Madison, Wisconsin school shooting victims identified

Published   Dec 18, 2024 07:04PM


A 14-year-old girl and a 42-year-old teacher who were shot and killed in Monday’s school shooting in Madison, Wisconsin, have now been publicly identified for the first time.



Rubi Patricia Vergara, 14, was one of two people shot and killed at Abundant Life Christian School on Monday, according to an obituary published by a Madison funeral home.



Vergara was described by her family as an “avid reader” who loved creating artwork, singing and playing keyboard.

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