Two students at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis have been caught in the crossfire of gun violence, leaving the entire community in shock. Nine-year-old June Holine and 10-year-old Sophia Forchas were both victims of separate shootings near the school, just days apart.
June was shot while playing in a park near the school, while Sophia was hit by a stray bullet while walking home from a friend's house. Both girls are now fighting for their lives in the hospital, leaving their families and classmates devastated.
As the Minneapolis Police Department investigates the shootings, concerned parents are left wondering how such a senseless act of violence could happen in their community.
Friends and teachers of June and Sophia have come together to support their families during this difficult time, while local leaders are calling for an end to gun violence in the city. The tragic events have served as a wake-up call for the community, highlighting the need for increased safety measures and a renewed effort to address the root causes of gun violence in Minneapolis.
Category: U.S.
Published on: 2025-08-28 14:15:26
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