Who were the officers involved in the Richfield shooting?

The officers involved were Richfield Police Sgts. Mario Leon and Kristian Schultz. Sgt. Leon was shot in the hand during the incident.

What was the outcome for the suspect, Desaver Brian Hollis?

Desaver Brian Hollis, a 27-year-old man, died at the scene after being shot by officers. Preliminary investigation indicates he fired a handgun, striking Sgt. Leon, before officers returned fire.

Is the Richfield police shooting investigation complete?

No, the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) is still conducting its investigation into the use of force. Once complete, the findings will be presented to the Hennepin County Attorney's Office for review and a charging decision.

Has the family of Desaver Brian Hollis commented on the incident?

Yes, Hollis's family, through their attorney Trisha Pohland, has publicly questioned whether the officers' use of force was excessive, particularly given the approximately two dozen gunshots heard in the video.

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What happened after Richfield police bodycam footage showed an officer shot during an arrest?

What happened?

The bodycam footage shows a fatal officer-involved shooting in Richfield, Minnesota, on April 29, 2026, where Sgt. Mario Leon was shot in the hand by suspect Desaver Brian Hollis, who was then fatally shot by officers Leon and Kristian Schultz. The incident is under investigation by the Minnesota BCA, and Hollis's family has raised questions about excessive force.

Disputed

Last checked: Jun 14, 2026

Sources: FOX 9; KARE 11; CBS News

Timeline

Apr 29, 2026
The fatal officer-involved shooting occurs in Richfield, Minnesota, at approximately 3:24 a.m. during an investigation into a reported car prowler.
May 4, 2026
Richfield Police officers Sgt. Mario Leon and Sgt. Kristian Schultz are identified, along with the deceased suspect, Desaver Brian Hollis. Sgt. Leon is ceremoniously released from Hennepin County Medical Center after treatment for a gunshot wound to the hand.
May 11, 2026
The City of Richfield releases body-worn camera footage of the incident to the public. Hollis's family, through their attorney, raises questions about excessive force.
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The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) continues its investigation into the use-of-force incident.
Date unknown
The Hennepin County Attorney's Office awaits the BCA's findings to review and make a charging decision regarding the officers involved.

Receipts

YouTubeDate unknown
Richfield Police Department (implied)Apr 29, 2026
FOX 9May 4, 2026
KARE 11May 11, 2026
CBS MinnesotaApr 29, 2026
CBS NewsMay 11, 2026