Rhode Island Hockey Rink Shooting: Why were shots fired at Pawtucket’s Dennis M. Lynch Arena just before a youth hockey game? Family feud or pre-planned targeted attack? 3 dead including suspect, 3 seriously… Will the layers of conspiracy hidden in the peaceful city be revealed now?
Rhode Island Shooting: America’s Rhode Island shooting case has shaken the entire region. Gunfire erupted at the Dennis M. Lynch Arena in downtown Pawtucket, a few miles from Providence, during a youth hockey game. In this hockey rink shooting, three to four people including the suspect died, while three others are hospitalized in critical condition. According to the police, in the initial investigation this case seems to be a targeted attack related to a family dispute. However, it may take time for the whole truth to come out. After the incident, there was chaos in the entire area. Crying family members and children in hockey uniforms were seen standing outside the arena, who were about to play the match till some time ago.
Was the targeted attack planned before the youth hockey game?
According to eyewitnesses, the firing started suddenly. No one even got a chance to understand. Police and emergency teams immediately reached the spot. Nearby roads were closed and helicopters hovered overhead. Pawtucket Police Chief Tina Goncalves said three people died at the scene or afterward, including the suspect. Three injured are still battling for life and death.
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Investigating agencies are trying to find out whether the attacker had planned it in advance or the dispute suddenly turned violent. Officials say that this was not a random attack but an attempt to target a specific person.
Rhode Island Hockey Rink Shooting: Why did the peaceful city of Pawtucket shake?
Pawtucket, which has a population of about 80,000, is generally considered a quiet city. It is located north of Providence and near the Massachusetts border. Until recently it was also known for being the headquarters of the Hasbro company. But now this city has become a part of US Breaking News. People are asking questions on social media – was there a security lapse? Was anyone aware of the danger in advance?
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At present the police is investigating from every angle. The arena has been sealed and questioning of witnesses is underway. This incident once again highlights the seriousness of shootings in public places in America. As the investigation progresses, layers of this mysterious and painful attack will be revealed. Pawtucket Police Chief Tina Goncalves said the shooting appeared to be “targeted” and involved a “family dispute.” At a press conference, Goncalves said the first call about the shooting came in at 2:28 p.m. Police found two casuals inside the arena. He said it appeared the shooter died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound and two other people were also killed.