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Suspect Killed Ex-Wife, Son at Rhode Island Hockey Rink: Police

Suspect Killed Ex-Wife, Son at Rhode Island Hockey Rink: Police

Summary

A person opened fire at a youth hockey game in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, on Monday, killing their ex-wife and adult son before dying from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to police. Three other people were injured, and a "good Samaritan" helped end the attack. The shooter, identified as Robert Dorgan, worked at a shipbuilding facility and had a brief military background.

Key Facts

  • The shooting occurred during a youth hockey game in Pawtucket, Rhode Island.
  • The victims included the shooter's ex-wife, Rhonda Dorgan, and their son, Aidan Dorgan.
  • The shooter, Robert Dorgan, died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot.
  • Three other people from the ex-wife's family were injured and taken to hospitals.
  • Police believe the attack was targeted and related to a family dispute.
  • The event was live-streamed, leading to widespread sharing of the footage online.
  • Dorgan worked at General Dynamics Bath Iron Works, a company contracted with the U.S. Navy.
  • Dorgan had a short military career in the Marine Corps, ending with rapid discharge.
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