Colorado's elected leaders reacted to the shooting at Evergreen High School on Wednesday that left several students critically injured. One of those injured is believed to be the shooting suspect.
Law enforcement and emergency personnel respond to a shooting at Evergreen High School in Colorado Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025. Hyoung Chang/The Denver Post via AP
Gov. Jared Polis released a statement on Wednesday saying he is "praying for the victims and the entire community."
"I am closely monitoring the situation at Evergreen High School, and am getting live updates. State Troopers are supporting local law enforcement in responding to this situation. Students should be able to attend school safely and without fear across our state and nation," he said.
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