A tragic shooting occurred on August 27, 2025, at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis during a morning mass, resulting in the deaths of two children aged 8 and 10 and injuring 17 others, including many minors. The gunman opened fire with multiple weapons, including a rifle, shotgun, and handgun, before taking his own life at the scene.
The school, serving prekindergarten through eighth grade, had just started its academic year with students participating in a church mass. The incident shocked the local community and drew rapid response from law enforcement and emergency services, who quickly secured the area and evacuated students.
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara confirmed no ongoing threat to the public, while city officials and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz described the event as a horrific act of violence. President Donald Trump was briefed on the situation and expressed his condolences, urging prayers for those affected.
The shooting is one of several recent violent incidents in Minneapolis, raising concerns about gun safety and school security in the United States.