Oregon School Shooter Targeted Special Education Classroom, Police Say
Police in Bend, Oregon, have revealed that the shooter who attacked Silver Rail Elementary School targeted a special education classroom. The suspect, a 16-year-old former student, killed three young children and a teacher before being killed at the scene. The motive remains under investigation. William Brangham reports on the latest developments, including the police account of the attack. The targeting of a special education classroom has added to the community's grief and raised questions about the vulnerability of certain students. Authorities are working to determine why the shooter chose this specific location. This report provides a detailed update on the investigation and the impact on the Bend community. PBS News Hour continues to follow this tragic story, offering thorough and sensitive coverage.