Arrest made, victims identified in St. Paul triple homicide

Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Kyle Brown, KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) · July 21, 2026 · 2 min read

A suspect who police believe shot and killed three people at a St. Paul apartment building was arrested Monday night after he fled to the Iron Range. According to the St. Paul Police Department, St. Louis County deputies arrested Tsegaab Binessu, 30, of St. Paul, in Virginia, Minnesota, on Monday...

Why this matters in The Minneapolis

The arrest of Tsegaab Binessu in connection with the triple homicide in St. Paul's Highland Park neighborhood brings some measure of relief to the community, but the incident also raises concerns about public safety in the Twin Cities area. As Minneapolis residents, we are keenly aware of the proximity of our city to St. Paul and the potential for crime to affect both communities. The fact that the suspect was able to flee to the Iron Range before being apprehended highlights the need for continued cooperation between law enforcement agencies across the state. The identification of the victims, including two from surrounding suburbs, also underscores the regional impact of this tragedy. As the investigation continues and formal charges are pending, Minneapolis residents will be watching closely to see how this case unfolds and what measures are taken to prevent similar incidents in the future.

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Category: safety · Published: July 21, 2026 · Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) · Reading time: 2 min

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Arrest made, victims identified in St. Paul triple homicide

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