Two children, ages eight and ten, were killed Wednesday in a mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, Police Chief Brian O’Hara confirmed.
He called it a “deliberate act of violence” and condemned the “sheer cruelty” of firing into a church full of children.
BREAKING: Two children dead, 17 people injured in Minneapolis Catholic school shooting. Shooter took his own life in rear of church.
— Fox News (@FoxNews) August 27, 2025
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey told reporters, “Children are dead. There are families that have a deceased child. You cannot put into words the gravity, the tragedy or the absolute pain of this situation.” He urged the community to rally around grieving families.
There are no words that can capture the horror and tragedy of the unspeakable act of evil at Annunciation Catholic Church. Children have been killed, more are injured, our community is shaken. Right now, our entire city needs to wrap these families in love and support.
— Mayor Jacob Frey (@MayorFrey) August 27, 2025
🚨NEW: Minneapolis police chief says they believe there was a single shooter in the Catholic church attack — and that he is “deceased.” pic.twitter.com/Ho4Sa3uHgw
— Fox News (@FoxNews) August 27, 2025
Authorities confirmed the suspected shooter is dead and the situation has been contained. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension and State Patrol are assisting. FBI agents also responded, while Hennepin Healthcare reported an ongoing emergency.
The shooting occurred during the first week of classes at the K-8 Catholic school, further shocking the community.
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