Family and friends honor Jamal Mitchell's selfless service and compassion
- Jamal Mitchell remembered for his dedication to serving and helping others.
- Mitchell tragically shot while providing medical aid to someone in need.
- Family and friends highlight Mitchell's commitment to improving community-police relations.
Jamal, a 38-year-old police officer in Minneapolis, wanted to make the city better for everyone. His mother, Janet Edwards, described him as having a big heart. Bailly called him a hero, and his parents were proud of him. They were shocked but not surprised when they got the call that he had died doing what he loved. Jamal's stepfather, Dennis Edwards, explained that being a police officer was his chosen career. He had a twin brother, Jamel, who was quieter and acted as the peacekeeper in the family. Jamal was well-liked at Lotus Restaurant in Loring Park, where he often visited. Yoom Nguyen from the restaurant mentioned that Jamal had a great sense of humor and was easy to talk to. His parents, Janet and Dennis Edwards, expressed their gratitude for his service and sacrifice. They want people to remember him as a changemaker who cared about community and police relations. Unfortunately, Jamal was shot while trying to help someone. Despite the risks, he was proud to wear the police uniform and make a difference in his community.