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The first victim of the tragic Apalachee High School shooting has been identified as a special education math teacher.
David Phenix survived the attack but was rushed to hospital after he was shot in the hip and foot, shattering his hip bone in the process.
At least four people are believed to be dead and up to 30 injured following the horror attack on the Georgia high school.
Police have not yet provided any details to the public about the shooter, and have warned it could take ‘days’ to release information about the accused’s age, gender or connection to the school.
Phenix’s daughter, Katie, revealed on Wednesday that he ‘arrived to the hospital alert and awake’ and was rushed straight into surgery.
‘He just got out of surgery and is stable,’ she said.
‘We will update as we hear new information. We are so, so lucky, but please keep our family as well as the AHS family in your prayers.’
His wife said: ‘A day after he officially made his decision, an opportunity to go to Appalachee High School as a Golf Coach popped up, the timing was perfect, and he said YES.
‘He was ”retired” for a total of three days!
‘I’m actually glad our retirement travel plans will have to wait, because I have always loved seeing you connect with the kids and make an impact.’
Phenix has been a teacher for 22 years. He had intended to retire in 2023, but was approached by Apalachee with an opportunity to take on a role as the golf coach.
