Tina Goncalves

Tina Goncalves is the Pawtucket Police Chief. She is newsworthy due to her role as the primary spokesperson for the police department following a mass shooting at the Dennis M Lynch Arena in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, during a high school hockey game. The shooting resulted in three fatalities, including the suspect, Robert Dorgan (also known as Roberta Esposito and Roberta Dor...), and three critical injuries. Chief Goncalves has been providing updates to the media, confirming details about the victims, the suspect's death, and the ongoing investigation. She has indicated that the shooting appears to be a targeted event possibly stemming from a family dispute. Her role is significant as she leads the police response and investigation into this tragic incident, providing crucial information to the public and coordinating efforts to understand the circumstances surrounding the shooting.