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By the People, for the People
Feds Seize Guns, Ammunition from Rhode Island Trans Shooter's Home and Storage Unit
Authorities recovered a sawed-off shotgun, AR-15 style rifle, and other weapons during searches of Robert Dorgan's properties.
Published on Feb. 24, 2026
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Federal agents, state police, and local cops have seized a sawed-off shotgun, AR-15 style rifle, handgun frame, ammunition, and other items from the home and storage unit of Robert Dorgan, the transgender shooter who killed his ex-wife and adult son at a Pawtucket, Rhode Island ice hockey arena before taking his own life. The searches were conducted two days after the deadly attack.
Why it matters
The discovery of the additional firearms and ammunition in Dorgan's possession raises further questions about his access to weapons and potential planning for the attack. Authorities are investigating whether Dorgan had any other plans or targets beyond the tragic events at the hockey arena.
The details
During the searches, law enforcement recovered a sawed-off shotgun, an AR-15 style rifle, a handgun frame, weapon accessories, and ammunition from Dorgan's storage unit in Brunswick. They also found ID documents, an electronic device, and more ammunition at his home in Bath, Maine. Surveillance video and items found in a white van with a Maine license plate led police to Dorgan's properties.
- On February 17, 2026, Dorgan fatally shot his ex-wife Rhonda and adult son Aidan at the Dennis M. Lynch Arena in Pawtucket, Rhode Island before taking his own life.
- On February 19, 2026, federal agents, state police, and local cops conducted searches of Dorgan's home and storage unit, seizing the additional firearms and ammunition.
The players
Robert Dorgan
The transgender shooter who carried out the deadly attack at the Pawtucket ice hockey arena, killing his ex-wife and adult son before taking his own life.
Rhonda Dorgan
The ex-wife of Robert Dorgan, who was killed in the attack at the Pawtucket ice hockey arena.
Aidan Dorgan
The adult son of Robert Dorgan, who was killed in the attack at the Pawtucket ice hockey arena.
Amanda Wallace-Hubbard
The daughter of Robert Dorgan, who feared her family could be targeted in the attack.
Michael Black
The individual who was able to grab Dorgan's gun and prevent him from firing it again during the attack.
What they’re saying
“I turned around and Rob was looking into my eyes, and I really felt like we were next.”
— Amanda Wallace-Hubbard (The Post)
“I just grabbed, went for the gun and I got my hand caught.”
— Michael Black (WCVB)
What’s next
The guns and ammunition seized from Dorgan's properties will be sent to a Rhode Island crime lab for further analysis as part of the ongoing investigation.
The takeaway
This case highlights the need for stricter gun control measures and better mental health support to prevent such tragic acts of violence, especially when the perpetrator has a history of concerning behavior and access to firearms.
