Local schools are joining districts from across the area in mourning the loss of a Kenton Ridge High School student, who was tragically killed in a shooting Saturday evening in Northridge.
The incident has left another juvenile critically injured and a suspect in custody. As schools and families grapple with the devastating loss, local leaders and communities are offering their support to Kenton Ridge and the affected families.
“Indian Lake Lakers extend our thoughts and prayers to our CBC friends at Kenton Ridge. They lost a classmate and member of the bowling team last night,” read a statement posted to Sunday to the Indian Lake Facebook page.
Clark County deputies and medics responded at approximately 6:37 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9, to reports of a shooting on Reno Road. A juvenile suspect reportedly brandished a firearm and shot another juvenile during a party. The victim was transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.
“Our hearts are heavy as we share that KR has lost a beloved student and member of their bowling team. Please join us in keeping his family in your thoughts and prayers tonight and in the weeks to come,” Benjamin Logan Schools said in a statement.
The alleged shooter was detained at the scene, and the Clark County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate.
Authorities have not yet released the names of those involved, and no additional details about charges or the victim’s condition were available as of Monday morning.