Mother of Minneapolis School Shooter Uncooperative with Police

The mother of Robin Westman, the transgender individual responsible for a deadly shooting at Annunciation Catholic School, has not engaged with law enforcement and has hired a defense attorney following the incident that resulted in two children losing their lives and 18 others wounded.

Mary Grace Westman, who previously worked at the targeted school, has not responded to police inquiries, as confirmed by Minneapolis police officials. Police chief Brian O’Hara noted, “We have not been successful in talking to the shooter’s mother.”

He also mentioned that authorities executed four search warrants on Wednesday, retrieving hundreds of pieces of evidence, including electronic devices, although he provided no details on communications with her.

Later, Mary Grace retained attorney Ryan Garry to handle legal matters and media inquiries. Garry stated that she is distraught but not culpable, underscoring her desire to manage incoming calls and investigations.

Robin Westman legally changed his name from Robert in 2020, reportedly supporting his gender transition. In a manifesto posted to YouTube, Robin expressed regret about his identity as a transgender person, writing, “I’m tired of being trans, I wish I never brain-washed myself,” and mentioned that he might cut his hair on the day of the attack to avoid suspicion.

Robin also expressed dissatisfaction with his body’s development, stating, “I regret being trans. I wish I was a girl, but I can’t afford the technology to change that.”

Details of the Shooting

Robin, a graduate of the school, launched the attack during a back-to-school Mass, firing through stained-glass windows. The incident claimed two young lives and injured numerous others, including 15 students, some of whom remain in critical condition.