Statement
Statement from County Executive Marc Elrich on the Shooting Today at Thomas S. Wootton High School
For Immediate Release: Monday 9 February
“I am aware of the shooting that occurred this afternoon at Thomas S. Wootton High School and that a person is in custody. I am in direct communication with Montgomery County Police, the City of Rockville, and Montgomery County Public Schools leadership as they assess the situation and ensure the safety of students, staff, and the surrounding community.
At this time, officers are on scene and investigating. The school was placed on lockdown as a precaution, which is the appropriate step whenever there is a report of gunfire on a campus.
Our thoughts are with the Wootton students, faculty, and their families during this distressing time. Incidents like this are frightening for all involved. Student safety is our highest priority. We will continue to coordinate closely with law enforcement and school officials and will share confirmed information as it becomes available.
There will be a lot of news, information, and potential misinformation about this breaking and ongoing situation. I ask residents to rely on official updates from Montgomery County Police and Montgomery County Public Schools while the investigation continues.”
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Release ID: 26-004