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Shooting inside California library leaves 2 dead, child injured
NBC News • • nation
Key Points:
- Two people were killed and one juvenile injured in a shooting at the Chico branch of the Butte County Library in northern California on Monday afternoon; the suspect is in custody.
- Police responded to multiple 911 calls reporting gunshots and screaming around 5:12 p.m., and the suspect fled out the back of the library before being apprehended without incident.
- The suspect used a single firearm, and authorities believe they acted alone; no motive has been identified at this time.
- The incident has been described as traumatic for the community, with all Butte County library branches closed the following day as investigations continue.
- Governor Gavin Newsom expressed condolences to those affected and praised law enforcement for their swift response.
