Third victim dies after shooting at Rhode Island youth hockey game

Pawtucket police said the shooter was the former father-in-law of two of the victims.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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A third victim has died from injuries sustained during last week's deadly shooting at a youth hockey game in Rhode Island. The shooter was identified as 56-year-old Robert Dorgan, who was the ex-husband of one of the victims and the father of another. Dorgan died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. Authorities said they have seized multiple firearms and other evidence connected to the shooting.

Why it matters

The shooting at the youth hockey game has shocked the local community and raised concerns about gun violence and public safety at sporting events. The involvement of a former family member as the shooter also highlights the potential for domestic disputes to escalate into deadly incidents.

The details

According to police, the shooter was Robert Dorgan, also known as Roberta Esposito, who was the ex-husband of victim Rhonda Dorgan and the father of victim Aidan Dorgan. Authorities said Dorgan died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. In addition to the three fatalities, two other victims were hospitalized in critical condition. Investigators executed search warrants in Maine, where Dorgan lived and worked, and recovered several firearms, ammunition, and other evidence.

  • The shooting occurred on February 16, 2026.
  • Authorities executed search warrants in Maine on February 21-22, 2026.

The players

Robert Dorgan

The 56-year-old shooter, who was the ex-husband of one victim and the father of another.

Rhonda Dorgan

One of the victims, who was the ex-wife of the shooter.

Aidan Dorgan

The adult grandson of one of the victims, who was also killed in the shooting.

Gerald Dorgan

The third victim, who was the former father-in-law of the shooter and died from his injuries.

Bath Iron Works

The company where the shooter was employed at the time of the shooting.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.