Incident Overview: Armed Carjacking in Minneapolis
A police officer in Minneapolis fired at a 16-year-old boy during an attempted armed carjacking after the suspect rammed a police squad car. The incident occurred when officers responded to reports of a person armed with a gun, which later escalated to a carjacking.
Details of the Incident:
- The teenager initially attempted to carjack one vehicle but was unsuccessful.
- He then successfully carjacked a second vehicle at gunpoint.
- Following descriptions obtained via city cameras, police confronted him in the stolen vehicle, leading to the ramming incident.
- During the ramming, an officer discharged their firearm.
Subsequent Actions:
- The suspect fled on foot but was apprehended by pursuing officers soon after.
- The teenager was transported to a hospital due to reported pain and mental health concerns, but it remains unclear if he was hit by gunfire.
- Two officers sustained minor injuries, including an ankle injury and a cut on the face.
- The officer who discharged their weapon did not suffer any injuries.
Ongoing Investigation:
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is presently investigating the incident. The teenager’s name has not been disclosed.
