Oregon school shooter ID'd, used shotgun bought by mother, source say

A local news story from the U.S., reported by CBS News.

Local News · the U.S. · October 16, 2026

By HeyHomees Newsroom · October 16, 2026

What we said on air

Investigators have identified the 16‑year‑old shooter at Silver Rail Elementary in Bend, Oregon, and say the shotgun used was purchased by his mother, while they comb through his digital footprints for clues.

National News — Evening edition, October 16, 2026

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