1. Minneapolis police officer killed in ambush
2. Shooter identified as Mustafa Mohamed in Minneapolis ambush.
Accident – Death – Obituary News :
(KNSI) – The perpetrator behind the tragic shooting of Minneapolis Police Officer Jamal Mitchell has been identified as 35-year-old Mustafa Mohamed. The incident occurred last week at an apartment complex located on the 2200 block of Blaisdell Avenue in the south end of the city.
Details of the Incident
According to preliminary investigations, Officer Mitchell responded to a distress call indicating that two individuals had been injured on the street. Upon arrival, Mitchell approached one of the injured men, later identified as Mustafa Mohamed, in order to assess his condition and provide necessary aid. Tragically, Mohamed unexpectedly drew a handgun and fired a fatal shot at Officer Mitchell.
Backup officers swiftly arrived at the scene to find Mohamed still firing at Mitchell’s lifeless body. In a heroic display of courage, the officers engaged Mohamed, ultimately neutralizing the threat by fatally shooting him. The officers involved in this encounter possess a combined 19 years of law enforcement experience.
BCA Investigation
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) reported that Mohamed was armed with a handgun equipped with an extended magazine, which was recovered at the scene. In addition to probing the officer-involved shooting, the BCA is also investigating a separate homicide within one of the apartments at the complex.
As per standard protocol following a use-of-force incident, the officers directly involved in the altercation have been placed on administrative leave pending the completion of the investigation. The BCA is committed to releasing a comprehensive report detailing the findings of their inquiry in due course.
Timeline of Events
The fatal shootings transpired shortly before 6:00 p.m. on Thursday evening, sending shockwaves throughout the Minneapolis community. The untimely demise of Officer Jamal Mitchell serves as a poignant reminder of the inherent risks faced by law enforcement officers in the line of duty.
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– Minneapolis officer killed ambush shooter identified Mustafa Mohamed
– Minneapolis officer killed ambush shooter identified Mustafa Mohamed.
