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Minneapolis Catholic School Shooting: Victims Identified, Investigation Underway

Eyewitness News ABC7NYSeptember 5, 20251 min474 views
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Deadly Shooting at Annunciation Catholic School

  • πŸ’” Two young victims, 10-year-old Harper Moyski and 8-year-old Fletcher Merkel, were killed in a horrific shooting at Annunciation Catholic School Church.
  • πŸ˜” Harper's parents described themselves as "shattered," while Fletcher is remembered as a smiling boy who loved sports.
  • πŸ‘₯ 18 others, mostly children, were injured in the attack that occurred on a Wednesday morning.

Shooter and Investigation Details

  • 🎯 The 23-year-old shooter, who police state previously attended the school, opened fire from outside the building.
  • πŸ”« The assailant was armed with a rifle, a shotgun, and a pistol, all of which were legally purchased.
  • πŸ” Investigators are actively combing through evidence to find answers regarding the incident.

Community Response and Public Safety Measures

  • 🀝 The Minneapolis community is coming together in heartbreak to support one another following the tragedy.
  • 🚨 The governor announced plans to deploy law enforcement to schools and places of worship to enhance public safety.
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