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Shooter Targets Catholic School In Minneapolis, Multiple People Killed

RNN Staff

A tragic mass shooting erupted at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis on Wednesday, injuring at least 20 individuals, according to law enforcement officials. The violence shattered the first week of the academic year for students at the K-8 Catholic school, prompting a massive emergency response across local and federal agencies.

Authorities reported that a man dressed entirely in black and armed with a rifle entered the school grounds and opened fire. Witnesses described scenes of chaos as students, teachers, and staff scrambled for cover. The Richfield Police Department confirmed that “officers are reporting 20 victims.” While the identities and ages of those injured have not yet been released, law enforcement later confirmed that the shooter was “contained” and is now deceased.

Parents raced to the scene to reunite with their children. Eyewitness footage showed emotional scenes of adults leading terrified students away from the building. Some local residents initially mistook the sound of gunfire for construction work or roofing activity, not realizing a deadly attack was underway.

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz released a statement acknowledging the incident, saying, “I’ve been briefed on the shooting at Annunciation Catholic School. I’m praying for our kids and teachers whose first week of school was marred by this horrific act of violence.” City officials asked residents to avoid the area so first responders could do their jobs effectively and attend to the wounded.

Federal and local authorities rapidly mobilized after reports of the shooting broke. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) confirmed its agents responded to the scene, along with FBI officials. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey said he had been in contact with Police Chief Brian O’Hara and had activated the city’s emergency response team. “We are monitoring reports of horrific violence in South Minneapolis. Our first responders are on the ground, and we are coordinating at every level,” he stated.

Hennepin Healthcare, a major trauma center in the city, said it is treating victims from the school shooting, though it did not specify the number of patients or their conditions. A law enforcement source described the number of injuries as “substantial.”

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President Donald Trump confirmed from the White House that he had been fully briefed on the incident. “The FBI quickly responded and they are on the scene,” Trump said in a statement. “Please join me in praying for everyone involved in this terrible situation.” The president added that the White House will continue to monitor developments closely.

The shooting took place just days after the start of the school year, with students having returned to classrooms on Monday. The motive behind the attack is still under investigation, and the name of the shooter has not been released.

As Minneapolis reels from yet another tragic act of violence, local leaders and federal officials are urging calm, unity, and vigilance as the investigation continues. More updates are expected from law enforcement as details emerge about the suspect, the victims, and how the attack unfolded inside the school.

UPDATE: The shooter has been confirmed dead, according to multiple sources.

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