Palestinian Student Paralyzed in Vermont Shooting, Over $950,000 Raised for Recovery

Suspected gunman Jason J. Eaton pleads not guilty as authorities investigate the attack as a potential hate crime amidst rising tensions in the U.S.

Three Palestinian college students were shot in an unprovoked attack in Burlington, Vermont on November 25, 2023. The students were visiting family for the Thanksgiving break.
One of the students, Hisham Awartani, is now paralyzed from the chest down due to a bullet lodged in his spine.
A GoFundMe page set up for Awartani's recovery has raised over $950,000.
The suspected gunman, Jason J. Eaton, has been arrested and pleaded not guilty to three counts of attempted murder. The shooting is being investigated as a possible hate crime.
The shooting has sparked fears and discussions about safety and hate crimes in the U.S., especially in the context of the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict.