The Daily Why the Police Took 78 Minutes to Stop the Uvalde Gunman
9 snips
May 31, 2022 J. David Goodman, the Houston bureau chief for The New York Times, provides expert analysis on the tragic shooting at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, Texas. The discussion dives into the chaotic police response, emphasizing how initial timelines shifted dramatically. Goodman details critical 911 calls from trapped students, highlighting significant breakdowns in law enforcement communication. The conversation also touches on the implications of delayed police actions and the ongoing debate over gun access and gun control in Texas.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Initial Police Response
- A teacher called 911 after the Uvalde gunman crashed his truck and began shooting.
- The gunman entered Robb Elementary through a propped-open door and fired over 100 rounds.
Barricaded Subject vs. Active Shooter
- The commanding officer decided to treat the Uvalde gunman as a "barricaded subject" instead of an "active shooter."
- This decision prioritized officer safety over immediately stopping the threat.
911 Calls from Classroom
- Children trapped inside the classrooms made multiple 911 calls during the Uvalde shooting.
- One child whispered her location and another reported multiple deaths.