Crime
One student killed in Apalachee High School shooting identified as Mason Schermerhorn
The suspect, a 14-year-old student named Colt Gray, has been identified and will face murder charges.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has confirmed that four people were killed in the shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia.
Two of the victims were students, while the other two were teachers.
One of the victims of the shooting at Apalachee High School has been identified as Mason Schermerhorn. It is believed that Schermerhorn, who was autistic, wandered away from the school after students were dismissed.
The suspect, a 14-year-old student named Colt Gray, has been identified and will face murder charges.
Barrow County Sheriff Jud Smith has stated that there is no known connection between the suspected shooter and the victims of the Apalachee High School shooting.
During a press conference on Wednesday, Smith responded to a reporter’s question about a possible prior connection, stating that he was unaware of any such link.
Law enforcement officials have previously confirmed that the suspected shooter is a student at Apalachee High School.
Chris Hosey, the director of the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, emphasized that the investigation includes a thorough examination of the individual’s background and their relationship with the school.
The Barrow County Sheriff’s Office received reports of an active shooter at the school around 9:30 a.m. ET on Wednesday. Authorities are currently assisting students in reuniting with their families.
Sheriff Jud Smith described the incident as an act of evil and stated that the investigation is ongoing. He declined to provide further details about the victims.
Apalachee High School, which serves nearly 1,900 students in grades 9-12, had received a phone threat earlier that morning.
The threat warned of shootings at five schools, with Apalachee being the first target.
The origin of the call remains unknown, and authorities are investigating the matter.
Video Reveals the Gun Used in the Apalachee High School Shooting. A student recounted their harrowing experience during the school shooting, describing how they witnessed an automatic weapon lying on the floor in the hallway as they were exiting the building.
A special education math teacher, David Phenix, has been identified as the first victim of the tragic shooting at Apalachee High School.
Phenix survived the attack but sustained gunshot wounds to the hip and foot, resulting in a shattered hip bone. He was immediately transported to the hospital for emergency surgery.
DES MOINES, Iowa — The Des Moines Police Department is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Thursday afternoon on the city’s north side following a reported stabbing.
Officers were dispatched shortly before 4 p.m. to the 1900 block of Carpenter Avenue after receiving a report that a security officer had been stabbed at 1914 Carpenter Ave., according to a department news release.
The address is home to the Polk County Life Services Center and Broadlawns Behavioral Health Urgent Care.
Upon arrival, officers encountered an individual believed to be responsible for the stabbing.
During that encounter, at least one officer discharged their firearm, striking the suspect.
Authorities have not yet released specific details regarding what led to the use of force.
Emergency medical personnel responded to the scene and transported both the injured security officer and the suspect to local hospitals.
Police stated that both individuals are currently listed in critical condition.
It remains unclear whether any officers were injured during the incident.
Officials emphasized that the information released thus far is preliminary and subject to change as the investigation progresses.
The area surrounding Carpenter Avenue is expected to have an increased police presence while investigators process the scene and gather evidence.
The investigation remains active and ongoing.