A routine wait at a Brooklyn Park intersection turned violent Tuesday when a person sitting in a vehicle was shot, according to police. Officers say the victim was hit while inside the car, and investigators were still working the scene as of Tuesday. The department has not yet released the victim's name or condition.
Police Searching for Suspect
Police are now asking for the public's help as they try to track down whoever pulled the trigger. According to CBS Minnesota, the shot was fired into the victim's vehicle at an intersection in Brooklyn Park. The brief television report did not specify the time of the shooting, and investigators have released few additional details.
Nearby Incidents Raise Concern
The latest drive-by comes on the heels of another high-profile gun incident in the north-metro suburbs. Earlier this month, a shootout at Oak Grove Park led to felony drive-by and reckless discharge charges after officers collected 74 spent shell casings from the scene, according to FOX 9. Investigators in that case relied heavily on surveillance video to identify suspects, and authorities highlighted how community tips and shared footage helped move the case forward.
How to Help Investigators
The Brooklyn Park Police Department keeps a public "Shots Fired" dashboard and lists ways to contact officers online. According to the Brooklyn Park Police Department, anyone who might have information or video related to Tuesday's intersection shooting is urged to reach out to investigators. For emergencies, residents should call 9-1-1. For nonemergency tips, the department's main line is listed on the city's site as (763) 493-8222. Detectives are asking neighbors and drivers to review home security and dash camera footage and share any clips that could help identify the suspect and the vehicle involved.
