Two adult civilians killed, two injured by gunfire
Minneapolis Police Department and City officials are mourning the death of one of their own. Late this afternoon, Officer Jamal Mitchell who has been with the department for less than two years, lost his life in the line of duty.
“Today the City of Minneapolis lost a courageous hero. Officer Jamal Mitchell was a father, a son, a fiancé, and a beloved member of our Minneapolis Police Department. Today, he made the ultimate sacrifice to protect and save the lives of others. His life, his service and his name will forever be remembered in the City of Minneapolis,” said Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey. “Our hearts go out to Officer Mitchell’s family and loved ones, to the families of the victims of this senseless tragedy and to the members of our extraordinary police department who are grieving.”
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, Mayor Jacob Frey, Minneapolis Police Assistant Chief Katie Blackwell and Assistant Chief Christoper Gaiters and city council members gave a press conference late Thursday night where they honored the service of Officer Mitchell. Minneapolis Police Department Chief Brian O’Hara was returning to Minneapolis from an out-of-town conference.
“It is with a heavy heart that I share with you the incredibly tragic and deeply troubling news that we have lost one of our own. There are no words to appropriately describe this tragedy, and my thoughts are with his family at this time,” Chief O’Hara said. “Jamal lived a life of purpose and make no mistake; Jamal made a difference in other people’s lives. That’s what cops do. I am angry and I am hurt by an attack on our officers, but this is a tragedy I was praying we would not have to face. As police officers, we know dying in the line of duty is always a possibility, but the harsh reality hurts very deeply when it happens.”
The following information is preliminary and subject to change:
At approximately 5:15 p.m. on May 30, 2024, Minneapolis Police received a call of two people shot inside an apartment on the 2200 block of Blaisdell Ave. S. Officers from Minneapolis Police’s Fifth Precinct responded and the suspected shooter opened fire on the officers. Minneapolis Police officers exchanged fire with the suspect, and two officers and the suspect were injured during the gunfight. The suspected shooter died at the scene despite lifesaving efforts. One officer sustained an apparent non-life-threatening injury, and another received life-threating injuries. Both officers were transported to Hennepin County Medical Center (HCMC). One officer was treated and released. The second officer, identified as Officer Mitchell, died of his injuries at the hospital.
Officers searching the apartment building located two individuals, who may have been residents of the building, apparently injured by gunfire. One of these individuals, an adult, was found deceased in the apartment. The other individual, also an adult, was transported to HCMC with life-threatening injuries.
Outside the apartment, another adult male was found shot while in his vehicle. He was transported to HCMC with life-threatening injuries. A Minneapolis firefighter also received a non-life-threatening injury during the incident. They were taken to the hospital where they were treated and released.
Forensic scientists from the Minneapolis Police Forensic Division responded to process the scene and collect evidence. Homicide detectives responded to begin an investigation.
Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) investigators are working with MPD investigators to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting deaths.
There have been no arrests. The GO number for this incident is 24-146842. More information will be provided about the incident as the investigation continues, including additional information about Officer Mitchell. The Hennepin County Medical Examiner will release the names of the other deceased individuals, and the cause and nature of their deaths.
The incident webpage will be updated as information becomes available.