By Townhall Chicago News Staff
A man driving past an elementary school in Bend, Oregon, shot and killed a gunman during an attack that killed three students and one teacher Thursday, police said.
Police identified the bystander as Caleb Giamanco, 36, a father of two who was driving past the school on his lunch break when he heard gunfire and intervened, according to police.
A teacher at the school also took action to protect students during the shooting, police said. Authorities have not released the teacher’s name.
Giamanco’s family read a statement at a police news conference. “He is not seeking recognition but instead wishes to express his gratitude to the first responders, school personnel and community for the outpouring of love and support,” the family said.
Police have not released the gunman’s identity or a motive for the attack. The shooting occurred at an elementary school in Bend, a city in central Oregon.
