Providence, Rhode Island — A Deadly shooting During a youth hockey game in Rhode Island last week that claimed the life of a third victim, a grandfather whose daughter and grandson were also killed in the attack, authorities said Wednesday.
Gerald Dorgan, who was in critical condition, died from his injuries, according to Pawtucket police.
Pawtucket Mayor Donald Grebien said he was deeply saddened by the shooting death of another person.
“Our thoughts and prayers remain with the victim’s family, friends and all those affected by this tragic act of violence,” he said in a statement.
Dorgan’s daughter, Rhonda Dorgan, and grandson, Aidan Dorgan, were also killed in the shooting.
Police identified the shooter as Robert Dorgan, 56, who died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. Dorgan also used the names Roberta Esposito and Roberta Dorgano, authorities said. Robert Dorgan’s ex-wife was Rhonda Dorgan and adult son Aidan Dorgan.
Officials said the shooter was specifically targeting family members.
Rhonda Dorgan’s mother, Linda Dorgan, and family friend Thomas Girosso were injured.
Law enforcement credited the many people who intervened quickly Stop the attack. At least three bystanders were able to contain the shooter in the stands while the crowd fled and ran around them.