[ST. PAUL, MN] – Governor Tim Walz and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan today released statements following news that two police officers and a firefighter lost their lives, and other officers were injured, responding to a call in Burnsville today.

Statement from Governor Walz:

“We received horrific news from Burnsville this morning. While responding to a call of a family in danger, two police officers and one firefighter lost their lives, and other officers were injured.”

“We must never take for granted the bravery and sacrifices our first responders make each and every day. Today, the families of these public servants received the call they knew was possible but hoped would never come. My heart is with those grieving families – the State of Minnesota stands ready to support in any way we can. This is a tragic loss for our state.”

“Our Department of Public Safety is coordinating with local law enforcement to conduct an investigation.”

Statement from Lieutenant Governor Flanagan:

“There are no words to describe a loss of this magnitude to our Burnsville and first responder community,”

“The tragedies that unfolded this morning are every family’s worst nightmare, yet our first responders stay selflessly committed to keeping Minnesotans safe every day. I am immensely grateful for the sacrifices and service of our police officers, firefighters, and medics, and my heart is heavy with grief for the three heroes we lost today.”

Governor Walz will order flags at half staff beginning tomorrow, Monday, February 19 at sunrise.