Overview

• The investigation revealed that Audrey Hale meticulously planned the attack over several years, drawing inspiration from the Columbine school shooters.
• Hale's primary motive was to gain fame and leave behind writings to inspire future attackers, though no single manifesto was found.
• She targeted The Covenant School due to personal ties, perceiving it as an ideal location for her death and a setting where victims would not resist.
• Hale abandoned plans to attack other locations, including a predominantly Black middle school, to avoid being labeled a racist.
• The final report highlights Hale's concealed mental health struggles, including depression and suicidal ideation, and confirms she acted alone.