Suspect and two victims dead at apartment shooting in downtown Minneapolis
Key Points:
- Two people were killed and the suspect died following a shooting at a high-rise apartment building in downtown Minneapolis on Wednesday afternoon; one victim died at the scene and another at a hospital.
- Police responded to multiple 911 calls around 4:39 p.m., entered the building, and encountered gunfire and limited visibility due to a "haze," resulting in two officers being wounded.
- Witnesses identified the suspect as a resident known for openly carrying a weapon and reported hearing multiple gunshots and screams before fleeing the scene.
- Authorities have not released the suspect’s identity, and law enforcement, including the FBI, are actively working in the area, with public officials urging residents to avoid the nearby Loring Park neighborhood.
- Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis officials expressed gratitude to first responders and urged community safety during the ongoing investigation.