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Rhode Island ice rink shooting leaves two dead and three injured
Summary
Officials said a shooting at the Dennis M. Lynch Arena in Pawtucket killed two people, injured three others, and the suspected shooter was found dead; police said the incident may be linked to a family dispute.
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A shooting at a high-school hockey game at the Dennis M. Lynch Arena in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, on Monday killed two people and injured three, officials said. Pawtucket Police Chief Tina Goncalves said the incident may be linked to a family dispute. Police reported the suspected shooter was found dead at the arena and several victims were taken to hospital in critical condition.
Key facts:
- Two people were reported killed in the incident, with one found at the arena and another pronounced dead at hospital.
- Police said the suspected shooter was found dead at the arena.
- Three other victims were taken to a hospital and were described as in critical condition.
- The FBI in Boston posted that there was no imminent public safety threat and said it was not involved in the response.
Summary:
Authorities reported multiple fatalities and serious injuries at the arena and described the situation as contained by local responders. Undetermined at this time.
