SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — On Wednesday morning, a gunman fired into a Minneapolis Catholic school, killing 2 children and injuring 17 people. The Salt Lake City Catholic Diocese is speaking on the local impact of the loss, as well as the security measures they take in their buildings.

At approximately 8:30 a.m. CT, on August 27, 2025, 23-year-old Robin Westman fired shots through the windows of the Minneapolis Annunciation Church, where dozens of children were attending a school mass service, along with several adults.

According to Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara, an 8-year-old and a 10-year-old were killed. Additionally, 14 other children and three adults were injured. O'Hara said the remaining victims are expected to survive, with a range of severity of injuries.

The shooter, West

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