US school shooting leaves 5 including suspected shooter dead

The dead included children, according to media reports.

The shooting took place at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, which is a private institution with some 400 students starting from kindergarten through 12th grade, the Madison Police Department said on social media.

Addressing a press conference, Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes said that at least five people were killed in the incident, including the suspected shooter, who has been identified as a juvenile.

He was found dead by police when officers arrived at the school.

At least five people were transported from the scene and taken to hospitals, Barnes said.

A video posted from the scene on social media showed a massive emergency response, which included police, ambulance, and fire vehicles.

"Multiple injuries have been reported," the Madison Police wrote on social media. "This remains an active and ongoing investigation."

There was no immediate word on who carried out the shooting.

Gun control and school safety have become major political and social issues in the US where the number of school shootings has jumped in recent years.