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13-year-old in custody for allegedly shooting middle school teacher in 'tragic and violent act'
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Key Points:
- A 13-year-old boy is in custody after allegedly shooting and seriously wounding teacher Kelly Matthews at Highland Middle School in Hobbs, New Mexico.
- The shooting occurred just before noon on Friday outside the school's back doors, with the suspect reportedly firing immediately upon encountering Matthews.
- Matthews remains hospitalized in stable but critical condition, and police have not disclosed a motive or any indication that the teacher was specifically targeted.
- The suspect fled but was apprehended after a brief foot pursuit, and authorities recovered a semi-automatic handgun believed to have been used in the incident.
- The 13-year-old faces multiple charges including aggravated assault on school personnel, and police are increasing their presence at local schools as classes resume.
