On the morning of Friday, October 14, three people were shot near the Colégio Estadual José Ligiéro in Itaperuna, located in the Noroeste Fluminense region of Brazil. According to the Civil Police, the incident involved two men on a motorcycle who opened fire on two individuals in public near the school. Following the gunfire, one victim sought refuge in the school’s sports court, while another attempted to flee down the street. The assailants escaped the scene on the motorbike after the shooting. Among those shot were a young girl, a boy who was struck twice in the leg, and a physical education teacher. All three victims received medical attention promptly, and initial reports indicate that their conditions are stable, with no immediate threats to their lives. The prompt response from emergency services and the police was critical in managing the aftermath of this violent incident. Law enforcement agencies, including the Military Police, have conducted searches for information regarding the assailants and the circumstances surrounding the incident. Given the occurrence of violence near an educational institution, this shooting raises concerns about safety in schools and community vigilance in the face of increasing crime rates in some regions of Brazil.