Body Cam Video Released In Minneapolis Police Deadly Shooting

MINNEAPOLIS, MN— On December 30th at 6:15 pm, Minneapolis Police Officers were engaged in a weapons investigation. In the course of their work, they initiated a traffic stop on the 3500 block of Cedar Avenue South, according to a media release from the police department.

Shots were exchanged between the suspect and the officers. The suspect died at the scene. No officers were physically injured in this incident.

In continued efforts to increase trust with our community, Chief Arradondo has made what the department called "the unprecedented decision" to release officer body-worn camera video within 24 hours of this incident.

"This was done to further aid efforts in understanding and fostering transparency," according to a statement from the police department.

The video has been posted publicly.