An assistant football coach in California is recovering after being shot while breaking up a fight outside Vallejo High School.
According to police, several students were fighting with "some unknown males" Tuesday afternoon when the coach intervened and broke up the confrontation.
Some of the suspects fled the area in a dark-colored sedan while shooting back towards the remaining group, police said.
The coach was hit by at least one bullet and suffered a non-life-threatening injury.
"This is a senseless act of violence committed by some individuals who do not value human life," Vallejo Police Chief Shawny Williams said in a statement. "Enough is enough. It's a sad day anyone is shot in front of our children at school where they should feel safe."
No arrests have been made.
"The motive and circumstances involving this incident remain under investigation," police said, while asking parents for help. "Please talk with your child. Anything that our students might be aware of where there are problems or dangerous activities in our community we need to know about and act on."
At the time of the shooting, there was a college fair and three classes in session. There were also 200 student-athletes on campus, which was briefly put on lockdown.
School continued Wednesday as scheduled with increased safety officers and a police presence, as well as mental health providers to assist students who may need additional support.
Police did not release the identity of the coach. He was named by KNTV as football defensive coordinator Joe Pastrana, known as "Coach Joe."
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