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Pawtucket Today
By the People, for the People
Son of Ice Rink Trans Shooter Jailed for Church Arsons
Kevin Colantonio sentenced to over 6 years for setting fires at predominantly Black church
Published on Feb. 25, 2026
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The son of the transgender shooter who opened fire at a Pawtucket, Rhode Island ice rink is currently serving a prison sentence for setting fires to a predominantly Black church in 2024. Authorities found writings in Colantonio's home expressing racist views and a desire to 'gun everyone down that isn't white'.
Why it matters
This case highlights the complex and troubling connections between the ice rink shooting, the church arsons, and the perpetrators' extremist ideologies. It raises concerns about the potential for violence and hate crimes stemming from individuals with a history of mental health issues and extremist views.
The details
In 2024, Kevin Colantonio, the son of the transgender ice rink shooter Robert Dorgan, was sentenced to over 6 years in prison for using gasoline to set multiple fires along the exterior of Shiloh Gospel Temple, a predominantly Black church. No one was harmed in the fires as the church was empty at the time. Authorities found writings in Colantonio's home expressing racist views and a desire to 'gun everyone down that isn't white'.
- In 2024, Colantonio set the fires at Shiloh Gospel Temple.
- Colantonio was sentenced last year for the church arsons.
The players
Kevin Colantonio
The son of the transgender ice rink shooter Robert Dorgan, who is currently serving a prison sentence for setting fires to a predominantly Black church in 2024.
Robert Dorgan
The transgender shooter who opened fire at a Pawtucket, Rhode Island ice rink and is the father of Kevin Colantonio.
Shiloh Gospel Temple
A predominantly Black church that was the target of the arsons committed by Kevin Colantonio in 2024.
The takeaway
This case highlights the troubling connections between extremist ideologies, mental health issues, and acts of violence and hate. It underscores the need for comprehensive approaches to address the root causes of such crimes and prevent further tragedies.
