Third victim dies from wounds suffered in Rhode Island ice rink attack, police say

Associated Press (AP)EN 1 min read 100% complete by Updated [hour]:[minute] [AMPM] [timezone], [monthFull] [day], [year]February 26, 2026 at 10:53 AM

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A third victim has died following a shooting at a youth hockey game in Pawtucket, Rhode Island on February 17, 2026. Gerald Dorgan succumbed to his injuries, joining his daughter, Rhonda Dorgan, and grandson, Aidan Dorgan, who were also killed in the attack. The shooter has been identified as Robert Dorgan, 56, who died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound after targeting his family members. Linda Dorgan and a family friend were also wounded in the incident. Authorities have praised bystanders who intervened to contain the shooter during the attack at the Dennis M. Lynch arena.

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Thomas Geruso 40% Linda Dorgan 50% Dennis M. Lynch arena 60% Donald Grebien 60% Pawtucket ×270% Pawtucket Police 70% Rhode Island 80% Aidan Dorgan ×380% Rhonda Dorgan ×490% Gerald Dorgan ×290% Robert Dorgan (Roberta Esposito, Roberta Dorgano) ×495%

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