A tragic mass shooting erupted during a youth hockey game in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, on February 16, 2026, when Robert Dorgan, a 56-year-old man also known as Roberta Esposito, opened fire on his own family members.
Dorgan targeted his ex-wife, Rhonda Dorgan, and their son, Aidan, both of whom were fatally shot in an incident described by authorities as part of a troubling family dispute.
In the chaos that ensued, three additional individuals were critically injured as spectators scrambled for safety, with brave bystanders tackling Dorgan to prevent further harm.
The shooter ultimately took his own life, bringing the total number of fatalities to three and leaving the community grappling with the devastating aftermath.
In the days leading up to the violence, Dorgan displayed alarming behavior and made ominous social media posts that foreshadowed the tragic event.
The shooting has ignited discussions surrounding gun control and the complexities of family dynamics, prompting local officials to temporarily suspend hockey league activities and hold vigils for the victims.
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