One dead and one injured in early morning shooting

Minneapolis Police Department

Public Information Release

One dead and one injured in early morning shooting

December 4, 2023 (Minneapolis): At approximately 12:05 a.m., officers from the 3rd Precinct and Metro Transit Police responded to the report of a shooting near E Lake St and S 12th Ave.    Officers identified a male in his 30s on the sidewalk with fatal gunshot wounds.  Officers attempted life-saving efforts.  Despite all life-saving efforts, that male died at the scene.   Officers identified a female in her 40s with apparent non-life-threatening gunshot wounds.  She was transported to Hennepin Healthcare (HCMC)

It is common for several pedestrians to be in the area.  There were several people outside and, in the area, when shots were fired. 

Officers secured the scene and canvassed the area.

Forensic scientists from the Minneapolis Police Forensic Division responded to process the scene and collect evidence. Minneapolis Homicide Investigators began their investigation to determine who was involved and what transpired.

The Hennepin County Medical Examiner will release the name of the deceased along with the cause and manner of his death.

The GO number is 23-322368

Anyone with information is encouraged to call CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Tips may be submitted electronically at www.CrimeStoppersMN.org. All Tips are anonymous and persons providing information leading to an arrest and conviction may be eligible for a financial reward.

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12-4-2023 MR 23-322368 One dead and one injured in early morning shooting - 12 Av S - Lake St E.pdf


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