AUDIO: 2 Officers, Medic Killed in Burnsville Standoff

Dispatch audio compiled of a standoff this morning in Burnsville in which two police officers and a fire medic were killed by a suspect who was then found dead of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. According to multiple sources and not yet officially released, the suspect is Shannon Gooden, 38, who was wanted for 2nd-degree criminal sexual conduct. The officers have been identified as Paul Elmstrand, 27, and Matthew Ruge, 27. The fire medic who was killed has been ID'd as Adam Finseth, 40.

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[claramarble]

Thks for releasing this I know it is hard to listen to again if you were involved. You did what was needed to protect do not self blame or guilt yourself. You are all still here and we need each of you. Thanks for being in a very difficult profession. You are supported

[Jazz]

My heart goes out to the families, fellow officers, firefighters and friends of these 2 officers and firefighter. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻. Also the injured officer that is in the hospital.

[samaritandd]

30 years as a Paramedic, 8 years as a Tactical Paramedic (now retired)...this is tearing me apart. Those cops were my brothers.
It's still a brotherhood for me. R.I.P.

[astropioneer]

Minnesota is heartbroken over the loss of our brave public safety officers. This is unacceptable. An attack on law enforcement anywhere is an attack on the fabric of America everywhere. We stand with Burnsville police, fire and their families.

[bdo]

All the politics that push for no bail, lighter sentences, no knock warrants, shame on you.

[lorimagnificent]

The coward shot himself in the head after doing all this damage to all these peoples lives. Disgusting!

[trumpforpres]

No child should ever have to go through this BS!! We need to hold these judges accountable or whomever is advocating these weak sentences for CRIMINALS that just happens to be one part of our communities.

[claramarble]

Prayers for all affected by the loss and heroism of fellow first responders. Family members community and the children. Such a tradgedy grieving with you for your loss. Please seek support to get through this

[hollydugal]

They’re doing everything they can to protect this disgusting criminal. My condolence goes out to the first responders who risked their lives.

[diannau]

We need to, as communities, DEMAND a change in the judicial system that will prosecute these shooters to the maximum extent possible but instead of a slap on the wrist and 5 or more years' probation. I'm not saying this shooter has a criminal history, but most of the time they are repeat offenders. Protect our first responders instead of the criminals. We are told the prisons are overcrowded but explain to me why they are using our prisons to house the illegals, like they have at Eagle Pass, TX. They emptied that prison over 2 years ago in preparation of all of the illegals coming in. My husband wore the badge for 25 years over 20 years ago and things are much, much worse now with no support from our government to speak of and having to do the job that normally would take just one officer. Think of what life will be when we no longer have the protection AND paramedics when we are in crisis. Just think about how many families, friends, and communities were affected by this one person who only thought of himself. Hold these judges, state representatives, and all others that could change the laws and make them accountable for every criminal that they give probation to, which ends up committing a worse crime since they know they got away with it before. This is the only country that I know of that the criminals have more rights than the victim.

[CuriousMess]

I heard about this morning and I burst into tears. RIP brave officers and EMS. Blessing and prayers for the families and all those affected by this. Speedy recovery for the officer who went to the hospital.

[johnfish]

Looks up the shooter. Ah, i see i was right. THATS why the news didnt show his picture. Go figure. Business as usual. RIP to all the victims.

[bossmom]

It’s hard to hear the voices of the officers down .. may they rest in peace

[Superiorsouthshorewoods]

Children involved has responders at extreme disadvantage. Tragic loss. Please accept my condolences. 💙

[jermainemckenzie]

It seems like domestic violence calls are the most dangerous for first responders, drug raids seems safer. This might lead to a heavy handed approach to all DV calls resulting in more fatalities

[phillipfarmer]

Convicted felon not supposed to be around guns
But he successfully completed anger management classes
.

[roxyfur]

Heroes who run to the rescue. Our hearts go out to all law enforcement and medics who put themselves in danger to save others lives.

[leoratriden]

Heartbreaking! Appreciate our leo they put their lives on the line every day! RIP HEROS!!!

[MrGingerFatCat]

Sorry for your loss dear families - heroes one and all

[timothyroberts]

This recording is going to be part of my training program now- you all did a great job. All agencies working through this difficult situation in coordinated fashion on one channel and with such great restraint and focus, is nearly textbook.