Leanne Lucas, a yoga teacher, heroically saved children during a brutal attack that left three girls dead and many injured. Despite being severely wounded, Lucas and her friend managed to help children escape. The attacker, Axel Rudakubana, was sentenced to 52 years in prison. Lucas shared the traumatic experience and her resolve to live in memory of the victims.
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