Minneapolis Catholic School Shooting: 2 Children Killed, 17 Injured in Domestic Terror Attack

Shooting at Annunciation Catholic School

• 🎯 A gunman, identified as 23-year-old Robin Westman, opened fire at Annunciation Catholic School Church in Minneapolis during a morning mass.
• 💔 The attack resulted in the deaths of two children, ages eight and 10, and injured 17 others, including 14 children.
• ⚠️ Authorities are investigating the incident as an act of domestic terrorism and a hate crime targeting Catholics.
• 🕯️ Flags across the country were ordered to fly at half-staff in respect for the victims.

The Attack and Its Aftermath

• ⚡ The gunman approached the church from outside and fired numerous rounds through stained glass windows, aiming at children in the pews.
• 🏃‍♂️ Witnesses described hearing what they thought were fireworks, followed by the realization of gunfire, leading to panic and hiding under pews.
• 🚑 Law enforcement responded quickly, with some officers administering first aid and comforting those affected.
• 🩹 The injured, including three adults in their 80s, are all expected to survive.

Investigation and Suspect Details

• 🔒 The suspect, Robin Westman, died at the scene from a self-inflicted gunshot wound and has no prior criminal history.
• 🗺️ Authorities have obtained search warrants for the church and residences connected to the suspect.
• 📝 A manifesto posted on social media by the suspect, containing disturbing writings, has been taken down.
• 🚪 Evidence suggests the shooting was planned, with a wooden plank found to barricade side doors.