Gerald Dorgan, 75, passed away after nine days in intensive care following injuries sustained in a shooting at a high school hockey game in Pawtucket on February 16. His death brings the total number of fatalities in this tragic incident to three.
Previously, Rhonda Dorgan and her son Aidan Dorgan died at the scene of the attack. Pawtucket Mayor Donald R. Grebien released a statement expressing profound sadness over the latest loss, calling it an act of violence that has taken a heavy toll on the community.
Incident Details
The suspect, Robert Dorgan, 56, opened fire in the stands at Lynch Arena while the game was in progress. Officials stated that he targeted family members before dying at the scene after being subdued.
Several others, including Linda Dorgan and family friend Thomas Geruso, were also seriously injured and remain under medical care. According to police records, a long-standing conflict existed among members of the Dorgan family, including previous disputes in family court.
This tragic event has shocked the Pawtucket area and raised many questions about the complexity of family conflicts and safety measures at school sporting events. A comprehensive investigation into the shooting is ongoing by Rhode Island law enforcement agencies.
