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Letters Found and Internal Probe Deepen Mendoza School Gun Case

The 14-year-old remains under psychiatric care pending assessments of motive, firearm custody.

Overview

  • Investigators recovered two handwritten letters addressed to the girl's parents from her backpack, and police sources say they are examining possible premeditation.
  • Authorities confirm the 9mm pistol was her father's service weapon, and San Luis internal affairs opened an inquiry into how it was stored and potential disciplinary action.
  • The adolescent is hospitalized at Hospital Humberto Notti under medical and psychological treatment, her father said she is being cared for and declined to discuss the weapon.
  • During the incident at Escuela N°4 Marcelino Blanco, police evacuated students and staff, negotiated with the student after multiple shots were fired, and several people were treated for panic.
  • Juvenile authorities in Mendoza are handling the case due to her age, acquaintances describe her as very quiet, and reports note prior tension with a teacher as inquiries continue.