Suspect in Fatal Shootings Shot by St. Paul Police

St. Paul police have identified six officers involved in the shooting of Earl Bennett, a suspect linked to recent fatal shootings at Minneapolis homeless encampments. Bennett was critically injured after pointing a gun at officers at the intersection of Snelling and University Avenues, despite attempts to subdue him with non-lethal rounds. The incident followed a series of violent events attributed to Bennett, and all involved officers have been placed on administrative leave. The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is investigating the shooting, and community groups are advocating for the release of body camera footage. Bennett remains hospitalized in critical but stable condition.