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shooting at a Catholic School: A mass shooting occurred at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis just before 8:30 am local time.
Fatalities & Injuries: Two children (aged 8 and 10) were killed, and 17 others were wounded – 14 children and three elderly parishioners. The gunman died by suicide.
Response & Examination: Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara is leading the investigation. The FBI is investigating the shooting as a potential act of domestic terrorism and a hate crime targeting Catholics.
Motive Unknown: Police haven’t yet established a connection between the gunman and the church or determined a motive, but are examining a social media post.
Gunman’s Online Presence: The alleged gunman had a YouTube channel (“Robin W”) with videos displaying weapons and ammunition, some with disturbing messages (“kill Donald Trump,” “Where is your God?”).The channel has as been taken down.
Scene Details: A wooden plank was used to barricade doors, and a smoke bomb was found at the scene.
Community Reaction: Hundreds attended a vigil, expressing grief and shock. There’s a sense of questioning faith in the wake of the tragedy.
Survivor Account: A fifth-grader, Weston Halsne, described hiding under a pew while his friend was hit.
