Overview
- Gunfire broke out at Shoreline Plaza, 15 East Grant Street, just after 4:30 p.m. Wednesday as officers responded to reports of shots in the building.
- The Minnesota BCA identified the two residents killed as Dale Henry Spry, 63, and Muse A. Afrah, 61, and said the suspected shooter was Carlton Johnson II who was found dead at the scene.
- Three Minneapolis police officers were injured during the response, two by gunfire and a third with a non‑gunshot injury, and all were reported in stable condition at Hennepin County Medical Center.
- Investigators say the attack began during a custody exchange and court records show the suspect faced a pending eviction and prior complaints that included assault and brandishing a firearm.
- The BCA is leading an active investigation with FBI and ATF assistance that includes evidence collection, witness interviews, and a review of the officer‑involved shooting while officials urge the public to avoid the area.