TLDR;
The video reports on a school shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in South Minneapolis during a school mass. A gunman opened fire through the church windows, resulting in the death of two children and injuries to 17 others. The shooter, identified as 23-year-old Robin Westman, had no known criminal history and took his own life after the attack. The video includes details about the heroic actions of teachers and older students, as well as the emotional response from the community and local officials. Westman's social media activity and a handwritten letter suggest he was struggling with mental health issues.
- Shooting occurred during a school mass at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis.
- Two children were killed, and 17 were injured.
- The shooter, Robin Westman, took his own life and had a history of mental health struggles.
Scene After School Shooting [0:00]
The video opens with scenes of parents reacting to the news of a school shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in South Minneapolis. The shooting occurred during a school mass in the first week of classes. Initial reports indicated that 30 to 50 shots were fired by a male wearing all black with a rifle, who was last seen near the playground.
Details of the Shooting [0:39]
During the mass, a gunman approached the church and began firing a rifle through the windows, targeting children in the pews. Teachers and older students acted heroically, protecting the younger children. One 10-year-old student described hiding under the pews during the shooting. Two children were killed, and 17 were injured.
Shooter's Identity and Background [1:18]
The shooter was identified as 23-year-old Robin Westman, who had no known criminal history. His social media pages, which have since been taken down, contained images of guns and ammunition, as well as a hand-drawn layout of a church that he stabbed with a knife. Westman left a four-page handwritten letter to his family and friends, expressing that he was not well and couldn't stop himself from committing the act. His mother had worked at the church until her retirement in 2021.
Community Response [2:11]
The video shows a clip of students singing happily a few months before the shooting, contrasting with the current tragedy. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Fry expressed his grief, emphasizing that children should be able to attend school and church without fear of violence, and parents should have assurance of their safety.