Tragedy strikes hockey game: Ex-wife, son killed

Two victims, identified as the ex-wife and adult son of the alleged shooter, were fatally shot at a high school ice hockey game in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. The shooter, Robert Dorgan, was found dead at the scene from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. The attack, which police indicated was targeted and potentially related to a family dispute, also left three other family members critically injured. These individuals, including the victims' grandparents, were transported to the hospital in critical condition.

The incident unfolded inside the Dennis M Lynch Arena while players were on the ice, prompting widespread panic as teams and spectators fled the venue. Authorities recovered two legally owned firearms from the scene. Court documents reveal that the shooter's ex-wife filed for divorce in February 2020, citing grounds that were later amended. Police are reviewing extensive social media content from the suspect but have stated the suspect's gender identity is irrelevant to the ongoing investigation.

This tragedy has deeply impacted the victims' family, who have expressed their devastation and are fundraising for support. The suspect was employed by General Dynamics Bath Iron Works. Witnesses described the chaos and fear as gunfire erupted, with some recounting the immediate aftermath and emergency response efforts.