Mysterious Letter of Minneapolis School Shooter Goes Viral, Raising Questions

The tragic shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school on Wednesday morning has left the nation in a state of shock. The incident resulted in the deaths of two children and left 17 others injured. The shooter, identified as 23-year-old Robin Westman, was later found dead in the school’s parking lot. Authorities suspect suicide. Adding to the mystery, Westman was purportedly slated to appear in videos on a YouTube channel titled “Robin W.” Though the videos were taken down, a letter released prior to the attack has rapidly spread online, providing troubling details about his mental condition and possible reasoning behind the violence. In the letter, the shooter apologizes for the incident and its potential effects. He advises his family to change their names and “move on.” The letter commences with an apology and his sentiments about the disturbance he brought into his loved ones’ lives. Westman expresses that he does not expect forgiveness or an apology. He recognizes that his actions will affect a vast number of people.