Visuals outside the school. Gunfire shots were reported on Wednesday morning at a Catholic school in Minneapolis, USA (Photo: CBS)
Gunshots were reported at a Catholic school in Minneapolis, USA, on Wednesday morning, August 27, around 8:15 am (local time). Authorities confirmed the shooter has been neutralised.
The shooting was reported at the Annunciation Catholic School located at 53rd Avenue and Bryant Avenue South.
Although there are no immediate reports of injuries or casualties, Governor Tim Waltz expressed concern regarding the incident. “I’m praying for our kids and teachers whose first week of school was marred by this horrific act of violence,” Waltz wrote on X.
Meanwhile, Minneapolis mayor Jacob Frey took to X saying the situation is being monitored. “We will share more information as soon as we can. Please give our officers the space they need to respond to the situation,” read his post.
(This is a breaking story. Details awaited)
This post was last modified on August 27, 2025 8:18 pm