Minnesota Sheriff Demands Somali Gang Task Force After Shooting Causes Homecoming Cancellation
A Minnesota sheriff is demanding a metro-wide crackdown on Somali gang violence in the Twin Cities. The post Minnesota Sheriff Demands Somali Gang Task Force After Shooting Causes Homecoming Cancellation appeared first on The Gateway Pundit.
TL;DR
- Ramsey County Sheriff Bob Fletcher advocates for a regional task force to address Somali gang violence in the Twin Cities.
- Fletcher blames weak prosecution for enabling gang activity and specifically called out Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty.
- Hennepin County Sheriff Dawanna Witt rejected Fletcher's involvement, suggesting he focus on Ramsey County issues.
- A recent homecoming game in Eden Prairie was disrupted by a shooting tied to Somali gang activity, injuring two teens.
- Eden Prairie Mayor Ron Case requested a regional effort against gang activity among East African youth.
- Fletcher estimates around 300 youths are involved in gangs but stresses this is a small portion of the Somali population.
- Resident concerns about safety and "sanctuary policies" were raised at a public meeting in Edina.
- Other recent shootings in Eden Prairie, Edina, and Bloomington have also been linked to Somali gangs.