A 14-year-old boy was shot and killed during a downtown Minneapolis altercation Monday night.

At a news conference, O’Hara called the incident a “terrible tragedy,” emphasizing the dangers of guns in the hands of youth. “When teenagers have access to guns, conflicts can turn deadly,” he said. “One young life is lost, and others are forever changed.”

The chief added that the boy was known to police and, despite his young age, had previously been shot.

No arrests have been made, and investigators are working to determine the exact circumstances that led to the fatal shooting, as well as the source of the weapon used. Police are asking anyone with information to call CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or contact investigators directly at 612-673-5845 or via email at policetips@minneapolismn.gov.