Police: 1 Dead, 3 Hurt In North Minneapolis Shooting
MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) -- Authorities are investigating after one person was killed and three others were hurt in a shooting in north Minneapolis early Saturday morning.
The Minneapolis Police Department responded to a report of a shooting inside a residence at about 4:30 a.m. on the 1200 block of 22nd Avenue North. While responding, officers were notified of a male down inside a residence on the 1000 block of 22nd Avenue North, suffering from a gunshot wound.
When officers arrived at the first shooting scene, they located three victims who were suffering from gunshot wounds. One victim was pronounced dead at the scene, and two others were taken to North Memorial Medical Center. Their injuries were considered serious, but not life-threatening.
Police say the victim that was down at the 1000 block of 22nd Avenue North was with the three other men when they were all shot, but fled the residence for safety. He was taken to North Memorial Medical Center with non-life threatening injuries.
Police say an investigation shows a specific home was the target of the shootings and the incident may have been drug-related. Authorities say patrols in the area will be increased and they should expect a greater police presence in the area.
No information has been released about a suspect, and the victims in the shootings have not been identified. The incident remains under investigation. Anyone with information should call Minneapolis Police or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
