Oregon school shooting kills 4, shooter dead
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A shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, on Oct. 15, 2026 left four people dead and several injured. The 16‑year‑old suspect was shot dead inside the school, possibly by a bystander.
A shooting occurred at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026.11,10,9 The shooter was a 16‑year‑old suspect who opened fire at the school.10 The shooter was shot dead inside the school, possibly by a bystander.10,5,3,2,1
At least three children and one adult were killed in the shooting.11,10,6 Multiple people were injured, including children.1 Police spokesperson Sheila Miller said first responders arrived quickly after shots were fired.5,1
FBI officers were on the scene in Portland to assist local authorities.4 The school district superintendent Steven Cook called the incident a senseless tragedy.8 The identity of the shooter remains unknown.5,3,2,1
The total number of deaths is disputed, with some reports stating five people died and others reporting four deaths (three children and one adult).11,10,6,7
“stunned and heartbroken by this senseless tragedy”
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