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Minneapolis Police Arrest Suspect in Neighbor Shooting After Standoff

John Sawchak was taken into custody following a tense SWAT operation after allegedly shooting Davis Moturi amid ongoing racial harassment.

  • Davis Moturi was shot in the neck while doing yard work, suffering severe injuries including a fractured spine.
  • John Sawchak, the alleged shooter, had a history of harassing Moturi and other neighbors, with multiple prior arrest warrants.
  • Police Chief Brian O'Hara admitted to failing to protect Moturi, citing concerns over Sawchak's mental health and access to firearms.
  • The arrest followed mounting criticism from the community and city officials over the delayed police response.
  • Moturi had reported numerous incidents of threats and harassment by Sawchak, highlighting racial motivations in the conflict.
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