In Madison, Wisconsin, prosecutors have charged Jeffrey Rupnow, the father of 15-year-old Natalie Rupnow, who committed a school shooting last year, with enabling her access to the guns used in the attack. Natalie, who was facing emotional challenges due to her parents’ divorce, killed a teacher and a fellow student at Abundant Life Christian School before taking her own life. The detailed criminal complaint outlines her struggles, which included a disturbing written piece called “War Against Humanity,” where she expressed her disdain for people and her admiration for other school shooters.
The complaint alleges that Jeffrey Rupnow gave his daughter access to firearms, including a 9 mm Glock and a .22-caliber Sig Sauer, which he had purchased for her as a Christmas gift. Investigators found evidence of meticulous planning for the attack, including maps and a schedule detailing her intended actions. Rupnow himself acknowledged that teaching his daughter about gun safety was his “biggest mistake,” stressing the need for more secure gun storage.
Jeffrey Rupnow faces multiple felony charges, including delivering a dangerous weapon to a minor. Following the shooting, he communicated his regret about the incident, emphasizing the importance of changing gun safe combinations regularly. The case highlights a troubling trend of parents being held accountable for their children’s violent actions, paralleling similar cases in Michigan and Georgia. As the legal proceedings unfold, Jeffrey Rupnow is set to appear in court while the community grapples with the aftermath of the tragedy.
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