Jamal Mitchell : “Minneapolis Shooting: 3 Dead in Police Suspect Clash”

MINNEAPOLIS — The city of Minneapolis is in mourning following a tragic incident on Thursday, where a Minneapolis police officer, Jamal Mitchell, lost his life in what authorities are calling an ambush. The officer was responding to a shooting call and was providing medical attention to a man who shot him, resulting in his untimely death.

Alongside the suspected gunman, another individual was also killed in the shooting, which occurred in a south Minneapolis neighborhood. The violent incident left a third person gravely injured, while a second officer and a firefighter sustained injuries as well, according to Minneapolis Assistant Police Chief Katie Blackwell.

Mayor Jacob Frey expressed his condolences, stating, “The city of Minneapolis lost a hero in police officer Jamal Mitchell. This officer gave 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.”

Authorities highlighted Mitchell’s heroic actions from last year, where he and another officer rescued an elderly couple from a house fire on his third day on the job. Chief Brian O’Hara commended their bravery, stating, “Their quick actions were truly heroic, as they prevented this fire from being even more tragic.”

This tragic event comes just three months after a similar incident in the Minneapolis suburb of Burnsville, where two officers and a firefighter-paramedic lost their lives while responding to a domestic violence call. The community is once again facing the harsh reality of the dangers faced by those in law enforcement.