A tragic shooting at a high school in Bulverde left a teacher injured and a 15-year-old student dead after authorities say he turned the gun on himself.
What Happened
The incident occurred Monday morning at Hill Country College Preparatory High School, a small campus near San Antonio.
According to the Comal County Sheriff’s Office:
- The student shot a teacher inside the school
- He then fatally shot himself
- No other injuries were reported
Teacher’s Condition Unknown
The injured teacher was transported to a nearby hospital. Officials have not yet released details about her condition.
Sheriff Mark Reynolds said investigators are working to determine:
- The relationship between the student and teacher
- How the student obtained the firearm
Lockdown and Student Evacuation
The school, which has about 250 students, was placed on lockdown shortly after 8:30 a.m.
Witnesses described:
- Hearing multiple gunshots
- Screaming in hallways
- Teachers quickly moving students into classrooms for safety
Students were later transported to a nearby middle school, where anxious parents gathered to reunite with their children.
Community Response
Parents waited in long lines, some praying, as they hoped for updates. One parent expressed concern about how students would cope with returning to school after the traumatic event.
School Actions
- Classes were canceled the following day
- Counseling services were made available for students and families
Principal Julie Wiley said the school community is deeply affected by the incident.
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