The body worn camera video is from Officer Michael Tschida’s camera and shows an exchange of gunfire between himself and Brandon Keys. According to a news release issued by the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, it was during this exchange when Tschida was struck in the lower leg and Keys was struck in the head.
The in-car camera shows an overall view of the scene.
Responding officers rendered aid and called for Saint Paul Fire medics, who responded and transported Keys to Regions Hospital, where he later died of his injuries. Officer Tschida was transported to Regions Hospital in a Saint Paul police squad car and was treated and released.
“While only one piece of a complex investigation, I hope the release of these videos provides some answers to Mr. Key’s family as they grieve their loved one,” said Saint Paul Police Chief Axel Henry. “We know the events that transpired last Thursday afternoon will have lasting effects on our community, our first responders to include our officers, paramedics, dispatchers, and our professional staff. Healing is a process that takes time, patience, and support. We stand together as one community and will do everything we can to support one another while the BCA completes its investigation.”
The video can be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=za4YDhaxsyc
Because this is an open and active investigation, any additional updates will be released by the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, which is currently conducting the investigation.
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