From the Office of the Governor:

SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued the following statement after the shooting death this morning of a West Mesa High School student in Albuquerque:

“I am devastated by the death of this young student today. My thoughts are with the students, families and staff of West Mesa High School and the greater Albuquerque community, and my prayers are with the loved ones of all those affected by this senseless act of violence. Gun violence is a scourge on our society, especially among young people – we must continue to do everything in our power to prevent these tragedies from occurring. My office is in close contact with the district and local authorities as additional details of the investigation are made available and the state stands ready to assist the community however, we can.”

Editor’s note: Albuquerque police have reported that the suspected shooter is believed to be another juvenile, who remains on the loose. The shooting appears to have happened during an altercation between the two individuals that occurred east of the football field near the campus.