Who is Carlton Johnson II, Minneapolis shooting suspect? 5 things to know as two dead, six hurt in gunfire

Carlton Johnson II is the suspected gunman in the Minneapolis shooting on September 2, 2025, which left two individuals dead and six injured, including three police officers. Based on multiple sources, the 35-year-old was identified as the suspect. The incident occurred in Loring Towers, where Carlton had been residing since March 2025.

Johnson had a history of trouble, having faced eviction due to making threatening statements about a firearm. He was also accused of assaulting a sibling in 2018, pleading guilty to destruction of property, and showing no remorse for assaulting another resident on the premises in March 2026. The suspect even displayed his gun openly in the management office and on the sidewalk, leading to his apprehension.

During his arrest, Carlton Johnson II allegedly lifted up his shirt to display the firearm. He spent four days in jail before being sentenced to probation, with his judge noting his "anger issues". This incident followed multiple prior arrests for drug and domestic violence offenses.