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Authorities Name 16-Year-Old in Evergreen High Shooting as Probe Turns to Possible Radicalization

Investigators are examining a potential extremist influence with federal assistance.

Overview

  • The suspect was identified as student Desmond Holly, 16, who died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound after opening fire at Evergreen High School around 12:24 p.m.
  • Two students were injured; one remained in critical condition and another was stabilized and transferred, according to hospital updates.
  • Officials say Holly used a revolver, fired repeatedly, reloaded multiple times, and brought a substantial amount of ammunition onto campus.
  • Search warrants cover his phone, home, car, and locker as the FBI, NCIS, and ATF assist with digital forensics and evidence collection.
  • Authorities reported no police gunfire, credited lockdown training with limiting casualties, opened reunification and support services, and closed several nearby Jeffco schools; one victim was identified by family as 18-year-old Matthew Silverstone.