MASON — Carter Lumber has confirmed that one of its employees was killed in a shooting today at the company's door manufacturing facility on Reading Road in Mason. In a statement, the company says law enforcement responded immediately and remains on the scene. Carter Lumber says it is fully cooperating with the investigation and is providing assistance to authorities. The company says it is not releasing additional details while the investigation remains active and out of respect for those affected. Carter Lumber extended its condolences to the employee's family, loved ones and coworkers, saying its focus is on supporting employees and everyone impacted by the tragedy. Police have not yet released additional information about the shooting or identified the victim.

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