Man Shot Wednesday in Minneapolis Dies; 5th Fatal in 20 hours
Near S. 15th Ave. & E. Lake St. on Wednesday in Minneapolis. MN CRIME PHOTO
Police say a man shot Wednesday evening has died, marking the fifth homicide in Minneapolis within a span of just 20 hours.
Officers responded around 7:45 p.m. to the 3000 block of 15th Avenue South after a ShotSpotter activation indicated gunfire in the area.
Police located a man in his 50s suffering from life-threatening gunshot wounds. He was taken to Hennepin Healthcare, where he died.
Investigators are working to determine if this case is linked to the two other fatal shootings that occurred just hours prior. Based on early information, authorities do not believe any of the shootings were random.
PREVIOUSLY Wave of Violence Grips Minneapolis as 5 Shot Dead
Just hours before, Mayor Jacob Frey and Chief O’Hara both spoke at a press conference, expressing outrage over the stretch of violence.
Police Chief Brian O’Hara acknowledged the cycle of shootings, calling them “infuriating” and highlighting their toll on families and neighborhoods. O’Hara said the department has increased patrols and is working with community leaders to formulate immediate and long-term responses. “Each individual act causes immense grief and tears families apart,” he said. “We must confront this head-on—and together.”
Near S. 15th Ave. & E. Lake St. in Minneapolis. MN CRIME PHOTO
Mayor Jacob Frey has directed the Office of Community Safety and Minneapolis Police to use every available resource in response. The city is coordinating with federal, state, and local law enforcement partners.
Minneapolis Neighborhood Community Relations is working closely with MPD, the Office of Community Safety, and the Native community to address public safety concerns and trauma-related needs. Additional patrols and technology have been deployed in the Phillips area.
The Hennepin County Medical Examiner will release the man’s identity and official cause of death in the coming days.
UPDATE: Suspect Arrested by U.S. Marshals
The chief emphasized the need for public cooperation, stating that solving these cases depends heavily on community members stepping forward. “Even anonymous information is helpful,” he said. “With the public’s help, it’ll be faster.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact MPD by email at policetips@minneapolismn.gov or by voicemail at 612-673-5845. Tips can be submitted anonymously to CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.CrimeStoppersMN.org. Tips that lead to an arrest and conviction may qualify for a reward.
UPDATE: Suspect Arrested by U.S. Marshals
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