Evergreen High School Shooting Leaves Suspect Dead, Two Students Injured — Community Reels from Latest Campus Violence.
A shooting at Evergreen High School left a suspected gunman dead and two students injured, sending shockwaves through the community and prompting renewed concerns about campus safety.
Authorities responded to reports of gunfire on campus shortly after classes began. Law enforcement officials said the suspect was confronted within minutes and later pronounced dead at the scene. The two injured students were transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. Officials described their injuries as non-life-threatening, and both are expected to recover.
Students and staff were placed on lockdown as officers secured the building and conducted a thorough search. Parents gathered outside the school, anxiously awaiting reunification with their children.
By early afternoon, officials confirmed that there was no ongoing threat to the public.
In a brief press conference, the school district superintendent expressed gratitude for the swift response of law enforcement and first responders. “Our priority is the safety and well-being of our students and staff,” the superintendent said. “We are focused on supporting those affected and ensuring our school community has access to counseling and resources.”
Investigators are working to determine a motive and whether the suspect had any connection to the school. Authorities have not yet released the names of those involved, pending notification of families.
The incident has reignited conversations about school safety measures, including security protocols and mental health resources. Community leaders urged unity and resilience in the days ahead.
Classes at Evergreen High School will be canceled for the remainder of the week as officials assess security procedures and provide counseling services. A community vigil is being planned to support the injured students and reflect on the broader impact of school violence.
