A beloved Catholic priest, Rev. Raj “Arul” Balaswamy Carasala, is fatally shot inside the rectory of Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Seneca, Kansas, while young students play outside during recess. Authorities report that 57-year-old Carasala was gunned down by 66-year-old Gary Hermesch, who then walked to a nearby sheriff’s office to surrender.
The shooting occurred just steps from where fourth-graders heard the gunfire, leaving the small community of approximately 2,100 residents reeling from the tragedy. Carasala, a respected figure since becoming pastor in 2011, is remembered for his deep faith and dedication to the parish, prompting heartbroken parents to question how to explain this shocking event to their children, many of whom knew him well.
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