‘Numerous Fatalities,’ Suspect in Custody in Florida High School Shooting

At least 17 people are dead and many more injured after a shooter opened fire at a Florida high school, according to Broward County Pubilc Schools Superintendent Robert W. Runcie.

The shooting took place at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, on Wednesday, February 14. Broward County Sheriff’s Office tweeted on Wednesday afternoon that the shooter is in custody and the victims are being transported to hospitals.

Authorities say that the 19-year-old gunman was a former student who was expelled for disciplinary reasons. According to police, he had one rifle and multiple magazines and shot victims both inside the school building and outside.