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Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS Minnesota
Two officers were injured during a standoff with an armed woman near Burnsville's Buck Hill, which lasted for several hours before the suspect was arrested with the help of a K-9 unit. The officers and the suspect were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. This incident comes shortly after a previous fatal standoff involving law enforcement in the area.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
A woman was arrested and two Tri-City Tactical Team members sustained minor injuries after an hours-long standoff in Burnsville, Minnesota, which started with reports of a gunshot inside a home. The standoff led to a shelter-in-place order and nearby evacuations, with the suspect eventually being apprehended by a K9 unit at about 4:30 a.m. The injured officers and the suspect were taken to the hospital for treatment, and the police have lifted the shelter-in-place order, stating that there is no longer a threat to public safety.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
A fatal crash occurred in Burnsville, Minnesota, as snowy conditions led to 328 reported crashes, 220 spinouts, and 10 jackknifed semis across the Twin Cities metro area. The crash resulted in the death of a 51-year-old woman after her SUV went off the road and hit a tree near the I-35 split. While the incident report noted slippery roads, the definitive cause of the crash is still under investigation. Snow is expected to continue falling overnight before transitioning to rain on Monday.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KSTP
A Burnsville woman has been federally charged for purchasing firearms used in the shooting of three first responders, thanks to a recent change in federal law known as The Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, which created the crime of straw purchasing. Ashley Dyrdahl faces multiple charges, including conspiracy and lying while registering for a firearm, and has pleaded not guilty. Prosecutors allege that she knowingly provided powerful firearms to a violent convicted felon, and the new law has allowed for expanded potential penalties of up to 15 years.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KSTP
Ashley Anne Dyrdahl, a Burnsville woman, has been federally indicted on charges of straw purchasing and making false statements during gun purchases for providing guns to the man who shot and killed three first responders in Burnsville last month. The guns she allegedly bought and gave to the shooter, who had prior convictions and couldn't legally own guns, were used in the shooting. Authorities emphasize the need for accountability and an end to assaults on first responders, with the suspect scheduled to have a first court appearance later in the day.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
A woman has been charged with illegally buying guns used in the killing of three Minnesota first responders in a standoff at a home in Burnsville. The woman conspired with the shooter to illegally obtain guns, and she faces charges of conspiracy and making false statements during the purchase of a firearm. The shooter, who was not legally allowed to have guns due to his criminal record, opened fire on officers inside the home without warning, killing three first responders before taking his own life.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS Minnesota
A public memorial is being held for the three first responders killed in Burnsville earlier this month, with thousands expected to attend the joint funeral for Burnsville police officers Paul Elmstrand and Matthew Ruge, and paramedic Adam Finseth at Grace Church in Eden Prairie. The service is being livestreamed, and a procession will follow, passing by significant locations in Burnsville. The fallen heroes were fatally shot during a standoff, and the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is investigating the confrontation. The memorial includes speeches from coworkers, a wounded sergeant, and local officials, with former Gov. Mark Dayton and current Gov. Tim Walz in attendance.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KSTP
The owner of a Burnsville gun retailer confirmed that a gun part found at the scene of a shooting was straw purchased and traced to his store. The lower receiver, a federally regulated portion of an AR-15 rifle, was purchased online and picked up by someone who passed a background check, but it was later found in the possession of a convicted felon who was prohibited from having firearms. The gun store owner stated that they had no way of knowing the part would end up in the prohibited person's possession, and the purchaser is now under investigation for felony straw purchase.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS News
Shannon Gooden used a straw purchase to obtain an AR-15 lower receiver from a local firearms shop and range, which he used in a deadly Burnsville standoff that resulted in the deaths of three first responders. Gooden, who was prohibited from owning firearms, fired over 100 rounds during the incident before dying by suicide. The tragedy has prompted lawmakers to revisit gun control measures, and the first responders will be memorialized with a public funeral.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KTTC
Tara Finseth, the wife of Burnsville firefighter/paramedic Adam Finseth, who was killed in a shooting along with two other first responders, released a heartfelt statement expressing devastation at the loss of her husband and the impact on their family, friends, and community, while also thanking everyone for their support during this difficult time.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KSTP
A domestic abuse suspect, Shannon Gooden, fired more than 100 rounds during an hourslong negotiation with police in Burnsville, resulting in the deaths of three first responders and his own suicide. Gooden, who was not allowed to possess firearms due to a felony assault conviction, shot and killed three officers and injured another before turning the gun on himself. The incident, which also left a firefighter-paramedic dead, is under investigation by the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS News
Shannon Gooden, the suspect in the killings of three first responders in Burnsville, Minnesota, fired over 100 rounds at officers after claiming he was unarmed, according to new details from the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension. The incident began with a sexual assault allegation, and Gooden refused to leave the home but said he had children inside. After negotiating for over three hours, Gooden opened fire on the officers, resulting in the deaths of two police officers and a paramedic. Gooden was later reported dead by suicide, and it was revealed that he had fired more than 100 rifle rounds during the incident.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
The 911 call transcript from the Burnsville shooting that resulted in the deaths of two police officers and a firefighter-paramedic has been released, shedding some light on the situation. The call came in at 1:50 a.m. on Feb. 18, with the caller reporting a domestic disturbance. The situation escalated, leading to the suspect opening fire, resulting in the tragic deaths. The transcript reveals the chaotic nature of the scene, but questions still remain about the events that unfolded.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS Minnesota
A search warrant filed in the case of the killings of three first responders in Burnsville reveals that Shannon Gooden shot at officers with multiple weapons during a standoff, resulting in the deaths of two police officers and a paramedic/firefighter. Gooden later died by suicide. The incident occurred after authorities responded to a sexual assault allegation at Gooden's home, where he barricaded himself in a bedroom with seven children present. A joint public funeral for the three first responders is planned for February 28, and resources for suicide prevention and domestic violence support are being shared.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
A search warrant has revealed more details about the fatal shooting of two Burnsville police officers and a firefighter-paramedic, shedding light on the events leading up to the incident. The suspect, Shannon Gooden, opened fire on the officers and firefighter-paramedic after retreating into a bedroom during a domestic situation, resulting in their deaths. Gooden was later found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The warrant also mentions the involvement of seven children in the home at the time of the shooting and the communication between Gooden's ex-girlfriend and his girlfriend during the incident.