Highlights
- Shooting reported at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, WI.
- Five dead, including the juvenile shooter, and 10 others injured.
- Police responded shortly before 11:00 a.m.; roads remain blocked for investigation.
- Students and parents reunified at a nearby clinic on Stoughton Road.
- Emergency vehicles transported injured victims to local hospitals.
MADISON, WI – A tragic shooting unfolded at Abundant Life Christian School on Monday morning, claiming the lives of five individuals, including the suspected shooter, and leaving 10 others injured.
The Madison Police Department responded to the scene shortly before 11:00 a.m. and found multiple victims. Among the deceased was the suspected shooter, a juvenile student at the school, who reportedly died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Authorities have urged the public to avoid the area surrounding the school, located on E. Buckeye Road near Stoughton Road. Roads have been blocked off as the investigation continues.
Victims and Emergency Response
Law enforcement has not yet provided details on the identities or ages of the victims. Emergency vehicles transported the injured to local hospitals, and officials are working to reunite students with their families at a nearby clinic.
Abundant Life Christian School issued a statement requesting prayers for their “Challenger Family” and pledged to provide updates as they become available.
Community Reactions and Official Statements
Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson extended condolences on social media, writing, “My sincere prayers for the victims of the tragedy at Abundant Life Christian School.” Local radio host Daniel O’Donnell reported that Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes confirmed the shooter was a juvenile who opened fire shortly before 11:00 a.m.
Abundant Life Christian School Shooting Investigation
Police Chief Shon Barnes described the incident as “active and ongoing” and promised additional updates later in the day. The juvenile suspect’s motives remain unclear, and investigators are working to gather more information about the tragic event.
Authorities and community leaders continue to urge prayers and support for those affected by this devastating shooting at Abundant Life Christian School.
