PARKLAND, FL (WTXL) - A reported school shooting with injuries at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, FL, sent students and faculty evacuating school premises Wednesday.
A school official told the Associated Press there are numerous fatalities from the high school shooting in South Florida.
The Broward County Sheriff's Office says that 17 people have lost their lives. Doctors tell AP that 16 people wounded in a deadly shooting at a Florida high school are being treated at area hospitals.
"I'm saddened to say that 17 people lost their lives."- Sheriff Scott Israel #stonemanshooting
— Broward Sheriff (@browardsheriff) February 14, 2018
ABC News reports that the suspect, 19-year-old Nicolas Cruz, was a former student at the high school.
NEW: Broward County sheriff: Suspect is a 19-year-old former student of the high school; he was expelled for disciplinary reasons. https://t.co/6ONvnzpjDX pic.twitter.com/0fn2J8HP3V
— ABC News (@ABC) February 14, 2018
Broward County Superintendent Robert Runcie told AP "There are numerous fatalities. It is a horrific situation." He added, "It is a horrible day for us."
School official says there are "numerous fatalities" after high school shooting in Parkland, Fla.; sheriff says "at least 14 victims", their condition unclear. https://t.co/SeFQHzxSiy
— The Associated Press (@AP) February 14, 2018
Multiple people can be seen on TV footage being taken to ambulances.
The shooter has been taken into custody, according the Broward County Sheriff's Office. Sheriff Israel says, "the shooter was not a current student."
Shooter is now in custody. Scene is still active. #stonemanshooting
— Broward Sheriff (@browardsheriff) February 14, 2018
ABC News reports the suspect got out of the school after the shooting by blending in with other students who were trying to escape.
Local media reports say multiple people are injured, some reporting up to 20. So far, BCSO says that 14 have been injured.
So far we have at least 14 victims. Victims have been and continue to be transported to Broward Health Medical Center and Broward Health North hospital. #StonemanShooting
— Broward Sheriff (@browardsheriff) February 14, 2018
Parkland is located northwest of Fort Lauderdale.
Police are evacuating students, were seen leaving the school with their hands up.
There are still a number of students still inside, according to reports.
Still locked in. I checked the local news and there is 20 victims. Long live Majory Stoneman Douglas High. pic.twitter.com/4kQMAlCBWt
— Aj22000 (@TheCaptainAidan) February 14, 2018
The FBI has also gotten involved.
#BSO is working a developing incident regarding a report of active shooter located at 5901 Pine Island Rd, Parkland. Here's what we know so far: deputies are responding to reports of a shooting at Stoneman Douglas High. There are reports of victims. PIO will be on scene 3:15pm.
— Broward Sheriff (@browardsheriff) February 14, 2018
Florida Gov. Rick Scott said in a tweet that he is aware of the situation.
“I’ve spoken with Broward Sheriff Scott Israel, Broward Schools Superintendent Robert Runcie and FDLE Commissioner Rick Swearingen regarding Stoneman Douglas High School,” Scott said. “We’ll continue to receive updates from law enforcement.”
I’ve spoken with @BrowardSheriff Scott Israel, @browardschools Superintendent Robert Runcie and FDLE Commissioner Rick Swearingen regarding Stoneman Douglas High School. We’ll continue to receive updates from law enforcement.
— Rick Scott (@FLGovScott) February 14, 2018
The last reported shooting at a middle or high school in the U.S. was only a few weeks ago, on Feb. 1, at the Salvador B. Castro Middle School in downtown Los Angeles, according to the Associated Press.
A 12-year-old girl was arrested on charges of negligent discharge of a firearm on school grounds after a gun she’d brought to school went off, injuring four students.
The public high school has an enrollment of 3,158 students, and serves grades ninth through 12th.
WATCH LIVE FEED OF THE ACTIVE SITUATION BELOW:
Gov. Rick Scott's office issued this statement:
"Governor Scott is traveling to Broward County now to be briefed by emergency management officials and law enforcement. Immediately upon learning of the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, Governor Scott spoke with President Trump, law enforcement, school officials and the Department of Homeland Security. The Governor will continue to be briefed by law enforcement as this incident evolves. Additional details regarding the Governor’s schedule will be made available later today."
My thoughts and prayers are with the students and parents of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, and all of Broward County.
— Jimmy Patronis (@JimmyPatronis) February 14, 2018
On my way to Broward County now to be briefed on the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School by local law enforcement and emergency management officials. pic.twitter.com/lFVR5d8NLy
— Rick Scott (@FLGovScott) February 14, 2018
My prayers and condolences to the families of the victims of the terrible Florida shooting. No child, teacher or anyone else should ever feel unsafe in an American school.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) February 14, 2018
We are monitoring the horrible unfolding situation in Broward County, Florida with reports of a shooting at a local high school. #Sayfie
— Marco Rubio (@marcorubio) February 14, 2018
Prayers going out to friends and colleagues in Coral Springs and Parkland. This headline is gut wrenching. https://t.co/o3naQCRktB
— Nicholas X. Duran (@DuranForFlorida) February 14, 2018
The entire @BrowardLegDel is praying for the students, teachers, and staff at this time. https://t.co/y3SQhfJQzi
— Shevrin Jones (@ShevrinJones) February 14, 2018
I’m sick about this news from home. Just spoke with the sheriff. This is devastating. https://t.co/vI5K0e3AvU
— Rep. Ted Deutch (@RepTedDeutch) February 14, 2018
Praying for everyone at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. Just spoke with Broward Undersheriff to ensure they have everything they need. And just spoke to FBI to make sure all federal resources are being made available to help. Will continue to monitor closely.
— Bill Nelson (@SenBillNelson) February 14, 2018
Our worst fears are being realized. It looks like it’s a number of fatalities. Praying for all those students, families and school members affected at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School.
— Bill Nelson (@SenBillNelson) February 14, 2018
Nita and I are praying for the students and families involved in the nightmare tragedy in Florida
— Casey Cagle (@CaseyCagle) February 14, 2018
We’re thinking of our friends in Parkland, @BrowardCounty @CoralSpringsFL and the students at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. @FLCities
— Gil Ziffer (@gilziffer) February 14, 2018
Deeply concerned about this ongoing situation. Keeping the students, faculty, teachers, staff & community lifted in prayer. https://t.co/zDAwXGZBtz
— Andrew Gillum (@AndrewGillum) February 14, 2018
My prayers and condolences to the families of the victims of the terrible Florida shooting. No child, teacher or anyone else should ever feel unsafe in an American school.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) February 14, 2018
My heart is heavy over the school shooting in Florida. Keeping all affected in my thoughts & prayers.
— Melania Trump (@FLOTUS) February 14, 2018
Praying for the victims and their families during this tragedy. https://t.co/hWgAbQ98kO
— Lizbeth Benacquisto (@lizbethkb) February 14, 2018
Monitoring the tragedy in Parkland FL. My office is prepared to help in any way.
— Senator Bill Galvano (@BillGalvano) February 14, 2018
Praying for everyone involved in today's shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. My victim advocates will be available in full force to help the victims and their families with any services they need.
— Fla. AG Pam Bondi (@AGPamBondi) February 14, 2018
I am deeply saddened by the shooting in #Parkland today. My prayers are with the survivors, their families, the Parkland community, & the first responders who are working heroically to save lives & catch the perpetrator of this terrible act of violence 1/2 https://t.co/cf2F3kTlJk
— Annette Taddeo (@Annette_Taddeo) February 14, 2018
I'm also angry. This is the 18th school shooting of 2018. It's unacceptable that we as a state & as a nation allow this to happen over & over. Tragedies like today’s will not be stopped by mere words, we need leaders to stand up and act because lives have been shattered today.” https://t.co/Nm2UqkMz9e
— Annette Taddeo (@Annette_Taddeo) February 14, 2018
