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On the late morning of February 2, 2001 a 55-year-old man, entered the North Hopewell Elementary School in Red Lion, Pennsylvania armed with a machete. The suspect injured 14 people including 11 kindergarten students, 2 teachers and Principal Norina Bentzel. Principal Bentzel was central to stopping the attack and is widely regarded as a key figure in preventing additional harm. Despite her severe injuries she placed herself between the attacker and children, effectively acting as a barrier while others attempted to secure classrooms and call for help. Principal Bentzel ultimately jumped on the attacker and helped restrain him, which contributed to ending the assault before police arrived.Read More