Authorities identified the shooter as Robin Westman, a local woman in her early 20s who had legally changed her name from Robert in 2020. Westman left behind disturbing online material, including videos with firearms, white supremacist imagery, and anti-religious symbols. A handwritten manifesto revealed years of mental health struggles, emotional isolation, and remorse for her actions.
Officials believe Westman died during the attack. Witnesses described the chaos and fear inside the church. Fifth-grader Weston Halse…