Minnesota homecoming shooting suspect released on bond two days after his arrest

The man accused of opening fire outside a Minnesota high school homecoming game is out of jail, released on bond two days after his arrest, in a case that has become a flashpoint in the argument over bail.

Hennepin County jail records show Adam Abdihakeem Adam, 18, was released at 7:04 p.m. on October 10 after posting bond. Records list a 100,000 dollar bail or bond option without conditions. He faces two felony counts of second degree assault with a dangerous weapon and one count of second degree riot while armed with a dangerous weapon. His next court appearance was scheduled for Monday afternoon.

Eden Prairie police say the shooting happened on October 2 outside Eden Prairie High School during the homecoming football game, wounded an 18 year old and a 17 year old, and forced the evacuation of the stadium. Investigators say two cars entered a parking lot, a fight involving about ten people broke out, and the driver of one car got out and opened fire before fleeing. Charging documents say investigators identified that driver as Adam, driving his brother's car, and tracked his phone traveling with the vehicle before, during and after the shooting. Police say he then abandoned the phone and changed his number.

The release drew national attention after the White House Rapid Response 47 account criticized the bail decision on X and highlighted police statements connecting the shooting to rival Somali gangs. The charges against Adam are allegations. The question his release raises is a policy one that Minnesota courts and lawmakers, not this case alone, will settle: what conditions, if any, should hold an accused shooter until trial.