Tragedy Strikes School in Northern California
Palermo, Calif. – A horrifying scene unfolded at Feather River School of Seventh-Day Adventist in Palermo on Tuesday afternoon, leaving a community reeling. Just after 1 p.m., chaos erupted as multiple 911 calls flooded the Butte County Sheriff’s Office. Reports indicated an adult male was firing shots at students.
Within minutes, first responders swarmed the area. The suspect’s location was quickly pinpointed, and responding officers found him deceased from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Tragically, two students were injured during the incident. One student suffered critical injuries and was airlifted to a nearby hospital for urgent medical care. The extent of the second student’s injuries remains unclear at this time.
The Oroville Church of the Nazarene, also known as OroNaz Church, located at 2238 Monte Vista Avenue, was quickly designated as a reunification point for parents and students.
As news of the shooting spread, panic and fear gripped the community. Parents rushed to the church, desperate to be reunited with their children. The scene was chaotic yet filled with palpable relief as families found each other, embracing tightly amidst the overwhelming anxiety and grief.
Traffic Impacts and Transportation
The aftermath of the school shooting resulted in significant traffic disruptions in the vicinity. State Route 70 was closed in both directions, causing considerable delays for commuters. Northbound traffic was diverted west to State Route 299, while southbound traffic was rerouted east to Lone Tree Road. Authorities anticipated these closures to remain in effect for at least another hour as the investigation continues and cleanup efforts commence.
Ongoing Investigation and Community Response
The Butte County Sheriff’s Office has initiated a thorough investigation into the shooting. Detectives are meticulously analyzing the scene, collecting evidence, and interviewing witnesses to piece together the events leading up to this unthinkable tragedy.
The motive behind the shooter’s actions remains unclear at this juncture. The community anxiously awaits answers, hoping to understand how such a horrific event could occur within their quiet town, leaving behind a trail of pain and uncertainty.
In the wake of this tragedy, counseling services are being made available to students, faculty, and community members struggling to cope with the emotional trauma. Local faith leaders are offering prayers and support to the bereaved families and a community struggling to make sense of the senseless loss.
The road to healing will be long and arduous for the Feather River School community. But through unity, compassion, and unwavering support, they will navigate this darkest hour, finding strength in each other as they strive to rebuild and recover.
What is the condition of the student who was airlifted to the hospital?
## Interview with Sheriff Thompson
**Interviewer:** Sheriff Thompson, thank you for joining us today on such a somber occasion.
**Sheriff Thompson:** It’s my duty to be here and provide as much information as possible during this difficult time.
**Interviewer:** Can you walk us through the events that transpired today at Feather River School?
**Sheriff Thompson:** Just after 1 p.m., our office received multiple frantic 911 calls reporting an active shooter situation at the school. Our deputies responded immediately and swiftly located the suspect. Sadly, he was found deceased from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
**Interviewer:** What can you tell us about the victims?
**Sheriff Thompson:** Two students were injured during the shooting. One sustained critical injuries and was airlifted to a nearby hospital for emergency care. The extent of the second student’s injuries is still under evaluation.
**Interviewer:** I understand reunification efforts are underway at OroNaz Church.
**Sheriff Thompson:** Absolutely. We are working closely with the school and community leaders to ensure that all students are safely reunited with their families. The Oroville Church of the Nazarene has generously offered their facilities as a reunification point.
**Interviewer:** This is a devastating event for the community. Does the department have any information on a possible motive?
**Sheriff Thompson:** It’s still very early in the investigation. Our detectives are working diligently to piece together the events leading up to this tragic incident and to determine a possible motive.
**Interviewer:** Certainly understandable. Is there anything you want to say to the families affected by this tragedy?
**Sheriff Thompson:** Our hearts go out to everyone impacted by this senseless act of violence, especially the families of the injured students. We will continue to do everything in our power to support this community through this difficult time.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Sheriff Thompson, for your time and for your dedication to keeping the community safe.
