Minneapolis Annunciation Shooting Kills 2, Injures 17

A tragic mass shooting occurred at Annunciation Catholic School and Church in Minneapolis on the morning of August 27, 2025, during a start-of-school Mass. The gunman, identified as 23-year-old Robin Westman, fired multiple weapons from outside through the church's stained glass windows, killing two children and injuring 17 others, including three adults, before taking his own life. A fifth grader, Weston Halsne, described the terrifying experience and how a friend who shielded him was shot and hospitalized. Authorities revealed that the shooter had a family connection to the school, as his mother worked there, prompting an investigation into the suspect’s background, planning, and weapon access, as well as security reviews at the school. The incident has deeply affected the local community, with officials urging anyone with information to come forward and emphasizing ongoing efforts to prevent future tragedies. Police and local leaders continue to investigate the motive and circumstances surrounding the attack amid widespread shock and concern.