There has been a school shooting at Marshall County High School in Kentucky.Watch the press conference on the shooting HERE->

According to CBS News, two students, a 15 year old boy and a 15 year old girl pronounced dead at the hospital and at least 5 other students received non-gun related injuries.  The alleged shooter was 15 years old.  We'll keep you posted on those reports as new information is made available to us.

Eyewitnesses say some students ran for safety to the vocational school behind the high school when the shooting broke out.  Other students were reported running up the highway in front of the school to escape.

Authorities remain on the scene.

The Kentucky Department of Education is sending their support with thoughts and prayers for the Marshall County High School Community.

Department of Education via Facebook
Kentucky Department of Education via Facebook
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Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell tweeted his support and gave thanks for first responders.

Mitch McConnell via Facebook
Mitch McConnell via Twitter
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Governor Matt Bevin tweeted about the tragic shooting this morning to lend support. Bevin is on his way to Marshall County now.

Matt Bevin via Twitter
Matt Bevin via Twitter
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