Oregon school shooter confronted and took down bystander comes forward as hero, family says
Bystander identifies himself
Kaylub Giamanco has come forward as the person who intervened during the shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon. He has lived in Bend throughout his life, and his two daughters attend the school.
A statement from his family on Friday said he wanted to thank first responders, school staff and the community for their support. Giamanco and his family requested privacy and said he would not speak to reporters.
Police describe school attack
The report identifies the attacker as John Griffin, citing two law enforcement sources briefed on the investigation. Sources said Griffin used a shotgun his mother had purchased.
Suspect's school ties unclear
Griffin was from Bend, but police have not said whether he had any connection to the school. The article does not provide further details about the investigation. Mr. Trump praised the bystander's actions, saying the outcome could have been much worse without him. He also thanked the man for having a gun and knowing how to use it.
Key points
- Kaylub Giamanco identified himself as the bystander who stopped the gunman.
- His two daughters attend Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon.
- Police said Giamanco pursued and killed the attacker after the man fired at locked doors.
- Law enforcement sources identified the attacker as John Griffin and said he used a shotgun bought by his mother.