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Minneapolis man charged for firing gun near Nicollet Avenue
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Sabrina Salguero Del Cid , KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 24, 2026
· 2 min read
A Minneapolis man was charged Friday after police said he fired a gun near Nicollet Avenue earlier this week. According to a criminal complaint, prosecutors charged 29-year-old Jarvay Gay with possessing a firearm or ammunition after a violent conviction and with reckless discharge of a firearm....
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Key takeaway to a reported shooting near 19th Street East and Nicollet Avenue South.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The charging of Jarvay Gay for firing a gun near Nicollet Avenue raises concerns about public safety in a densely populated area of Minneapolis. The fact that shots were fired in a parking lot and alleyway, with bystanders present, highlights the potential for harm to innocent people. The use of city cameras to identify and track the suspect also underscores the role of technology in helping law enforcement respond to violent incidents. As the case against Gay moves forward, it will be worth watching how the city and law enforcement agencies work to prevent similar incidents in the future, particularly in areas with high foot traffic like Nicollet Avenue. The presence of prior convictions, including a previous firearm offense, also raises questions about the effectiveness of current measures to prevent repeat offenders from accessing firearms.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A Minneapolis man was charged Friday after police said he fired a gun near Nicollet Avenue earlier this week. According to a criminal complaint, prosecutors charged 29-year-old Jarvay Gay with possessing a firearm or ammunition after a violent conviction and with reckless discharge of a firearm....
When was this published? This article was first published on July 24, 2026 by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) and curated for The Minneapolis readers.
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