Heroic school principal credits God's hand after tackling gunman and preventing mass shooting in Oklahoma.

 

On Tuesday April 7th Seconds after the suspect opened fire at Pauls Valley High School principal Kirk Moore is seen racing into the hallway.

Moore, an educator for 35 years, pushes the gunman onto a bench and holds him down as another staffer helps kick the weapon away.

"We're about a population of 6,200 people. Good kids, good community. Certainly don't expect these type of situations to happen in your town," said Pauls Valley Police Chief Don May.

Moore, was shot in the leg and airlifted to a nearby hospital. No one else was injured in the shooting.

In a statement, Moore credited God's hand and his instincts and training, for helping him subdue the threat. He said he looks forward to returning to work as soon as possible so that he can continue his "life's work educating the next generation of Oklahoma leaders."

Court documents identify the suspect as Victor Lee Hawkins. Law enforcement said the 20-year-old suspect is a former student of Pauls Valley High School.

Hawkins is facing multiple charges, including shooting with intent to kill. He's pleaded not guilty and remains in custody on $1 million bond.