Raw interview: Mother of Freeman shooting victim shares her story

SPOKANE, Wash. — Nothing will ever bring back Sam Strahan, but this week, his family got a some closure.

Sam was killed four years ago when a gunman opened fire at Freeman High School.

It’s been a long four and a half years since that awful day, but this week the shooter pleaded guilty to Sam’s murder.

4 News Now sat down with Sam’s mother, Ami, shortly after the plea agreement. For the first time, she shares her side of the story.

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