Minneapolis police on Feb. 28 released images and asked the public for help tracking down a man spotted near a violent midday street assault that left a 45-year-old man in a coma. Investigators say the victim was hit multiple times with a log near the intersection of Franklin Avenue East and 22nd Avenue South on Feb. 13 at about 1:15 p.m. The case remains an active investigation.
In a post by the Minneapolis Police Department, the department’s Assault Unit said detectives observed the man in the photo around the time of the attack and that the victim is still in a coma. The post notes that the investigation has not yet produced any arrests and urges anyone who recognizes the individual or knows anything about the assault to contact investigators. The department also points out that tipsters can remain anonymous by going through Crime Stoppers and might qualify for a financial reward.
Investigation and what’s known
Detectives say they are actively following leads and have circulated the images in hopes of putting a name to the man seen near the scene. So far, no suspects have been publicly identified. While the overall picture of violent crime in Minneapolis has cooled somewhat from recent highs, aggravated assaults remain a front-burner concern for police and often come down to residents sharing what they know, according to the Star Tribune.
How to help
Anyone with information was asked to contact the Minneapolis Police Assault Unit at 612-673-5845 or email [email protected], according to the department’s post. Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online through Crime Stoppers of Minnesota, which may pay rewards for information that leads to an arrest and conviction.
