An overnight shooting near the intersection of East Hennepin Avenue and University Avenue Northeast rattled a busy slice of northeast Minneapolis late Monday, drawing a large police and emergency response as investigators worked the scene. Early information from authorities remained limited, with no immediate word on how many people were involved or whether anyone had been arrested.
Police Confirm Active Investigation
Minneapolis police say they are investigating the shooting near the high-traffic East Hennepin and University corridor, according to CBS News Minnesota. Video from the outlet shows officers and squad cars lining the area as they secured the scene and collected evidence. In those early hours, officials had not released further details on potential victims, injuries or suspects.
Where It Happened
The East Hennepin and University corridor cuts through a core commercial pocket of Northeast Minneapolis, packed with restaurants, bars and longtime small businesses that draw steady traffic day and night. Nearby destinations include the well-known liquor retailer Surdyk’s, and neighborhood guides routinely highlight University Avenue as one of the area’s major routes for both commerce and transit. With that mix of nightlife and daytime activity, incidents along this stretch tend to grab quick attention from residents, workers and commuters.
How to Help
Anyone who may have seen or heard something connected to the shooting is urged to contact Minneapolis police. Tips can also be shared anonymously with Crime Stoppers of Minnesota by phone at 1-800-222-8477 or through its online tip form. For official updates and reporting guidance, visit the Minneapolis Police Department public information pages. This story will be updated as authorities release more details.
