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Madison Police Chief Aims To Notify Families Before Releasing Victims' Names

Bus carrying students leave as emergency vehicles are parked outside the Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wis., where multiple injuries were reported following a shooting, Monday, Dec. 16, 2

Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes has expressed his intention to prioritize notifying all family members before releasing the ages and names of the victims involved in Monday's tragic shooting at Abundant Life Christian School. Barnes emphasized the importance of ensuring that all family members have been informed before any public disclosure.

During a recent statement, Barnes stated, 'I think we want to make sure that all family members have been notified.' This cautious approach underscores the sensitivity and respect being shown towards the affected families during this difficult time.

Ensuring all family members are informed before releasing victim information.
Chief Barnes prioritizes notifying families before public disclosure.
Obtaining consent from victims' families before sharing personal details.

In addition to confirming the notification process, Barnes also highlighted the significance of obtaining consent from the victims' families before sharing any personal information. He suggested that the names of the victims could potentially be disclosed during the upcoming briefing scheduled for Tuesday at 1 p.m. local time.

By prioritizing the well-being and privacy of the families impacted by the tragic event, Chief Barnes is demonstrating a compassionate and considerate approach in handling the dissemination of information related to the shooting incident. This careful and respectful communication strategy aims to support the affected families and uphold their wishes during this challenging period.

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