Minnesota Dad Killed in Driveway After Confronting Man Trying to Steal Wife's Car

KSTP-TV reports Michael Brasel was shot dead in his driveway while confronting a man trying to steal his wife’s care Saturday morning. The killing of the beloved father and youth hockey coach in the quiet St. Paul, Minn., neighborhood has left his family and community reeling.

Brasel’s window, Hilary Brasel, who is a nurse, said she tried to resuscitate her husband after waking up to the sound of three gunshots. In the heartbreaking Facebook post, Brasel said, “Never thought I would have to try to revive my husband with CPR while my boys are calling 911 and watched. Never thought we would have to ride in a squad car to help SPPD investigators find his killers.” 

A GoFundMe has been launched to help with funeral costs and has amassed over $100,000 as of Monday afternoon. Brasel’s wife described him as a "devoted coach who inspired and encouraged countless young athletes to achieve their full potential." According to People, no arrests have been made.