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Shot Principal Stops Shooter, $70K Raised, Crowned Prom King

5/11/2026

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Story summary

Principal Kirk Moore was shot while confronting gunman Victor Hawkins at Pauls Valley High School, preventing further injuries.
Victor Hawkins was arrested and faces charges including shooting with intent to kill.
Over $70,000—including $20,000 from a GoFundMe campaign and $50,000 from corporate donors—was placed in the Principal Kirk Moore Fund, a graduation-gift program.
Students crowned Moore prom king.
Moore thanked first responders and former students for their support.

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Story summary

Principal Kirk Moore was shot while confronting gunman Victor Hawkins at Pauls Valley High School, preventing further injuries.
Victor Hawkins was arrested and faces charges including shooting with intent to kill.
Over $70,000—including $20,000 from a GoFundMe campaign and $50,000 from corporate donors—was placed in the Principal Kirk Moore Fund, a graduation-gift program.
Students crowned Moore prom king.
Moore thanked first responders and former students for their support.