Tragic crash kills 2 women, injures child, and forces euthanasia of dog

A tragic incident in Minneapolis resulted in two fatalities and a child injured after a carjacking at gunpoint escalated into a police pursuit involving an armed suspect. The suspect is currently in custody with non-life-threatening injuries, while law enforcement reports that a dog was euthanized due to the crash, and two other dogs are receiving medical care. Authorities responded to reports of an armed individual near East Lake Street and 4th Avenue South, which later evolved into an ongoing carjacking incident. The suspect drove recklessly, resulting in a crash before attempting another carjacking at a red light. After fleeing in a stolen vehicle, the suspect was pursued by police and subsequently crashed into an uninvolved vehicle at Penn Avenue North and Olson Memorial Highway, claiming the lives of two women. The child in the uninvolved vehicle is being treated for injuries. The suspect was found in possession of a firearm and three dogs taken from the stolen car, one of which was euthanized while the others are being treated. Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara emphasized the stringent pursuit policies in place, noting the careful balance between apprehending dangerous criminals and minimizing risks to the public. Investigations are ongoing, with the Minnesota State Patrol handling the crash inquiry, and Minneapolis police looking into the carjacking incidents. The crash site has resulted in road closures indicated on the 511 MnDOT map and is estimated to remain shut down until at least 1 p.m. Aerial footage reveals the extensive impact of the crash. This story is developing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.