US High School Teen Gunman Shoots at School...3 Dead, 8 Injured (Summary)

At Oxford High School in Michigan, USA, on the 30th of last month (local time), a 15-year-old high school student opened fire, killing 3 and injuring 8.
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[Asia Economy Reporter Park Byung-hee] On the 30th of last month (local time), a 15-year-old student opened fire at a high school in Michigan, USA, resulting in the deaths of three students and injuries to eight others.

According to the Associated Press, the incident occurred around 1 p.m. at Oxford High School in Michigan. A 14-year-old female student, a 17-year-old female student, and a 16-year-old male student died. Among the eight injured, two have undergone surgery, and the condition of the remaining six is reported to be relatively stable.

The suspect is reported to have fired 15 to 20 rounds at the scene.

Police who responded to the report apprehended the suspect at the scene and confiscated a semi-automatic handgun used in the crime.

The specific motive for the crime has not yet been revealed, and investigators are examining how the suspect brought the gun to the school.

Before the incident, rumors of a gun threat at the school circulated on social media (SNS). Additionally, earlier this month, someone threw a deer head from the rooftop onto the playground and painted the school windows and floors with red paint, prompting the school to conduct an investigation.

Authorities have stated that these earlier incidents are unrelated to the recent shooting.

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer expressed condolences to the victims, saying, "Now is the time for us to come together and help ensure that children feel safe at school."

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