Heartbreaking Tragedy: Family Recounts Devastation After Trans Dad’s Deadly Shooting at Hockey Game

The families of the victims have issued a statement expressing their deep sorrow over the tragic incident that unfolded at a high school hockey game in Rhode Island. This week, a transgender gunman targeted his own family, leaving them and others devastated.

On Monday, 56-year-old Robert Dorgan unleashed gunfire within the Dennis M. Lynch Arena in Pawtucket. This occurred during a hockey match between Coventry and Blackstone Valley schools. Dorgan’s actions resulted in the deaths of his ex-wife, Rhonda Dorgan, and his son, Aidan Dorgan, before he turned the gun on himself, as reported by Pawtucket Police Chief Tina Goncalves.

In a statement released on Wednesday by the Dorgan family’s legal representatives, it was revealed that Rhonda’s parents, Linda and Gerald Dorgan, along with a family friend, Thomas Giarrusso, are still hospitalized in critical condition.

“This tragedy is a stark reminder that behind every news story lies a family enduring immense pain and loss,” the family expressed in their statement. “Our hearts go out to all the families affected by this recent tragedy, and our thoughts are with them during this difficult time.”

A graduation photo of Aidan and Rhonda Dorgan has surfaced, capturing a moment of joy now shadowed by the tragic events at the Dennis M. Lynch Arena in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. Both lost their lives in the shooting. (Photo courtesy of Rhonda Dorgan via Facebook)

“While there are many questions being asked, please know we are focused on all of those who have been injured and whose lives have been forever changed,” they added.

The Dorgan family was sitting in the bleachers during the shooting, but police said it appeared there was no conversation or confrontation between the suspect and the victims before he opened fire.

Authorities have not yet released a suspected motive.

Authorities said two people were killed and three others were injured in what they described as a family dispute allegedly perpetrated by Robert Dorgan. (Roberta Esposito via Facebook)

Attorneys said the family is cooperating with the appropriate authorities and agencies, and asked all questions be referred to legal spokesperson Lawrence J. Signore.

They did not comment on Robert and Rhonda’s two surviving children.

Attorneys said Dorgan’s family has been cooperative. (X/@VerdadEsPoder)

Signore’s website notes he represents individuals “injured due to someone else’s careless mistakes.”