PAWTUCKET, R.I. (WJAR) — A significant police presence was visible Monday afternoon at an ice rink in Pawtucket where a shooting was reported.
The response was centered on the Dennis M. Lynch Arena on Andrew D. Ferland Way, where a high school hockey game was taking place.
St. Rafael Academy said “there was a horrific incident with an active shooter. We have been told none of our SRA family was injured.”
Coventry’s superintendent sent an email to the school community.
“We are aware of a serious reported incident at Lynch Arena in Pawtucket, where our Boys Hockey team was playing. Information is still developing, and we are activly working with event staff and local authorites to understand the situation,” the message said.
“We have been informed that students are secured in multiple locations. At this time, we are still working to confirm the status and location of all individuals. Our priority is the safety of our students and staff, and we are moving as quickly as possible to gather accurate information,” the message said.
No additional information was immediately available.
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