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Tragic Incident in Burnsville: Officers and Paramedic Killed in Shooting

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A heartbreaking incident in Burnsville, Minnesota resulted in the loss of two police officers and one paramedic. Learn more about the tragic event and the community's response.

In a tragic turn of events, Burnsville, Minnesota, faced a devastating loss as two police officers, Paul Elmstrand and Matthew Ruge, along with firefighter/paramedic Adam Finseth, were fatally shot while responding to a domestic incident. The city mourned the death of these brave individuals, with lawmakers and law enforcement offering their condolences and support to the victims. The shooter, whose identity remains undisclosed, also perished in the incident.

The community was shocked by the news of the officers and paramedic losing their lives while carrying out their duties. The Burnsville Shooting Incident on February 18, 2024, left a deep impact on Twin Cities law enforcement and the residents of Burnsville. Despite the tragic outcome, the bravery and dedication of the fallen heroes were remembered and honored by all who knew them.

Representative Liz Reyer and other Burnsville legislators expressed their sorrow over the loss of two police officers and a paramedic in the early morning shooting. The fatal incident underscored the risks that first responders face daily in serving and protecting their communities. The bravery and sacrifice of these individuals will forever be remembered and honored by the Burnsville community.

The shooting incident in Burnsville not only claimed the lives of two officers and a medic but also left other officers injured. The details surrounding the tragedy were limited, leaving many questions unanswered. As the community grappled with the aftermath of the shooting, support poured in from across Minnesota, highlighting the unity and resilience of the state in times of adversity.

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City identifies 2 officers, 1 paramedic killed in Burnsville, Minnesota ... (CBS News)

Burnsville city officials identified the victims as officers Paul Elmstrand and Matthew Ruge and firefighter/paramedic Adam Finseth.

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Burnsville police officers, first responder killed: Minnesota ... (FOX 9)

Several Minnesota lawmakers and law enforcement sharing their reactions and support for the Burnsville police officers and a first responder who were shot ...

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2 police officers and 1 firefighter killed responding to a domestic ... (CNN)

Two police officers and a firefighter are dead and other officers were injured after responding to a domestic incident in Burnsville, Minnesota, ...

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Rep. Liz Reyer - Burnsville Legislators' Statement on Fatal ... (Minnesota House of Representatives)

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Two Burnsville police officers and a paramedic were fatally shot, and one other was wounded, in the early morning of Feb.

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Two officers, one medic killed responding to domestic abuse call in ... (Minnesota Public Radio News)

Burnsville, Minn. February 18, 2024 10:00 AM. Burnsville Shooting Incident. Twin Cities law enforcement officers set up ...

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2 police officers, paramedic die in Burnsville, Minnesota, shooting ... (USA TODAY)

Authorities said the shooter has also died but released few details surrounding the deadly incident in the Minneapolis suburb of Burnsville.

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Several Burnsville police officers shot: 2 officers,1 firefighter ... (FOX 13 Tampa Bay)

Several Burnsville police officers were shot — two officers and one firefighter-paramedic were killed — while responding to a domestic call on Sunday ...

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Rep. Kaela Berg - Burnsville Legislators' Statement on Fatal ... (Minnesota House of Representatives)

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Two Burnsville police officers and a paramedic were fatally shot, and one other was wounded, in the early morning of Feb.

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Several Burnsville police officers shot: 2 officers,1 firefighter ... (FOX 9)

Several Burnsville police officers were shot — two officers and one firefighter-paramedic were killed — while responding to a domestic call on Sunday ...

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Burnsville, Minn., Shooting: 2 Police Officers and 1 Paramedic Killed ... (The New York Times)

A federal agency said the officers had been responding to a “domestic-related shooting” in the city of Burnsville, near Minneapolis.

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Two police officers, first responder shot and killed in Burnsville ... (Minneapolis Star Tribune)

Two Burnsville police officers and one first responder have been shot and killed, according to law enforcement sources Sunday morning.

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Burnsville police officers, firefighter-paramedic killed: What we know ... (FOX 9)

The latest updates, reports and videos on the shooting in Burnsville, Minnesota that killed two police officers and a firefighter-paramedic.

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Hundreds gather for vigil after 2 police officers, paramedic killed in ... (Minnesota Public Radio News)

Flags are flying at half staff across Minnesota on Monday as the investigation continues into Sunday's shooting in Burnsville that left two police officers ...

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These are the Minnesota officers and firefighter killed while ... (CNN)

From left, Burnsville Police Officer Paul Elmstrand, firefighter/paramedic Adam Finseth and Officer Matthew Ruge. All three were killed while responding to a ...

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Suspect in shooting of Burnsville officers and medic had violent past ... (Minneapolis Star Tribune)

The Hennepin County Medical Examiner confirmed Monday that Shannon Cortez Gooden, 38, was the suspect in the killing of three emergency responders inside a ...

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Man who shot Burnsville officers and firefighter tried to have gun ... (TwinCities.com-Pioneer Press)

Law enforcement sources said Monday the man was Shannon Cortez Gooden, 38. He was found dead in the house after law enforcement said he opened fire, killing ...

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Burnsville shooting suspect identified as Shannon Gooden (CBS News)

Just over a day after a shooting claimed the lives of three first responders​ in Burnsville, the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension has confirmed the ...

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Firefighter/paramedic killed in Burnsville incident was a Rochester ... (KTTC)

Burnsville Police ...

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