Fri, May 26th, 2023 - 6:46am
February 21, 2024 - 6:48am | By Ty Schonert
(St. Paul, MN) -- Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is encouraging state lawmakers to consider expanding gun safety laws after the death of three first responders in Burnsville.
In addition to expanding gun storage requirements, Walz says investigators need to find out how the suspect in the shooting got the guns he used. The Governor said the state may need stiffer penalties for those who help a convicted felon possess firearms.
“We must never take for granted the bravery and sacrifices our first responders make each and every day,” said Governor Walz in a statement on February 18th. “It is with deepest gratitude that the State of Minnesota recognizes Officers Paul Elmstrand and Matthew Ruge, and Firefighter Adam Finseth for their dedicated service to, and sacrifice for, their fellow Minnesotans. Our thoughts and prayers are with their families, friends, and community.”
The suspect in the shooting was barred from having weapons due to a previous conviction.
