UPDATE: Aug. 28 at 2:30 p.m.
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Lexington confirmed to LEX 18 that the suspected Minneapolis Catholic school gunman, Robin Westman, attended an area school during the 2011-12 school year.
Original Story:
Following the tragic news that two children were killed and 17 others injured Wednesday during mass at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, the Diocese of Lexington extended their prayers and condolences to the affected families.
"As a diocese rooted in faith and compassion, we stand in prayerful solidarity with the affected families and the broader community. May the promise of God’s love, comfort, and hope shine brightest in this moment of darkness," the statement read.
National News
2 children killed in shooting during Mass at Minneapolis Catholic school
Authorities reported that the gunman shot multiple rounds from outside of the church as school students and staff attended mass.
"This was a deliberate act of violence against innocent children and other people worshiping," said Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara. "The sheer cruelty and cowardice of firing into a church full of children is absolutely incomprehensible."
In addition, State Auditor Allison Ball released the following statement on X:
"My heart breaks for the families of the two children lost and the 17 injured in the tragic Minneapolis school shooting that occurred today. I am praying for the Minneapolis community, the school, and the families and friends impacted by this devastating loss."
