A woman is dead and a gunman is on the loose after an argument inside a South Minneapolis apartment turned violent Saturday evening, according to police.
Officers were called to an apartment on the 2400 block of Pillsbury Avenue South around 5:30 p.m., where they found a woman suffering from a life-threatening gunshot wound. She was taken to a hospital and later died of her injuries. Police say the suspected shooter had already fled before officers arrived, and no arrests have been announced.
What police say
Investigators believe an argument inside the apartment escalated into gunfire, KSTP reports.
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara called the killing “a senseless loss of life” and said investigators “will take all necessary steps to ensure the person responsible is held accountable,” according to the station.
How to help
Police are asking for the public’s help as they work to track down a suspect.
Anyone with information is urged to email [email protected] or call 612-673-5845, per a public information release from the Minneapolis Police Department.
Those who want to remain anonymous can contact CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS or submit a tip online, as outlined in the department’s release.
Investigation ongoing
Investigators processed the apartment and are still working to find witnesses and obtain any video that could help identify a suspect, according to KSTP.
The victim’s name has not been released, and police have not shared details about a possible motive or suspect description as the investigation continues.
