What began as a large Saturday night gathering in St. Paul’s Frogtown neighborhood ended with two people shot and four others in handcuffs, according to police.
Officers said two people were hit in the legs when gunfire broke out, and both were taken to Regions Hospital with injuries described as non-life-threatening.
Large Frogtown Gathering Turns Violent
Responding officers found an estimated 150 people gathered near Grotto Street and Charles Avenue when shots rang out, according to the Pioneer Press. An officer heard gunfire, then spotted a vehicle speeding away near the 700 block of Thomas Avenue. Police pulled that vehicle over, seized four firearms and arrested four people in connection with the incident, the outlet reported.
The two shooting victims were transported to Regions Hospital, where they were treated for gunshot wounds to their legs that authorities say are not life-threatening.
Police Response And Local Context
St. Paul police said the case remains under active investigation as detectives review video and take witness statements to piece together what led up to the gunfire. The shooting comes as city leaders keep a close eye on gun violence, which they have repeatedly called a top public-safety concern despite some declines in recent years, as reported by the Star Tribune.
Arrests And Next Steps
Police arrested four people and recovered multiple firearms during the vehicle stop tied to the incident, though the department has not yet released the names of those taken into custody or specified potential charges, according to the Pioneer Press.
Investigators are asking anyone who was at the gathering, or who has video or other information about the shooting, to contact St. Paul detectives as they continue their probe.
This story will be updated as police release additional details, including any formal charges.
