Burnsville Woman Indicted for Illegal Firearms Supply Leading to First Responders' Deaths

Ashley Anne Dyrdahl faces charges for straw purchasing firearms used by a felon in a deadly standoff, resulting in three first responders' deaths and one injury.

Ashley Anne Dyrdahl, 35, is accused of illegally buying firearms for Shannon Gooden, a convicted felon, which were used to kill three first responders in Burnsville, Minnesota.
Dyrdahl's purchases included high-powered AR-style rifles and semiautomatic pistols, some with modifications to increase firepower.
The deadly standoff on February 18 resulted in the deaths of two police officers and a firefighter-paramedic, with another officer injured.
Federal authorities have indicted Dyrdahl on charges of conspiracy and making false statements during firearm purchases, facing up to 15 years in prison.
The case highlights the dangers of straw purchasing and the importance of firearm regulations to prevent weapons from reaching prohibited individuals.

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