Washington, Feb. 16 -- Congressman Gabe Amo issued the following press release:

TODAY, Congressman Gabe Amo (D-RI) released the following statement on the shooting in Pawtucket at Lynch Arena:

"My thoughts are with the victims of the shooting in Pawtucket at Lynch Arena. I also send comfort to all of the families and spectators who witnessed this horror.

I'm saddened that gun violence has impacted another community - an ice arena should be a safe place for kids and families to come together. It's horrible that the memory of these teams' high school hockey Senior Night, with families from across Rhode Island, will be a tragedy.

I have been in touch with Mayor Grebien and am grateful to bystanders, law enforcement, and first responders w...