Bryan Nygard Shot Deputy Josh Owen 3 Times In Shootout: BCA

POPE COUNTY, MN — The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension released more details from Saturday's shootout that left two men dead — including the subject and a sheriff's deputy — and injured two other members of law enforcement.

Bryan Nygard, 34, of Cyrus died after shooting Pope County Sheriff's Deputy Josh Owen three times, according to authorities. Owen died after returning fired, investigators said.

Deputy Brody Merrill fired his weapon and was struck once in the upper chest in the vest, according to the BCA. Officer Alex Olson, who did not fire his weapon during the shootout, was struck once in the ankle.

Just after 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Olson responded to a domestic violence call at an apartment in Cyrus. Deputies Owen and Merrill responded after him.

When they arrived, they entered the home and spoke to Nygard and a woman. After an investigation, they informed Nygard that he was under arrest.

Nygard, who was seated at a table, stood up, drew a firearm, and began firing, according to authorities.

Deputies Owen and Merrill returned fire, while Officer Olson was in the hallway.

All four men were struck. Nygard died at the scene.

Deputy Owen arrived at Glacial Ridge Hospital in critical condition and later died from his injuries.

Deputy Merrill also went to the hospital where he was treated and released. Officer Olson sustained minor injuries and was not hospitalized.

The woman living with Nygard had left the apartment before the shooting occurred and was not injured, investigators said.

During the investigation, BCA agents said they recovered a pistol, bullets, and cartridge casings at the scene.

All three officers were wearing their body cameras. The footage will be released to the public once the case is closed.

Visitations and a public memorial service honoring the life of Owen have been scheduled for this weekend. Read more: Public Memorial Service Set For MN Deputy Josh Owen