Hamilton County Reporter
On Friday morning, a Noblesville West Middle School student walked
into a classroom armed with two handguns and began firing. Seventh-grade
student Ella Whistler and science teacher Jason Seaman were both shot
in the incident. Despite his injuries, Seaman was able to disarm and restrain
the shooter until police arrived.
On Saturday, hundreds gathered at a prayer vigil conducted by the City
of Noblesville at Federal Hill Commons Park. Officials described the
event as a day of healing for the Noblesville community, which is still
coming to terms with a middle school student shooting a classmate
and teacher.
During the event, several local, state and federal officials expressed their
pride for the Noblesville Community and how it has come together to support
those affected by the shooting. Governor Eric Holcomb, while speaking
at the vigil, announced that Ella Whistler is expected to make a full recovery.
Earlier on Saturday, Congresswoman Susan Brooks met with Seaman. After being shot multiple times, Seaman heroically tackled and disarmed the shooter. Brooks said Seaman was smiling when she saw him and that he was grateful to be alive.
“I just wanted him to know how grateful I was, how grateful everyone
was and that he truly is a hero,” Brooks said.
