Shooting reported at Taft, Calif., high school

Jan. 10, 2013
One victim reportedly taken to hospital; a second declines medical treatment.

From The Associated Press: A 16-year-old student armed with a shotgun walked into a Taft, Calif., high school, shot one student and fired at others and missed before a teacher and another staff member talked him into surrendering. The teen victim was in critical but stable condition, and the suspect was in custody. The suspect used a weapon that belonged to his brother and allegedly planned to shoot two fellow students. Police say the suspect alleges the two students he targeted had bullied him for more than a year.

About the Author

Mike Kennedy Blogger | Writer

Mike Kennedy has written for AS&U since 1999.

Sponsored Recommendations

Latest from Schoolhouse Beat

Sponsored