What started as a routine afternoon call quickly turned into a death investigation on the 6900 block of Lakeland Avenue in Brooklyn Park on Tuesday. Police say officers were dispatched to the scene around 1:30 p.m., and detectives have been working since then to figure out what happened. So far, the department has kept a tight lid on specifics and has not released additional details.
What officials said
According to Brooklyn Park police, investigators called in help from the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension and the Hennepin County Water Patrol as the case unfolded. Beyond confirming that assistance, authorities declined to share more information while the investigation is ongoing, according to KSTP.
Agencies involved
The BCA provides forensic and investigative support to local law enforcement agencies across Minnesota, while the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office Water Patrol handles water-related incidents along with search and recovery work around the county. Those roles are outlined on the agencies' websites, per the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension and the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office Water Patrol.
How to help
Brooklyn Park police are asking anyone who may have seen or heard anything related to the incident to contact the department. Tipsters can call Brooklyn Park Police Department dispatch at 952-258-5321 or the main line at 763-493-8222. For media inquiries, the department lists [email protected] as a primary contact; more information is available on the Brooklyn Park Police Department website.
