Minneapolis Police Chief Speaks Out on Recent Shootings

In a recent interview, Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara shared his thoughts on the city's recent shootings. He mentioned that the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) is now investigating the latest incident, but their initial efforts were hindered. The BCA, which is separate from the Minneapolis Police Department, is responsible for investigating use of force incidents in the state. Chief O'Hara expressed concern about the public's reaction to the shootings. He noted that this is the third shooting in less than three weeks, and the community is outraged. He also mentioned that the Minneapolis Police Department is stretched thin, with only 600 officers trying to manage the chaos.When asked about the victim, Pretti, Chief O'Hara said that he was a city resident exercising his First Amendment right to record law enforcement activity and his Second Amendment right to carry a firearm. He also noted that there is no evidence to suggest that Pretti brandished his weapon. Chief O'Hara also addressed the issue of sanctuary city policies, stating that the Minneapolis Police Department is complying with the law as it has for many years. He also mentioned that the National Guard has been assisting the police, but the situation is not sustainable. Finally, Chief O'Hara expressed concern about the impact of the recent events on local law enforcement. He noted that many federal law enforcement agents have resigned, which could have a negative impact on the city's efforts to address violent crime.