Crime
16-year-old Mason Caballero killed after shooting near Ben Lomond High School in Ogden
OGDEN, Utah — A 16-year-old student, identified as Mason Caballero, has died following a shooting that occurred Tuesday afternoon near Ben Lomond High School in Ogden.
According to the Ogden Police Department and Ogden School District, the shooting took place in the area of 5th Street and Gramercy Avenue at approximately 2:45 p.m.
After being shot, the victim made his way to Ben Lomond High School seeking help.
At the time of the incident, students had already been dismissed for the day at 2:35 p.m. The shooting did not occur on school property.
Upon arrival at the campus, the school’s resource officer and staff members immediately rendered first aid to Caballero until emergency medical responders arrived.
He was transported to a nearby hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
In a statement released Tuesday evening, Ben Lomond High School Principal Velden Wardle confirmed the student’s death:
“We are deeply saddened to confirm that the student has passed away as a result of their injuries. Out of respect for the student’s family and because this remains an active police investigation, we are unable to release additional details at this time.”
The Ogden School District emphasized that this tragedy is not connected to the recent hoax bomb threat that occurred at the school the previous week.
All extracurricular activities at Ben Lomond High were canceled for the day.
Nearby schools also took precautionary measures during the police response. Highland Junior High School initiated a “secure” protocol—locking all exterior doors and keeping students indoors—until police confirmed there was no active threat.
Students were released under the supervision of law enforcement around 3:10 p.m. East Ridge Elementary School, which had dismissed students at 2:30 p.m., also enacted a brief secure status as a precaution for staff and students still in the building.
In a joint message to families, Principal Wardle and Superintendent Luke Rasmussen offered condolences to the victim’s loved ones and the broader school community:
“Our hearts are with the student’s family, friends, classmates, and all who are grieving this devastating loss. We mourn together as a school community. Law enforcement has verified that there was never an active threat to students or staff on our campus. Ben Lomond High School remains a safe and supportive place for all students.”
The district announced that grief counselors and trained support staff will be available at Ben Lomond High School throughout the week to assist students and staff in coping with the tragedy.
The Ogden Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting. No arrests or suspect information have been released at this time.
Officials urge anyone with information about the shooting to contact Ogden Police as the investigation remains active and ongoing.
MONROE, La. — The Monroe Police Department has launched an investigation into a tragic triple homicide that occurred in the early morning hours of October 28 in the 2000 block of Grammont Street.
Authorities confirmed that the victims have been identified as 26-year-old Jaborris Simpson, his 2-year-old daughter, Jhersi Simpson, and another adult male, Jamal Bosley.
All three were found deceased at the scene, each suffering from gunshot wounds to the head.
During a press conference held later that day, Monroe Police officials stated that narcotics are believed to have been a contributing factor in the crime.
Investigators also confirmed that the suspect and victims were known to one another, suggesting the incident was not a random act of violence.
Monroe Mayor Friday Ellis and law enforcement leaders expressed their condolences to the victims’ families and the community, calling the deaths—particularly that of the young child—heartbreaking and deeply disturbing.
Mayor Ellis also announced a $5,000 reward for any information that leads to an arrest in the case.
“This is a tragedy that has shaken our city,” Ellis said. “We are asking the public to stand with us, share any information they may have, and help bring justice to this family.”
The Monroe Police Department continues to actively investigate the case, with detectives reviewing evidence and interviewing potential witnesses.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact the Monroe Police Department or Crime Stoppers of North Delta.
Callers may remain anonymous and could be eligible for the $5,000 reward.