URGENT UPDATE: The Stewartville community has united to raise over $25,000 for two families devastated by a tragic shooting at Stewartville High School on December 12, 2025. A GoFundMe campaign initiated by the Stewartville Wrestling Booster Club has surpassed its initial goal of $22,000, reflecting the community’s overwhelming support.
Just hours after the incident, which occurred around 5 a.m. while the wrestling team was preparing for a tournament in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the club expressed its sorrow via a Facebook post. “Our hearts are with the victims, their families, friends, coaches, and everyone affected,” the post read. The wrestling community, known for its resilience, is rallying together to support those in need during this heartbreaking time.
The shooting left a student critically injured and an adult male deceased from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. The identities of those involved remain undisclosed as of December 14, according to Olmsted County Sheriff Kevin Torgerson. He confirmed that investigators are still piecing together the events leading to this tragic morning.
A press conference is scheduled for Monday to provide further details on the incident. In the meantime, community members can contribute to the ongoing fundraising efforts both online through GoFundMe and in person at any Eagle Rock Bank branch, referencing the “Stewartville Wrestling Benefit Account.”
In addition to the GoFundMe, local business Full Court Custom Apparel Inc. is donating 100% of proceeds from shirt sales to the victims’ families, reinforcing the community’s commitment to providing support. Other wrestling programs, including Dover-Eyota and Plainview-Elgin-Millville, have also stepped in, donating hundreds of dollars to aid in the recovery.
As the community grapples with the aftermath of this shocking event, the call for unity and support remains strong.
For those wishing to donate or learn more about how to help, contact the Stewartville Wrestling Booster Club at [email protected]. The funds raised will directly assist the families impacted by this tragic event, demonstrating the power of community in times of crisis.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
