Following a shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis that resulted in the deaths of two children and injuries to other students and adults, Congressman Chris Smith (NJ-04) released a statement expressing his condolences and gratitude to those who responded.
“My wife, Marie, and I are heartbroken and horrified by the unimaginable act of violence that occurred at Annunciation Catholic School today, which claimed the lives of two young children and injured other students and adults gathered for Mass.
“We pray for those precious young students whose lives were cruelly taken; those recovering from serious injuries; the families of the victims; the students and faculty who gathered to celebrate Mass in recognition of the start of the new school year; and the entire Minneapolis community.
“We send our deep thanks and appreciation to the Annunciation faculty, who acted quickly to protect students, as well as local, state, and federal law enforcement for their prompt response.
“We are grateful for the Trump Administration’s quick efforts to recognize and investigate this inconceivable tragedy inflicted upon young students gathered for prayer and worship.”
Chris Smith has represented New Jersey’s 4th district in Congress since 1981. He was born in Rahway, New Jersey in 1953, graduated from The College of New Jersey with a BS in 1975, and currently resides in Manchester Township.
