US Edition3 killed, including suspect, in shooting at a Rhode Island hockey rink
- On Feb. 16, 2026, authorities said three people, including the suspect, were killed in a shooting at Dennis M. Lynch Arena during a youth hockey game.
- Police say the incident is believed to be domestic, with the gunman targeting members of his own family and possibly involving parents of North Providence students.
- Local outlets WJAR and WPRI reported a young girl was killed, four people were taken to hospital, and Pawtucket Chief Tina Goncalves said three hospitalized victims are in critical condition.
- Authorities urged the public as ATF and Rhode Island State Police joined local law enforcement, roads were closed, and officials said they are working on reunification plans.
- Officials said students were secured in multiple locations while staff supervised teams and reunification and transportation plans were coordinated; tearful families and players left by bus, and additional updates will be shared.
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3 killed, including suspect, in shooting during Rhode Island youth hockey game
Authorities said three people were killed, including the suspect, at a shooting at a Rhode Island hockey rink where a youth hockey game was scheduled. Pawtucket Chief Tina Goncalves told reporters Monday afternoon that three other victims are hospitalized in critical condition.
Mass Shooting at Pawtucket Ice Rink: Multiple Casualties Reported
A mass shooting occurred at an indoor ice rink in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, on Monday, with multiple casualties reported and the suspect found dead at the scene. A gunman opened fire during a high school boys' hockey tournament at the Dennis M Lynch Arena, killing one young girl and injuring four others who were rushed to hospital for treatment. The Pawtucket mayor's office said the suspect, whose identity was not disclosed, was dead at the scene…
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