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Minneapolis shooting: 3 people dead as investigations begin
AP News • • nation
Key Points:
- Carlton Johnson, who had a history of threatening neighbors and displaying a pistol, carried out a deadly shooting in a Minneapolis apartment building, killing two residents and injuring five others before being killed by police.
- Johnson was facing eviction, had threatened to shoot his ex-girlfriend and building managers, and at least one restraining order had been filed against him related to past threats and alleged assault.
- Police had investigated Johnson in June for displaying a weapon but did not file charges due to insufficient evidence, and no emergency order was issued to remove his firearm.
- The shooting began during a custody handoff outside the building, with Johnson targeting his ex-girlfriend and others before being stopped by officers who arrived within minutes.
- Residents were aware of Johnson's troubling behavior, but law enforcement officials noted challenges in prioritizing investigations amid a high volume of cases.
