Several people have resulting injuries this Thursday in one Shoot Enrolled in an institute in the city Perryin the state of Iowaas reported by the US police who pointed this out The attacker died after a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
The incident occurred at Perry Institute, which resumed classes this morning after the Christmas break A person broke into the school and opened fire. According to the ABC network, the first calls reporting what was happening were recorded around 7:30 a.m. (local time).
The district authorities Dallaswho have not yet revealed any information about the attacker have hinted at this The injured were taken to a local hospital.At the same time, he confirmed that the crime scene was “secure”. “There is no longer any danger to the population. The community is safe. “We are now trying to understand what happened,” said a spokesman.
Sources close to the matter said that a police officer managed to enter the institute seven minutes after receiving the first call counted “multiple gunshot wounds”although the extent of the injuries is unknown.
After learning what happened, the White House spokesman said: Karine Jean Pierrehas expressed its concern and that of the entire Joe Biden administration about what happened and called on the US Congress to do so pass a law to combat gun violence.
“Our hearts are broken for the families of the victims another act of senseless armed violence. “We are grateful for the brave rescuers who are on the scene,” Jean-Pierre said at a press conference, assuring that this was the case “Liability immunity of the defense industry”.
On the other hand, the White House spokesman has assured that the President Biden has been briefed on the incident and is following current developments on the incident along with senior government officials, but remains in close contact with Iowa authorities.
For her part, the governor of Iowa, the Republican Kim Reynoldshas published on his social networks a publication in which he expresses his regret for an event he described “A senseless tragedy”. Furthermore, he assured that the authorities would continue to monitor the situation.
From the organization Bradythose working to prevent armed violence have regretted this “New year, same horror”. “These students returned to campus after the holidays to experience gun violence that uniquely affected their generation,” said Kirs Brown, president of the organization.
“The year 2024 should not begin this way for the students of Perry High School or any other student across our country. Our condolences go out to all students, teachers, school staff, parents and affected community members,” said Brown.