Columbine Shooting Survivor Hochhalter's Death Ruled Homicide, Raising Toll to 14
Anne Marie Hochhalter, a Columbine shooting survivor, died from complications related to her injuries, marking an increase in the incident's death toll.
Overview
Anne Marie Hochhalter, a survivor of the Columbine High School shooting, died at age 43 due to complications from her injuries. The coroner's report classified her death as a homicide, increasing the 1999 attack's toll to 14. Hochhalter, who struggled with paralysis and pain after being shot, was known for her advocacy for others with disabilities. She famously forgave one of the gunmen's mothers, emphasizing healing over bitterness. Despite her tragic past, she was committed to promoting positivity and supporting fellow survivors.
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- Anne Marie Hochhalter's recent death from sepsis, related to injuries sustained during the Columbine shooting, has been ruled a homicide, increasing the death toll from the 1999 attack to 14.
- Hochhalter was known for her positive spirit and desire to help others, including through her advocacy for people with disabilities, despite facing significant challenges after the shooting.
- In a gesture of forgiveness, Hochhalter reached out to Sue Klebold, the mother of one of the shooters, expressing her desire to let go of bitterness and focus on healing.
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Anne Marie Hochhalter was shot twice during the Columbine shooting, with bullets hitting her chest and spinal cord, leading to paralysis from the waist down.
Anne Marie Hochhalter was notable for her advocacy for victims of mass violence and her decision to forgive the mother of one of the gunmen, emphasizing healing over bitterness.
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