5 dead, others injured in a shooting at a private Christian school in Wisconsin

MADISON, Wis. — Five people are dead and others injured after a shooting Monday at a private Christian school in Wisconsin, including a child who caused the attack, authorities said.

Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes spoke to reporters as the death toll rose from three to five. He did not provide details about the victims, but said others were injured in the shooting at Abundant Life Christian School.

Barnes says officers who responded did not fire their weapons.

Police closed the roads around the school on Monday afternoon.

Agents from the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives responded to the scene to assist local law enforcement.

“We are praying for the children, teachers and the entire Abundant Life school community as we wait for more information and are grateful for the first responders who are working quickly to respond,” Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers said in a statement.

Abundant Life Christian School is non-denominational and has approximately 390 students, from kindergarten to high school, according to its website.