A deadly shooting at an elementary school in Bend, Oregon has left four people dead, including three young children, according to reports.
The incident occurred at the ‘Silver Rail’ elementary school around 1 pm. A suspect first opened fire at a car parked outside the school campus, prompting police to rush to the spot and cordon off the area.
Before officers could secure the scene, the attacker allegedly fired repeatedly toward the school. Four victims died at the location, and some others were reported injured.
Police shot and killed the suspected gunman. Authorities have launched an intensive investigation into the incident.
The deaths of schoolchildren in the attack have triggered shock and grief across the United States, amid recurring reports of shootings at educational institutions and public places.
