Police respond to reports of shooting at high school hockey game in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, ATF says


The ATF says federal agents are responding to assist state and local law enforcement after reports of a shooting during a high school boys’ hockey game in Pawtucket, Rhode Island.

CBS affiliate WPRI reported the shooting happened at the Dennis M. Lynch Arena on Monday afternoon.

It wasn’t immediately confirmed how many people may have been injured or if there were fatalities.

Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee said on social media that he and Pawtucket Mayor Don Grebien are monitoring the shooting, adding that state police are working with local law enforcement.

“I am praying for Pawtucket and everyone involved,” McKee said.

Pawtucket is located about 45 miles south of Boston.

This is a breaking news story. Check back for updates.



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