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Key Points:
- A shooting at the Butte County Library in Chico on June 22, 2026, resulted in two adults dead and one juvenile injured, with the suspect taken into custody after fleeing the scene.
- Police responded to reports of gunfire at approximately 5:12 p.m., entering the library quickly; no shots were exchanged between officers and the suspect.
- The victims' identities are being withheld pending family notification, and reunification efforts are underway at a local church.
- Investigators confirmed a single firearm was used and multiple law enforcement agencies are assisting, with nearby streets closed for evidence processing.
- All Butte County Library branches will remain closed on June 23, 2026, as the investigation continues.
