SYLACAUGA, Ala. —

A high school student was killed in a reported shooting in Sylacauga.

The Talladega County Coroner's Office said DMarcus Riggins, 17, died in the incident that happened in the Drew Court neighborhood Friday, Aug. 8.

The coroner's office said Riggins was a student at B.B. Comer Memorial High School, which is in the Talladega County Schools system.

A Sylacauga City Schools spokesperson shared a comment regarding the loss of a local student: "Sylacauga City Schools is saddened by the tragedy in our community. We are praying for B. B. Comer students, faculty, and staff members as they navigate through this difficult time."

WVTM 13 News is attempting to reach the Talladega County school district.

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