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A 16-year-old student was fatally shot near Ben Lomond High School, raising concerns within the Ogden community. The incident occurred shortly after school dismissal, with police actively investigating without identifying any suspects. In response, the school has implemented support services for affected individuals while reassuring the community about safety protocols. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward as the investigation continues.
Ogden, Utah – A 16-year-old boy was fatally shot near Ben Lomond High School on Tuesday afternoon, October 7, 2025. The incident occurred around 2:45 PM in the vicinity of 5th Street and Gramercy Avenue, shortly after students had been dismissed from school.
The victim, who has been confirmed as a student of Ben Lomond High School, sought assistance from school staff immediately following the shooting. Staff members and a resource officer on site provided first aid until emergency responders arrived. Despite their efforts, the victim succumbed to his injuries.
Authorities have confirmed that the shooting took place off school property and stated that no suspect has yet been identified or apprehended in connection with this tragic event. The police are actively requesting the public’s help in gathering information about the incident. They are particularly interested in any doorbell camera footage or eyewitness accounts that could aid their investigation.
In response to the shooting, Ben Lomond High School Principal Velden Wardle expressed deep sadness over the loss of the student. The administration has indicated that specific details regarding the incident cannot be disclosed while the investigation is ongoing. To support those affected by the tragedy, the school will provide counseling services for students and staff.
Following the shooting, officials from the Ogden School District quickly reassured the community that there was no active threat to students or staff related to this incident. As a precautionary measure, Highland Junior High School went into “secure status,” but this was lifted shortly after police confirmed the area was safe. Additionally, East Ridge Elementary School also implemented a secure status due to students and staff remaining on campus at the time of the shooting.
Residents in the area reported hearing multiple gunshots at the time of the incident, raising concerns within the community. Initial investigations have indicated that there is no connection between this shooting and a hoax bomb threat that had been received by Ben Lomond High School the previous week.
Families and local community members are expressing their distress and concern in the wake of this violent incident. The shooting has sent shockwaves through the Ogden area, prompting discussions about safety and security in schools.
As the investigation continues, authorities urge anyone with information about the shooting to come forward and assist law enforcement. The community is encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to ensure the safety and well-being of residents, particularly students and staff as they return to school.
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- KSL: Teen Killed in Shooting Near Ben Lomond High in Ogden
- Wikipedia: Ben Lomond High School
- KUTV: Ogden Schools on Lockdown Due to Active Incident
- Google Search: Ogden Utah
- Gephardt Daily: Juvenile 16 Dead After Shot Outside Ogden’s Ben Lomond High
- Encyclopedia Britannica: School Education
- Fox 13: Multiple Schools on Lockdown Due to Active Incident Near Ben Lomond High
- Google News: Ben Lomond High School Shooting
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