At least 3 killed in St. Louis school shooting – One America News Network

October 24, 2022 Sophia Flores US 0

Law enforcement investigate the scene of a shooting at Central Visual and Performing Arts High School Monday, Oct. 24, 2022, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

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UPDATED 12:26 PM PT – Monday, October 24, 2022

A high school shooting in Missouri has left at least three people, including the alleged gunman, dead.

The deadly incident occurred on Monday morning at the Central Visual and Performing Arts High School in St. Louis. A man armed with a long gun entered the school and opened fire.

Our department responded to an active shooting incident this morning at Central VP School. A suspect was taken into custody.

WE ARE ASKING THE PUBLIC TO PLEASE AVOID THE AREA OF S. KINGSHIGHWAY FROM SOUTHWEST TO ARSENAL UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. THIS INVESTIGATION IS ONGOING.

— St. Louis, MO Police (@SLMPD) October 24, 2022

Police announced that they responded to an “active shooting incident.” When they arrived, students and staff were fleeing the scene. Officers engaged in an exchange of fire which eventually killed the gunman.

Reportedly, the shooter killed a teenage girl and another woman. Eight others who were shot were taken to the hospital.

Police have not yet clarified the relationship of the gunman to the school.

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