PARKLAND, FL – A high school in Parkland Florida, north of Fort Lauderdale, was the scene of a massive school shooting.

Broward County Sheriff’s office is now confirming that 17 people have died and two more are in critical condition.

Police have confirmed the suspect, Nicolas Cruz 19-years-old, a former student of the school, is in custody.

Information is still coming in on this story. Below are a number of video reports from Reuters News Service who are on scene.

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