WINDER, Ga. — An online fundraiser set up for one of the victims in the deadly Apalachee High School shooting Wednesday in Barrow County shows the impact the tragedy has made on their family's lives and beyond.
The fundraiser set up for 14-year-old Christian Angulo, who died in the tragic shooting, shared details about his life, asking for community help in his burial.
"He was a very good kid, very sweet, and so caring. He was so loved by many. His loss was so sudden and unexpected. We are truly heartbroken. He really didn’t deserve this," the fundraiser, set up by Lisette Angulo, Christian's sister, said in part.
Parent Angie Adams said that Christian was in her daughter's 7th and 8th grade class and that everyone is in shock.
"She was just telling me how sweet Christian was to everyone and how so many liked him," Adams said about her daughter. "He had a lot of friends. Praying for all of their loved ones. Praying for all the students and teachers who witnessed this. Praying for strength and healing for all involved. We are still in shock."
The fundraiser aimed to raise $30,000 to cover her brother's funeral expenses. It has surpassed its goal, with donations continuing to pour in from across the community and beyond.
"We appreciate anything you can give. We also would appreciate any prayers at this time," Lisette Angulo said.
GoFundMe continues verifying fundraisers for the families and has created a centralized hub for such accounts here.
More on Apalachee High School shooting
The shooting occurred on the morning of September 4 at Apalachee High School in Barrow County. The victims included two teachers, Richard Aspinwall, 39, and Cristina Irimie, 53, along with two students, Mason Schermerhorn and Christian Angulo, both 14 years old.
Authorities are currently investigating how Gray obtained the automatic rifle used in the incident and how it was brought into the school.
In the wake of the tragedy, condolences have poured in from across the state and nation, including from Governor Brian Kemp and President Joe Biden, both of whom expressed their support for the victims' families and the community.
The Barrow County School District canceled classes and has been offering crisis counseling to affected students and staff, aiming to provide support and comfort in this time of grief.