Shooting reported at Wilmer-Hutchins High School in Dallas

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Shooting reported at Wilmer-Hutchins High School in Dallas

At least four students were injured in a shooting Tuesday afternoon at Wilmer-Hutchins High School in Dallas.

A 17-year-old was shot in the leg, according to reporting by FOX 4 Dallas. 

Two other students were shot and one was grazed, according to the report. Their ages range from 15 to 18.

One of the victims has “serious injuries” and the others’ injuries are none life-threatening, according to FOX 4.

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Wilmer-Hutchins High School in Dallas shooting

First responders arrive after a reported shooting at Wilmer-Hutchins High School in Dallas Tuesday. (KDFW)

The Dallas Independent School District (DISD) said the school was “secured” in an update shared just after 2 p.m.

Dallas Mayor Pro Tem Tennell Atkins said someone “opened the door” to the suspect.

Atkins said DISD is “aware” of the suspect’s identity, but it is unclear if there have been any arrests.

The shooting happened at about 1:25 p.m., according to a statement from DISD.

“Safety protocols have been implemented, and we are asking everyone to refrain from coming to the campus,” according to the statement.

Police officer with a rifle at Wilmer-Hutchins High School after a shooting

A police officer at Wilmer-Hutchins High School in Dallas after a shooting on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

As of 3:30 p.m., parents and guardians were allowed to reunite with students at Eagles Stadium, which is adjacent to campus, according to the school district. 

Officials asked parents to be prepared to arrive with a photo ID.

A group of police officers standing around near Wilmer-Hutchins High School

Police gather near Wilmer-Hutchins High School in Dallas. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

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“We understand this is a difficult time and ask for your patience,” the district wrote in an X post. “Counselors are on site and available.”

Video showed a number of first responders, including police, firefighters and paramedics at the school.

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There was a shooting at the high school nearly a year ago, prompting the use of metal detectors and clear backpacks, according to FOX 4.

DISD did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment.

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