Anakin Zehring : “Kansas Teen Paralyzed in Assassin Game Retaliation”

A tragic incident unfolded in Kansas recently, leaving an 18-year-old teen paralyzed from the waist down after being shot during a game of “senior assassin.”

The game, typically played with water guns and gel-bead guns, took a horrifying turn when another teen’s father brought a real gun into the mix, leading to a life-altering outcome for Anakin Zehring.

Ruben Marcus Contreras, the father of one of the teens involved, has been arrested and charged with first-degree attempted murder in connection with the incident.

The shooting took place outside a Walmart parking lot in Goddard on May 11, where Zehring sustained severe injuries, including damage to his liver, kidney, and spinal cord, resulting in paralysis from the waist down.

A GoFundMe page has been set up by Zehring’s parents to support his recovery journey, as he faces a long road ahead with multiple surgeries and medical care.

The incident involved Zehring and two friends playing “senior assassin” and targeting other teens with gel-bead guns, leading to a confrontation that escalated when Contreras intervened with a real firearm.

The game, popular among high school seniors, often involves recording “attacks” and sharing them on social media, but the situation in Goddard took a dangerous turn with the involvement of a deadly weapon.

As tensions rose outside the Walmart, Zehring and his friends crossed paths with two other teens, leading to a verbal exchange that ultimately resulted in the tragic shooting.

Contreras’ actions have had devastating consequences for Zehring, who now faces a challenging journey towards recovery and rehabilitation.

Despite the legal proceedings and charges against Contreras, the focus remains on supporting Zehring and his family as they navigate this difficult chapter in their lives.

The community has rallied behind the Zehring family, offering words of support and encouragement as they come to terms with the aftermath of this tragic event.