UPDATED SEPT. 11
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Three students were injured Wednesday afternoon after a shooting incident at Evergreen High School in Jefferson County, according to a report by the Denver Post.
Fox 31 News Denver reported that an additional fourth student was taken to the hospital–the student was not harmed in the shooting but sustained injuries while fleeing the scene.
Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Jacki Kelley said that officers responded to the scene at Evergreen after a 911 caller reported the incident at 12:24 p.m.
The Jefferson County Commissioners released a press statement on the county website at 4:19 p.m.
“We are heartbroken at the news of yet another shooting in our community this afternoon. Just before 1 p.m. shots were fired at Evergreen High School and three minors were transported to the hospital,” the briefing reads. “One of those minors has been confirmed as the shooter and all three are in critical condition. We are so grateful to our first responders and their immediate action to ensure the safety of our students.”
A reunification site for students and their families was opened at the site of the former Bergen Meadow Elementary School in Evergreen (1928 S Hiwan Dr). Flatirons Community Church will also hold a vigil at their west campus in Golden (24887 Genesee Trail Rd) 7:00 p.m. Wednesday night.
Mental health resources are available for support through multiple organizations at this time. Please call 911 if you or someone you know are experiencing a life-threatening emergency. Any of the following resources are available for mental health support:
- Colorado Crisis Services: 1-844-493-TALK (8255) or text “TALK” to 38255
- Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (formerly known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline): 988
- Safe2Tell: 1-877-542-7233 or text “S2TCO” to 738477. Visit safe2tell.org or download the mobile app.
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