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Student Shot Inside Wootton High School, Classmate Arrested
Shooting prompts lockdown, suspect taken into custody near school
Published on Feb. 10, 2026
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A student was shot inside Wootton High School in Rockville, Maryland on Monday afternoon, prompting a lockdown. Police arrested another student, Kahlil White-Villatoro, 16, who was charged as an adult with attempted murder and other firearms-related offenses.
Why it matters
School shootings continue to be a major concern for communities across the country, raising questions about student safety, access to firearms, and the mental health support available for young people.
The details
The shooting occurred around 2:15 pm in a hallway of Wootton High School. The injured student was taken to a hospital and was reported to be in stable condition. Police quickly identified and apprehended the suspected shooter, a 16-year-old classmate, near the school. A handgun was recovered during the investigation.
- The shooting occurred around 2:15 pm on Monday, February 10, 2026.
- The suspect, Kahlil White-Villatoro, was charged as an adult on Tuesday, February 11, 2026.
The players
Kahlil White-Villatoro
A 16-year-old Rockville resident who was arrested and charged as an adult with attempted murder and firearms offenses related to the shooting at Wootton High School.
Wootton High School
A public high school located in Rockville, Maryland that was the site of the shooting incident.
What’s next
The judge will decide whether to grant bail for the 16-year-old suspect on Thursday.
The takeaway
This tragic incident underscores the need for continued efforts to improve school safety, address gun violence, and provide comprehensive mental health support for students to prevent such events from occurring.
