Three students were killed on Tuesday and eight other people were injured in shootings that took place in the afternoon at Oxford High School.
Police say they have arrested a 15-year-old student of unknown identity through a statement Oakland County Undersheriff Mike McCabe. According to the 15-year-old, he is not injured.
The police officers they arrested him and found the gun in his possession, Mike McCabe said, adding that the gun was a semi-automatic revolver. The whole process at Oxford High School lasted five minutes. Two girls aged 15 and 14, as well as a 17-year-old, were killed by the 16-year-old. Of the injured, two were seriously injured, who underwent surgery and their condition remains unknown. The rest are being treated in stable condition, with various bullet injuries. Among the injured is a teacher.
In tears, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer said: "This is the worst nightmare any parent can have. My heart goes out to all these families. This is an untold tragedy. I hope we can all stand by these families. "
During the incident, 15 to 20 shots were fired and about 100 phone calls were made to 911. The perpetrator did not appear to have any accomplices. The perpetrator invoked his right not to speak and that he needed a lawyer. Because the perpetrator is a minor, in order to be interrogated he needs parental consent. The perpetrator's family has already hired a lawyer and now the authorities are ready to issue a search warrant for the suspect's home.
It was tragic
Catherine Tebben, a 17-year-old student at Oxford High School, described the incident as tragic. "I was going to class after lunch and suddenly I heard gunshots I turned around and saw children running towards me. A friend of mine grabbed my hand and told me to run. While running I noticed blood on the floor. It was a shocking experience "she said still trembling" it is not only what happened but also all the insecurity it creates for you from now on ".
