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Three people, including the suspected juvenile shooter, have been killed in the mass shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, Madison Police Department said. The suspect has been identified as a 17-year-old female student, a law enforcement official told The Associated Press. She was found dead from self-inflicted gunshot wounds at the scene. The identities of the shooter and the victims have not yet been released. But police said the other two fatalities include a teen student and a teacher. Six others were injured, including two other students who are in critical condition. President Joe Biden said today it was "unacceptable" America could not protect its own children from gun violence as he called on Congress to "act, now."
This coverage is now live on another part of our site. Stay updated on the Abundant Life Christian School shooting with the latest in our new live blog. Catch up on past coverage below.
Dec 16, 2024 at 08:01 PM EST
Student describes terrifying moment they were alerted to shooting
A sixth grader Abundant Life Christian School has revealed the terror after students were alerted to the shooting by an intercom message blaring, "Lockdown. This is not a drill."
"Everybody started freaking out," said Breken Ives.
Breken said his teacher ordered students into the corner of the classroom where the shooter couldn't see them from the door.
He described hearing screams and bangs from outside the room.
Dec 16, 2024 at 07:51 PM EST
School officials undecided if classes will start up again this week
Barbara Wiers, director of elementary and school relations for Abundant Life Christian School, said that officials are still trying to determine if classes will start again this week.
"Whether we will return to classes this week — because this was our last week, we were done on Friday — is still to be determined," she said.
Dec 16, 2024 at 07:38 PM EST
Students ‘handled themselves magnificently,’ says school official
Barbara Wiers, director of elementary and school relations for Abundant Life Christian School, said students "handled themselves magnificently" in the shooting.
Wiers said, during Monday's press conference, that the school regularly ran school shooter drills but the students knew this one was different.
"When they heard 'lockdown, lockdown,' they knew it was real," she said.
The school had also recently done retraining with Madison Police Department just before the school year.
Dec 16, 2024 at 07:34 PM EST
Chief Barnes says he expects to be able to name the shooter during his next press conference
Madison Police Department Chief Barnes said that he expects he should be able to name the shooter during his next press conference at 8.30 p.m. local time.
Police are still investigating the shooting and declined to identify them during their 6.30 pm. local time press conference.
Law enforcement officials outside the conference have said that the shooter was a 17-year-old female student.
Dec 16, 2024 at 07:29 PM EST
Not clear if victims had been specifically targeted by shooter
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Madison Police Department Chief Barnes said officers were still investigating whether the victims of the Abundant Life Christian School shooting were specifically targeted by the mass shooter.
A teacher and a teenage student were killed in the shooting, while another six were injured.
"Whether they were targeted or not would speak to motivation, and we don't know that answer just yet," Barnes said at a press conference Monday evening.
Dec 16, 2024 at 07:19 PM EST
All surviving students have now been reunited with families
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All surviving students have now been reunited with their families and loved ones, police confirmed.
A student and a teacher were killed in the shooting at the Madison, Wisconsin school today. The shooter, reportedly a 17-year-old female student, shot herself dead at the scene.
Two students remained in critical condition at a hospital today, Madison Police Chief Barnes said.
Another four were injured. Two of have now been released from hospital and the other two have non life-threatening injuries.
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Dec 16, 2024 at 07:10 PM EST
School shootings by females are extremely rare
School shootings by girls and women have been extremely rare in U.S. history.
More than 98% of mass shootings have been committed by men, according to data from The Violence Project.
There are even less female shooters that commit mass shootings at schools.
One of the rare occasions included a 16-year-old girl who shot and killed two, injuring multiple others, at a San Diego elementary school in 1979.
Adam Lankford, a criminal justice professor at the University of Alabama, told USA Today that men are more prone to engaging in violence including mass shootings.
Many of the males that engage in school shootings have an "unhealthy" relationship between status and their self-worth, "so in many cases, men and boys are killing to achieve status or to defend their status."
Dec 16, 2024 at 07:03 PM EST
Abundant Life Christian School has cameras but no metal detectors, says official
Abundant Life Christian School has cameras but no metal detectors, school officials confirmed.
Barbara Wiers, elementary & school relations director, told Newsweek, **"**We're a small private Christian school here on the east side of Madison. We serve pre K through 12.
"We have had an amazing partnership with the DOJ and the office of school safety ... we do not have metal detectors but we do have a number of security protocols in place.
"We have always been told not to share our security protocols publicly, because then those who might want to do harm will know your security protocols. But the students are aware that there are cameras in the building and we do monitor those regularly in the offices, so that we know what is happening in the hallways."
Dec 16, 2024 at 06:43 PM EST
How many school shootings have happened in 2024?
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At least 202 shootings have occurred on school grounds this year, resulting in 56 deaths and 147 injuries.
Those figures, from Everytown for Gun Safety, do not include today's shooting in Madison, Wisconsin.
The deadliest was at Apalachee High School in Georgia in September, when Colt Gray, 14, allegedly killed four and injured nine.
Gray has been indicted on murder charges. His father Colin Gray has also been indicted for allegedly giving his son access to the gun.
Guns are the leading cause of death among children in 2020 and 2021, according to KFF.
Dec 16, 2024 at 06:35 PM EST
What is known about the school?
Abundant Life Christian School has about 390 students from kindergarten through high school, according to its website.
It was founded in 1978 "to offer students academic excellence in a Christ-focused context."
It is reportedly accredited through the Association of Christian Schools International.
In a Facebook post on the school's page, a spokesperson wrote: "Prayers Requested! Today, we had an active shooter incident at ALCS. We are in the midst of following up. We will share information as we are able.
"Please pray for our Challenger Family."
Dec 16, 2024 at 06:23 PM EST
Weapon recovered at the school was a 9mm handgun
Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes has identified the weapon police found at Abundant Life Christian School as a 9mm handgun.
He added that the shooting appears to have taken place in once space although it's not clear if that was a classroom or a hallway.
Dec 16, 2024 at 06:16 PM EST
Shooting happens less than two weeks after gunman opened fire at another religious school
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Today's mass shooting at a Christian school in Wisconsin comes less than two weeks after a gunman opened fire at another religious school in California.
Glenn Litton critically wounded two kindergartners at Feather River School of Seventh-Day Adventists in Oroville, California, before turning the gun on himself on December 4.
Litton had entered the school by pretending he wanted to enroll a fictitious grandson.
The 56-year-old, who police say was mentally ill, believed he was carrying out "counter-measures" by shooting the young children, in response to America's involvement in the Middle East, Butte County Sheriff Kory L. Honea said.
Dec 16, 2024 at 06:09 PM EST
Are Christian schools being targeted? What data from shootings shows
The school shooting at Abundant Life Christian School raised concerns on social media about Christian schools being targeted by gun violence. Data shows that it is the second shooting at a religious school this year resulting in injuries or deaths.
Why It Matters
Posts alleging that Christian schools are being targeted have emerged on X following a shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, on Monday. A teacher and a teenage student were killed in the shooting. Multiple students were injured, including two facing life-threatening injuries.
The suspected shooter, a 17-year-old female student at the school, was found at the scene, having apparently taken her own life, according to the Associated Press, which cited law enforcement.
Read in full from Jenna Sundel on Newsweek.
Dec 16, 2024 at 06:01 PM EST
IN PICTURES: Students board buses to be reunited with families at reunification center
Students have been bussed to meet their families for an emotional reunion at the nearby reunification center following a shooting at the Abundant Life Christian School.
Photos from the scene show the students comforting each other as they board the buses.
In another picture at the SSMI Health Center reunification center, a child runs to be reunited with their family.
In one image, a young boy is held in the arms of his relative after the traumatic events of the day.
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Dec 16, 2024 at 05:50 PM EST
President Biden: ‘We need Congress to act, now’
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President Joe Biden said today it was "unacceptable" America could not protect its own children from gun violence as he called on Congress to "act, now."
"From Newtown to Uvalde, Parkland to Madison, to so many other shootings that don't receive attention - it is unacceptable that we are unable to protect our children from this scourge of gun violence," he told reporters.
"We cannot continue to accept it as normal. Every child deserves to feel safe in their class room. Students across our country should be learning how to read and write – not having to learn how to duck and cover."
He said that he and First Lady Jill are praying for victims but now was the time for action.
"We need Congress to act. Now," he said.
"Congress must pass commonsense gun safety laws: Universal background checks. A national red flag law. A ban on assault weapons and high-capacity magazines."
Dec 16, 2024 at 05:41 PM EST
FBI on the ground as they join the investigation
The FBI have joined the investigation into the mass shooting at the Wisconsin Christian school.
Agents from FBI Milwaukee are on the scene to assist local law enforcement.
The agency has not supplied any updates on their investigation but said information will be released as it becomes available.
Dec 16, 2024 at 05:31 PM EST
Officers were in special training for emergencies when shooting occurred
Madison Police Department officers were in special training for emergencies when the call came in for the mass shooting at the nearby Christian school.
The department's special event team medics were training for this very scenario when they received the call, shortly before 11 a.m., and raced over to Abundant Life Christian School.
"So what began as a training day became an actual thing, and so that's how this call originally came in," Chief Barnes said.
Dec 16, 2024 at 05:19 PM EST
WATCH: ‘Traumatized’ parent speaks on Abundant Life Christian School shooting
A parent of an Abundant Life Christian School student has opened up about the "traumatic experience" of learning a mass shooting was happening at her daughter's school.
Bethany Highman said she had rushed to the school that her daughter attends as soon as she was alerted about the shooting by her own mother, who lives near the school.
Highman said she was able to briefly FaceTime her daughter to confirm she is ok.
"All I know is that it was a traumatic experience that I had to get here as soon as possible, as close as I possibly could," she told AP.
The mom said she doesn't have much information on what happened and was still in disbelief a shooting could have happened at her own daughter's school.
"You don't think you're going to go through this, You know, and like I said before, I bring my daughter to school, knowing well that this happens in the world, that people are struggling. And I pray for my daughter's safety. I pray for the entire school's safety. I pray for the hearts of the students, the teachers, the staff members. It's a very real thing. And I'm very aware that the world is like this."
Dec 16, 2024 at 05:11 PM EST
Shooter suspect was a 17-year-old female student, says law enforcement officials
The Abundant Life Christian School shooter was a 17-year-old female student, a law enforcement official told The Associated Press.
The shooter was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound at the school, according to police.
Dec 16, 2024 at 05:04 PM EST
IN PICTURES: Families are reunited with their children after school shooting
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Families have begun to be reunited with their children after Abundant Life Christian School students were sent home following the mass shooting today.
A reunification center was set up at SSM Health after the shooting that left three dead and six injured.
In one harrowing picture, a family cling to each other as they leave the area following the shooting.
Dec 16, 2024 at 04:55 PM EST
Parkland survivor says today’s shooting shows we ‘haven’t done enough’
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Parkland survivor and activist David Hogg said that today's school shooting proved that "we obviously still haven't done enough" as a country to tackle gun violence.
"We have a lot further to go," he said on ABC News today. "Obviously, Congress need to do more to fight these things and prevent them."
Hogg, who has announced he is running for vice chair of the Democratic National Committee, said that politicians need to work across party lines to stop children gunned down at their schools.
"Democrats and Republicans do agree, we don't want gun violence to continue," he added. "And there are basic things we can do that we simply aren't right now."
He added that Americans needed more than thoughts and prayers and if the current parties can't do that, the next generation will.
"Frankly I think it's time for young people to step up in the Democratic Party and take it over," he said.
Dec 16, 2024 at 04:44 PM EST
Wisconsin governor orders flags to be lowered to half-staff
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers has ordered flags across the state to be lowered to half-staff in honor of the school shooting victims.
Evers shared a statement on the shooting calling it "unthinkable" that "a kid or an educator might wake up and go to school one morning and never come home.
"This should never happen and I will never accept this as a foregone reality or stop working to change it.
"Today my focus is on supporting these families and kids and the Abundant Life
community and the state stands ready to support them and the efforts of local law enforcement through what will undoubtedly be difficult days ahead."
He added that he was directing flags across the state to be "immediately lowered to half-staff as we honor those whose lives were senselessly taken in this tragedy."
Dec 16, 2024 at 04:31 PM EST
NYC Mayor Eric Adams heartbroken to hear of another school shooting
New York City Mayor Eric Adams said that he was heartbroken to hear of another deadly school shooting just two days after the anniversary of the Sandy Hook massacre.
In a post on X, Adams said: "It breaks my heart to hear of another deadly shooting at school in our country, just days after Sandy Hook families marked 22 years since the worst day any of us could ever imagine.
"The children and staff at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin were just days away from Christmas break. Now, their families and the community will be in mourning."
Dec 16, 2024 at 04:20 PM EST
Police are not releasing the name of the suspect yet
Chief Barnes said that the Madison Police Department is not releasing the suspect's name yet while the investigation into the shooting continues.
Dec 16, 2024 at 04:17 PM EST
Police still don’t know motive behind shooting
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Madison police chief, Shon F. Barnes, said that investigators are still looking into the motive behind today's school shooting.
So far, the motive is unclear, Barnes told reporters at a press conference today.
Dec 16, 2024 at 04:08 PM EST
Family of suspected shooter are cooperating with investigators, say police
Madison police chief, Shon F. Barnes, said family of the suspected school shooter has been cooperating with investigators.
Barnes told reporters that police have been speaking with relatives of the suspected gunman and have conducted a search at their family home.
Dec 16, 2024 at 03:59 PM EST
Wisconsin State Superintendent demands ‘action’ to stop more school shootings
State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly is calling for action to stop more school shootings.
"We owe it to every student, parent, and teacher to turn this great sense of grief that we are experiencing into action and build a future where senseless acts of violence are no longer a reality," she said in a statement after the Abundant Life Christian School shooting today. "The time for change is long past."
She added that schools "are meant to be safe places."
"Our hearts are heavy with great sorrow as we mourn the senseless loss of life in yet another school shooting. No community should ever face the pain of losing children, teachers, or friends to violence – especially in our schools. Our schools are meant to be safe places," she said.
Dec 16, 2024 at 03:58 PM EST
Madison mayor calls for action on gun violence after school shooting
Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway addressed the community after the tragic school shooting, expressing her hope that such an event would never occur in the city.
"I am on record that I think we need to do better in our country and our community to prevent gun violence," she said at a press conference this afternoon. "I hoped that this day would never come in Madison."
Rhodes-Conway emphasized the devastating impact of the shooting, calling it "an incredibly sad day for our community." While she reassured the public that there is no further danger, she acknowledged that the entire community has been affected by the tragedy. She also stressed the need for stronger measures to prevent future gun violence.
Dec 16, 2024 at 03:52 PM EST
Madison Police begin reunification process after school shooting
Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes confirmed that the process of reuniting students with their families is underway following the shooting at Abundant Life Christian School. Barnes reassured the public that the school building is clear and there is no further threat to the community.
"We're in the process now of what we call reunification. And what that simply means is making sure that every student that was in the school is present and accounted for and returned to their loved ones," Barnes said at a briefing on Monday.
Barnes noted that while reunification can take time, law enforcement's preparedness has helped speed up the process. "We have practiced, unfortunately, and practiced and practiced. And that's why we're able to reunify students with their parents within hours of a school shooting," he said.
Dec 16, 2024 at 03:44 PM EST
Teenage student and teacher killed in Madison school shooting
A teenage student and a teacher were killed in a shooting at Abundant Life Christian School today, Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes confirmed. At least two other students are in critical condition, while four others are recovering from non-life-threatening injuries.
Barnes said that the suspected shooter was also a teenager but withheld further details regarding the individual.
The investigation is ongoing as authorities work to determine the circumstances surrounding the tragic incident.
Dec 16, 2024 at 03:35 PM EST
Retiree describes chaotic scene outside school during police response
According to the New York Times, John Diaz de Leon, a retiree who lives near the school, recounted the events after hearing sirens and witnessing a heavy police presence. Diaz de Leon said in a phone interview that he saw "two officers with long guns and a canine" entering the school as the situation unfolded.
Diaz de Leon also observed groups of children running out of the school, with older students first, followed by younger children holding hands.
Dec 16, 2024 at 03:27 PM EST
Press briefing coming shortly
Another press conference is set to begin shortly.
It it expected to start at 3:30 p.m.
Dec 16, 2024 at 03:21 PM EST
FBI Milwaukee assists local law enforcement at school incident
The FBI Milwaukee office is currently on the scene at a school, where it is assisting local law enforcement with an ongoing situation. In a statement, the FBI said it would provide further updates as more information becomes available.
Details of the incident are still being gathered as authorities work to address the situation.
Dec 16, 2024 at 03:15 PM EST
‘Thoughts and prayers are not enough’: Rep. Mark Pocan on Sandy Hook shooting anniversary
On the day of the 12th anniversary of the tragic Sandy Hook shooting, which took the lives of 26 people, Rep. Mark Pocan shared a tweet, writing, "12 years ago today, 20 young children and 6 adults were murdered at the Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, CT.
"Thoughts and prayers are not enough."
Two days later, the Abundant Life Christian School shooting occurred.
Dec 16, 2024 at 03:08 PM EST
At least 83 school shootings in the U.S. so far in 2024
As of December 16, there have been at least 83 school shootings in the U.S. in 2024.
Of these incidents, 27 occurred on college campuses, while 56 took place at K-12 schools. The shootings have resulted in 38 deaths and at least 115 injuries.
Dec 16, 2024 at 02:59 PM EST
Who is the Abundant Life Christian School shooter? What we know
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Officials have released new information about the individual accused of shooting multiple people at a Christian school in Wisconsin.
Police said the shooter was among the deceased, with Madison Police Chief Shon F. Barnes Barnes saying that the shooter was a juvenile and a student at the school. Three people were killed and five others injured in the incident.
Read the full story by Jenna Sundel on Newsweek.
Dec 16, 2024 at 02:49 PM EST
Sen. Ed Markey responds to school shooting
Sen. Ed Markey shared a post on X, formerly Twitter, reacting to the shooting in Abundant Life Christian School in Wisconsin.
"We must act now to end gun violence," he wrote.
Dec 16, 2024 at 02:42 PM EST
Investigators believe shooter used 9mm pistol in Madison school attack
Investigators believe the shooter involved in the Madison school attack used a 9mm pistol, according to a law enforcement official, per The Associated Press. The official, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, said they were not authorized to discuss details of the ongoing investigation.
Authorities continue to gather information as the investigation into the incident unfolds.
Dec 16, 2024 at 02:39 PM EST
ATF assisting in school shooting investigation
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) is on the scene of the Abundant Life Christian School shooting to investigate where the shooter's weapon came from.
Police said earlier that the gunman is believed to be a student at the school.
But the ATF may be able to trace where their weapon came from.
Dec 16, 2024 at 02:30 PM EST
Senator’s ‘condolences and prayers’ post sparking backlash
Sen. Ron Johnson had shared his "sincere condolences and prayers" for victims of the shooting on X.
But many said they were sick of politicians' 'thoughts and prayers' after American school shootings.
Instead, they wanted action.
"Action not only prayers, Senator. Action!" Mark Pocan responded on X to Johnson's post.
Another X user, whose username is Betty Shaw, added: "Once again you offer prayers. What good does that do?!! WE NEED TO GET GUNS OFF THE STREET."
"Your thoughts and prayers are meaningless," X user, who went by the name Art Candee posted.
Dec 16, 2024 at 02:22 PM EST
Sen. Tammy Baldwin responds to Madison school shooting
U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin expressed her condolences following the active shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison. In a statement posted on X, Baldwin said, "My heart goes out to all those impacted."
She added that her office is in contact with local and state officials and that she stands ready to assist law enforcement and anyone affected by the tragedy.
Authorities are investigating the incident, and further details are expected.
Dec 16, 2024 at 02:15 PM EST
Madison Police Department says death toll stands at 3 deceased
The Madison Police Department shared on Facebook that it "erroneously shared" that five people were killed in the shooting.
The department has now confirmed that three were killed and nine were injured, including the deceased.
Shooting update: At this time, three people are deceased. During the media briefing earlier this afternoon, it was erroneously shared 5 were deceased. Again, three people are deceased. Nine in...
Dec 16, 2024 at 02:14 PM EST
School shooting happens just two days after Sandy Hook
The Abundant Life Christian School shooting occurred just two days after the 12th anniversary of the Sandy Hook shooting.
On December 14, 2012, 20-year-old Adam Lanza shot and killed 20 children and six staff members at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut.
It was the deadliest mass shooting at an elementary school and the deadliest mass shooting in Connecticut and sparked serious debate on gun control in the United States.
Dec 16, 2024 at 02:00 PM EST
Abundant Life Christian School: ‘Prayers Requested!’
Abundant Life Christian School has shared a post on Facebook asking its community for prayers.
"Prayers Requested! Today, we had an active shooter incident at ALCS. We are in the midst of following up. We will share information as we are able," the school wrote.
"Please pray for our Challenger Family."
Prayers Requested! Today, we had an active shooter incident at ALCS. We are in the midst of following up. We will share information as we are able.Please pray for our Challenger Family.
Dec 16, 2024 at 01:56 PM EST
Schools across Madison were locked down during shooting
The Madison Police Department placed other schools in the area in lockdown during the mass shooting.
The lockdown order has since been lifted as police say that the shooter was found dead at Abundant Life Christian School.
Dec 16, 2024 at 01:51 PM EST
Reunification center set up for parents and children
A reunification center has been set up for parents and children near the school.
The center has been set up at the building for SSM Health, a Catholic, not-for-profit health system, on Buckeye Road in Madison.
Dec 16, 2024 at 01:49 PM EST
Madison police withhold details about victims and shooter in Christian school shooting
The Madison Police Department is withholding details about the four victims killed in a shooting at a Christian school on Monday morning, citing the need to notify their families first. Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes emphasized that no information would be released regarding whether the victims were students, staff, or parents.
The department has also not provided any details about the shooter, who was found dead at the scene. Authorities are prioritizing the privacy of the victims' families before sharing further information.
Dec 16, 2024 at 01:42 PM EST
Police cars surround the school after mass shooting
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Police cars car be seen surrounding Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, after the mass shooting that left at least three dead, according to police.
Officers closed the roads in the surrounding area during the incident.
In a press conference, they have since confirmed that the shooter, believed to be a student at the school, has been found dead.
Dec 16, 2024 at 01:40 PM EST
Biden has been briefed
President Joe Biden has been briefed on the tragic school shooting in Madison, Wisconsin, that occurred on Monday.
Senior White House officials are in communication with local authorities in Madison to offer support and assistance as needed in the aftermath of the incident.
The White House has pledged to provide any necessary resources to aid the community during this difficult time.
Dec 16, 2024 at 01:38 PM EST
No additional threats to Madison schools or community, police say
Madison, Wisconsin, Police Chief Shon Barnes assured the public that there are no additional threats to schools or the community following a deadly shooting at Abundant Life Christian School on Monday. Two people were confirmed dead in the incident. Barnes stated that police are still securing the area, including the school and surrounding vehicles, to ensure safety.
While other schools in the district were placed on lockdown as a precaution, Barnes emphasized that there is currently no threat to Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) schools.
Dec 16, 2024 at 01:35 PM EST
Chief Barnes: ‘Sad, sad day’
Madison, Wisconsin, Police Chief Shon Barnes described Monday as a "sad, sad day" for both the community and the nation following a tragic shooting at Abundant Life Christian School.
The incident left five people injured, though details on the number and severity of injuries have not been fully disclosed. Authorities are investigating the situation, with Madison Police confirming the death of the suspected juvenile shooter at the scene. The shooting has deeply affected the local community, with Chief Barnes emphasizing the broader impact on the country.
"Yet another police chief is doing a press conference to speak about violence in our community, specifically in one of the places that's most sacred to me as someone who loves education and to someone who has children that are in schools," Barnes said during a press conference.
Dec 16, 2024 at 01:34 PM EST
Shooter ‘was a student at the school’ says police
The shooter was believed to be student at Abundant Life Christian School, say police.
A Madison Police Department spokesperson said that the juvenile shooter has been found dead at the school.
Dec 16, 2024 at 01:31 PM EST
‘Juvenile’ shooter was found dead at the scene, say cops
The suspected shooter was a juvenile who was found dead at the scene, said Madison Police today.
In a press conference, a police spokesman said that the shooter had been discovered dead at the scene.
A total of three people died in the shooting. He did not confirm if the shooter was included in that total.
Dec 16, 2024 at 01:28 PM EST
Police confirm at least five dead and seven were transported to hospital
Madison Police have confirmed that at least five people were killed in the mass shooting today.
Chief Barnes confirmed that includes the shooter.
Dec 16, 2024 at 01:27 PM EST
Wisconsin governor speaks out about shooting
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers took to X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday to express his concern over the shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison.
Evers said that he was "closely monitoring" the situation and promised to provide updates as more information became available.
Dec 16, 2024 at 01:24 PM EST
School has been cleared, say police
Abundant Life Christian School has been cleared, say Madison police.
Police say the shooter is down and they have cleared the Christian school.
Dec 16, 2024 at 01:23 PM EST
Second shooting of the nature this month
The shooting in Wisconsin took place less than two weeks after a similar incident in Northern California. On December 4, a man posing as a grandfather interested in enrolling his child at the Feather River School of Seventh-Day Adventists in Palermo, near Sacramento, opened fire.
Two kindergarteners were injured during recess, and the gunman died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Investigators believe the gunman's motive was related to U.S. involvement in the Middle East, investigators said
Dec 16, 2024 at 01:20 PM EST
Suspect down after school shooting
A shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison has resulted in several casualties, including children, with victims being transported to local hospitals, according to Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes.
One suspect is down, per CNN, and authorities are conducting secondary searches of buildings and vehicles as the investigation continues.
Dec 16, 2024 at 01:17 PM EST
Sen. Ron Johnson shares condolence
Sen. Ron Johnson shared a tweet on X, formerly Twitter, offering condolences to the victims of the shooting.
Dec 16, 2024 at 01:17 PM EST
Police sent out public safety alert at 11.20 a.m.
A public safety alert was issued at 11:20 a.m. to phones in the area after reports of the shooting at Abundant Life Christian School.
"Per Madison PD- Police activity on 4900 block of East Buckeye Road in Madison. Avoid the area," the alert said, according to NBC affiliate WMTV.
A neighbor of the school told the news station that she heard a gunshot and reported it to police.
Dec 16, 2024 at 01:12 PM EST
Numerous injuries reported in shooting
A shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Wisconsin has resulted in numerous injuries and fatalities, though the identities of the victims remain unclear.
Authorities have not confirmed whether the shooter is still at large, but a heavy emergency response is underway as law enforcement investigates the incident. Further details are expected as the situation develops.
Dec 16, 2024 at 01:08 PM EST
Roads around Abundant Life Christian School are closed after ‘mass shooting’
Roads around Abundant Life Christian School have been closed after reports multiple people were shot there this morning.
Police say the shooting broke out just before 11 a.m. at the private Christian school in Madison, Wisconsin.
Madison police are currently investigating.
Dec 16, 2024 at 01:05 PM EST
Eight hospitalized according to police
A shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, left eight people hospitalized, according to local authorities.
The school has been cleared, and the situation is under investigation.
Details regarding the shooter and the victims' conditions have not yet been confirmed. Local law enforcement is working to determine the cause of the incident.
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