Minneapolis police executed a search warrant at the Minneapolis apartment of Rep. Ilhan Omar’s son, Adnan Hirsi, on Tuesday night, seizing firearms and ammunition before arresting his roommate, Abdulrahman Abdi, 22, on a weapons charge.
The raid occurred after Abdi was cited earlier that day for driving without proof of insurance or a valid license. Police later located him at the Marquette Avenue address, where they arrested him without incident. Abdi was booked into Hennepin County Jail on the weapons charge and released the following evening.
Key developments:
- Police confirmed the search warrant was executed at Hirsi’s residence, though Hirsi was not implicated in any wrongdoing.
- Abdi has a prior criminal record, including multiple convictions for traffic violations and a 2024 felony conviction for fleeing police at high speeds.
Police statement and legal context
The Minneapolis Police Department stated in a release that Abdi was cited for traffic violations before officers located a firearm in his vehicle during an impoundment process. Police tracked him to the Marquette Avenue address, where they arrested him without incident. Abdi was later charged with a weapons offense and released on Wednesday night.
According to court records, Abdi has been convicted ten times, primarily for misdemeanor offenses. His most serious prior conviction involved a 2024 felony charge for fleeing a police officer in a motor vehicle while traveling at 108 mph. He was sentenced to one day in jail and placed on supervised probation for two years.
Connection to Rep. Omar
Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., has not been implicated in the incident. Her son, Adnan Hirsi, was not charged or named in the police report. The raid was conducted as part of an investigation into Abdi, who shares the apartment with Hirsi.
Public and political response
The incident has drawn attention from political figures and social media users. Some critics highlighted the timing and circumstances of the raid, while others emphasized that Omar and her son were not involved in the alleged wrongdoing. The event has sparked discussions about law enforcement procedures and the broader implications of such high-profile searches.
Background on Adnan Hirsi
Adnan Hirsi is the son of Rep. Ilhan Omar. Public records and reports indicate he has maintained a relatively low public profile compared to his mother. The raid at his residence has drawn scrutiny due to his familial connection to a prominent political figure.
Next steps
The Minneapolis Police Department has not indicated whether additional charges or investigations are pending related to the raid or the seized firearms. Abdi remains on supervised probation from his prior conviction, and the status of any potential further legal action is pending further review by law enforcement and prosecutors.