At least two people have died after a shooting at a school in Canada, according to reports.
Police are responding to a "serious incident" at the La Loche Community School in Saskatchewan, which has been placed on lock down.
Teddy Clark, the chief of Clearwater River Dene Nation, told the local newspaper that at least two people had died but police have not confirmed it.
He told the Saskatoon StarPhoenix: “The community usually pulls together really strong in times like this. Right now, La Loche is devastated,”
It was also reported the suspect behind the incident is in custody.
Parents are reportedly forming crowds outside the school to see if their children have been hurt.
A statement on the school's Facebook page said the public have been told to stay clear until the scene is safe.
It reads: "There is currently an emergency occurring at the Dene Building and we are asking the public to stay away while the matter is resolved by the RCMP.
"The elementary school is also under a lock down which will not be lifted until we hear that it is safe from the La Loche RCMP.
"We will not be allowing anyone in or out until we have a clear idea of what is going on."
Brad Wall, premier of Saskatchewan, wrote on Facebook:"Words cannot express my shock and sorrow at the horrific events today in La Loche. My thoughts and prayers are with all the victims, their families and friends and all the people of the community."
In an emailed statement the Royal Canadian Mounted Police said: "Parents and community members are asked to not attend the Dene High School at this time due to the active, ongoing incident. Parents only are asked to attend the Ducharme Elementary School on Mission Street in La Loche.
"We are in the preliminary stages of investigation. Further details will be provided as they become available."
