Gunfire erupted in a quiet Mankato neighborhood Monday night, leaving one man injured and residents shaken. The Mankato Department of Public Safety (DPS) hurried to the 1400 block of Eastport Drive after 911 calls reported gunshots around 10:12 pm. According to authorities, when officers arrived, they discovered a male victim suffering from gunshot wounds. The unidentified man was promptly taken to Mayo Clinic Health System in Mankato. Fortunately, his injuries were described as non-life threatening.

Officials from DPS are now digging deeply to piece together the events that led to the shooting. They currently believe this was an isolated incident, and there's no immediate threat to the public. With the investigation swiftly underway, the DPS is now urging anyone with information to step forward and contact them at (507) 387-8780. This plea was echoed in a post on the City of Mankato's official Facebook page, where the incident was first publicly acknowledged.

The shooting has caused a stir among Eastport Drive residents, with neighbors reportedly locking doors and keeping a close eye on the community. The DPS response was swift and effective, ensuring the victim could quickly receive the necessary medical attention. Still, the shadow of violence hangs over the block as the search for answers continues.

The Mankato DPS has not released any information regarding suspects or motives behind the shooting. The injury and upheaval to the community by this violent act is yet another stark reminder of the fragility of peace in even the most serene of neighborhoods. Anyone with any knowledge of the incident might hold a key piece of the puzzle and is encouraged to get in touch with DPS. The community now closely watches, waiting for the authorities to hopefully restore a sense of safety and order to their shaken streets.