An armed boy was shot and killed outside Mount Horeb Middle School in Wisconsin on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. The incident took place around midday and resulted in a lockdown of local schools. No students or school staff were injured during the incident.
According to reports from various sources, including the Associated Press and CNN, police responded to reports of someone with a weapon outside the school. Upon arrival, officers encountered an armed boy who was subsequently shot and killed by law enforcement.
The Mount Horeb Area School District serves approximately 2,500 students across five schools. The village of Mount Horeb is located about 23 miles west of Madison, Wisconsin's capital city. Governor Tony Evers and Attorney General Josh Kaul were briefed on the situation and expressed their concern for those affected.
The student involved in the incident has not been identified, but authorities have confirmed that he was a juvenile male. The investigation into the shooting is ongoing, with no further information being released at this time.
In response to the incident, schools were canceled on Thursday to allow access to mental health resources and other services for students and staff. A community gathering was also scheduled for Thursday afternoon at the High School Commons in Mount Horeb.
This tragic event serves as a reminder of the importance of addressing mental health concerns and providing support for those affected by traumatic incidents. It is crucial that we come together as a community to provide resources and assistance during these challenging times.
