The Grover Cleveland Elementary School Shooting: "I Don't Like Mondays..."

The Cleveland Elementary School shooting occurred on January 29, 1979, in San Diego, California. Brenda Ann Spencer, a 16-year-old student, opened fire on the school from her home across the street. Armed with a rifle, she fired multiple shots into the schoolyard during the morning recess. The attack resulted in the tragic deaths of two adults and the injury of eight children. One of the most chilling aspects of this case is Spencer's motive, as she infamously replied, "I don't like Mondays" when asked why she committed the shooting. This statement underscored the seemingly senseless nature of the act and raised questions about her mental state and motivations. The Cleveland Elementary School shooting was a pivotal moment in the history of school shootings, drawing attention to issues such as gun control, mental health awareness, and the need for improved security measures in educational institutions. The tragic event serves as a somber reminder of the devastating consequences of unchecked violence in schools and the importance of addressing the underlying factors that contribute to such incidents. RESOURCES: BOOK: 1. I Don't Like Mondays by N. Leigh Hunt - Audiobook - Audible.com 2. Cleveland Elementary School shooting (San Diego) - Wikipedia MUSIC : I don't like mondays by Boomtown Rats MISSING: Raemya Terrell SPECIALS VICTIMS UNIT [phone] or or you can contact crime stoppers at [phone] or visit www.p3tips.com