A tragic shooting incident at a hockey arena in Rhode Island has left at least one person dead and four others injured, as reported by sources close to the situation. The shooter has also been confirmed deceased.
Authorities from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) are currently on-site to support local law enforcement in the investigation. The Rhode Island State Police are coordinating with local agencies, with Governor Dan McKee indicating collaborative efforts to manage the aftermath and ensure community safety. Providence Police have also deployed officers to assist in the situation.
Reports specify that the shooting occurred during hockey games involving two co-op teams. North Providence School officials have suggested that preliminary information indicates the incident may have involved parents of students connected to the team. Meanwhile, Coventry School officials have confirmed that all their students are safe. Superintendent Don Cowart reassured parents through a communication stating that an officer from the Coventry Police Department remains with their students during the current crisis and that they are continuing their monitoring of the situation as reunification plans are organized.
Saint Raphael Academy has echoed similar sentiments, noting that while there was an active shooter incident, none of their students were harmed. Governor McKee expressed his condolences and prayers for Pawtucket and all individuals affected by the incident through a post on social media.
The Dennis M. Lynch Arena, where the shooting took place, is located approximately five miles from Brown University’s engineering building. A previous shooting incident here in December, where a gunman killed two students and injured nine others, has left an enduring impact on the community.
As this story is still developing, further updates are expected to provide more details about the incident and its implications for the community.