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US - Oct 17, 2026 - 'Threw phone at him, fought him': How teacher, armed father tackled Oregon gunman who killed 4 - On October 15, a shooting occurred at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon. A teenage gunman opened fire, killing three children and a teacher. A teacher bravely intervened by confronting the gunman while an armed father entered and shot him. Police are investigating the motive behind the attack and how the gunman obtained the firearm.2 hours ago
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