After the shooting Thursday night that killed Minneapolis police officer Jamal Mitchell and two civilians and seriously injured another officer, law enforcement and officials rushed to express condolences and support for the Minneapolis Police Department.
“The Maple Grove Police Department, along with the entire law enforcement community, mourns the tragic loss of a Minneapolis officer who was killed in the line of duty today,” Chief Eric Werner wrote in a post on X. “Our hearts and prayers are with the officer’s family and our police brothers and sisters of @CityMinneapolis.”
“Our hearts are heavy tonight as we mourn the loss of yet another peace officer serving a community here in Minnesota. To our brothers and sisters in the Minneapolis Police Department, know that the entire state mourns with you tonight,” the statement said. from the South St. Paul Police Department.
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Others celebrated the bravery of 28-year-old Mitchell.
“The officer exemplified unparalleled dedication, courage and service in defense of the public,” Brian Peters, executive director of the Minnesota Police and Peace Officers Association, said in a statement. “The officer’s unwavering commitment to protecting others will leave a legacy of service that will always be remembered.”
“Please keep these officers, families and partners in your thoughts and prayers, in addition to the citizens involved in this senseless act of violence,” said a statement from David Miller, president of the Minnesota Fraternal Order of Police.
County sheriffs from across Minnesota also offered their support.
“Our deepest condolences go out to the Minneapolis Police Department as they mourn the loss of an officer who was shot during another senseless attack on law enforcement,” said a statement from the Clay County Sheriff’s Office in Moorhead. “We also pray for the speedy recovery of the other officers and civilians who were injured during this incident.
Gov. Tim Walz said the state is ready to help Minneapolis.
“The state of Minnesota stands ready to provide all necessary resources,” Walz said in a statement. “Praying for all first responders on the ground working to keep the community safe.”
“The loss of a member of the law enforcement family today is heartbreaking,” said Rep. Paul Novotny, R-Elk River, a former police officer. “I pray for his family, for the recovery of the other injured officer, and for all the other victims of this horrific shooting.”
