Minneapolis, MN
Parents of Deveall McClendon still seeking justice
MINNEAPOLIS — More than two years after a deadly Minneapolis shooting, the parents of 25 year-old Deveall McClendon are still seeking justice for his murder.
“It’s a nightmare, you know… it makes me go down my past to say ‘Hey God! Did I do anything wrong?’ said Derek McClendon, father of the late Deveall McClendon.
Derek and Laleta McClendon are still in disbelief after what they believe was the random shooting of their son in 2023.
“He was the kid that you would want to marry your daughter,” said McClendon.
Minneapolis Police say Deveall was shot six times while driving near the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden. Investigators say the bullets came from another vehicle. A man was later charged with his murder but those charges were dropped after prosecutors said they didn’t have enough evidence to convict.
“It’s a total slap in the face being that my husband works in law enforcement,” said Laleta McClendon.
Charging documents stated that the suspect’s Snapchat location mirrored the path of the shooter’s car as seen in surveillance video. But defense attorneys argued the data showed the closest he got was a half a mile away.
“That’s the same vicinity, right?” McClendon added. “They dropped the ball big time on this case,” said Laleta McClendon.
In a statement after the charges were dropped the Hennepin County Attorney’s Office told us:
“Mr. McClendon’s family is experiencing unimaginable pain and we are deeply sorry for their loss. We have had close contact with them throughout this process and will continue to as the investigation into this senseless tragedy continues. We continue to work with MPD to build sufficient evidence to hold anyone involved in this murder accountable for their actions.”
On Saturday, the Minneapolis Police Department says:
“The MPD has remained in close contact with the family throughout this challenging investigation. No family should have to endure the pain of an unresolved tragedy. We are disappointed for the family regarding the charging decision. Currently, there are no new updates available.”
The McClendon’s say they’ll continue to push for answers.
“Nothing has been done, no calls have been made,” Laleta McClendon told WCCO. “We just want justice and I won’t let it die down.”
WCCO reached out to the Hennepin County Attorney’s Office for any updated comment and did not hear back.
EDINA, Minn. (FOX 9) – A deadly shooting in Edina sparked a massive police response and forced a lockdown at nearby businesses at Southdale Mall on Wednesday as police are searching for the suspects.
Deadly Edina shooting
What we know:
Edina police responded around 12:30 p.m. to the report of a shooting along West 66th Street near Southdale Mall.
At the scene, officers found one victim with a gunshot wound. Officers tried to revive the victim but say they ultimately died from their wounds.
Local perspective:
Police say the suspects ran from the scene. As a precaution, they advised nearby businesses to go into lockdown. FOX 9 learned that MHealth Fairview also went into lockdown procedures as a precaution.
Aerial video from the scene showed the investigation appeared to be focused around an apartment building across from the mall. Police say the apartment building is described as a transitional housing.
Avoid the area
Big picture view:
Police are asking the public to avoid the area as the investigation is underway. Officers have blocked off West 66th for the time being.
Police say they are looking for more than one suspect involved in the shooting.
What we don’t know:
Police say some people were taken into custody at the scene but it’s unclear what their role was in relation to the shooting.
Law enforcement near the 3300 block of W. 66th Street in Edina. (FOX 9)
Minneapolis, MN
Ellison, Minneapolis, St. Paul update lawsuit against Operation Metro Surge with new data
(ABC 6 News) – Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and Minneapolis and Saint Paul updated their lawsuit over Operation Metro Surge with new survey data on economic harm.
Researchers at the University of California San Diego conducted two surveys tied to the amended lawsuit. The lawsuit says the federal operation violated the Constitution and caused lasting economic damage.
The first survey was done between February and March and included nearly 1,400 residents. It found workers lost more than $240 million in wages during the operation.
A separate newly released survey of about 900 businesses found more than $600 million in lost revenue. The updated lawsuit from Keith Ellison and the cities of Minneapolis and Saint Paul adds that new data to its claims.
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