A Minnesota judge allowed an accused homecoming-game shooter back on the street after a $100,000 bond, even as evidence ties him to the chaos that sent families running.
Story Highlights
- Court records show the 18-year-old posted bond and left jail days after the shooting.
- Prosecutors filed two felony assault counts and one felony riot count tied to the incident.
- Surveillance video, cellphone-location data, and a linked vehicle undergird the case, reports say.
- Two teens were shot near the Eden Prairie homecoming game and survived with leg and foot wounds.
Police Say Video, Phone Data, and a Vehicle Link the Suspect
Investigators reported that surveillance footage captured a driver exiting a Hyundai Sonata and firing, striking two teens outside Eden Prairie High School’s October 2 homecoming game. Reports say the car was registered to the suspect’s brother, and cellphone-location records placed the suspect with the vehicle before and after the gunfire. Officers later seized clothing at the suspect’s home that matched the shooter’s outfit on video, according to summaries of the criminal complaint.
Prosecutors charged the 18-year-old with two counts of second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon and one count of second-degree riot while armed with a dangerous weapon. Those are serious felonies that reflect what police say happened outside the stadium. The charging summaries describe a fight involving several people before shots were fired. The public documents do not include a motive at this time, according to reporting on the complaint.
Two Teens Hurt, Crowd Evacuated as Game Night Turns to Panic
Emergency calls reported two victims, ages 17 and 18, with gunshot wounds to the leg and foot. Staff moved fast to clear the area as students, parents, and grandparents rushed away from the stadium. Local coverage showed the large response and an evening turned upside down for families who came to cheer on their team. The immediate medical care appears to have helped both victims survive their injuries, according to multiple reports.
Events like this are rare when measured against the many high school games nationwide, but they still shake a community. Education Week has tracked dozens of football-game shootings in recent years, a reminder that school events can draw outside disputes that turn violent. Officials often note that these incidents grow out of personal conflicts, not team rivalries, yet they still force schools to boost security and cancel student events.
Judge Sets Bond; Jail Logs Show Release Ahead of Court Date
Hennepin County jail records cited in multiple reports show the suspect posted a $100,000 bond, with a $10,000 cash option, and was released days after his arrest. Coverage places the release on the evening of October 9 or October 10, tied to processing times. The next court appearance was scheduled for the following Monday. Reports did not include the full bail order or all release conditions, which are kept in the court file.
Adam Abdihakeem Adam, 18, was charged with two counts of second degree assault in the October 2nd shooting outside Eden Prairie High School’s homecoming game.
Police tied it to rival Somali gang activity.
Two teens from St. Paul were wounded.
He posted $100,000 bond and was… pic.twitter.com/dTToeGPG2h— NLDR (Noldor) Media (@NLDRMedia) October 12, 2026
Conservatives see a pattern here: serious charges, frightened families, and a swift release that looks soft on crime. Local leaders say they want safe schools and firm consequences for those who bring guns to community events. Public safety depends on clear rules and follow-through. Prosecutors must prove their case in court, and the defense will have its say. For now, the record shows strong digital and video leads, injured teens, and a community that expects accountability.
Sources:
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