In United States shooting occurred at a school in Wisconsin, leaving three people dead, including the shooter, and at least six injured.
Incident happened on Monday in the city of Madison. Local police reported that among the deceased were a teacher and a student. After the attack, shooter reportedly took their own life.
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Authorities have not yet disclosed the motive behind the shooting. The tragic event unfolded at a Christian school around 11:00 AM local time when an armed individual entered premises and began firing indiscriminately.
The attack claimed several lives at the scene and left many others injured. Officials confirmed the suspected shooter died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Madison Police Chief Sean Burns stated that upon arrival, officers found the shooter dead inside the school building. He also mentioned that suspect was a student at the school. However, motive for the attack remains unknown.
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According to report from CNN citing an unnamed official, the suspect might have been a 17-year-old girl. The incident has caused widespread tension in the area. All schools in the city have been temporarily closed as a precaution.
“We’re not going to interrogate students,” Barnes said. “We’re going to give them an opportunity to come in and speak to what they may have saw when they feel ready, which is why some of these questions can’t be answered.”
To protest the shooting and honor the victims, members of a local club have called for a candlelight vigil in front of Madison’s State Capitol on Tuesday evening.
