Mac_724
07-30-2014, 05:50 PM
http://www.myfoxtwincities.com/story/26152687/officer-involved-shooting-in-west-st-paul
This tragedy happened today. Mendota Heights, MN. Near the border of West Saint Paul. About 25 minutes from where I live. Officer Patrick stopped someone for a routine traffic stop. It's believed to be "routine" because Officer Patrick had not radioed for backup. Unknown at the time was the suspect had a warrant out for his arrest for a probation violation that would have put him in prison for 3 years. Not a lot is known at the moment concerning what happened. The general belief is that Officer Patrick was approaching the suspect's vehicle when the suspect opened fire, shooting Officer Patrick in the head and neck. Suspect fled and has yet to be apprehended.
Officer Patrick is a 19 year veteran and leaves behind his wife and 2 teenage daughters. Prayers sent for the family, friends, fellow officers, and the community that tragically lost this husband, father, friend and protector.
This tragedy happened today. Mendota Heights, MN. Near the border of West Saint Paul. About 25 minutes from where I live. Officer Patrick stopped someone for a routine traffic stop. It's believed to be "routine" because Officer Patrick had not radioed for backup. Unknown at the time was the suspect had a warrant out for his arrest for a probation violation that would have put him in prison for 3 years. Not a lot is known at the moment concerning what happened. The general belief is that Officer Patrick was approaching the suspect's vehicle when the suspect opened fire, shooting Officer Patrick in the head and neck. Suspect fled and has yet to be apprehended.
Officer Patrick is a 19 year veteran and leaves behind his wife and 2 teenage daughters. Prayers sent for the family, friends, fellow officers, and the community that tragically lost this husband, father, friend and protector.