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Politics · October 15, 2026

Active shooter report at Oregon elementary school draws large police response

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On Thursday, October 15, 2026, an active shooter incident occurred at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon. Police received the first report at 12:59 p.m. regarding a shot fired into a car outside the school, followed by reports of gunfire inside the building. Officers arrived at 1:02 p.m., and the suspect was down shortly thereafter. Multiple people, including children, were injured, with at least two individuals transported to St. Charles hospital. The suspect was killed inside the school, though authorities have not yet confirmed if the shooter was killed by law enforcement or an armed bystander. The FBI is assisting local authorities in the investigation.

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  • The shooting occurred at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon.
  • The incident began around 12:59 p.m. with a shot fired into a car, followed by calls from inside the school.
  • Multiple people, including children, were injured.
  • At least two victims were transported to a hospital.
  • The suspect was killed inside the school shortly after police arrived.
  • A local church was used as a reunification site for families.
  • The FBI is assisting local law enforcement.

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