After a two-and-a-half-hour standoff, the situation reached a breaking point:
The room filled with fire and toxic black smoke. David emerged from the bathroom, shot his wife to end her suffering, shot a teacher (who survived), and then killed himself. The Cokeville Miracle
Numerous children reported seeing "people in white" (angels) or deceased ancestors who told them where to stand and protected them from the blast. They lured 136 children and 18 adults into
They lured 136 children and 18 adults into a single 30x32-foot classroom. A scorched outline on the classroom wall after
David transferred the detonator to Doris's wrist so he could use the restroom. Doris accidentally triggered the bomb when she jerked her arm.
A scorched outline on the classroom wall after the blast appeared to resemble a human figure with wings. 🎬 Media and Legacy The event has been immortalized through several works: Cokeville Elementary School Bombing - WyoHistory.org