Father of two and teacher credited for saving lives at deadly school shooting that killed four

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NBC News. (2026, October 16). Father of two and teacher credited for saving lives at deadly school shooting that killed four. NBC News. https://www.nbcnews.com/nightly-news/video/father-of-two-and-teacher-credited-for-saving-lives-at-deadly-school-shooting-that-killed-four-271725125719

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On October 13, 2026, an active shooter incident occurred at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, resulting in four deaths: three children and a teacher. The shooter, identified as Griffin J. John II, a former special needs student, was shot dead by a local father whose own children attend the school. Police Chief Mike Krantz praised a teacher who fought the assailant, noting her actions likely prevented further casualties. Authorities have set up a family reunification location at Journey Church near the school and continue to investigate how John obtained the 12-gauge shotgun used in the attack.

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