Multiple media outlets have confirmed the death of the assailant responsible for the shooting at an Iowa high school on Thursday.
An unnamed law enforcement official, disclosed by The Associated Press, relayed that the shooter is believed to have succumbed to a self-inflicted gunshot wound, although this information is not officially authorized for public release.
During a press briefing, Dallas County Sheriff Adam Infante revealed that the tragic incident unfolded at 7:37 a.m., preceding the start of classes at Perry High School.
Within seven minutes, deputies arrived on-site. While the sheriff acknowledged “multiple gunshot victims,” the precise number of injuries and their severity remains uncertain.
Infante mentioned that although the authorities have identified the shooter, he refrained from discussing the gunman’s condition or offering additional specifics. He assured that additional details would be made available in the coming hours.
“Rest assured, there’s no ongoing threat to the public. The community is secure,” he assured. “Currently, our focus is piecing together the sequence of events and ensuring appropriate notifications are made.”
Officials from UnityPoint Health verified that two individuals injured by gunshots at Perry High School were taken by ambulance to Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, situated approximately 40 miles southeast of Perry.
The incident occurred on Thursday, marking the return to classes for over 1,700 students in the Perry Community School District after the traditional winter break, as per the district’s calendar.
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