TMJ4 News: Remembering Rubi Patricia Vergara, Victim of Madison School Shooting
Community's Heartbreak Over Loss
The teenage student who lost her life in the shooting at Abundant Life Christian School (ALCS) in Madison has been identified as Rubi Patricia Vergara, 14. Vergara's family says she was a freshman at the school, and that she loved reading, art, singing, and playing the keyboard. She tragically lost her life along with a teacher when a 15-year-old opened fire during a study hall on Monday morning, Dec. 16, according to the Madison Police Department (MPD).
Honoring Rubi's Memory
Vergara was identified, along with the teacher, Erin M. West, 42, by The Dane County Medical Examiner’s Office on Wednesday. Six others were injured in the shooting, but their names have not been released. Vergara will be laid to rest on Saturday, as stated in an obituary from Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care.
Her family authorized the release of the obituary, according to Channel 3000. TMJ4 also spoke with Channel 3000 and confirmed that its reporter spoke with the family. Her funeral will be streamed online for those wishing to pay their respects.
Meanwhile, Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes has not released a motive, calling it a tragic event that has shaken the community.
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