At least two people were killed and six others injured in a school shooting in Madison, Wisconsin, on Monday, with police saying the suspected gunman was found dead at the scene.
Police said they responded to Abundant Life Christian School at approximately 10:57 a.m. local time after receiving reports of an active shooter. They identified a “juvenile” who died at the scene and was believed to be responsible for the shooting. They are asking local residents to avoid the area.
In addition to the gunman, at least two other people were killed and six others were taken to nearby hospitals with injuries, Madison Police Chief Shon Burns said. Burns did not say whether the person who died was a student or a teacher.
He said officers did not fire any shots while responding to the scene.
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Emergency vehicles are parked outside Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, where multiple injuries were reported following a shooting on Monday, Dec. 16, 2024. (AP Photo/Scott Bauer)
“This is something we are preparing for, but something we hope we never have to do,” a police spokesperson told reporters. “Today is a sad, sad day.”
Burns clarified that the injuries ranged from “minor to life-threatening.”
Police went on to say that they conduct drills “approximately quarterly” in preparation for mass shootings, with the most recent training being held about two weeks ago.
“The Madison Police Department is investigating a shooting at Abundant Life Christian School. Multiple injuries have been reported. This remains an active investigation. More Information will be released as it becomes available,” police said in a statement.
Multiple injuries and deaths were reported after a shooting on Monday, December 16, 2024 at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin. (Google Maps)
Police added: “We are currently asking people to avoid the area.”
Students were completely evacuated from the school, and police conducted multiple raids to clear the building. Mr Burns said a third check with bomb-sniffing dogs was being conducted “just in case”.
Police said they had set up a unity center for students and parents shortly after the shooting.
The school also acknowledged the shooting in a Facebook post and asked for prayers from the community.
“We are asking for your prayers! A mass shooting occurred today at ALCS. A follow-up investigation is currently underway. We will share information as we can. Please pray for the Challenger family,” the school wrote.
Emergency vehicles are parked outside Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, where multiple injuries were reported following a shooting on Monday, Dec. 16, 2024. (AP Photo/Scott Bauer)
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The FBI's Milwaukee field office said it sent agents to the scene to assist in the investigation.
The White House also confirmed that President Biden had been briefed on the shooting.
This is a developing story. Check back soon for the latest information.
