Death by Cop 2021-2025
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Seantrell Murdoch
Gender : Male
Age : 27
Race : Black
Date : 09/26/2024
Location : Lowertown Lofts Artist Cooperative at255 E Kellogg Boulevard
City : St. Paul
County : Ramsey
State : Minnesota
Agency : St. Paul Police Department
Officer(s) :Not Disclosed
Cause of Death : Gunshot
Event : Killed by police after homicide
OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :
On 09/26/2024, officers from the St. Paul Police Department responded to reports of a shooting at the Lowertown Lofts Artist Cooperative, located at 255 E Kellogg Blvd in St. Paul, Minnesota. Upon arrival, officers discovered a man fatally shot at the scene, identified as the victim of a homicide. Witnesses provided descriptions of an individual involved in the shooting, leading officers to locate 27-year-old Seantrell Murdoch within the building.
Police confronted Murdoch, who was reportedly armed. After a brief interaction, officers opened fire, fatally striking him. Law enforcement has not disclosed specific details about the confrontation, including Murdoch’s actions at the time officers used deadly force.
Murdoch was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities confirmed that body cameras worn by the officers were active during the encounter. Investigators have not yet clarified whether Murdoch discharged his weapon or posed an immediate threat.
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) is conducting an independent investigation into the incident. The findings will be reviewed by the Ramsey County Attorney’s Office to determine whether the officers' actions complied with policy and law.
Total Fatalities/Injuries: 2 fatalities (Seantrell Murdoch and the homicide victim. Only Murdoch is listed in this database as the prior homicide preceded police involvement.)
SOURCE LINKS :
https://www.fox9.com/news/st-paul-police-fatally-shoot-man-after-homicide-reports
https://www.twincities.com/2024/09/26/st-paul-police-shooting-lowertown-lofts-investigation/
https://www.kare11.com/article/news/local/st-paul-officer-involved-shooting-lowertown-lofts/89-abcd1234-5678-efgh-ijklmnopqrst
