Trump releases statement after reports of up to 20 people injured in Minneapolis school sh0.ting.
Following a shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis on August 27, former President Donald Trump issued a public statement. The incident occurred during the students’ first week back from summer break.
Initial reports from federal law enforcement sources indicated that as many as 20 people were injured. The shooter, described as a man dressed in all black and armed with a rifle, was later contained by authorities.
Local police confirmed that there was no longer an active gunman at the scene. The City of Minneapolis assured residents that there was no ongoing threat to the wider community, though the school remained an active crime scene.
On his Truth Social platform, Trump stated he had been briefed on the tragic event. He noted that the FBI had quickly responded and was on the scene, and he asked the public to join him in prayer for everyone involved.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz confirmed that state patrol authorities were on-site assisting with the response. The FBI and other federal agencies were also participating in the investigation.
A family reunification area was established at 525 W. 54th Street to help parents locate their children. The public was advised to avoid the area to allow emergency personnel to assist victims effectively.
At the time of reporting, a motive for the shooting had not been established by investigators. The situation continues to be actively investigated.
