Suspect in Dallas High School Shooting That Injured Four Students Now in Custody

A suspect is in custody following a shooting at Wilmer-Hutchins High School in Dallas, Texas, on Tuesday afternoon that left four male students injured. Three were shot and one sustained a lower-body injury. Their ages range from 15 to 18, and while some injuries were serious, none were life-threatening. Authorities have not yet released details about the suspect or motive. The incident triggered a heavy law enforcement response and lockdown at the 1,000-student campus. Superintendent Stephanie Elizalde expressed frustration at the recurring nature of school violence, calling it “way too familiar.” Assistant Police Chief Christina Smith noted the weapon was not brought in during regular school entry procedures, indicating the breach did not stem from a protocol failure. The high school will be closed for the remainder of the week, with counseling services provided. Parents like Shauna Williams are now re-evaluating their children’s safety in public schools. Texas Governor Greg Abbott offered condolences to the victims, calling the act “senseless violence.”

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Source: AP News