Three people were killed and 20 others injured in a shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, officials said. The shooter was among the dead, according to a U.S. Justice Department official.
The incident occurred on Wednesday, just two days after the school year began at the private elementary school. Annunciation Catholic School, which serves about 395 students, is connected to Annunciation Catholic Church. Both are located in a residential neighborhood in southeast Minneapolis.
Authorities reported that a man dressed in black and carrying a rifle was seen at the scene. Local media said children were attending a morning Mass when the shooting began. Police and emergency responders quickly arrived to secure the area and assist victims.
Parents rushed to the school as law enforcement cordoned off the site with yellow police tape. TV footage showed families guiding students, who wore green polo shirts and blue shorts or skirts, to safety.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz said he had been briefed on the situation and promised to provide updates. He expressed sympathy for the victims, saying, “I’m praying for our kids and teachers whose first week of school was marred by this horrific act of violence.”
The U.S. President also commented, noting that the FBI was investigating. “Please join me in praying for everyone involved!” he said on social media.
This tragic event has sparked widespread concern nationwide. It highlights the vulnerability of schools to acts of violence, even in peaceful residential areas. Officials are working to support victims and their families while investigating the motive behind the shooting.
Authorities have urged anyone with information to come forward. Meanwhile, the community is grappling with the shock and grief caused by this attack.
The Minneapolis Catholic School Shooting is now under thorough investigation, and security measures are being reviewed to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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