Minneapolis Man Charged in Neighbor Shooting

John Herbert Sawchak, a Minneapolis resident, has been charged with attempted murder, first-degree assault, and harassment after allegedly shooting his neighbor, Davis Moturi, in the neck during a dispute over a tree on their property line. Sawchak, who has a history of making racially charged threats, remains at large despite three outstanding warrants and 19 prior police complaints from Moturi and his wife regarding his behavior. The shooting has sparked criticism of Minneapolis police for their handling of the case, as they have yet to arrest Sawchak, citing concerns about his mental illness and the potential for a violent confrontation. City council members have expressed frustration over the police's failure to act on previous threats and their delayed response to the incident. Moturi, who suffered a fractured spine and other injuries, is recovering in the hospital, while his wife has identified Sawchak as the likely shooter. The incident highlights ongoing tensions between residents and the police department, as well as the challenges of addressing neighborhood harassment and violence.