A shooting at Annunciation Church in Minneapolis left two people dead and at least 17 others injured. President Trump addressed the incident, offering prayers and confirming the FBI’s quick response. Authorities are also investigating reports of a possible bomb inside the church and have urged residents to stay away from the area as emergency teams assist the victims, and the shooter has been contained.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey later told reporters that children were among those killed during the morning mass at Annunciation Catholic School. While he did not reveal the exact number of victims, he confirmed that children were among those who lost their lives. “children are dead.” “You cannot put into words the gravity, tragedy, or absolute pain of this moment,” Frey said.
What Trump Said
US President Donald Trump said he had been briefed on the “tragic shooting” and expressed concern over the incident.Trump said on Truth Social: “I have been fully briefed on the tragic shooting in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 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!”
US Vice President JD Vance wrote on X: “We’re at the White House monitoring the situation in Minneapolis. Join all of us in praying for the victims!”A Minneapolis hospital confirmed that five children injured in the shooting have been admitted for treatment.Officials are also looking into preliminary reports suggesting a possible bomb may have been planted inside the church on 54th Street.The City of Minneapolis confirmed the situation on its official X account, posting: “There is an active police situation at Annunciation Church, 509 W. 54th St.” Residents have been urged to stay away from the area to allow emergency services to assist victims.
The shooter does not have an extensive known criminal history and has been identified as Robin Westman, who was in his early 20s. Children were at a morning mass when the shooting began, as per local media.
