Audrey Hale, the suspect behind the Tennessee school attack, legally purchased seven firearms before going on the devastating shooting spree. These firearms were purchased legally from five different stores prior to the tragic attack that claimed the lives of three children and three adults, John Drake, chief of Police at the Metro Nashville Police Department revealed on Tuesday.

Hale's family mentioned that the 28-year-old had been&nbsp;receiving treatment for an ‘emotional disorder’ and was unfit to ‘own weapons’,&nbsp;Drake told reporters.

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"Her parents felt she should not own weapons," said Drake, adding that the shooter "had been hiding several weapons within the house."

Police, as per reports, are still attempting to find the motive behind the attack. However, Drake said that the shooter didn't target any&nbsp;particular individual.

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The police chief also said that the police had "no reason" to remove the suspect's weapon and&nbsp;that "there's no law for that". He was alluding to the fact that Tennessee does not have a so-called red flag law that allows officials to remove firearms from those they consider to be a potential danger to those around them or themselves.

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However, the Nashville police chief added that if it had been made known to them, they would have "tried" to get those weapons.

But he said that they "had absolutely no idea" that Audrey Hale posed any danger, as the suspect was not on the police radar in any way before Monday.

Hale, who identified as transgender, on Monday (28 March) opened fire at a convent school in Nashville, Tennessee, killing six individuals: three nine-year-old children Evelyn Dieckhaus, Hallie Scruggs, and William Kinney, along with 61-year-old Cynthia Peak, 60-year-old Katherine Koonce, and&nbsp;61-year-old Mike Hill. Hale was killed in the ensuing police crossfire.

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Audrey Hale, the suspect behind the Tennessee school attack, legally purchased seven firearms before going on the devastating shooting spree. These firearms were purchased legally from five different stores prior to the tragic attack that claimed the lives of three children and three adults, John Drake, chief of Police at the Metro Nashville Police Department revealed on Tuesday.

Audrey Hale, the suspect behind the Tennessee school attack, legally purchased seven firearms before going on the devastating shooting spree. These firearms were purchased legally from five different stores prior to the tragic attack that claimed the lives of three children and three adults, John Drake, chief of Police at the Metro Nashville Police Department revealed on Tuesday. Hale's family mentioned that the 28-year-old had been receiving treatment for an ‘emotional disorder’ and was unfit to ‘own weapons’, Drake told reporters. Watch | Police: Shooter who killed six at Nashville school had maps and manifesto "Her parents felt she should not own weapons," said Drake, adding that the shooter "had been hiding several weapons within the house." Police, as per reports, are still attempting to find the motive behind the attack. However, Drake said that the shooter didn't target any particular individual. Also read | Trans person identified as Nashville school shooting suspect; Maps, 'manifesto' found at shooter's house The police chief also said that the police had "no reason" to remove the suspect's weapon and that "there's no law for that". He was alluding to the fact that Tennessee does not have a so-called red flag law that allows officials to remove firearms from those they consider to be a potential danger to those around them or themselves. Also read | Nashville shooting: School battleground in spotlight as police release dramatic bodycam video However, the Nashville police chief added that if it had been made known to them, they would have "tried" to get those weapons. But he said that they "had absolutely no idea" that Audrey Hale posed any danger, as the suspect was not on the police radar in any way before Monday. Hale, who identified as transgender, on Monday (28 March) opened fire at a convent school in Nashville, Tennessee, killing six individuals: three nine-year-old children Evelyn Dieckhaus, Hallie Scruggs, and William Kinney, along with 61-year-old Cynthia Peak, 60-year-old Katherine Koonce, and 61-year-old Mike Hill. Hale was killed in the ensuing police crossfire. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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United States President Joe Biden made a bizarre joke about eating ice cream before making a statement on the US school shooting incident that took place at an elementary school in Nashville in which three children and three adults were killed.

"My name is Joe Biden. I’m Dr Jill Biden’s husband. I eat Jeni’s ice cream — chocolate chip. I came down because I heard there was chocolate chip ice cream. By the way, I have a whole refrigerator full upstairs. You think I’m kidding? I’m not," Joe Biden can be heard saying in the video which was shared widely on social media.

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The president of the United States then called the shooting “heartbreaking” and “sick” while asking Congress to do more to "stop the gun violence".

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“It's just sick. You know, we're still gathering the facts of what happened and why. And we do know that, as of now, there are a number of people who are not going to, did not make it, including children. And it's heartbreaking. A family's worst nightmare,” said Joe Biden.

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Former New Jersey governor Chris Christie criticised Biden's “insensitive” joke while speaking to Fox News. Christie said, “To say that he misunderstood the moment would be an understatement. You know, the president is watching, you’d hope before he comes down there, the awful scenes from the shooting and the reactions of family members and friends of people in that school. And to be coming down, joking about the fact that he’s Jill Biden’s husband and looking for chocolate chip ice cream is hardly the way to start it.”

"There’s no way to talk about something like this except to say that for all of us who are parents, what we dread every day is the news about the health and life of our children," he stated.

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United States President Joe Biden made a bizarre joke about eating ice cream before making a statement on the US school shooting incident that took place at an elementary school in Nashville in which three children and three adults were killed. "My name is Joe Biden. I’m Dr Jill Biden’s husband. I eat Jeni’s ice cream — chocolate chip. I came down because I heard there was chocolate chip ice cream. By the way, I have a whole refrigerator full upstairs. You think I’m kidding? I’m not," Joe Biden can be heard saying in the video which was shared widely on social media. ALSO READ | Watch | US President Joe Biden mixes up China with Canada in another gaffe The president of the United States then called the shooting “heartbreaking” and “sick” while asking Congress to do more to "stop the gun violence". BREAKING: Outrage after President @JoeBiden said this at the start of his speech while children and adults were massacred in Nashville shooting, "My name is Joe Biden. I’m dr. Jill Biden’s husband. I like ice cream, chocolate chip. I came down because I heard there was chocolate… pic.twitter.com/Wa7nFApjMu — Simon Ateba (@simonateba) March 27, 2023 × “It's just sick. You know, we're still gathering the facts of what happened and why. And we do know that, as of now, there are a number of people who are not going to, did not make it, including children. And it's heartbreaking. A family's worst nightmare,” said Joe Biden. WATCH | Joe Biden on Nashville school shooting: Gun violence is ripping our communities apart Former New Jersey governor Chris Christie criticised Biden's “insensitive” joke while speaking to Fox News. Christie said, “To say that he misunderstood the moment would be an understatement. You know, the president is watching, you’d hope before he comes down there, the awful scenes from the shooting and the reactions of family members and friends of people in that school. And to be coming down, joking about the fact that he’s Jill Biden’s husband and looking for chocolate chip ice cream is hardly the way to start it.” "There’s no way to talk about something like this except to say that for all of us who are parents, what we dread every day is the news about the health and life of our children," he stated. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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Nashville police have identified a trans person as the shooter behind America's latest school shooting attack that killed three children and three adults at a Nashville-based educational institution. As per reports, the shooter left behind a map and a manifesto relating to the attack. The items were revealed upon a search of the suspect's house. As per local police chief John Drake, the shooter has been identified as a 28-year-old&nbsp;"transgender" resident of Nashville. Talking to the press about the evidence that points towards a targeted attack, Drake said "We have a manifesto, we have some writings we are going over that pertain to this day, the actual incident, we have a map drawn out of how this was all going to take place."

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As per Reuters, the map had detailed drawings of the private Christian school's entry points. Investigators are examining the maps, the manifesto, and other writings that police discovered at the 28-year-old shooter's house.

Talking to&nbsp;NBC News, the police chief said that the&nbsp;manifesto&nbsp;"indicates that there was going to be shootings at multiple locations, and the school was one of them."

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The police chief identified the suspect as Audrey Elizabeth Hale, 28, a resident of the Nashville area. Hale, as per Drake, identifies "as transgender," however, he said it was&nbsp;unclear whether the suspect identified as a man or a woman. Screenshots of a LinkedIn profile which allegedly belonged to Hale are circulating&nbsp;on social media. They&nbsp;have identified the trans shooter's&nbsp;pronouns as he/him.

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When asked whether Hale's gender identity may have been a factor behind the devastating attack, police chief Drake, as per AFP, said: "There is some theory to that, we're investigating all the leads."

Hale, as per the police chief, was once a student at the school where the attack took place.&nbsp;

Reuters reports that the Covenant School, which was founded in 2001, is a ministry of the Covenant Presbyterian Church. It is located in the Green Hills neighbourhood of Nashville, and serves preschool through sixth graders with about 200 students, according to the school's website.

After gaining entry to the building by firing through a door, Hale, who was armed with at least two assault rifles and a handgun,&nbsp;shot six victims fatally. They've been identified as three nine-year-old children Evelyn Dieckhaus, Hallie Scruggs, and William Kinney, along with 61-year-old Cynthia Peak, 60-year-old Katherine Koonce, and&nbsp;61-year-old Mike Hill. Police reportedly reached the scene of the shooting&nbsp;within approximately 15 minutes of receiving the first emergency call around 10:00 am (1500 GMT). There they&nbsp;engaged with the shooter, who returned fire before being shot dead.

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Nashville police have identified a trans person as the shooter behind America's latest school shooting attack that killed three children and three adults at a Nashville-based educational institution. As per reports, the shooter left behind a map and a manifesto relating to the attack. The items were revealed upon a search of the suspect's house. As per local police chief John Drake, the shooter has been identified as a 28-year-old "transgender" resident of Nashville. Talking to the press about the evidence that points towards a targeted attack, Drake said "We have a manifesto, we have some writings we are going over that pertain to this day, the actual incident, we have a map drawn out of how this was all going to take place." Watch | Police: Shooter who killed six at Nashville school had maps and manifesto As per Reuters, the map had detailed drawings of the private Christian school's entry points. Investigators are examining the maps, the manifesto, and other writings that police discovered at the 28-year-old shooter's house. Talking to NBC News, the police chief said that the manifesto "indicates that there was going to be shootings at multiple locations, and the school was one of them." Also read | US: Female shooter kills 3 children, 3 adults in Nashville school The police chief identified the suspect as Audrey Elizabeth Hale, 28, a resident of the Nashville area. Hale, as per Drake, identifies "as transgender," however, he said it was unclear whether the suspect identified as a man or a woman. Screenshots of a LinkedIn profile which allegedly belonged to Hale are circulating on social media. They have identified the trans shooter's pronouns as he/him. BREAKING Shooter Identified In Covenant Christian School Shooting, as 28 y/o Audrey Elizabeth Hale of Nashville Word has it, 'it's' a Trans-Gender, Identifying as he/him~ pic.twitter.com/7nE6o1SUi7 — TruthInBytes (@HipIsEdo) March 27, 2023 × When asked whether Hale's gender identity may have been a factor behind the devastating attack, police chief Drake, as per AFP, said: "There is some theory to that, we're investigating all the leads." Hale, as per the police chief, was once a student at the school where the attack took place. Reuters reports that the Covenant School, which was founded in 2001, is a ministry of the Covenant Presbyterian Church. It is located in the Green Hills neighbourhood of Nashville, and serves preschool through sixth graders with about 200 students, according to the school's website. After gaining entry to the building by firing through a door, Hale, who was armed with at least two assault rifles and a handgun, shot six victims fatally. They've been identified as three nine-year-old children Evelyn Dieckhaus, Hallie Scruggs, and William Kinney, along with 61-year-old Cynthia Peak, 60-year-old Katherine Koonce, and 61-year-old Mike Hill. Police reportedly reached the scene of the shooting within approximately 15 minutes of receiving the first emergency call around 10:00 am (1500 GMT). There they engaged with the shooter, who returned fire before being shot dead. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Trans person identified as Nashville school shooting suspect; Maps, 'manifesto' found at shooter's house

Another incident of school shooting took place in Nashville, Tennessee. A heavily-armed shooter opened fire, killing 3 adults aged around 60, and 3 children-all of them just nine years old. The Nashville district attorney called it the ultimate crime - when school children and caregivers are the victims of senseless gun violence.

Police: Shooter who killed six at Nashville school had maps and manifesto

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Three children and three adults were killed on Monday when a shooter opened fire at a private Christian elementary school in Nashville, according to officials. Police shot and killed the alleged shooter at Covenant School in the city's Green Hills district, according to authorities.

Nashville school shooting: 3 children, 3 adults killed, shooter dead

The Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD) have identified the 28-year-old shooter who mercilessly killed six people, including three children, at a school in Nashville.

The assailant was identified as Audrey Elizabeth Hale, a trans person and an alumnus of The Covenant School, a Christian academy.

According to the police, on Monday morning, Hale, armed with at least two assault rifles and a handgun, entered the school from a side entrance and allegedly fired multiple shots through the entrance as he was advancing through the building.

After 14 minutes of the onslaught, Hale was later shot dead by two cops at 10.27 am (local time).

Chief of Police John Drake said that they found a manifesto and maps of the school which had extensive details on entry-exit points and surveillance.

The suspect was "prepared for a confrontation with law enforcement," the police chief told reporters.

Speaking to NBC News, Drake said that the school shooter was likely plotting a broader attack, as the manifesto "indicates that there was going to be shootings at multiple locations, and the school was one of them."

As horrifying details of the school violence emerge and police try to find the motive, here’s what it has been revealed about the killer.

Who was Audrey Elizabeth Hale?

According to police, Hale identified as a trans person. The shooter was biologically a woman but identified as a man. In such cases, a person is referred to with they/them/their pronouns.

Hale worked as a commercial illustrator and graphic designer who posted their creations online. They once worked on a children’s book about a support dog, according to a LinkedIn page.

Hale attended Nossi College of Art in Nashville, and most recently worked part-time as a grocery shopper for Shipt, according to LinkedIn.On their website, Hale described themselves as enjoying “binging on video games, watching movies, and playing sports.”

When Chief of Police John Drake was asked whether Hale’s identity was the motive behind the killing, he said, “There is some theory to that, we’re investigating all the leads.”

He later told NBC News that investigators believed that the shooting stemmed from "some resentment" Hale had "for having to go to that school" when they were younger.

However, he clarified that police are yet to find a definitive motive, and their initial assessment of Hale’s identity could not be the sole reason.

What kind of weapons did Hale use?

According to police, Hale was armed with an AR-style rifle, an AR-style pistol, and a handgun. He used the guns to shoot through a locked side entrance to the school.

“Two of the guns were obtained legally, locally here,” Drake said.

How did Hale’s family react?

US media reported that the shooter’s mother, Norma Fort Hale, works at at The Village Chapel, a Nashville church.

She had previously posted on social media after school shootings and called for more gun control.

She even shared links on Facebook to a Sandy Hook Promise petition to “keep guns out of schools,” calling the pledge “so important,” according to the Independent newspaper.

Speaking to ABC News reporter, she said, “It’s very difficult now, we ask for privacy. I really can’t talk right now, I think I lost my daughter today.”

The police are questioning the shooter's father.

What did&nbsp;the neighbours and family members say?

Hours after the shooting, police searched a home just three miles away from the school. A neighbour, Sandy Durham, who is also a family friend of the Hales, told The Daily Beast that the ATF were there “to see what was going on next door [at the Hale house].”

“I do know Audrey, I’ve known her since she was a baby. I had just gotten out of the shower when all of this started happening. I didn’t really know anything more than that. Something was going on next door. It’s just tragic for everybody. The sweet children that were hurt, killed, the adults. All of it,” she was quoted as saying.

Asked if there were any warning signs about Hale, Durham responded, “Never. She was very sweet. I don’t know what happened. It’s very scary.”

Another neighbour described Hale as a “normal, nice person. Maybe a little quiet.”

“If I had to imagine, Audrey’s parents are probably just as shocked as everybody in the neighbourhood is… It just doesn’t seem real,” Sean, who goes by his first name told The Daily beast.

He said that he could not believe that Hale was capable of harming anyone and that their family never even had access to a gun before.

“They just don’t seem like the family that, like, is around guns. They’re not talking about going to a gun range or they’re not going hunting.”

However, a&nbsp;source close to the Hale family in an interview to The Daily Beast described the shooter as an "autistic, but high-functioning" individual. The identity of the source was not revealed as they wanted to&nbsp;avoid additional family strife.

What will happen next?

The Metro Nashville Police Department is currently probing the shooting incident, with assistance from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives.

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The Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD) have identified the 28-year-old shooter who mercilessly killed six people, including three children, at a school in Nashville.

The Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD) have identified the 28-year-old shooter who mercilessly killed six people, including three children, at a school in Nashville. The assailant was identified as Audrey Elizabeth Hale, a trans person and an alumnus of The Covenant School, a Christian academy. According to the police, on Monday morning, Hale, armed with at least two assault rifles and a handgun, entered the school from a side entrance and allegedly fired multiple shots through the entrance as he was advancing through the building. After 14 minutes of the onslaught, Hale was later shot dead by two cops at 10.27 am (local time). Chief of Police John Drake said that they found a manifesto and maps of the school which had extensive details on entry-exit points and surveillance. The suspect was "prepared for a confrontation with law enforcement," the police chief told reporters. Speaking to NBC News, Drake said that the school shooter was likely plotting a broader attack, as the manifesto "indicates that there was going to be shootings at multiple locations, and the school was one of them." As horrifying details of the school violence emerge and police try to find the motive, here’s what it has been revealed about the killer. Who was Audrey Elizabeth Hale? According to police, Hale identified as a trans person. The shooter was biologically a woman but identified as a man. In such cases, a person is referred to with they/them/their pronouns. Hale worked as a commercial illustrator and graphic designer who posted their creations online. They once worked on a children’s book about a support dog, according to a LinkedIn page. Hale attended Nossi College of Art in Nashville, and most recently worked part-time as a grocery shopper for Shipt, according to LinkedIn.On their website, Hale described themselves as enjoying “binging on video games, watching movies, and playing sports.” When Chief of Police John Drake was asked whether Hale’s identity was the motive behind the killing, he said, “There is some theory to that, we’re investigating all the leads.” He later told NBC News that investigators believed that the shooting stemmed from "some resentment" Hale had "for having to go to that school" when they were younger. However, he clarified that police are yet to find a definitive motive, and their initial assessment of Hale’s identity could not be the sole reason. What kind of weapons did Hale use? According to police, Hale was armed with an AR-style rifle, an AR-style pistol, and a handgun. He used the guns to shoot through a locked side entrance to the school. “Two of the guns were obtained legally, locally here,” Drake said. How did Hale’s family react? US media reported that the shooter’s mother, Norma Fort Hale, works at at The Village Chapel, a Nashville church. She had previously posted on social media after school shootings and called for more gun control. She even shared links on Facebook to a Sandy Hook Promise petition to “keep guns out of schools,” calling the pledge “so important,” according to the Independent newspaper. Speaking to ABC News reporter, she said, “It’s very difficult now, we ask for privacy. I really can’t talk right now, I think I lost my daughter today.” The police are questioning the shooter's father. What did the neighbours and family members say? Hours after the shooting, police searched a home just three miles away from the school. A neighbour, Sandy Durham, who is also a family friend of the Hales, told The Daily Beast that the ATF were there “to see what was going on next door [at the Hale house].” “I do know Audrey, I’ve known her since she was a baby. I had just gotten out of the shower when all of this started happening. I didn’t really know anything more than that. Something was going on next door. It’s just tragic for everybody. The sweet children that were hurt, killed, the adults. All of it,” she was quoted as saying. Asked if there were any warning signs about Hale, Durham responded, “Never. She was very sweet. I don’t know what happened. It’s very scary.” Another neighbour described Hale as a “normal, nice person. Maybe a little quiet.” “If I had to imagine, Audrey’s parents are probably just as shocked as everybody in the neighbourhood is… It just doesn’t seem real,” Sean, who goes by his first name told The Daily beast. He said that he could not believe that Hale was capable of harming anyone and that their family never even had access to a gun before. “They just don’t seem like the family that, like, is around guns. They’re not talking about going to a gun range or they’re not going hunting.” However, a source close to the Hale family in an interview to The Daily Beast described the shooter as an "autistic, but high-functioning" individual. The identity of the source was not revealed as they wanted to avoid additional family strife. What will happen next? The Metro Nashville Police Department is currently probing the shooting incident, with assistance from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Explained | Who is Audrey Hale, the shooter who killed six at Nashville school

Gun violence and school shootings seem to be a uniquely American problem and it continues to haunt parents, teachers, and authorities. In a recent shooting incident in Denver, Colorado, a 17-year-old boy is on-the-run and police are hunting for him. Why?? Because he shot and injured two faculty members on Wednesday.

17-year-old flees after shooting, injuring 2 faculty members in Denver school

A 17-year-old student shot and wounded two school administrators at a Denver high school, after a handgun was found during a daily search of the boy.

17-year-old boy opens fire at school in Denver, wounds two faculty members

One student was killed and another injured in&nbsp;a shooting incident that took place outside a school in US state Texas’s city of Dallas, early Monday. The police have arrested the person suspected of opening fire. The incident occurred at Lamar High School in Arlington, said a statement by the local police.&nbsp;

“At around 6:55 this morning, we received multiple reports of shots fired on campus, outside of the school building,” said police spokesperson Tim Ciesco, before many students arrived for the first day back to classes after the spring break.&nbsp;

According to Arlington Independent School District spokeswoman Anita Foster, one student was injured by the gunfire while the other was hurt by what she described as “debris from the shooting”.&nbsp;

Both students are receiving medical care, however, no immediate information was available regarding their condition. Additionally, their identities have also not been revealed yet. The Arlington police, in a series of tweets also said that they believe the suspected shooter did not enter the campus.&nbsp;

“Officers were able to locate and take that individual into custody shortly after arriving on scene,” said the Arlington police, without releasing any other details about the shooter. Subsequently, the police said they have completed their search of the high school and begun releasing the students after placing it on complete lockdown on Monday morning.&nbsp;

Foster had earlier told CNN that the school will remain on lockdown while police investigate. Meanwhile, the parents were asked to stay away from the campus and as of 10:40 am (local time) after the police had completed their search of the school building, students would be released to their guardians at a “reunification center”.&nbsp; 
 
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One student was killed and another injured in a shooting incident that took place outside a school in US state Texas’s city of Dallas, early Monday. The police have arrested the person suspected of opening fire.

One student was killed and another injured in a shooting incident that took place outside a school in US state Texas’s city of Dallas, early Monday. The police have arrested the person suspected of opening fire. The incident occurred at Lamar High School in Arlington, said a statement by the local police. “At around 6:55 this morning, we received multiple reports of shots fired on campus, outside of the school building,” said police spokesperson Tim Ciesco, before many students arrived for the first day back to classes after the spring break. According to Arlington Independent School District spokeswoman Anita Foster, one student was injured by the gunfire while the other was hurt by what she described as “debris from the shooting”. Both students are receiving medical care, however, no immediate information was available regarding their condition. Additionally, their identities have also not been revealed yet. The Arlington police, in a series of tweets also said that they believe the suspected shooter did not enter the campus. “Officers were able to locate and take that individual into custody shortly after arriving on scene,” said the Arlington police, without releasing any other details about the shooter. Subsequently, the police said they have completed their search of the high school and begun releasing the students after placing it on complete lockdown on Monday morning. Foster had earlier told CNN that the school will remain on lockdown while police investigate. Meanwhile, the parents were asked to stay away from the campus and as of 10:40 am (local time) after the police had completed their search of the school building, students would be released to their guardians at a “reunification center”. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Brazilian authorities said that at least three people were killed and several were injured in a shooting incident on Friday (November 25) when a gunman opened fire on two schools in the southeastern part of the nation.&nbsp;

As quoted by news agencies Luis Carlos Coutinho, the mayor of the town of Aracruz, in Espirito Santo state, told the radio network CBN that a group of "criminals attacked the first school".&nbsp;

A man opened fire on several teachers, killing two women. The group then went to another school, where the same man again opened fire and killed an adolescent girl. More than 10 were injured in both schools.&nbsp;

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As per the report, the incident happened around 10am (local time) in Aracruz, a small town which is located around&nbsp;80 kilometres north of the state capital Vitoria.&nbsp;

Initially, the local police thought that the gunman was a student but Marcio Celante, Espirito Santo's head of public security told reporters that the shooter had not been confirmed.&nbsp;

President-elect Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva condemned the shooting and called it an "absurd tragedy". He said, "I extend my support to Governor Casagrande in investigating the case and comforting the communities surrounding the two affected schools."&nbsp;

After the deadly shooting, Geraldo Alckmin, the vice president-elect of the nation, expressed grief. He wrote on Twitter: "I send my solidarity to the school communities, the families and the victims' friends. He further urged for a "swift investigation and prevention to stop tragedies like this from happening again."&nbsp;

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Brazilian authorities said that at least three people were killed and several were injured in a shooting incident on Friday (November 25) when a gunman opened fire on two schools in the southeastern part of the nation.

Brazilian authorities said that at least three people were killed and several were injured in a shooting incident on Friday (November 25) when a gunman opened fire on two schools in the southeastern part of the nation. As quoted by news agencies Luis Carlos Coutinho, the mayor of the town of Aracruz, in Espirito Santo state, told the radio network CBN that a group of "criminals attacked the first school". A man opened fire on several teachers, killing two women. The group then went to another school, where the same man again opened fire and killed an adolescent girl. More than 10 were injured in both schools. ALSO READ | Avoid division in ranks, impose price cap on Russian oil: Zelensky to Europe As per the report, the incident happened around 10am (local time) in Aracruz, a small town which is located around 80 kilometres north of the state capital Vitoria. Initially, the local police thought that the gunman was a student but Marcio Celante, Espirito Santo's head of public security told reporters that the shooter had not been confirmed. President-elect Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva condemned the shooting and called it an "absurd tragedy". He said, "I extend my support to Governor Casagrande in investigating the case and comforting the communities surrounding the two affected schools." After the deadly shooting, Geraldo Alckmin, the vice president-elect of the nation, expressed grief. He wrote on Twitter: "I send my solidarity to the school communities, the families and the victims' friends. He further urged for a "swift investigation and prevention to stop tragedies like this from happening again." ALSO READ | No peace talks with Armenia if France President Emmanuel Macron attends, says Azerbaijan Consternado com os ataques ocorridos nas escolas em Aracruz, no Espírito Santo, manifesto minha solidariedade às comunidades escolares, às famílias e aos amigos das vítimas. Que haja investigação célere e prevenção para que tragédias como esta não se repitam. — Geraldo Alckmin 🇧🇷 (@geraldoalckmin) November 25, 2022 × WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Brazil: At least three killed and several injured in school shooting

The police department that serves the Uvalde, Texas, school district has been suspended, more than four months after a mass shooting claimed the lives of 19 students and two teachers.

Uvalde school district suspends its police department over May mass shooting

At least 13 people are dead and multiple injured after a gunman opened fire in a school in the central Russian city of Izhevsk. After the shootings, the shooter also committed suicide and his body has been found by the police.

Russia School Shooting: 13 killed including at least 5 children, multiple injured

At least 15 people are dead and more than two dozen injured in a mass school shooting, after a gunman opened fire in a school in the central Russian city of Izhevsk. After the shootings, the shooter also committed suicide and his body has been found by the police.

Russia School Shooting: Gunman shoots himself after rampage; at least 15 dead

Texas School Shooting: The district police chief who delayed responding in the Texas school shooting incident has been put on administrative leave. He was in charge of the law enforcement response in Uvalde on May 24.

Texas School Shooting Probe: Officer who delayed response on administrative leave

Just 15 minutes before the Texas gunman entered the classroom where the shooting happened, he had posted a plan of what he would do once he enters the school.

Texas Elementary School Shooting: Texas teen shared shooting plan on Facebook

The US President has visited a memorial to the 19 students and two teachers killed in a mass shooting at an elementary school in Texas earlier this week.

Texas Elementary School Shooting: US President Joe Biden visits Uvalde, promises to 'do something'

After mom was killed in Texas elementary school shooting and father died of a heart attack a few days later, donations are pouring in for the bereaved family of four children, who are now left without parents. Till now, more than $2.5 million has been raised through a GoFundMe page.&nbsp;The mother of these children, Irma Garcia, was a teacher at Robb Elementary School, Uvalde, Texas. She died trying to protect her students in the shooting on Tuesday. Her husband of nearly 25 years, Joe Garcia, died of a heart attack on Thursday, the family announced.&nbsp;The couple reportedly had four children, who are in the age group of 12 to 23 years, as per the Washington Post. &nbsp;

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Since the shooting, several GoFundMe accounts have started. The original goal of page for Garcia’s family was $10,000. In just three days, more than 46,000 donations have come in. &nbsp;

In an update at the GoFundMe campaign page for the Garcia family on Sunday morning, Debra Austin, a woman, who claims to be Irma Garcia’s cousin, posted, “I would like to thank all the donors worldwide that have contributed to these wonderful kids. The prayers and love and support you have sent are so very much appreciated and needed as they continue their journey through life without their mother and father.” &nbsp;&nbsp;

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After mom was killed in Texas elementary school shooting and father died of a heart attack a few days later, donations are pouring in for the bereaved family of four children, who are now left without parents. Till now, more than $2.5 million has been raised through a GoFundMe page. The mother of these children, Irma Garcia, was a teacher at Robb Elementary School, Uvalde, Texas. She died trying to protect her students in the shooting on Tuesday. Her husband of nearly 25 years, Joe Garcia, died of a heart attack on Thursday, the family announced. The couple reportedly had four children, who are in the age group of 12 to 23 years, as per the Washington Post. Also Read | Texas shooting: Biden visits Uvalde, pays tribute to victims Since the shooting, several GoFundMe accounts have started. The original goal of page for Garcia’s family was $10,000. In just three days, more than 46,000 donations have come in. In an update at the GoFundMe campaign page for the Garcia family on Sunday morning, Debra Austin, a woman, who claims to be Irma Garcia’s cousin, posted, “I would like to thank all the donors worldwide that have contributed to these wonderful kids. The prayers and love and support you have sent are so very much appreciated and needed as they continue their journey through life without their mother and father.” Watch: Texas school shooting: Police lost an hour waiting for back up, angry parents confront them × “Joe and Irma were amazing people and two of the most loving parents we as a family have ever known. They were so proud of all their kids. They are loved and missed beyond what words can explain. Thank you again from the entire family,” Austin wrote. WATCH WION LIVE HERE (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

US school shooting: In 3 days, over $2.5 mn raised in donations for four children left without parents

In the recent brutal shooting on Texas elementary school in the US, the police have admitted to making a mistake in waiting for nearly an hour for back up before confronting the attacker. A law enforcement official made a statement on Friday in this regard. In the terrifying incident, the gunman had killed 19 children and two teachers, media reports said. According to the statement of the official, the police made the "wrong decision" in waiting to breach the classroom where the 18-year-old shooter caused mayhem. Since the attack, the law enforcement has been under pressure as several people have raised numerous questions over the handling of the incident. &nbsp;

After Salvador Ramos entered with an AR-15 semi-automatic rifle, the survivors in the classroom called the 911 emergency number. But the police officers, who were in the hallway outside the room, kept waiting for assistance, as per Colonel Steven McCraw, director, Texas Department of Public Safety. &nbsp;

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At a news briefing, McCraw said, "it was the wrong decision" of the onsite commander to wait for a specially trained tactical team and not enter the classroom. &nbsp;

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Starting from 12:03 pm, a person, who was not named, called 911 multiple times to tell police by whispering that many people were dead but there were still "eight to nine" students alive, the colonel said. At 12:47 pm, a student called to ask the operator to send police "now". Until 12:50 pm, the officers did not enter the classroom, as per McCraw.&nbsp; &nbsp;

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"I am livid, I was misled," Texas Governor Greg Abbott said on Friday. He said that he was given inaccurate information about the events in the incident.

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In the recent brutal shooting on Texas elementary school in the US, the police have admitted to making a mistake in waiting for nearly an hour for back up before confronting the attacker.

In the recent brutal shooting on Texas elementary school in the US, the police have admitted to making a mistake in waiting for nearly an hour for back up before confronting the attacker. A law enforcement official made a statement on Friday in this regard. In the terrifying incident, the gunman had killed 19 children and two teachers, media reports said. According to the statement of the official, the police made the "wrong decision" in waiting to breach the classroom where the 18-year-old shooter caused mayhem. Since the attack, the law enforcement has been under pressure as several people have raised numerous questions over the handling of the incident. After Salvador Ramos entered with an AR-15 semi-automatic rifle, the survivors in the classroom called the 911 emergency number. But the police officers, who were in the hallway outside the room, kept waiting for assistance, as per Colonel Steven McCraw, director, Texas Department of Public Safety. Also Read: Texas police alter details on how Uvalde shooter entered school amid criticism over response At a news briefing, McCraw said, "it was the wrong decision" of the onsite commander to wait for a specially trained tactical team and not enter the classroom. Watch | Gravitas: Texas school shooting: Videos show parents pleading with police to do more × Starting from 12:03 pm, a person, who was not named, called 911 multiple times to tell police by whispering that many people were dead but there were still "eight to nine" students alive, the colonel said. At 12:47 pm, a student called to ask the operator to send police "now". Until 12:50 pm, the officers did not enter the classroom, as per McCraw. WATCH WION LIVE HERE "I am livid, I was misled," Texas Governor Greg Abbott said on Friday. He said that he was given inaccurate information about the events in the incident. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

School shooting: US cops admit making mistake in waiting for back up, not confront attacker

US President Joe Biden will travel to Uvalde on Sunday to grieve with and console the families of the victims of Texas elementary school shooting. The mass shooting, carried out by a lone 18-year-old gunman, left 19 children and two teachers dead.

Texas School Shooting: US President Joe Biden to visit Uvalde on Sunday to mourn victims

Texas is hosting the annual meeting of the National Rifle Association, which is the biggest gun lobby in the US, days after the deadly shooting which killed 19 children and two teachers at an elementary school in Uvalde.

NRA stages big gun show in Texas days after elementary school shooting

Texas police face scrutiny over why it took an hour to neutralise the gunman who murdered 19 children and two teachers at elementary school in Uvalde, as video emerged of desperate parents begging officers to storm the school.

Texas Police face scrutiny over late response to elementary school shooting

Tributes to the young victims of the Texas elementary school shooting have been pouring in, not only from America but across the world. Officials say the gunman obtained his weapons shortly after his 18th birthday and he was inside the school for roughly 40 minutes or possibly longer before he was killed.

Texas School Shooting: Tributes pour in for the young victims

School shootings have been a big problem for the United States for quite some time and it was once again in the news following the attack on an elementary school in Texas. &nbsp;At least 19 children and two adults were killed as a teenage gunman open fired in the school resulting in the worst school shooting in the US since Sandy Hook. As a result of the attack, sales of bulletproof backpacks have gone up one again in a number of states in the country, according to Business Insider. There are a number of bulletproof products in the market but the backpack for kids remains the favourite.

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The gunman, identified as Salvador Ramos, fled after shooting his grandmother and after his car crashed near the Robb elementary school in Uvalde, he launched an attack on the children in the school. The police department was unable to determine the motive behind the horrible shooting.

According to the Insider report, four companies that create bulletproof products said that people are actively looking for products that can be used by kids in crisis situations after the Texas shooting.

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According to the product description, a person can protect themselves by holding the bulletproof backpack in front of them to deflect the bullets. Yasir Sheikh, who is part of the Guard Dog Security, told Insider that there have been “an increase” in customers asking for that specific product.

Another company – MC Armor – also told Insider that New Jersey, Georgia, California, Pennsylvania, and Florida are the states where the demand has increased substantially after the shooting.

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School shootings have been a big problem for the United States for quite some time and it was once again in the news following the attack on an elementary school in Texas.

School shootings have been a big problem for the United States for quite some time and it was once again in the news following the attack on an elementary school in Texas. At least 19 children and two adults were killed as a teenage gunman open fired in the school resulting in the worst school shooting in the US since Sandy Hook. As a result of the attack, sales of bulletproof backpacks have gone up one again in a number of states in the country, according to Business Insider. There are a number of bulletproof products in the market but the backpack for kids remains the favourite. Also read | China claims it has 'no intention' to build military base in Solomon Islands The gunman, identified as Salvador Ramos, fled after shooting his grandmother and after his car crashed near the Robb elementary school in Uvalde, he launched an attack on the children in the school. The police department was unable to determine the motive behind the horrible shooting. According to the Insider report, four companies that create bulletproof products said that people are actively looking for products that can be used by kids in crisis situations after the Texas shooting. Also read | UK Finance Minister Rishi Sunak unveils $18 billion cost-of-living bailout According to the product description, a person can protect themselves by holding the bulletproof backpack in front of them to deflect the bullets. Yasir Sheikh, who is part of the Guard Dog Security, told Insider that there have been “an increase” in customers asking for that specific product. Another company – MC Armor – also told Insider that New Jersey, Georgia, California, Pennsylvania, and Florida are the states where the demand has increased substantially after the shooting. WATCH WION LIVE HERE -

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The Texas school shooting is the 27th incident of gun terror in American schools this year. US President Joe Biden, who had a lot to say on law and order in the Indo-Pacific, is helpless when it comes to the breakdown of law at home. Has he failed? Listen in to Palki Sharma.

Gravitas: Texas school shooting: Is Biden to be blamed?

Gunman, who killed 21 people at Texas elementary school in shooting, had disclosed his intentions on social media just before carrying out the attack, said Governor Greg Abbott. In the shooting, 19 children and two teachers were killed along with the gunman. The 18-year-old shooter, Salvador Ramos, carried out the attack with an AR-15 at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde on Tuesday. In the warning about the attack on social media, Ramos said he was going to shoot up an elementary school. He had made three social media posts around 30 minutes before the attack. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Not just this, Ramos had also shot his grandmother before going to the school, said Lt Christopher Olivarez, spokesperson, Texas Department of Public Safety. Ramos had also posted about the intention to shoot his grandmother on social media, as per the governor. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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In the attack, 17 people were also injured. Ramos seems to have had no known criminal or mental health history, said Abbott. &nbsp;

At a news conference, Republican governor said, "Evil swept across Uvalde yesterday." Other Republican political officials were also present at the briefing. &nbsp;

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Meanwhile, the parents mourned the deadly attack. The officials said the students were killed in a single classroom by the gunman. US President Joe Biden has hit out against the gun lobby by saying: "When, in God's name, are we going to stand up to the gun lobby." &nbsp;

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Gunman, who killed 21 people at Texas elementary school in shooting, had disclosed his intentions on social media just before carrying out the attack, said Governor Greg Abbott.

Gunman, who killed 21 people at Texas elementary school in shooting, had disclosed his intentions on social media just before carrying out the attack, said Governor Greg Abbott. In the shooting, 19 children and two teachers were killed along with the gunman. The 18-year-old shooter, Salvador Ramos, carried out the attack with an AR-15 at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde on Tuesday. In the warning about the attack on social media, Ramos said he was going to shoot up an elementary school. He had made three social media posts around 30 minutes before the attack. Not just this, Ramos had also shot his grandmother before going to the school, said Lt Christopher Olivarez, spokesperson, Texas Department of Public Safety. Ramos had also posted about the intention to shoot his grandmother on social media, as per the governor. Also Read: Texas elementary school shooting: US leaders call for measures to check rising incidents In the attack, 17 people were also injured. Ramos seems to have had no known criminal or mental health history, said Abbott. At a news conference, Republican governor said, "Evil swept across Uvalde yesterday." Other Republican political officials were also present at the briefing. Watch: United States: Teenage gunman shot dead by cops × Meanwhile, the parents mourned the deadly attack. The officials said the students were killed in a single classroom by the gunman. US President Joe Biden has hit out against the gun lobby by saying: "When, in God's name, are we going to stand up to the gun lobby." WATCH WION LIVE HERE (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

Is it still wild west? US school shooting gunman shared intentions on social media before attack

A teenage gunman killed at least 19 young children and two adults at an elementary school in Texas on Tuesday. According to reports, he also shot his grandmother before moving on to the school.

Texas School Shooting: 19 children killed, gunman believed to have also shot his grandmother

An 18-year-old gunman killed 21 people, including 18 students in a shooting at an elementary school in Texas on Tuesday. Investigators say the suspect was armed with a handgun and was killed by the responding officers.

Texas Elementary School Shooting: Teenage gunman kills 18 children at Uvalde

US: 18 children killed in Texas elementary school shooting, gunman shot dead

Salvador Ramos, 18, has been identified as the gunman who killed at least 19 students and two adults at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, on Tuesday.

Governor Greg Abbott claimed Ramos carried out the mass shooting "horribly and incomprehensibly" before being shot dead by police officers.

According to Mr Abbott, Ramos was a student at Uvalde High School in the little city 80 miles west of San Antonio.

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According to state Sen Roland Gutierrez, who was briefed by police, Ramos had intimated on social media that an attack could be coming.

"He suggested the kids should watch out," the lawmaker said.

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Abbott said at a news conference on Tuesday afternoon that he shot his grandmother before driving to Robb Elementary just before midday on Tuesday. Sgt Erick Estrada of the Texas Department of Public Safety told CNN that she is in critical condition.

Ramos is suspected of abandoning his car outside the school and entering the premises with a handgun and maybe a rifle. The killer was alleged to be wearing body armour, according to police.

"The suspect made entry into the school and as soon as he made entry into the school he started shooting children, teachers, whoever’s in his way," Christopher Olivarez of the Texas Department of Public Safety told local media.

On his 18th birthday, Ramos bought the firearms. Ramos' Instagram acquaintance said the adolescent emailed him a snapshot of a receipt for a rifle he purchased from Daniel Defense, a weapons manufacturer. 
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Salvador Ramos, 18, has been identified as the gunman who killed at least 19 students and two adults at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, on Tuesday. Governor Greg Abbott claimed Ramos carried out the mass shooting "horribly and incomprehensibly" before being shot dead by police officers.

Salvador Ramos, 18, has been identified as the gunman who killed at least 19 students and two adults at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, on Tuesday. Governor Greg Abbott claimed Ramos carried out the mass shooting "horribly and incomprehensibly" before being shot dead by police officers. According to Mr Abbott, Ramos was a student at Uvalde High School in the little city 80 miles west of San Antonio. Also Read | US gun terror: 'Since 2009… 274 shootings, 1,536 killed,' says US group According to state Sen Roland Gutierrez, who was briefed by police, Ramos had intimated on social media that an attack could be coming. "He suggested the kids should watch out," the lawmaker said. Also Read | US gun terror: I 'beg' you, Senator appeals lawmakers for gun control after Texas shootout Abbott said at a news conference on Tuesday afternoon that he shot his grandmother before driving to Robb Elementary just before midday on Tuesday. Sgt Erick Estrada of the Texas Department of Public Safety told CNN that she is in critical condition. Ramos is suspected of abandoning his car outside the school and entering the premises with a handgun and maybe a rifle. The killer was alleged to be wearing body armour, according to police. "The suspect made entry into the school and as soon as he made entry into the school he started shooting children, teachers, whoever’s in his way," Christopher Olivarez of the Texas Department of Public Safety told local media. On his 18th birthday, Ramos bought the firearms. Ramos' Instagram acquaintance said the adolescent emailed him a snapshot of a receipt for a rifle he purchased from Daniel Defense, a weapons manufacturer. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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A 15-year-old student opened fire at his Michigan high school on Tuesday, killing three teenagers and wounding eight other people before surrendering to police, authorities said, in what was the deadliest US school shooting so far this year.

Eight others, including one teacher, were wounded in the attack, which took place shortly after noon while classes were in session at Oxford High School, the Oakland County Sheriff's Office said.

The sheriff's office said the dead were a 16-year-old male, a 14-year-old female, and a 17-year-old female.

Of the wounded, six were in stable condition and two were undergoing surgery.

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The suspect was taken into custody and a semi-automatic handgun was seized, but there was no immediate explanation for what might have prompted the attack in Oxford, a small town about 40 miles (65 kilometres) north of Detroit.

"There was no resistance during the arrest and the suspect has asked for a lawyer and has not made any statements as to a motive," the sheriff's office said.

"It's a very tragic situation," Undersheriff Michael McCabe told reporters.

"We have three deceased victims right now, who are all believed to be students," he said.

"We have lots of upset parents," he said.

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McCabe said police received more than 100 911 emergency calls shortly after noon, and that the shooter unleashed 15-20 shots over about five minutes.

The suspect was taken into custody within five minutes of the first 911 call, he said.
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'State of shock'

President Joe Biden was informed of the shooting during a visit to Minnesota.

"My heart goes out to the families enduring the unimaginable grief of losing a loved one," he said.

"That whole community has to be just in a state of shock right now."

McCabe said police had been in contact with the suspect's parents and had searched their home.

The suspect had been in class today and appeared to carry out the attack alone.

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It was unclear if victims had been specifically targeted or were randomly shot, McCabe said.

"He's not talking to us at this time," he told reporters.

McCabe said police were combing the scene at the school, which has about 1,800 students and will want to interview anyone who might have information on the suspect.

"I think this is every parent's worst nightmare," Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer said at the same press briefing.

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'Uniquely American problem'

It was the deadliest school shooting so far this year, according to Everytown For Gun Safety, a group that keeps statistics of mass shootings and lobbies for gun control.

Before Tuesday's incident, there had been 138 shootings in schools across the United States in 2021, according to figures provided by Everytown.&nbsp;

In those incidents, 26 resulted in fatalities, though no more than two each time.

Asked about the plague of mass shootings in the country, Whitmer replied: "This is a uniquely American problem that we need to address."

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The deadliest school shootings in US history were the April 2007 attack at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia, which saw 33 killed, including the shooter, followed by the December 2012 attack on the Sandy Hook elementary school in Newtown, Connecticut, which left 28 dead, including 20 children and the shooter.

In February 2018, a man with an AR-15 assault rifle opened fire in his former high school in Parkland, Florida, killing 17, in the deadliest-ever high school shooting.

Shannon Watts, the founder of the group Moms Demand Action, called for more action to control firearms, saying there are 400 million guns owned by civilians across the country.

"If more guns made us safer, we'd be the safest nation in the world," Watts wrote on Twitter.

A 15-year-old student opened fire at his Michigan high school on Tuesday, killing three teenagers and wounding eight other people before surrendering to police, authorities said, in what was the deadliest US school shooting so far this year.

A 15-year-old student opened fire at his Michigan high school on Tuesday, killing three teenagers and wounding eight other people before surrendering to police, authorities said, in what was the deadliest US school shooting so far this year. Eight others, including one teacher, were wounded in the attack, which took place shortly after noon while classes were in session at Oxford High School, the Oakland County Sheriff's Office said. The sheriff's office said the dead were a 16-year-old male, a 14-year-old female, and a 17-year-old female. Of the wounded, six were in stable condition and two were undergoing surgery. Also read | Texas lawmakers move to drop most handgun licensing requirements The suspect was taken into custody and a semi-automatic handgun was seized, but there was no immediate explanation for what might have prompted the attack in Oxford, a small town about 40 miles (65 kilometres) north of Detroit. "There was no resistance during the arrest and the suspect has asked for a lawyer and has not made any statements as to a motive," the sheriff's office said. "It's a very tragic situation," Undersheriff Michael McCabe told reporters. "We have three deceased victims right now, who are all believed to be students," he said. "We have lots of upset parents," he said. Watch | Gravitas US Edition: Gun Terror in America: A WION Ground Report McCabe said police received more than 100 911 emergency calls shortly after noon, and that the shooter unleashed 15-20 shots over about five minutes. The suspect was taken into custody within five minutes of the first 911 call, he said. 'State of shock' President Joe Biden was informed of the shooting during a visit to Minnesota. "My heart goes out to the families enduring the unimaginable grief of losing a loved one," he said. "That whole community has to be just in a state of shock right now." McCabe said police had been in contact with the suspect's parents and had searched their home. The suspect had been in class today and appeared to carry out the attack alone. Also read | US judge overturns California assault weapons ban It was unclear if victims had been specifically targeted or were randomly shot, McCabe said. "He's not talking to us at this time," he told reporters. McCabe said police were combing the scene at the school, which has about 1,800 students and will want to interview anyone who might have information on the suspect. "I think this is every parent's worst nightmare," Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer said at the same press briefing. Watch | Michigan school shooting: 15- year-old student kills three and injures eight 'Uniquely American problem' It was the deadliest school shooting so far this year, according to Everytown For Gun Safety, a group that keeps statistics of mass shootings and lobbies for gun control. Before Tuesday's incident, there had been 138 shootings in schools across the United States in 2021, according to figures provided by Everytown. In those incidents, 26 resulted in fatalities, though no more than two each time. Asked about the plague of mass shootings in the country, Whitmer replied: "This is a uniquely American problem that we need to address." Also read | What recent mass shootings in US tell us about the Second Amendment The deadliest school shootings in US history were the April 2007 attack at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia, which saw 33 killed, including the shooter, followed by the December 2012 attack on the Sandy Hook elementary school in Newtown, Connecticut, which left 28 dead, including 20 children and the shooter. In February 2018, a man with an AR-15 assault rifle opened fire in his former high school in Parkland, Florida, killing 17, in the deadliest-ever high school shooting. Shannon Watts, the founder of the group Moms Demand Action, called for more action to control firearms, saying there are 400 million guns owned by civilians across the country. "If more guns made us safer, we'd be the safest nation in the world," Watts wrote on Twitter.

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