20 injured’ after ’gunman storms US Catholic school’

At least 20 people are injured after a shooting at a Catholic school in Minneapolis.

The shooter, who has been "neutralised", reportedly stormed Annunciation Catholic Church at around 8:30am local time as children attended their first mass of the school year.

Minnesota state troopers, local police, FBI agents and paramedics are on the scene as the situation unfolds.

Initial reports suggested at least four people were injured, with the shooter dead.

Children have been seen leaving the church following the shocking attack.

Taking to TruthSocial, Donald Trump said he has been "fully briefed" on the "terrible situation" unfolding in Minneapolis

"The FBI quickly responded and they are on the scene," he wrote.

"The White House will continue to monitor this terrible situation. Please join me in praying for everyone involved!"

Witnesses report a person dressed in all black, holding an assault rifle, was spotted on church grounds.

State Governor Tim Walz took to Twitter and wrote: "I’ve been briefed on a shooting at Annunciation Catholic School and will continue to provide updates as we get more information.

"The BCA and State Patrol are on scene. I’m praying for our kids and teachers whose first week of school was marred by this horrific act of violence."

Minneapolis mayor Jacob Frey said: "I'm monitoring reports of horrific violence in South Minneapolis.

"I'm in touch with Chief O'Hara and our emergency response team has been activated. We will share more information as soon as we can. Please give our officers the space they need to respond to the situation."

Following the attack, the official City of Minneapolis on X confirmed the shooter had been neutralised, but a crime scene remains in place.