Iowa School Shooting: Principal Dies, Parents Demand More Security

The Perry High School community mourns the loss of Principal Dan Marburger and calls for enhanced security measures following the deadly shooting.

Principal Dan Marburger, who was critically injured during the Perry High School shooting in Iowa on January 4, 2024, has died.
Parents are calling for more preventative measures and transparency from the school board, including the installation of metal detectors, a clear-bag policy, and enhanced security measures.
Sixth-grader Ahmir Jolliff, 11, was also killed in the shooting, and seven others were wounded.
The 17-year-old student who opened fire, Dylan Butler, died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot. Authorities found a rudimentary, improvised explosive device in his belongings.
The school district's reopening plan is on hold until further notice, delayed because of Marburger's death. School officials are seeking the expertise of law enforcement and safety experts.