Washington DC [US], August 27 (ANI): At least five children were injured in a shooting on Wednesday morning at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, Minnesota, authorities confirmed. Law enforcement sources told the New York Times that the suspect has been contained and there is no ongoing threat to public safety. Residents were urged to avoid the area.
The City of Minneapolis posted on X: “There is an active police situation at Annunciation Church, 509 W. 54th St. There is no active threat to the community at this time. The shooter is contained. Stay away from the area to allow emergency personnel to help victims – W. 54th Street between Lyndale and Nicollet Ave.”
Children’s Minnesota Hospital confirmed that it is treating five children, but did not disclose the severity of their injuries or their ages. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) said agents were on-site at the church in South Minneapolis.
The school serves students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, and the new school year began on Monday with an all-school Mass scheduled for Wednesday morning.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz expressed sympathy, stating on X: “I’ve been briefed on a shooting at Annunciation Catholic School and will continue to provide updates as we get more information. The BCA and State Patrol are on scene. I’m praying for our kids and teachers whose first week of school was marred by this horrific act of violence.”
US President Donald Trump also reacted 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!” (ANI)
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