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Shocking footage captures shooter firing at high school hockey match
Update: Shooting at Rhode Island High School Hockey Game Leaves Multiple Injured
Officials confirm a tragic incident at a high school hockey game in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, earlier today. Authorities say two people have been killed and three others injured after shots were fired at the Dennis M. Lynch Arena, roughly five miles from Providence.
According to reports, the gunfire came from the stands behind the Blackstone Valley School team. Emergency services rushed to the scene, and the suspect reportedly died from a self-inflicted gunshot. Pawtucket Police Chief Tina Goncalves described the shooting as potentially family-related and emphasized that there is no ongoing threat to the public.
The FBI is on-site, offering support to local and state law enforcement, according to Director Kash Patel.
Blackstone Valley High School released a statement:
“We are aware of a serious reported incident at Lynch Arena in Pawtucket, where our Boys Hockey team was playing. Information is still developing, and we are actively working with event staff and local authorities to understand the situation.
We have been informed that multiple students are secured in multiple locations. At this time, we are still working to confirm the status and location of all individuals. Our priority is the safety of our students and staff, and we are moving as quickly as possible to gather accurate information.”
The Boston Bruins also issued a statement expressing their condolences, noting their close ties to Rhode Island through their AHL affiliate in Providence.
Video from Lynch Arena in Pawtucket when the shooting occurred. You cannot see anything – the noise is unmistakeable – but the reaction and chaos that follows the follows tells the story. pic.twitter.com/AYAdA2jEDE
— Eric Rueb (@EricRueb) February 16, 2026
Video circulating online shows the chaos following the gunfire, though no graphic content is visible. Thoughts and prayers are being offered for everyone affected by this senseless tragedy.
More updates will follow as authorities release additional information.
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