[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 99 (Wednesday, June 12, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E621]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    HONORING OFFICER JAMAL MITCHELL

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                            HON. ILHAN OMAR

                              of minnesota

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 12, 2024

  Ms. OMAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of 36-year-old 
Minneapolis Police Officer, Jamal Mitchell, who was killed in the line 
of duty in Minneapolis on Thursday, May 30, 2024. Officer Jamal 
Mitchell joined the Minneapolis Police Department in 2022. Those who 
knew Officer Mitchell saw him as a community leader, a changemaker and 
a peacekeeper.
  Officer Jamal Mitchell will be remembered for his compassion, 
bravery, and love of people. His courageous efforts were apparent early 
on when he saved an elderly couple from a burning home.
  Officer Mitchell showed up to work every day to help keep our 
communities safe. He was known to have a big heart and chose to use his 
love of people to help strengthen our communities and support young 
people. Even as a police officer, Officer Mitchell found time to give 
back to the community by helping coach first- and second-grade boys' 
basketball teams.
  Officer Mitchell died a hero and will be dearly missed by those who 
knew and loved him. He is survived by his partner, mother, stepfather, 
siblings, and his children.

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