Wisconsin: Christian school shooting leaves at least three dead, nine injured
Authorities said the suspect, a juvenile who used a handgun, is dead and is believed to have been a student.
Police in Madison, Wisconsin reported that they are investigating a shooting that occurred at Abundant Life Christian School.The shooting left at least three dead and nine injured. Authorities said the suspect, a juvenile who used a handgun, is dead and is believed to have been a student.
"At this time, three people are deceased. During the media briefing earlier this afternoon, it was erroneously shared 5 were deceased," police wrote on Facebook as they expanded on the incident.
Police said they received a call about an active shooter around 10:57 a.m. local time and began an investigation.
Similarly, authorities indicated that roads will be closed along 4900 Buckeye Road while police are on the scene and asked drivers to seek other alternatives.
Meanwhile, the governor, Tony Evers, maintained that he is closely monitoring the situation:
"I am closely monitoring the incident at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison. 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," Evers tweeted.
">I am closely monitoring the incident at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison. 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.
— Governor Tony Evers (@GovEvers) December 16, 2024