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Shooter Contained After Attack at Minneapolis Catholic Church and School

Federal officials put the toll at two dead, about 20 injured, including pediatric patients.

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Parents await news of their children's status after shooting at Annunciation Church on Wednesday morning, Aug. 27, 2025 in Minneapolis. (Richard Tsong-Taatarii/The Minnesota Star Tribune
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Overview

  • Gunfire erupted during an all-school Mass at Annunciation Church and its K–8 campus in south Minneapolis, with first reports around 8:27–8:30 a.m. CT.
  • City officials said there is no active threat and confirmed the shooter is contained, while directing families to a reunification zone at the school and asking the public to avoid the area.
  • The Department of Justice told Reuters that two people were killed and about 20 were injured as authorities continue to verify victim counts.
  • Children’s Minnesota confirmed five pediatric admissions and Hennepin Healthcare reported caring for additional patients.
  • A large multi-agency response is underway with Minneapolis police, the Minnesota BCA and State Patrol, and agents from the FBI and ATF on scene as investigators work to determine the suspect’s identity, weapon access and motive.