At least 13 dead in Oregon community college shooting Thursday

Update 2:36 p.m. Thursday:

The shooter is now dead, said Douglas County Sheriff John Handlen at a press conference Thursday.

The shooter was identified as a 20-year-old male student.

“There was an exchange of gunfire, the shooter threat was neutralized and officers continued to sweep the campus looking for other threats,” said Handlen. “At this point, it is a very active scene and it is a very active investigation. “

Handlen said there will be “a thorough and rather lengthy investigation.”

Update 2:20 p.m. Thursday:

Authorities are now confirming that 13 people are dead after a gunman opened fire at the Umpqua Community College campus in Roseburg, Oregon, according to NBC News. Police say the shooter is no longer a threat.

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