Crime & Safety
Oregon School Shooting Update Today: Police Confirm 9 in Classroom
Bend, OR – New details have emerged in the investigation into last week's shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, where police confirmed Monday that nine people were inside the classroom wh
By Nolan Pierce · 2026-10-19T23:47:34.737Z
Bend, OR – New details have emerged in the investigation into last week's shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, where police confirmed Monday that nine people were inside the classroom when the violence occurred.
According to the Bend Police Department , investigators continue examining the Oct. 15 shooting alongside the Tri County Major Incident Team, while local schools prepare for students to return Wednesday, Oct. 21.
Police confirmed that four adults and five children were inside the classroom at the time of the shooting.
The department said the clarification followed questions from the public and news media about how many people were present during the incident.
Police Continue Investigation Into School Shooting
Authorities said they are not yet releasing additional information about the suspect, the weapon involved or other investigative details.
Police also cautioned residents about misinformation circulating as the investigation continues.
Investigators expected to finish evidence collection inside Silver Rail Elementary on Monday afternoon before returning the building to the school district .
However, police emphasized that the broader criminal investigation will remain active.
FBI Assisting Families, Officers Returning to Campuses
The FBI Victim Services Division is helping families retrieve personal belongings left in unaffected areas of the school.
Victim advocates completed a similar process for school staff over the weekend.
Officials asked the public to respect the privacy of affected families and employees as they continue grieving.
Meanwhile, Bend Police are coordinating with Bend La Pine Schools ahead of Wednesday's planned return for most students.
The department said officers will be visible around school campuses Wednesday and for the foreseeable future as part of ongoing safety efforts.
Community Support Resources Available
Residents seeking emotional support or recovery assistance can access resources through the City of Bend, Deschutes County Behavioral Health and the Oregon Department of Emergency Management.
The police department has not announced when additional investigative findings will be released.
Families can find community resources at bendoregon.gov/community support resources/ .