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A shooting incident near Ben Lomond High School resulted in the death of a 16-year-old boy shortly after classes dismissed. The victim, a student, was shot at 5th Street and Gramercy Avenue and sought help from staff before succumbing to his injuries. Despite the shooting not occurring on school grounds, it has raised significant community concerns about safety. Authorities are investigating the incident and have not yet identified a suspect. In response, counseling services are being offered to those affected as the community mourns this tragic loss.
Ogden, Utah – A 16-year-old boy was shot and killed near Ben Lomond High School on Tuesday, October 7, 2025. The incident occurred shortly after school had dismissed for the day, around 2:45 PM, at the intersection of 5th Street and Gramercy Avenue. The victim, who was a student at the school, reportedly sought help from staff members after being shot.
According to initial reports, the shooting did not take place on school property but in the vicinity where students were present following the end of the school day. Witnesses near the scene heard multiple gunshots, prompting immediate concerns in the community.
School personnel and a resource officer provided first aid to the victim until emergency responders arrived on the scene. Despite their efforts, the 16-year-old was pronounced dead as a result of his injuries. The identity of the suspect remains unknown, and no arrests have been made. Authorities are actively investigating the case and have asked the public for assistance, specifically looking for doorbell camera footage or eyewitness accounts that could provide leads.
The principal of Ben Lomond High School, Velden Wardle, expressed sadness over the tragic event, noting that more details cannot be disclosed at this time as the investigation is ongoing. In response to the incident, the Ogden School District announced it is offering counseling services to students and staff affected by the tragedy.
While the investigation continues, local police have indicated that there is no active threat to students or staff associated with the shooting. To ensure safety, Highland Junior High School was temporarily placed on “secure status,” but this measure was lifted after police confirmed the area was secure. East Ridge Elementary adopted a similar precaution, placing the school in a secure status as students and staff were still on campus at the time of the incident.
Community members and families are expressing distress and concern following the shooting. The emotional impact is profound, with parents and area residents calling for improved safety measures in and around local schools. Given the recent history, local law enforcement has been mindful of previous incidents, including a hoax bomb threat reported at the school last week, but they have confirmed that there is no connection between the two events.
Authorities continue to manage the investigation with the utmost urgency, and community support networks are mobilizing to provide comfort and assistance to those affected by this unfortunate incident. As families grapple with the aftermath, the Ogden community is left mourning the loss of another young life.
Police are committed to uncovering the circumstances surrounding the shooting, urging anyone with information to reach out. The reality of youth violence in communities has prompted discussions around safety protocols and preventative measures to ensure the protection of students within school and neighborhood environments.
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- KSL: Teen Killed in Shooting Near Ben Lomond High in Ogden
- Wikipedia: Ben Lomond High School
- KUTV: Ogden Schools on Lockdown Due to Active Incident
- Google Search: Ogden Utah
- Gephardt Daily: Juvenile 16 Dead After Shot Outside Ogden’s Ben Lomond High
- Encyclopedia Britannica: School Education
- Fox 13: Multiple Schools on Lockdown Due to Active Incident Near Ben Lomond High
- Google News: Ben Lomond High School Shooting
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