A gunman opened fire during a mass at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, killing two children and wounding over a dozen. The suspect, believed to be in his early twenties, took his own life after the shooting, with authorities confirming no active threat to the community.
The shooting took place during a mass at the Annunciation Catholic School, which serves students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Local police confirmed that the gunman began firing a rifle through church windows, equipped with a rifle, a gun, and a pistol. Two children, aged 8 and 10, were killed in the attack. Authorities stated that they believe the suspect is deceased, with no active threat to the community.
City officials urged residents to avoid the area while the investigation continues. US President Donald Trump commented on the incident, stating he had been fully briefed and that the FBI was assisting. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz expressed support for the school community, praying for the children and teachers whose first week of school was marred by the horrific act of violence.
State authorities and federal agencies, including the FBI and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, are present at the scene. According to the Gun Violence Archive, there have been 287 mass shootings across the US this year, resulting in at least 240 deaths. The incident has sparked renewed discussions about gun control and school safety in the United States.