Sources: Several killed in Bend, Oregon, elementary school shooting; suspect shot dead
Police describe the first calls
Bend Police communications manager Sheila Miller said police received a call just before 1 p.m. local time about a man shooting into a car. About a minute later, multiple 911 calls reported that the person had entered the school and started shooting, police said in a statement.
Multiple law enforcement sources told CBS News that at least four people were killed. The suspect was shot and killed. The circumstances of the shooting were not detailed further.
Agencies respond
FBI Director Kash Patel said the agency’s local office was at the scene and assisting local law enforcement. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives was also there to help local authorities, including Oregon State Police, a law enforcement source said.
School community responds
Bend-La Pine Schools Superintendent Steven Cook said the community was stunned and heartbroken. He offered sympathy to families and others affected by the violence.
Key points
- At least four people were killed at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, sources told CBS News.
- The suspect was shot and killed.
- Police received a call about gunfire into a car shortly before reports of shooting inside the school.
- Miller said children were among the victims, but it was unclear whether they were among those killed.