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Seth Bartell

Case from Cold Springs, MN dated Sep 24, 2003

Victim Details

Seth Bartell

Male

Cold Springs

MN

2003-09-24

15

Seth

Bartell

07/06/2026

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Seth Bartell, a 15-year-old freshman from Cold Spring, Minnesota, tragically died on September 24, 2003, following a school shooting at Rocori High School. The incident also claimed the life of 17-year-old senior Aaron Rollins. The shooter, identified as 15-year-old freshman John Jason McLaughlin, carried out the attack using a. 22-caliber Colt pistol. McLaughlin, who had been described as quiet and withdrawn, reportedly targeted Bartell due to alleged bullying over his acne.

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  • Brainerd Dispatch: Shooting victim clinging to life
  • InForum: Cold Spring students back to class for first time after shooting
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    I still can't wrap my mind around the senseless tragedy that happened at Rocori High School. My hear... ...Read More
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