Crime
Heavy Police Presence at Salina South High School Following Reports of Threat
Salina, Kansas — A significant law enforcement response was reported Monday morning at Salina South High School, located at 730 E. Magnolia Road, following initial reports of a possible active shooter.
As of 10:00 a.m., the school remained on lockdown while officers thoroughly cleared and secured the scene.
Salina Police have since confirmed that the situation has been contained and the scene has been cleared.
Fortunately, there have been no reports of injuries or victims related to the incident.
Early, unconfirmed reports indicated the possible involvement of a firearm, prompting an immediate and coordinated response from multiple law enforcement agencies.
The Salina Police Department confirmed a strong police presence at the school but did not initially verify whether an active threat existed.
They later confirmed that an individual has been apprehended in connection with the incident, though further details have not yet been released.
The school district, USD 305, is expected to issue an official statement providing more information as it becomes available.
Law enforcement and school officials are urging the public to avoid speculation until confirmed details are provided.
Anyone with information related to the incident is encouraged to contact the Salina Police Department.
Salina South High School remains under heightened security as a precaution while authorities continue their investigation.
Crime
Two Children Killed, Two Others Critically Injured in Angleton-Area Shooting, Mother in Custody
ANGLETON, Texas — Authorities are investigating a tragic shooting in Brazoria County that left two children dead and two others critically injured early Saturday morning.
According to the Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO), deputies were dispatched around 5:00 a.m. after a distressed woman called 911, reporting that her son had attempted to kill her and that multiple children were in the vehicle with her.
Deputies located the woman and the children at a gas station on State Highway 288B near FM 521.
Investigators believe the shooting occurred elsewhere, and multiple agencies are now working to determine the exact location of the incident.
Upon arrival, deputies found four children suffering from gunshot wounds. A 13-year-old and a 4-year-old were pronounced dead at the scene.
An 8-year-old and a 9-year-old were airlifted to a nearby trauma hospital in critical condition.
Authorities later confirmed both surviving children are expected to recover.
Initial reports indicate that all individuals involved have been accounted for, and there is no ongoing threat to the community.
A female adult—believed to be the children’s mother—has been taken into custody.
While investigators initially received conflicting information suggesting one of the children may have been responsible, authorities now believe the adult female was the shooter.
In a statement, the Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office said:
“All individuals believed to be involved have been detained, and there is no ongoing threat to the community. While the details are still developing, the loss of two children in such a manner is a tragedy. Our thoughts are with the family and everyone affected as we continue to learn more about this heartbreaking situation.”
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office confirmed it is assisting Brazoria County investigators at a related residence in Montgomery County, believed to be connected to the ongoing investigation.
Authorities have not yet released the names of the victims or the suspect pending notification of next of kin.
The investigation remains active.