Suspect Under Scrutiny for Harbored Hatred, According to US Attorney
In a shocking turn of events, a tragic incident unfolded in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Wednesday morning. The suspect, identified as Robert Westman, opened fire near a Catholic school and fired through the windows of a church during a service, leaving a trail of grief and sorrow.
According to the police chief's confirmation at an afternoon press conference, Westman's actions targeted children, resulting in the death of two young victims aged 8 and 10, and injuring fifteen children aged 6 to 15 and three adults over the age of 80.
The US Secretary of Homeland Security confirmed Westman's identity, and it was revealed that he had changed his name a few years ago. Police reportedly recovered 116 rounds at the scene.
Westman, who was assigned male at birth but identified as female, had a concentrated hatred towards Black, Mexican, Christian, and Jewish people. However, it was his obsession with the idea of killing children that drove him to commit this heinous act.
Investigations are ongoing, and numerous notes secured at the scene are currently being evaluated to understand Westman's motive further. It was revealed that his admiration was solely for mass murderers and school shooters, indicating a chilling disregard for human life.
Westman's heart was reportedly filled with hatred, and his actions were intended to see children suffer. This tragic incident serves as a grim reminder of the importance of addressing and combating hate crimes in our society.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families affected by this senseless act of violence. The community of Minneapolis stands united in grief and resilience during these difficult times.