Minneapolis Custody Exchange Turns Deadly | Dayton News

A Minneapolis custody exchange spiraled into a deadly shooting when 35-year-old Carlton Neal Johnson opened fire, killing two residents and critically injuring a building employee. Police responded in under three minutes, engaging Johnson in a shootout on the ninth floor that ended his life and wounded two officers—one hospitalized after surgery, another released. A third officer was injured by glass from a smashed car window. Court records reveal Johnson had been facing eviction and had previously threatened staff with a gun and assaulted a resident. Authorities say no evidence suggests specific targeting of victims, but the swift police response is being hailed as heroic by city officials. The investigation continues to uncover the full story behind this sudden, violent tragedy. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/366782e67a2fec05