Police: Female shooter kills six in Nashville private school
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Officials say three adults and three children were killed in a shooting at a private Christian grade school in Nashville.
The female suspect was killed by police during a confrontation. The shooting occurred Monday at The Covenant School. Police say the shooter died after they were “engaged by” officers. Police said the shooter was 28 years old and was armed with two assault-type rifles and a pistol.
The Covenant School has had an enrollment of about 200 students from preschool to sixth grade in recent years. The killings come as communities around the nation are reeling from a spate of school violence.
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I am heartbroken and sick over the lives lost today at Covenant School. I’m praying for comfort and peace for all those affected in our community 🙏🏾♥️
— Derrick Henry (@KingHenry_2) March 27, 2023
Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with Middle Tennessee’s Covenant School community, first responders, medical personnel, and those who have been touched by the loss of innocent lives. #NashvilleStrong
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