In a tragic incident at a youth hockey game in Potakete, three people were killed during a shooting that took place on Monday afternoon. Police Chief Tina Goncalves noted that someone intervened to help end the violent episode by attempting to subdue the shooter, who had come to watch a family member play. After the attack, the shooter reportedly turned the gun on themselves, and the police are currently investigating the details surrounding the incident. Goncalves indicated that it appears to have been a targeted act possibly linked to family disputes.

The shooter has been identified as Robert Dorgan, also known as Robert Esposito, born in 1969. No further details about Dorgan or the victims have been disclosed, but Goncalves confirmed that the victims were believed to be adults. Investigators are working diligently to reconstruct the timeline of events, conducting interviews with numerous witnesses who were present in the Dennis M. Lynch rink, located near Providence. They are also reviewing video footage from the hockey game in a bid to gather more information on the tragic incident.

This incident highlights the ongoing concerns regarding gun violence in public spaces, particularly at community events where families gather. The investigation's outcome could have significant implications for discussions around safety measures at sporting events and community gatherings, as well as broader conversations about gun control policies in the United States.