Madison, Wisconsin: A tragic shooting unfolded Monday morning at Abundant Life Christian School, leaving two dead and six others injured. The victims include a beloved teacher and a teenage student, according to Madison police.
The suspect, identified as a fellow student, also lost their life during the incident. Police confirmed the suspect used a handgun, but the motive remains unclear.
Initial reports suggested a higher death toll, but authorities later clarified the numbers. Of the six injured students, two are in critical condition and facing life-threatening injuries, while four others sustained non-life-threatening wounds, Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes shared during a press briefing.
Officers responded to an active shooter report at 10:57 a.m. Upon arrival, they found the suspect deceased. No officers discharged their weapons during the response, Barnes confirmed.
The shooting was contained to a single area within the school, though it remains unclear whether the incident occurred in a classroom or a hallway.
This devastating event has rocked the Madison community, with families, staff, and students reeling from the loss. As investigations continue, authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.
