Three Killed, Multiple Injured in US Ice Rink Shooting
In a tragic incident at an ice rink in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, three individuals lost their lives due to a shooting. The event unfolded at the Dennis M. Lynch Arena around 2:30 PM local time on a Monday, coinciding with a scheduled youth hockey game.
Details of the Incident
Authorities have described the shooting as a “targeted” attack stemming from a family dispute. Pawtucket Police Chief Tina Goncalves reported that the suspect among the deceased appears to have inflicted the deadly wound upon themselves.
- Location: Dennis M. Lynch Arena, Pawtucket, Rhode Island
- Time: 2:30 PM local time
- Date: Monday (exact date unspecified)
Victims and Injuries
The two confirmed victims were adults, with one found within the arena and the other later succumbing to injuries at a hospital. Additionally, three others sustained serious gunshot wounds and are currently in critical condition. The police have withheld further information regarding the victims and the shooter as notifications to families are underway.
Witnesses reported a chaotic scene as families and hockey players, still in uniform, were seen embracing outside the arena in the aftermath. Furthermore, the shooting was captured on a live stream of the ongoing hockey game.
Responses and Ongoing Investigation
Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee expressed his condolences via social media, emphasizing the support of state police alongside local authorities at the site. As the investigation continues, police have cordoned off the ice rink to gather more evidence.
This shocking event has impacted the Pawtucket community deeply, and authorities are working diligently to provide updates as they become available.
