A tragic scene unfolded during a youth hockey game in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, as three individuals, including the suspect, were fatally shot, authorities reported. The incident left three others in critical condition, with reports pointing to a possible familial dispute as the cause of the violence.
Pawtucket Police Chief Tina Goncalves specified that while the victims appear to be adults, the investigation is ongoing to determine what led to the incident. The chaotic scene unfolded at Dennis M. Lynch Arena, drawing a significant police presence and emotional family members outside the venue.
As helicopters circled and the community grappled with the tragedy, tearful local high school hockey players were seen embracing as they boarded buses away from the scene. Once known as the corporate hub of Hasbro, Pawtucket now faces the somber aftermath of this tragic event.
(With inputs from agencies.)