Carrie Shobe Kwok Obituary, Death – The St. Paul Police Department has provided further details regarding a police shooting that occurred early Thursday morning in Belle Plaine, Minnesota, following a homicide investigation connected to the incident. Belle Plaine is a small town located approximately one hour southwest of St. Paul, the state capital.
Background on the Homicide
The investigation was sparked by a tragic event on Wednesday night when Carrie Shobe Kwok, a 66-year-old woman from St. Paul, was shot. At around 5:18 p.m., police received reports of gunfire in the 200 block of Kellogg Boulevard East. Upon arrival, officers discovered Kwok lying in an alley with multiple gunshot wounds. Despite the immediate response from medical personnel, she was pronounced dead at the scene.
Following the shooting, police secured the area and began canvassing for witnesses. They soon determined that the suspect had fled the scene in a vehicle.
Investigation Progress
In the course of their investigation, detectives obtained surveillance footage that captured an image of the suspect’s vehicle leaving the area after the shooting. This vehicle was traced to an address on the 100 block of Meridian Street in Belle Plaine. Additionally, investigators received reports indicating that the suspect’s vehicle was heading west toward Belle Plaine shortly after the incident.
Late Wednesday night, St. Paul officers, assisted by Belle Plaine police, traveled to the identified location in Belle Plaine. They found the suspect’s vehicle parked near the address and decided to monitor the situation overnight.
Confrontation and Shooting
Just after 6:30 a.m. on Thursday, a man matching the suspect’s description exited the residence. Officers approached him with the intent to take him into custody. However, police reported that the man was armed with a handgun when officers confronted him. In response, two officers from St. Paul fired their weapons, striking the suspect.
Following the shooting, officers immediately rendered first aid and requested assistance from Ridgeview Belle Plaine medics. The man was subsequently airlifted to Hennepin County Medical Center but unfortunately succumbed to his injuries.
Ongoing Investigations
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) has been assigned to investigate the police shooting incident. All officers involved were wearing body cameras that were activated during the confrontation. The BCA will review the footage and any other evidence as part of its investigation process.
In accordance with standard protocol following an officer-involved shooting, the officers involved in the incident will be placed on administrative leave while the investigation is conducted.
Community Impact
The tragic events surrounding Carrie Shobe Kwok’s death and the subsequent police shooting have sent shockwaves through both the St. Paul and Belle Plaine communities. As investigations unfold, authorities are working to ensure transparency and accountability in the proceedings, aiming to provide clarity regarding the circumstances surrounding both the homicide and the police response.
The incident highlights the challenges faced by law enforcement when responding to violent crimes and the dangers they encounter during active investigations. As details continue to emerge, both the community and law enforcement remain vigilant, seeking justice for the victim while ensuring the integrity of the investigation process.
