### Report Reveals Foresight in Perry High School Shooting Incident

A recent report from the Dallas County Attorney's office has shed new light on the tragic school shooting at Perry High School near Des Moines, Iowa, which took place in January. The incident, which resulted in two fatalities and left six others injured, has been described as "the product of significant preparation and planning" by the lone gunman, 17-year-old Dylan Butler.

The detailed timeline in the report indicates that Butler had shown "warning signs" prior to the attack, which went unnoticed or unreported. His actions on that fateful morning appear to have been indiscriminate, targeting victims based on their immediate availability rather than any specific motive. It was revealed that Butler's ultimate goal was to commit suicide, taking others with him in the process.

On the day of the shooting, Butler gained entry to the school through the main entrance, successfully concealing his weapons. He then hid in a student bathroom for approximately 20 minutes until the hallways filled with students and staff members. Emerging from his hiding spot, Butler commenced his shooting spree.

According to the investigation, the shotgun used by Butler was taken from a large gun collection within his extended family, without the owner’s knowledge. Additionally, a revolver found on Butler was identified as being legally purchased by his father in 2020 and was unsecured in the family home.

One of the heroic figures of the day, Perry High School Principal Dan Marburger, tried to mitigate the situation by directly calling out to Butler. Despite being wounded, Marburger repeatedly used Butler's name, pleading for the shooter to stop. His actions diverted Butler's attention multiple times, potentially saving numerous lives. Marburger, unfortunately, succumbed to his injuries ten days after the incident.

In January, officials reported finding Butler with a self-inflicted gunshot wound upon responding to the shooting. The Perry High School tragedy marks the second school shooting in the United States in 2024, and as of mid-September, there have already been at least 50 school shootings this year.