Minneapolis, MN
At approximately 12:40 a.m., Third Precinct officers responded to a call of a shooting with two people injured in the 900 block of Cedar Ave S. Upon arrival,
Officers identified a man in his 40s with potentially life-threatening gunshot wounds in the parking lot behind 901 Cedar Ave S. Officers provided immediate medical attention. The injured man was transported to Hennepin Healthcare (HCMC), where he later died. A second man with apparent non-life-threatening injuries arrived at HCMC in a passenger vehicle.
Officers secured the location and searched the area. Preliminary information indicates shots were fired along 9th St. at a group of people gathered in a parking lot behind 901 Cedar Ave. South. Investigators say an exchange of gunfire then ensued.
Forensic scientists from the Minneapolis Police Forensic Division responded to process the scene and collect evidence. Homicide detectives are working to determine the sequence of events that led to the shooting.
The Hennepin County Medical Examiner will release the name of the man who died along with the cause and manner of his death.
There have been no arrests. The GO number is 24-118939.
Anyone with information is urged to call CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Reports can be submitted electronically at www.CrimeStoppersMN.org. All tips are anonymous and individuals who provide information leading to an arrest and conviction may be eligible for a financial reward.
