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Minneapolis police investigate deadly Clinton Avenue shooting
By Joseph Swanson at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
Minneapolis police are investigating a shooting after one man was killed and another was critically injured early on Friday morning.
According to investigators, officers responded to the 2500 block of Clinton Avenue South at about 12:45 a.m. after multiple reports of gunfire. At the scene, the...
Key takeaway About 10 minutes later, a second victim walked into Fairview Hospital and said he had been shot somewhere in South Minneapolis.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The deadly shooting on Clinton Avenue South is a stark reminder of the ongoing public safety challenges in Minneapolis. As police work to determine if the two victims are connected to the same incident, residents in the area are likely on high alert. The fact that a second victim walked into Fairview Hospital 10 minutes after the initial reports of gunfire suggests that the shooting may have occurred in a relatively confined geographic area, and investigators will need to canvass the neighborhood to gather more information. With no arrests made, the community will be watching closely to see how the police investigation unfolds and what steps are taken to prevent similar incidents in the future. The city's efforts to address gun violence will be put to the test as officials work to bring those responsible to justice and provide support to the affected families.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Minneapolis police are investigating a shooting after one man was killed and another was critically injured early on Friday morning.
According to investigators, officers responded to the 2500 block of Clinton Avenue South at about 12:45 a.m. after multiple reports of gunfire. At the scene, the...
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