Bend school district honors slain teacher, praises staff member's courage during attack: ‘Forever grateful’

As of October 15, 2026, an active shooter incident occurred at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, resulting in at least 4 deaths, including three children. The shooter is dead, though it remains unclear if their death was due to law enforcement intervention or suicide. The shooting took place around 12:59 PM local time when a shot was reported fired into a car outside the school.

Police arrived quickly and established a large presence at the scene. Parents were directed to a nearby church as the area was evacuated. Bend Police Department confirmed they were investigating after receiving reports of an active shooter, urging people to avoid the vicinity. Superintendent Sheila Miller described the incident as a "senseless tragedy" that "devastates" the community.

The school district later honored slain teacher Megan Lambert, 25, and praised staff member Becky Drury's bravery despite being injured during the attack. The district expressed profound grief over the loss of lives and thanked those who responded courageously to protect others.