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Mother Describes Heartbreak After Daughter's Shooting Trauma

1/16/2026

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In a court statement, the mother of a girl shot by Reid described deep emotional pain, including flashbacks and guilt.
She said the birthday incident changed her daughter's life.
It left her anxious and withdrawn.
She noted the impact on her partner, who is now unable to walk.
The eight-year-old daughter calls Reid 'the bad man' and suffers anxiety and flashbacks.

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Story summary

In a court statement, the mother of a girl shot by Reid described deep emotional pain, including flashbacks and guilt.
She said the birthday incident changed her daughter's life.
It left her anxious and withdrawn.
She noted the impact on her partner, who is now unable to walk.
The eight-year-old daughter calls Reid 'the bad man' and suffers anxiety and flashbacks.