Teenager Shot Near Ben Lomond High School in Ogden

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A tragic shooting incident occurred near Ben Lomond High School in Ogden, Utah, where a 16-year-old boy was shot and subsequently died from his injuries. The victim, a student at the school, sought help shortly after the shooting. The Ogden School District confirmed his enrollment and emphasized the emotional support available for students affected by this event. Police have yet to find any suspects related to the incident, raising concern in the local community.

Ogden – A 16-year-old boy was shot and killed near Ben Lomond High School in Ogden, Utah, on Tuesday afternoon. The incident occurred at approximately 2:50 p.m. near the intersection of 5th Street and Gramercy Avenue. The victim was a student at Ben Lomond High School and sought help shortly after being shot, approaching the school campus where staff and a school resource officer attempted life-saving measures. Unfortunately, the teenager succumbed to his injuries shortly after the incident.

As of now, police have not located any suspects linked to the shooting. In response to the incident, the Ogden School District confirmed that the victim was enrolled at Ben Lomond High. Coincidentally, students had been released for the day just 15 minutes prior to the shooting at 2:35 p.m., which led to heightened caution among nearby schools.

Following the shooting, Highland Junior High and East Ridge Elementary temporarily entered a “secure” status as a precaution. Highland Junior High’s secure status was lifted later in the afternoon around 3:10 p.m., allowing students to safely return home under police supervision. In addition, counselors will be made available at Ben Lomond High School to offer emotional support to students and staff affected by this tragic event.

The school principal expressed deep sadness about the loss of the student and emphasized the importance of respecting the grieving family’s privacy as well as the ongoing police investigation. Captain Tim Scott of the Ogden Police Department noted that the recent shooting is not related to a previous hoax bomb threat at Ben Lomond High School. That incident had forced the school into lockdown on October 2 but was ultimately deemed to be non-threatening after a thorough campus inspection. A minor from Washington State was detained in connection to the bomb threat, but details have not been disclosed due to the suspect’s age.

As police work to uncover the circumstances surrounding the shooting, they encourage anyone with information or video footage from doorbell cameras in the area to step forward and assist with the investigation. Community members have expressed shock and sorrow over the tragic event, illustrating the profound impact it has had locally as residents grapple with the reality of such violence in their neighborhood.

The Ogden Police Department has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the safety of the community and is diligently working to resolve this case. Additional updates will be provided by law enforcement as the investigation progresses.

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