Ahmed Ismail, a 25-year-old resident of Saint Paul, was shot in the face and killed on November 7, 2015, outside Arnellia’s Bar on University Avenue. According to reports, a commotion was underway outside the bar; Ismail approached to ask about it and was struck by gunfire.

Law enforcement opened an investigation but detailed suspect descriptions were not immediately available and no arrests were made in the immediate aftermath. Investigators publicly appealed for information as the lack of concrete leads and limited witness cooperation hindered progress. As of the latest updates, no significant breakthroughs or arrests have been reported and the case remains open.

If anyone saw the commotion outside Arnellia’s that night or has information about who fired the shot, please come forward.