St. Paul police are investigating a deadly shooting on the 900 block of York Avenue that left one person dead, the department said Saturday. Officers quickly locked down the scene and called in homicide detectives to start collecting evidence as neighbors watched the response unfold.
What We Know
According to CBS Minnesota, the St. Paul Police Department announced the shooting on X and confirmed that one person had died. The outlet reported that as of its Saturday update, police had not released any additional details and were treating the incident as a developing case.
Police Response And How To Report Tips
According to the St. Paul Police Department, anyone who might have information, home security footage or dash-cam video related to the shooting is urged to contact investigators. The city lists the Homicide Unit tip line at 651-266-5650 and the department’s non-emergency number at 651-291-1111 for people willing to share information or file a report. Investigators typically process scenes for forensic evidence, while the Ramsey County Medical Examiner’s Office is responsible for confirming the victim’s identity and cause of death.
Neighborhood Context
York Avenue runs through the Payne-Phalen neighborhood and has seen prior violent incidents, a trend that local coverage has highlighted. In 2024, the Star Tribune reported on another fatal shooting on York Avenue and described investigators canvassing the area for leads. Residents told reporters that such cases deepen long-standing concerns about public safety in the neighborhood.
What Happens Next
CBS Minnesota has listed the situation as a developing story and said it will update coverage as police release more information. We will keep an eye on official department statements and local reporting for updates on the investigation, including the victim’s identity and any potential arrests.
