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BREAKING NEWS: 2 Dead, 2 Injured, in Sparks Middle School Shooting in Nevada

A teacher at Sparks Middle School (SMS) in Nevada was shot and killed by a student at 7:15 this morning then the shooter fatally turned the gun on himself, said police.

The identity of the teacher is yet to be confirmed, but it is reportedly a popular math teacher, who was shot was trying to protect students, police said.

Two minors were also injured, and are in critical condition. They are now being treated at Renown Regional Hospital. One person is doing well and the other is about to enter surgery.

The names of the victims, injured, and shooting suspect have not yet been released.

Students were evacuated to Agnes Risley Elementary School and then to Sparks High School, where parents gathered to pick up their children.

There were 150 to 200 personnel that secured the school and the surrounding area, according to Reno Deputy Chief Tom Robinson. He also indicated to parents at a press conference a few hours later, that the rest of the students were safe.

According to school officials the the Sparks Middle School will be closed for the remainder of the week.









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