Minneapolis shooting kills woman, injures toddler in family car

On the night of May 19, a tragic shooting occurred in Minneapolis, resulting in the death of a woman and serious injuries to her toddler son. The incident took place in the alley of the 2900 block of 18th Avenue South, where a 20-year-old man from Savage allegedly opened fire on the family's car. The woman succumbed to her injuries days later, while her 2-year-old son suffered two gunshot wounds to the face. Fortunately, her other children and their father were unharmed during the attack. The suspect, who has a documented history of violence and is currently on probation for an aggravated robbery, was charged with second-degree murder and attempted murder. Surveillance footage captured the moment he approached the family's vehicle and fired shots before fleeing the scene. Witnesses provided crucial information to law enforcement, leading to the suspect's identification through a photo line-up and social media evidence. Authorities expressed concern over the suspect's potential flight risk, as he had made comments about fleeing to Somalia. The Hennepin County Attorney's Office has requested a bail amount of $2 million, reflecting the seriousness of the charges and the impact on the community. Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara emphasized the emotional toll this crime has taken on the family, the community, and the law enforcement officers involved. If convicted, the suspect faces a minimum of 15 years in prison, with prosecutors advocating for an aggravated sentence due to the involvement of children in this senseless act of violence.