A Minneapolis, Minnesota active shooter scenario unfolded just in the first week of school. The attack was particularly horrific for targeting a Catholic church and school. Police have tweeted that the suspect has been contained and that there is no further danger to the community. The city of Minneapolis then released a statement reiterating that things were indeed under control.
Governor Tim Walz was initially briefed of the shooting, and has remained involved and in touch with developments. He expressed his concern for the affected children and educators, stating, “I am praying for our kids and teachers whose first week of school was marred by this horrific act of violence.” His comments underscore just how bad the crisis has become. For thousands of families, the wake of this shocking tragedy continues to take a heavy toll.
President Donald Trump has called it a disgraceful display. We’re glad that he has now received a full briefing on this tragic shooting. He went on Truth Social to express his outrage. He emphasized the importance of how quickly federal authorities, including the FBI, mobilized to respond to the scene. Trump asked the American people to join him in praying for those on all sides.
Senators from Minnesota, Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith expressed their sadness and outrage over the violence. Senator Amy Klobuchar thanked those first responders for their quick collaboration in tackling the crisis. In a poignant statement, Senator Tina Smith remarked, “It’s the first week of school. These kids should not be fearing for their lives.” Her words speak for a lot of parents and community members who are kind of living in the wake of this horrific incident.
As investigations to determine the causes and accountability continue, local authorities have sought to reassure residents that there is no imminent threat to safety. The city confirmed, “There is no active threat to the community at this time. The shooter is contained.”
The Minneapolis Catholic church and school community is now anticipating a long and painful recovery process. They join us daily in navigating the emotional toll that this incident has taken. The shooting that led to the questioning of school safety and security highlights the tragic consequences of insufficient safety measures in our schools.