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Bystander 'heroically intervened' after three children and teacher killed in US school shooting
BBC • • nation
Key Points:
- Silver Rail Elementary School is located in Bend, Oregon, a rapidly growing city of about 100,000 people known for its outdoor activities and scenic volcanoes.
- On Thursday around 1 p.m., a 16-year-old boy opened fire at the school, killing four people—three children aged 5, 8, and 11, and one teacher—and critically injuring two others.
- The suspect forced entry by shooting at locked doors and was subsequently shot dead by a bystander who pursued him into the school before police arrived.
- The community held a candlelight vigil at Drake Park, expressing shock and grief over the tragedy, with officials emphasizing the need for healing and support.
- Authorities continue to investigate the incident, with schools in Bend closed to allow the community time to recover, while Oregon's governor called for unity and compassion during this difficult time.
