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Monday, December 16, 2024
US police say multiple people injured at a Wisconsin school shooting
Add ToI as a Preferred Source on GoogleMultiple injuries have been reported in a shooting at a Christian school in Wisconsin, police say.
The shooting occurred at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, the state capital, police say.
“This remains an active and ongoing investigation,” Madison police say in a statement. “More information will be released as it is available. We currently need people to avoid the area.”
Police have blocked off roads around the school.
Agents from the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives have responded to the scene to assist local law enforcement.
“We are praying for the kids, educators, and entire Abundant Life school community as we await more information and are grateful for the first responders who are working quickly to respond,” Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers says in a statement.
Abundant Life Christian School is nondenominational and has about 390 students, from kindergarten through high school, according to its website.
BREAKING: At least 5 people shot at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin – local media pic.twitter.com/lgPnWWQnxP
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