A tragic shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, has left three people dead, including a suspected juvenile shooter, and six others injured, according to the Madison Police Department.
Officers responded to an active shooter call at the K-12 private school at 10:57 a.m. and discovered multiple victims with gunshot wounds. Police Chief Shon Barnes confirmed that the suspected shooter, who was found among the deceased, is believed to have been a student at the school.
“Today is a sad, sad day,” Barnes said during a press briefing. “Not just for Madison, but for our entire country.”
Seven injured individuals were transported to local hospitals after receiving lifesaving treatment at the scene. Authorities have not yet clarified how many of the injured are students or staff members. Police described the severity of injuries as ranging from minor to life-threatening.
Law enforcement continues to investigate the incident, and no officers discharged weapons during their response. FBI Milwaukee is assisting local authorities on-site, while Buckeye Road, the street leading to the school, remains blocked off as police collect evidence. A public safety alert was issued around 11:20 a.m., urging the public to avoid the area.
Parents gathered at a designated reunification site nearby as they awaited news of their children. A local resident reported hearing gunfire, adding to the chaos of the morning.
The private Christian school, founded in 1978, serves approximately 335 students from kindergarten through 12th grade. It is part of the Impact Christian Schools network and prides itself on small class sizes and a respectful learning environment.
The White House confirmed that President Joe Biden has been briefed on the shooting. Senior officials remain in communication with local authorities, offering federal support as needed.
Abundant Life Christian School released a brief statement on social media requesting prayers for its community during this difficult time: “Prayers Requested! Today, we had an active shooter incident at ALCS. We are in the midst of following up. We will share information as we are able. Please pray for our Challenger Family.”
The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities are expected to provide updates as more details emerge.
