@cbsnews: The bystander who stepped in to stop a gunman at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, has come forward and identified himself as Kaylub Giamanco, a lifelong Bend resident who has two daughters at the school. Police say he pursued and fatally shot the 16-year-old attacker, ending a rampage that took the lives of three children and a teacher and wounded two others. A statement released by Giamanco's family on Friday said, "He is not seeking recognition, but instead wishes to express his gratitude to the first responders, school personnel, and community for the outpouring of love and support." "The tragedy at Silver Rail Elementary has devastated the Bend community," they wrote. Giamanco and his family asked for privacy and said they will not be giving interviews. #oregon #hero

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katherinehumphrey37
Katy Humphrey :
My heart breaks for him. He knew that the gunman was just a kid but had to make the choice to protect the others. I know this will stay with him for the rest of his life.
2026-10-16 20:31:14
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magic.self.revival
Magic.Self.Revival :
From my understanding, he’s not doing well. That’s a heavy burden to take even if you are doing what’s right.
2026-10-16 21:39:31
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carter120318
Carter :
Now we gotta start a go fund me bc it’s in Oregon so he’s probably gonna get charged with some bs
2026-10-16 22:24:05
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helloimtrina
helloimtrina :
What a dad. What a hero. As a mom to a little kid, thank you.
2026-10-16 21:09:37
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.mollified
mollified :
I think it’s interesting that they said bystander instead of parent- parent hits way hard harder
2026-10-16 20:38:15
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matthewflemming6
matthew... neal.. flemming :
Start a go fund me for this dude'
2026-10-16 20:20:16
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watty4671
watty :
I imagine he paid and will continue to pay a heavy cost for his bravery. He’s a hero in every sense of the word.
2026-10-16 20:56:40
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stoopidreboot
StoopidReboot :
And would like to be left alone so removing the post would mean so much to him. Respect the heroes request.
2026-10-16 22:17:40
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ashley_perry02
ashley_perry02 :
We knew it was a parent, did they say bystander to protect him at first?
2026-10-16 23:54:23
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hugheygirl
Jobina :
American hero dad
2026-10-16 21:26:32
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mm260126
Lulu :
a hero a sad situation nonetheless when will these tragedies stop
2026-10-16 20:06:21
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user2881502341381
Cristina :
May ✝️Christ help us, all. Our nation 🇺🇸 is extremely unwell🤒 right now. This is heart wrenching💔💔💔
2026-10-16 21:13:56
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oldmanreilly
oldmanreilly :
Bless you. It should never ever happen but with children it rips the soul out.
2026-10-16 23:54:14
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krista.m.c
krista.m.c :
His daughters were there 🥺
2026-10-16 20:55:24
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icy_fost1
icy_fost1 :
I hope someone makes sure he talks to someone. No one should have to do what he did, and it can, and probably will, take a tole on his mental health for a long time. God bless him for protecting those children.
2026-10-16 21:54:37
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jbelleinspired
@TheArtOfNoticing :
His babies were there 🥺 he did what any parent would do in his shoes. Right time, right place and exactly the right instincts. I'm sure his family is so grateful to have him alive today
2026-10-16 21:15:12
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zapgirl3335
Laura54321 :
God bless you sir. the angels brought you there
2026-10-16 20:42:43
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distractedst
distractedst :
There are people who could follow the shooter into the school and STILL not have what it takes to pull that trigger I can’t imagine what he’s going through rn.
2026-10-16 21:49:19
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queenbee8389
Queen Bee :
You should not be carrying a weapon if you are not prepared to use it. This is a lesson. The right person stepped in. What a challenging event to work thru. I hope he can find peace.
2026-10-16 21:51:58
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shannon.marie15
shannon :
Would love to buy him a steak and some beer! A true hero!
2026-10-16 20:23:03
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bigyoda42
BigYoda :
I’d say that’s a fairly stunning act of heroism and a fairly ordinary act of fatherhood.
2026-10-16 21:27:40
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didiaskyoumate
Peaceful life 🩵 :
Poor guy! I really hope he gets counselling and ongoing support.
2026-10-16 21:42:59
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katiesockowsky
Lady Peanuts :
No one really wants to be a hero in this kind of situation, but we are all in awe of your courage and accuracy 💜
2026-10-16 22:50:31
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lady.glaspie
Lady Glaspie :
Americans need to make sure this man never wants for nothing in life ever again, thank you for saving those kids. Rest in heaven to those he couldn't save. 💜
2026-10-16 21:23:22
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zoe.0222
zoe alexis🦢 :
I hope he’s okay… this shouldn’t have to happen.
2026-10-16 22:27:07
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