Multiple people shot at Denver-area high school
The article reports a shooting incident at Evergreen High School near Denver, colorado, where at least two students were shot and are currently being transported to the hospital. The jefferson County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the shooting and stated that the school has been placed on lockdown. Governor Jared Polis is closely monitoring the evolving situation, with state troopers supporting local law enforcement. Political figures, including senator john Hickenlooper and Representative Brittany Pettersen, have expressed concern and are following updates. The status of the shooter remains unclear. The article also briefly mentions a separate shooting incident involving conservative commentator Charlie Kirk at a university event in Utah.
Multiple people shot at Denver-area high school
At least two students were shot at Evergreen High School near Denver.
The local Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the news in a post on X.
“JCSO confirming a shooting at Evergreen High School. At least two students have been shot and are enroute to the hospital. Media staging at Evergreen Lake. Stay tuned for more,” the office wrote on X.
The school is 28 miles southwest of Denver and has been placed on lockdown.
Gov. Jared Polis (D-CO) said the situation is still evolving.
“I am closely monitoring the situation at Evergreen High School, and am getting live updates. State Troopers are supporting local law enforcement in responding to this situation. Students should be able to attend school safely and without fear across our state and nation. We are all praying for the victims and the entire community,” he said in a statement.
Sen. John Hickenlooper (D-CO) said his office is closely monitoring the situation. Rep. Brittany Pettersen (D-CO) said she is “shocked & heartbroken” to hear about an “active assailant” at the school.
CHARLIE KIRK SHOT AT UTAH VALLEY UNIVERSITY EVENT
The status of the shooter is unclear.
Earlier in the afternoon, conservative commentator Charlie Kirk was shot at a university event in Utah.
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