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.
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.
Hundreds gathered for a vigil outside Burnsville City Hall to honor two police officers and a firefighter-paramedic who were killed in a shooting while responding to a call for help involving an armed, barricaded man. The community mourns the loss of the fallen first responders and plans for an official fundraising effort to support their families are underway. The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is investigating the incident, and officials have cautioned the public about potential scams related to fundraising for the families.
