In brief
The 16‑year‑old attacker forced his way into Silver Rail Elementary in Bend, Oregon, shooting at locked doors before killing three children and a teacher. The suspect was shot dead moments later by a community member who pursued him into the school. Police confirmed the attacker's death by 1:02 p.m., and the investigation into his motives remains ongoing. School officials described the incident as a heartbreaking tragedy that has reignited debate over gun safety and school security.
4 were killed when a 16‑year‑old gunman entered Silver Rail Elementary in Bend, Oregon.
The teen forced his way past locked doors, shooting inside the school, killing three children aged 5, 8 and 11 and a 54‑year‑old teacher. He was then shot dead by a local resident who pursued him through the building.
Bend Police Chief Mike Krantz said the attacker was “alive” when a community member saw him enter the school and immediately confronted him.
Police arrived at 12:59 p.m. after reports of shots fired at a vehicle near the school. The attacker was confirmed dead by 1:02 p.m., officials said.
School Superintendent Steven Cook described the tragedy as “stunning and heart‑broken.” The investigation into the teen’s motives and any links to the school remains ongoing.
