This is just awful.
On Wednesday, it was reported that a shooting took place at Freeman High School in Spokane County, WA. In response to the violence, other schools in the area have gone into complete lockdown mode as a precautionary measure.
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It’s said that police and the fire department are on the scene at Freeman High School. A local sheriff’s office has confirmed the shooting as they released the following on Twitter:
Our thoughts are with the students, staff, and families impacted by today’s shooting at Freeman High School in Spokane. https://t.co/Mkbk7Frvq7
— PullmanPolice (@PullmanPolice) September 13, 2017
Some students have reportedly been evacuated with eager parents gathering near the school for more information. Law enforcement radio channels currently have this automated message playing:
“Freeman High School. Gunshots or stabbing. Stand back.”
Per reports, five ambulances and a helicopter have been called to the scene. According to Fox News (below), there are reported injuries and a suspect is being detained by officials.
BREAKING NEWS: Reports of shots fired at Freeman High School south of Spokane, Washington. pic.twitter.com/F64vXXdxpc
— Fox News (@FoxNews) September 13, 2017
Anywhere between three and six people may’ve been injured. Sadly, there has been one fatality. Spokane Fire Chief Brian Schaeffer shared with the press:
“The threat from the shooter has been eliminated.”
He did confirm that one person was killed at the school. The deceased victim is allegedly a student at Freeman High.
The Spokane Sheriff’s Office also noted online:
#Frreman School Shooting-MiddleSchool & Elementary on lock down. Multiple DeputiesOfficers/Medical @ scene. Safety of students #1 PRIORITY
— SpokaneSheriffOffice (@SpokaneSheriff) September 13, 2017
#Freeman LE going room 2 room, floor by floor. We understand parents are extremely concerned. We will provide info ASAP, please avoid area.
— SpokaneSheriffOffice (@SpokaneSheriff) September 13, 2017
Parents of #Freeman HS Students can respond Bus entrance gate of Hwy 27, #WSP will guide you in from there.
— SpokaneSheriffOffice (@SpokaneSheriff) September 13, 2017
Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this bout of violence.
[Image via Twitter.]
