Hometown Hero: Stopping a School Shooter in His Kids' School

In this gripping episode, we sit down with Tom Smith, retired NYPD detective and co-host of The Gold Shields Podcast. Tom shares a harrowing personal account of when his professional and personal worlds collided—when he had just days to stop a school shooting at his own children’s school. Tom reveals the chilling details of the threat, the investigation, and the ultimate prevention of what could have been a devastating tragedy.

Summary of Key Topics Covered:

• Tom Smith's career in the NYPD and his transition to The Gold Shields Podcast.


• The unexpected threat at his children's high school and the brave actions of a young student that alerted authorities.


• How Tom's training and instincts kicked in as he worked to prevent a school shooting with only days to spare.


• The emotional toll of balancing being a detective and a father during such a critical time.


• Lessons learned from the case, the importance of vigilance, and how social media played a pivotal role in stopping the attack.

Guest Introduction:

• Tom Smith: A retired NYPD detective with 30 years of experience, Tom worked on high-stakes cases, including post-9/11 terrorism investigations. He now co-hosts The Gold Shields Podcast, where he shares untold stories of law enforcement and military heroes. Learn more about Tom and his podcast.

Episode Highlights with Timestamps:

• [00:01 ] Introduction to Tom Smith and his background in law enforcement.


• [10:00 ] The discovery of a school shooting threat targeting Tom's children’s school.


• [12:00 ] How a brave student’s actions helped prevent the attack.


• [15:30 ] Tom’s investigation into the shooter and the clues that led to his arrest.


• [20:00 ] The emotional toll of investigating a case that hit so close to home.


• [28:00 ] How Tom and the local authorities worked together to avert the school shooting just days before it was planned.


• [35:00 ] The lasting impact on the school and community, and Tom’s reflections on the importance of being vigilant.

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