The Broward County Sheriff’s Office said Wednesday that the gunman in a Florida high school shooting was in police custody, but warned the scene remains active.
Officials have described the scene at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland as a mass casualty incident, and say at least 20 people are injured.
President Trump tweeted that his “prayers and condolences” are with the families of those affected by the shooting, and said: “No child, teacher or anyone else should ever feel unsafe in an American school.”
My prayers and condolences to the families of the victims of the terrible Florida shooting. No child, teacher or anyone else should ever feel unsafe in an American school.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) February 14, 2018
Trump confirmed he’s spoken to Florida Gov. Rick Scott, and said the White House is “working closely with law enforcement” regarding the shooting.
Just spoke to Governor Rick Scott. We are working closely with law enforcement on the terrible Florida school shooting.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) February 14, 2018
Politicians, lawmakers, and local officials have responded to the incident.
Republican Florida Gov. Rick Scott tweeted that he’s spoken with Trump, county officials and the superintendent of Broward schools about the reported shooting, and said he’ll continue to monitor the situation.
I’ve spoken with @BrowardSheriff Scott Israel, @browardschools Superintendent Robert Runcie and FDLE Commissioner Rick Swearingen regarding Stoneman Douglas High School. We’ll continue to receive updates from law enforcement.
— Rick Scott (@FLGovScott) February 14, 2018
Just spoke with @POTUS about shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. My thoughts and prayers are with the students, their families and the entire community. We will continue to receive briefings from law enforcement and issue updates.
— Rick Scott (@FLGovScott) February 14, 2018
My heart is heavy over the school shooting in Florida. Keeping all affected in my thoughts & prayers.
— Melania Trump (@FLOTUS) February 14, 2018
First Lady Melania Trump said her “heart is heavy” following reports of the shooting.
Rep. Frederica Wilson, D-Fla., tweeted that her “thoughts and prayers are with the victims,” and added it’s “heartbreaking that these violent incidents continue to take place in schools, a place where our children should feel and be the most safe!”
My thoughts and prayers are with the victims of the horrific shooting taking place at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. It is heartbreaking that these violent incidents continue to take place in schools, a place where our children should feel and be the most safe!
— Rep Frederica Wilson (@RepWilson) February 14, 2018
“Today is that terrible day you pray never comes,” Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., tweeted. He said he’s spoken with the Broward School Superintendent and is monitoring the situation.
We are monitoring the horrible unfolding situation in Broward County, Florida with reports of a shooting at a local high school. #Sayfie
— Marco Rubio (@marcorubio) February 14, 2018
Just spoke to Broward School Superintendent. Today is that terrible day you pray never comes.
— Marco Rubio (@marcorubio) February 14, 2018
Democrat Ted Deutch, who represents Broward County in U.S. Congress, tweeted that he’s on his way “ASAP” to the scene of the shooting, and noted he’s spoken with the Broward County Superintendent.
Spoke with Broward Superintendent Runcie. Local, state and federal law enforcement agencies all on the ground. Governor on his way. On my way ASAP.
— Rep. Ted Deutch (@RepTedDeutch) February 14, 2018
Deutch added that the city of Parkland “is an idyllic community,” and said Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School is “incredible,” with wonderful teachers, staff and students.
Incredible school in my district – great teachers and staff, involved parents and amazing kids. Spoke with the kids there just a few weeks back.
— Rep. Ted Deutch (@RepTedDeutch) February 14, 2018
Parkland is an idyllic community. Tragedies like this occur everywhere. School shootings occur everywhere. This is horrific. https://t.co/ygR6Z5gmgN
— Rep. Ted Deutch (@RepTedDeutch) February 14, 2018
Sen. Bill Nelson, D-Fla., told Fox News that “there are many deaths” in the school shooting, and tweeted that he’s spoken with officials “to ensure they have everything they need.”
Praying for everyone at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. Just spoke with Broward Undersheriff to ensure they have everything they need. And just spoke to FBI to make sure all federal resources are being made available to help. Will continue to monitor closely.
— Bill Nelson (@SenBillNelson) February 14, 2018
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