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WATCH LIVE: White House holds briefing as Minneapolis recovers from school shooting

WATCH LIVE: White House holds briefing as Minneapolis recovers from school shooting

Summary

A shooting occurred at a Catholic school in Minneapolis, where a gunman fired into a church during a school gathering. Two children were killed, and several others were injured. The suspect was found dead, and authorities have not identified a motive.

Key Facts

  • The shooting took place in a Catholic school church in Minneapolis.
  • Two children, aged 8 and 10, were killed during the incident.
  • Seventeen people were injured, including children and elderly parishioners.
  • The suspect, Robin Westman, was found dead by suicide behind the church.
  • Westman had previous ties to the church and school, as his mother worked for the parish.
  • The police have not yet revealed the motive for the attack.
  • Law enforcement quickly responded to the scene after the shooting began.

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