A brave mom, Meghan Hutchinson from Greene, who protected her daughter and others during the mass shooting on October 25 in Lewiston, was recognized for her heroism at a Boston Celtics game on December 1.
Meghan was at her daughter Zoey’s bowling practice when a man named Robert R. Card II started shooting people at Just-In-Time Recreation. This terrible incident, along with another attack by Card at a Lewiston bar and grill, resulted in 18 deaths and 13 injuries.
According to a press release from the Boston Celtics, during the chaos at the bowling alley, where Zoey was grazed by a bullet, Meghan Hutchinson acted quickly:
“As chaos erupted and Zoey was grazed by a bullet, Hutchinson’s maternal instinct kicked in. With sheer determination and grit, she swiftly rearranged the room’s layout, strategically positioning furniture and shelves as a barricade. Even amidst the unfolding chaos outside, her actions ensured the safety of those sheltering within.”
Meghan Hutchinson was honored as part of the Hero Among Us program during the Boston Celtics’ home game against the Philadelphia 76ers on December 1. This program and award, given at every Celtics home game since 1997, recognize exceptional individuals who have made lasting contributions to their communities.
