Civilians halt Rhode Island ice rink shooter, averting more tragedy
TL;DR
During a Monday youth hockey game in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, a gunman opened fire. Bystanders, led by Michael Black, tackled the shooter after jamming the weapon, while others rendered first aid as five people were wounded. The shooter died from a self-inflicted gunshot after pulling a second gun. Police praised the group of civilians who intervened, and investigators are examining motives and connections to the incident.
Topics:nationlocal#bystander-heroism#gun-violence#ice-hockey-arena#local#rhode-island#shooting-investigation
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