Police are actively addressing reports of an active shooter at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon. This incident occurred on Thursday afternoon. A significant police presence has been observed at the school. Authorities have urged the public to stay away from the area.
The school’s address is 61530 SE Stone Creek Lane. For the safety and well-being of the students, a reunification site has been organized at Journey Church. This location is at 61303 S Highway 97, close to Goodwill and Dairy Queen. The Bend Police Department has advised families to go there to be united with their children.
Oregon Senator Jeff Merkley has expressed concern about the situation through a post on social media. He stated, “My team and I are closely monitoring reports of an active shooter situation at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend. As details continue to come out, my heart is with the Bend community and all of the students and families affected. No one should have to fear violence at school.”
Efforts to reach out to local police and the Bend-La Pine Administrative School District for more details have not yet yielded responses. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.