Investigators are digging into the background of the Minneapolis Catholic school shooter as they work to determine a motive for Wednesday’s attack that left two children dead and injured more than a dozen others.

Authorities say the shooter left behind extensive writings and visual materials that may provide insight into the planning and mindset behind the attack.

Authorities identified the shooter as Robin Westman.

According to investigators, Westman was armed with a rifle, a shotgun and a handgun — all purchased legally. Police said Westman died by suicide after carrying out the attack.

Court records show Westman was born Robert Westman and legally changed their name in 2020 when they were about age 17. The name-change request included written consent from Westman's mother.

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