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Man who stopped the Oregon elementary school shooter has 2 daughters at the school, his mom says

A carpenter who heard gunfire ran into the school and shot the suspect dead as police said four people were killed and two were wounded.

  • After hearing gunfire Thursday afternoon, carpenter Kaylub Giamanco ran into Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, and killed the teenage gunman, preventing further loss of life at the school.
  • Police identified the suspect as John Griffin, 16, who gained entry by firing through locked doors; the shooting occurred in a special education room, killing a teacher and three children ages 5, 8, and 11.
  • Kyle Giamanco told NBC News his brother had a concealed weapon and "decided to go in after" the shooter, though Kaylub Giamanco feels guilty he could not save more children.
  • The Oregon Department and Emergency Management are coordinating across state agencies to support the community, while Governor Kotek expressed grief and praised the school staff and first responders.
  • All Oregonians mourn the loss of life as the community at Silver Rail Elementary begins the long process of healing, with officials pledging time to search for ways to prevent such violence.
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Man who stopped the Oregon school shooter is the father of 2 daughters at the school

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