MINNEAPOLIS, MN – A Minneapolis police officer and a suspected shooter were killed Thursday in a mass shooting that rocked a local apartment building. The incident, which unfolded along Blaisdell Avenue near 22nd Street, also left four other individuals injured, including another police officer.
Authorities confirmed that the suspected gunman and two civilians had died by 8:30 p.m. One of the injured officers later succumbed to his injuries, according to sources familiar with the situation. The chaotic scene prompted a massive response from law enforcement, with numerous police squads, SWAT teams, and ambulances converging on the area.
As the evening progressed, city officials assured the public that there was no longer an active threat. However, they urged residents to steer clear of the vicinity while the investigation continued. Governor Tim Walz announced that the Minnesota State Patrol and federal ATF agents were assisting local police in managing the aftermath.
First responders also gathered at Hennepin County Medical Center, where the wounded officers had been taken for treatment. The hospital became a focal point for emergency personnel as they worked to stabilize those affected by the shooting.
The area around West Franklin Avenue and LaSalle Avenue remained cordoned off as investigators combed through the scene for evidence. The community is left grappling with the tragedy, awaiting further updates from law enforcement.