Shooting at Rhode Island ice rink leaves at least two people dead

The Guardian - World NewsEN 1 min read 100% complete by Sara BraunFebruary 16, 2026 at 11:23 PM

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A mass shooting at an indoor ice rink in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, during a high school hockey game on Monday afternoon resulted in at least three deaths and three critical injuries. The Pawtucket police chief confirmed that the suspect is among the deceased, apparently from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The shooting occurred at the Dennis M Lynch arena during a boys’ hockey game involving multiple local schools. Authorities believe the shooting was a targeted event, possibly related to a family dispute, but details remain limited. The identities of the victims are currently being withheld.

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