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Published on April 12, 2024
Minneapolis Police Investigate Shooting that Left 23-Year-Old Dead, No Arrests Made YetSource: Google Street View

A fatal shooting claimed the life of a young man on a Minneapolis street Thursday afternoon, triggering an ongoing investigation by local authorities.

Minneapolis police rushed to the corner of Glenwood Ave. and Cedar Lake Rd. N at around 4:23 p.m., following a gunshot report, according to a bulletin from the Minneapolis Police Department. Upon arrival, officers discovered a 23-year-old male with a severe gunshot wound in a vehicle, the man's life hanging by a thread, they intervened with life-saving measures until EMS arrived. The victim was hurried to Hennepin County Medical Center where, unfortunately, he succumbed to his injuries.

Details on the altercation that led to the shooting remain sparse as investigators piece together the events that unfolded. As of now, no arrests have been made in connection with the incident. Witnesses or those with information are urged to come forward and may contact CrimeStoppers with the assurance of anonymity and the possibility of a financial incentive for tips leading to a conviction.

Police forensic scientists worked the scene, collecting evidence while homicide detectives began their inquiry into the death. The identity of the man and the exact cause and nature of his death will be disclosed by the Hennepin County Medical Examiner's office at a later time.

The case, marked by the GO number 24-094064, remains open as authorities continue to appeal to the public for help. Those who have any relevant information are encouraged to reach out anonymously via CrimeStoppersMN.org or by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).