Fifteen-year-old pupil at Abundant Life school in Madison killed teacher and student and wounded six others

Summary

A 15-year-old girl, Natalie Rupnow, killed a teacher, a student, and wounded six others before dying by suicide at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin.

Police are investigating a manifesto reportedly left by Rupnow, though its authenticity is unconfirmed.

The shooting occurred during a study hall, and a handgun was recovered.

Authorities are investigating how she obtained the weapon and her motive.

The incident highlights the rarity of female school shooters. Police urge the public to avoid speculation regarding Rupnow’s identity as they continue their investigation.

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    The police chief was asked about comments online that suggested the shooter may have been trans.

    “I don’t know whether Natalie was transgender or not,” Barnes said.

    “I don’t think that whatever happened today has anything to do with how she or he or they may have wanted to identify,” he added. “And I wish people would kind of leave their own personal biases out of this.”