Melania Trump reacted to the shooting at a Catholic church in Minneapolis that killed two children by calling for 'preemptive intervention' to detect potential shooters.
The First Lady, a passionate advocate for children, gave a rare public statement in response to the tragedy with a detailed call for solutions to rooting out potential future threats on social media.
'The tragic mass killing in Minnesota illuminates the need for pre-emptive intervention in identifying potential school shooters. Early warning signs are often evident, with many individuals exhibiting concerning behaviors and making violent threats online prior to their actions,' she wrote.
'To prevent future tragedies, it is crucial we look into behavioral threat assessments across all levels of society—beginning in our homes, extending through school districts and of course, social media platforms. Being aware of these warning signs and acting quickly can save lives and make American communities safer.'
Two children aged eight and 10 were killed in the attack and at least 17 other victims - 14 children and three adults - were injured at Annunciation Church before Westman took their own life, according to authorities.
