30 Mar, 15:12··

Student killed, eight injured in Argentine school shooting.

El País

A school shooting happened in San Cristobal, Argentina, on March 30, 2026. A 15-year-old student killed a 13-year-old and injured others. The authorities are investigating the event.

The shooting took place at the Escuela Normal Mariano Moreno N°40 school. The suspect entered with a shotgun that was hidden in a guitar case. Eight people were injured in the attack. The 15-year-old suspect has been arrested. The event has shocked the country and led to investigations into school safety.

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Highlights

School Shooting in Argentina

On March 30, 2026, a 13-year-old student died and eight others were injured in a shooting at a school in San Cristobal, Argentina.

Suspect Arrested in Shooting

A 15-year-old student is accused of opening fire at the Mariano-Moreno school, resulting in a student's death and injuries to others.

Student Used Shotgun

The 15-year-old student used a shotgun to fatally shoot a classmate.

Shooting at Escuela Normal

The shooting occurred at the Escuela Normal Mariano Moreno N°40 in San Cristóbal, Argentina.

Investigations Underway

Authorities are investigating the shooting and its motives, and looking into school security.

Perspectives

Sources agree
  • An 15-year-old student opened fire at a school in San Cristobal, Argentina.
  • A 13-year-old student was killed in the shooting.
  • Eight other people were injured in the school shooting.
  • Authorities are investigating the incident and its motives.

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