What Happened?

A shooting took place at Annunciation Catholic School in Coon Rapids,Minnesota,on tuesday,August 27,2025. Initial reports indicate the incident occurred during the school day. The extent of injuries and the circumstances surrounding the shooting are currently under examination.

Governor Tim Walz stated he had been briefed on the situation, describing it as a “tragic shooting.” He expressed his concern for the students and teachers affected by the violence, noting it occurred during their first week of school. Governor Walz shared this information on social media.

I’ve been briefed on a shooting at Annunciation Catholic School and will continue to provide updates as we get more information. the BCA and State Patrol are on scene.

I’m praying for our kids and teachers whose first week of school was marred by this horrific act of violence.

– Governor tim Walz (@GovTimWalz) August 27, 2025

According to the school’s website, an all-school Mass was scheduled for 8:15 am local time (2:15 pm Irish time) on the day of the shooting. The school website is available hear.

Response and Investigation

The Minnesota bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) and the State Patrol are currently on the scene, assisting with the investigation. Authorities have not yet released details about potential suspects or motives. Updates will be provided as they become available.

Annunciation Catholic School

Annunciation Catholic School is a Catholic elementary school located in Coon Rapids, Minnesota. It serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th grade.The school is part of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis. More information about the school can be found on its official website.