Apple Valley Shooter Receives 11-Year Prison Sentence
A judge sentenced a 21-year-old man for a 2025 shooting at Kelley Park that left an 18-year-old victim with life-threatening injuries.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Violence
The Dakota County District Court has sentenced Ibrahim Ali Mohamed to nearly 11 years in prison for the first-degree assault of an 18-year-old man. The incident occurred in Apple Valley at Kelley Park, where the defendant fired approximately 10 rounds at the victim's vehicle.
Why it matters
The court imposed an upward departure from state sentencing guidelines after determining the conduct was more onerous than a typical offense. The presence of minors during the altercation was a primary factor in the judge's decision to issue the maximum possible sentence.
Judge Ryan Bies sentenced Mohamed to nearly 11 years, with 113 days credited for time served. The court formally dismissed a charge of second-degree attempted murder as part of the legal proceedings.
The players
Ibrahim Ali Mohamed
The 21-year-old defendant who pleaded guilty to first-degree assault following the park shooting.
Ryan Bies
The Dakota County District Court judge who presided over the sentencing hearing.
The details
During the incident, Mohamed pulled a P80 handgun from under his sweatshirt and fired at the victim's car from a distance of 100 feet. The victim required surgery to survive the injuries sustained during the May shooting.
Timeline
May 10, 2025: Ibrahim Ali Mohamed shot an 18-year-old man at Kelley Park.
July 2026: Mohamed reached a plea deal with the prosecution.
October 30, 2026: Mohamed was sentenced in Dakota County District Court.
Legal Context
The sentence represents an upward departure from Minnesota state sentencing guidelines, which typically suggest a term between 86 and 129 months. Such judicial actions reflect a trend of heightened penalties for violent crimes involving firearms in public areas.
The resolution of this case closes a high-profile violent incident that occurred at a community park used by local residents. Authorities have addressed the immediate threat posed by the shooter through this lengthy prison term.
The takeaway
This case highlights how the presence of minors can significantly influence judicial outcomes in firearm-related assault trials. Residents are reminded that local public parks are under continued oversight to maintain community safety.
Further reading
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