At least 20 people were injured and 2 children killed in a shooting at the Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis on Wednesday, police said.
According to the Richfield Police Department, “Officers are reporting 20 victims,” and “a man dressed in all black and armed with a rifle was reported at the scene.”
The Minneapolis Police Department shared a message from the city of Minneapolis confirming “there is no active threat to the community at this time” and “the shooter is contained.”
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According to police, the shooter – who has not been publicly identified – is deceased.
On X (formerly Twitter), Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz wrote, “I’ve been briefed on a shooting at Annunciation Catholic School” and “I’m praying for our kids and teachers whose first week of school was marred by this horrific act of violence.”
“Stay away from the area to allow emergency personnel to help victims,” city officials added.
Hennepin Healthcare wrote on X that it is caring for people injured in the shooting, while Children’s Minnesota Hospital said six children are being treated.’
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According to Fox 9, videos taken at the scene on Wednesday showed parents leading their kids away from the school.
An eyewitness, a resident who lives in the area, said they heard so much gunfire they didn’t call it in to police, thinking it was someone roofing their house.
The station also reported that students were in mass at the time of the shooting.
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Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said, “DHS is monitoring the horrific shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis. “We are in communication with our interagency partners and will share more information as soon as it becomes available. I am praying for the victims of this heinous attack and their families,” she continued.
President Donald Trump said he has been “fully briefed on the tragic shooting in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
On his Truth Social, President Trump wrote, “The FBI quickly responded and they are on the scene. The White House will continue to monitor this terrible situation. Please join me in praying for everyone involved!”
