A Minneapolis city auditor report found MPD made serious missteps investigating the Allison Lussier case and recommended a formal written apology to her family for public misstatements by Police Chief Brian O’Hara about the medical examiner’s findings.
Davis Moturi
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MSR wraps up a milestone year with thanks to our readers
The MSR, the oldest Black-owned newspaper in Minnesota and one of the longest-running family-owned newspapers in the United States, celebrates its 90th anniversary in 2024, reflecting the rich tapestry of Black life and advocating for equality and opportunity for all.
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Audit Committee unanimously approves review in Moturi shooting
The Minneapolis Audit Committee has approved a plan for the Office of City Auditor to review city actions in the shooting of Davis Moturi, who was shot by his neighbor John Sawchak.
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No warnings of active shooter
A resident of Minneapolis criticized the city’s lack of action to secure the neighborhood and inform citizens of the danger after a shooting incident, despite the presence of an active shooter.
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Activists demand action, not apologies from police in racist shooting
Nekima Levy Armstrong and other activists are demanding the firing of Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara and an independent investigation into the shooting of Davis Moturi, as they believe the police department failed to protect him.
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Police negligent in reign of terror
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara and Mayor Jacob Frey are being called upon to resign after a neighbor and known risk, John Sawchuk, shot 34-year-old Davis Moturi, resulting in multiple charges and an investigation into the department’s failure to intervene.