Pawtucket Ice Rink Shooting Updates: At least two people were killed in a shooting at an indoor ice rink in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, on Monday afternoon, according to local officials.
Pawtucket Police Chief Tina Goncalves said at a news conference that two adult victims were killed and three others remain in critical condition. Investigators believe the shooting was targeted and may have stemmed from a family dispute.
Police confirmed to WPRI that the suspected gunman is dead. Local sports reporter Branden Mello reported that one of the victims later died from their injuries.
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The shooting occurred during a boys’ hockey game between two local schools. According to Mello, shots were fired from behind the stands. He also reported that a father at the scene is being described as a hero after he reportedly grabbed a gun from the shooter, who was allegedly carrying a second weapon.
Authorities said the investigation is ongoing as they work to determine the full sequence of events.
This is a developing story. More details are expected.
