Episode 111: The Cokeville Miracle

Send us Fan Mail The Cokeville Miracle refers to a remarkable event that took place on May 16, 1986, in Cokeville, Wyoming. A gunman, David Young, and his wife, Doris, took over the town's elementary school, holding 154 people—including 136 children—hostage. Young, who had previously planned to commit mass murder, strapped a bomb to himself and placed a larger bomb in the school’s office. However, the bomb failed to detonate, and after a tense standoff, the gunman and his wife were confronted by law enforcement. The hostages were able to escape, and remarkably, no one was seriously injured or killed, despite the bomb being primed to explode. Many survivors attribute their safety to divine intervention, as several reported feeling a sense of protection or guidance during the crisis. The event became known as the Cokeville Miracle, highlighting both the inexplicable failure of the bomb and the heroism of the community members involved. Support the showThanks for all the support!! Please follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Tik Tok, or email us, and remember we now have a Patreon!!  patreon.com/[email protected] Tok @sinnersamongsaints