Families Identify Victims Killed in Annunciation School Shooting

(Minnesota News Network- Minneapolis, MN) — The families of two children tragically killed in the shooting at Annunciation Church in Minneapolis are releasing their identities. Eight-year-old Fletcher Merkel and 10-year-old Harper Moyski lost their lives while attending the first all-school Mass of the year. Fletcher’s father, Jesse Merkel, expressed his grief, saying, a coward took my son’s life. He asked people to,” please remember Fletcher for the person he was and not the act that ended his life. Give your kids an extra hug and kiss today. We love you, Fletcher. You will always be with us.” Harper’s parents described her as “bright, joyful, and deeply loved.” They emphasized their focus on healing while urging leaders to take meaningful action on gun violence and mental health, so Harper’s story doesn’t become another tragedy.