MINNEAPOLIS — A source tells WCCO that two police officers and a paramedic were killed Sunday morning after responding to a domestic call at the 12000 block of 33rd Avenue in Burnsville.
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At Hennepin Healthcare in downtown Minneapolis, police and first responders from multiple cities were gathered to show support. Injured officers are often taken to Hennepin Healthcare due to its status as a level one trauma center.
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But they are not the only people sharing their condolences with Burnsville PD.
Rep. Jim Nash took to social media platform X (formally known as Twitter) saying, “My heart is heavy for the families of these officers, the community of Burnsville, and for our country because this headline is not unique.”
Secretary of State Steve Simon also posted to X, “Sickening and shocking. I’m praying for these first responders, their families, and the community of Burnsville.”
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara soberly tweeted, “Please keep Burnsville Police Dept. in your prayers this morning.”
The Olmstead County Sheriff’s Office said, “Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the officers shot and the entire Burnsville Police Department.”
Maple Grove Police Department said, “Please keep the Burnsville police and fire departments in your thoughts and prayers during this very tragic time.”
Washington County Sheriff’s Office said, “We are deeply saddened to hear of the loss of our partners in Burnsville today. There are no words.”
The Plymouth Police Department said, “Our thoughts and prayers are with the Burnsville Police Department this morning.”
Rep. Betty McCollum said, “Horrible news from Burnsville this morning. My heart is going out to their Department and the entire community.”
Rep. Pete Stauber said, “Devastating news coming out of Burnsville this morning. My prayers are with the fallen officers and paramedic, their families, and the entire Burnsville community. This is a terribly sad reminder of the grave danger posed to our brave law enforcement officers.”
Rep. Angie Craig also shared her thoughts on X saying, “I’m devastated to hear the news coming out of Burnsville this morning & remain in close contact with local officials & law enforcement to offer any federal support they need. I’m keeping the Burnsville PD, first responders, their loved ones & the entire community in my thoughts.”
St. Paul’s division of ATF said, “ATF agents are responding to a scene in Burnsville, Minn., where there have been reports of officers involved in a domestic-related shooting. Information is limited at this time.”
In an official statement released by Gov. Tim Walz, he remarked, “We must never take for granted the bravery and sacrifices our first responders make each and every day. Today, the families of these public servants received the call they knew was possible but hoped would never come. My heart is with those grieving families – the State of Minnesota stands ready to support in any way we can. This is a tragic loss for our state.”
The statement also featured thoughts from Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan:
“There are no words to describe a loss of this magnitude to our Burnsville and first responder community. The tragedies that unfolded this morning are every family’s worst nightmare, yet our first responders stay selflessly committed to keeping Minnesotans safe every day. I am immensely grateful for the sacrifices and service of our police officers, firefighters, and medics, and my heart is heavy with grief for the three heroes we lost today.”
Walz has ordered flags to be lowered to half staff beginning Feb. 19 at sunrise.
House Speaker Melissa Hortman and Senate Majority Leader Erin Murphy joined WCCO’s Esme Murphy on Sunday Morning, also sharing their condolences, as well as discussing gun violence and other top issues they’re addressing in the upcoming legislative session.
This is a developing story. Stay with WCCO for more information.
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