News Summary
In a heartbreaking incident, a 16-year-old student was shot and killed near Ben Lomond High School in Ogden. The shooting occurred just after school hours, leading to a swift police investigation and community mourning. Despite immediate help from school staff, the student succumbed to injuries. Police are seeking information regarding the incident, as no suspects have been apprehended. Local schools enacted safety protocols, while counselors are available for students impacted by the tragedy. Authorities assure the community of their commitment to uncovering the facts surrounding this devastating event.
Ogden, Utah – A 16-year-old boy was shot and killed near Ben Lomond High School on Tuesday afternoon, prompting an extensive police investigation and community grief. The shooting took place around 2:50 p.m. near the intersection of 5th Street and Gramercy Avenue, just minutes after students had been released for the day at 2:35 p.m.
The victim, a student at Ben Lomond High School, sought immediate help on campus following the shooting. School staff, alongside a school resource officer, rushed to perform life-saving measures; however, the teenager succumbed to his injuries shortly after.
Authorities have not yet apprehended any suspects in connection with the shooting, and the Ogden Police Department is actively pursuing leads. They are urging anyone with information or relevant doorbell camera footage to step forward, as the investigation progresses.
In response to the incident, schools in the vicinity acted swiftly. Highland Junior High and East Ridge Elementary briefly entered a “secure” status as a preventative measure, which was lifted shortly before 3:10 p.m. Students were allowed to leave under police supervision. Following these events, counselors will be available at Ben Lomond High School to offer emotional support to impacted students and staff.
Principal Velden Wardle expressed profound sadness regarding the student’s death and emphasized the community’s respect for the grieving family while highlighting the ongoing police investigation into the shooting. Captain Tim Scott of the Ogden Police Department also clarified that this shooting was not related to a hoax bomb threat that had previously affected the school on October 2. That earlier threat led to a lockdown but was later confirmed to be non-threatening.
The bomb threat investigation resulted in the detention of a minor from Washington State, but further details have not been released, citing the suspect’s age. This link has fueled speculation among community members, though police have reassured the public that the two incidents are unrelated.
Residents in the area have expressed shock and sadness over what they describe as a tragic event that has shaken the close-knit community. Many neighbors commented on the impact of the incident, highlighting the safety and security challenges faced by residents in the wake of such violence.
The Ogden Police continue to work diligently to uncover the details surrounding the shooting, seeking to provide answers to an anxious community reeling from the loss of a young life. As the investigation unfolds, authorities and community leaders stress the importance of collective vigilance and support during this distressing time.
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