A somber procession took place on Tuesday morning to honor a firefighter tragically killed in a shooting over the weekend in Minneapolis. Joseph Johns, a dedicated firefighter who served in both the Eagan and Eden Prairie fire departments, lost his life early Sunday morning during the incident.

Remembering Joseph Johns

Joseph Johns, a firefighter dedicated to his community, lost his life in a tragic shooting in Minneapolis on Sunday. Johns, who served with the Eden Prairie Fire Department since 2015 and became a career firefighter with the Eagan Fire Department in 2020, was confirmed by the City of Eden Prairie as the victim of the shooting.

Johns, described as a compassionate and dedicated individual, had been part of the firefighting community for many years, serving full-time in Eagan for four years and part-time in Eden Prairie for eight years. Eden Prairie Fire Chief Scott Gerber remembered Johns as a remarkable person, highlighting his kindness, positivity, and commitment to service. Eagan Fire Chief Hugo Searle emphasized Johns’ infectious personality and noted the outpouring of support from fellow firefighters during this difficult time.

The Tragic Incident

Minneapolis police responded to reports of a shooting in the 900 block of Cedar Avenue South, where they discovered two men injured by gunfire. Joseph Johns, one of the victims, sustained life-threatening injuries and tragically succumbed to them at the hospital. The other victim suffered non-life-threatening injuries.

Authorities believe that shots were fired across 9th Street at a group of people in a parking lot behind 901 Cedar Avenue South, leading to an exchange of gunfire during the incident. As of Sunday, no arrests have been made in connection with the shooting.

Conclusion: Honoring a Hero

The loss of Joseph Johns is deeply felt by the firefighting community and the cities of Eagan and Eden Prairie. As investigations into the shooting continue, colleagues, friends, and family gather to mourn and honor the memory of a dedicated firefighter who gave his life in service to others.

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