Iowa Parents Say They Had No Inkling That Their 17-Year-Old Son Would Commit Horrible Crime
On Tuesday, the parents of a 17-year-old high school student, who killed a sixth grader and wounded seven others in a shooting last week, released a statement expressing their devastation and disbelief at their son’s actions.
Dylan Butler’s parents stated that they were completely unaware of their son’s intentions, saying, “had no inkling he intended the horrible violence he was about to inflict.”
The Butlers mentioned in the statement that they are cooperating with investigators in an attempt to provide answers as to why their son committed the senseless act.
The tragic incident occurred last week in Perry High School, a small-town Iowa school, on the first day of classes after winter break. The shooting resulted in the death of an 11-year-old student and left several others, including the principal and other staff members, with significant injuries. Dylan Butler took his own life after the shooting.
In light of the incident, investigators are tirelessly working to understand the series of events and discover any potential motivating factors behind the shooting.
Moreover, the FBI confirmed that they did not receive any tips or information concerning Dylan Butler prior to the shooting.
In response to the tragedy, several hundred students and other protesters marched to the state Capitol in Des Moines, 40 miles away from Perry, to advocate for tighter gun control laws in the state.
Despite the devastating events, there has been an outpouring of support for the victims and their families from the community. Residents have offered support on social media and organized efforts to raise funds for the medical needs of the shooting victims.
The tragic event has brought to light the complexity of the aftermath of school shootings, with families of the perpetrators often being at the center of scrutiny.
In various cases, such as the Michigan school shooting or the Sandy Hook School massacre, the involvement and actions of the families of the perpetrators have come under intense public scrutiny and questioning.
However, the Perry community has shown a different approach, with many residents coming together to support all those affected by the tragedy. The Butlers are being remembered and supported, highlighting the suffering and loss not only of the victims but also of Dylan’s family.
As the investigation continues, the community continues to grapple with the tragedy and work towards the healing process. Despite the devastating events, the Perry community has come together, demonstrating a sense of unity and compassion through difficult times.