Summary
A shooter opened fire at a church in Minneapolis where children were attending a service. Two children died, and 17 others got hurt during the incident, which authorities consider an anti-Catholic hate crime. The shooter, Robin Westman, died from a self-inflicted gunshot.
Key Facts
- The shooting happened at a church that also serves as a school.
- Two children were killed and 17 more were injured.
- The suspect, Robin Westman, was 23 years old and died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
- The FBI is investigating the incident as an anti-Catholic hate crime.
- The shooter reportedly used three firearms and fired shots through the church windows.
- Witnesses described confusion and terror as the event unfolded.
- A smoke bomb was found at the scene, but no bullet casings were inside the building.
- Local residents and witnesses recounted the chaos and helped children escape.
