Two people critical in hospital as officials in Bend say 16-year-old suspect shot dead by bystander

A 16-year-old shooter opened fire at an elementary school in Bend, Oregon, on Thursday, killing three children and a teacher before he was shot dead by a community member, authorities said at an evening news conference.

The dead children at Silver Rail elementary school were aged five, eight and 11, officials said.

A seven-year-old and a 54-year-old were also hospitalized with critical injuries, according to police.

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    4 days ago

    I never said get rid of all guns, I own 6 of them myself. But there is a wide gap between “free gun with every candybar, no limitations” and “ban all guns”.

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      4 days ago

      Oh good so you do agree with me, there should be more good guys with guns than bad guys. Great, keep up the good work and F the NRA.

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        4 days ago

        Well, glad to know you’re a master of subtly, nuance, and logic. Great productive conversation we’ve had.

        (I hope that sarcasm was thick enough)