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Minneapolis police investigating fatal overnight shooting on Lyndale Avenue
By Ryan Pattee at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· June 21, 2026
· 1 min read
The Minneapolis Police Department says it is conducting a homicide investigation after one man was killed in a shooting in south Minneapolis.
According to police, the shooting was reported around 1:20 a.m. in the 2100 block of Lyndale Avenue South, where an adult man had sustained life-threate...
Key takeaway According to police, the shooting was reported around 1:20 a.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The fatal shooting on Lyndale Avenue South is a stark reminder of the violence that can erupt in the city's neighborhoods. As the City of Homes, Minneapolis prides itself on its residential character, but incidents like this underscore the need for continued investment in public safety. The fact that the shooting occurred in a parking lot where a group of people had gathered suggests that community gathering spaces can sometimes be vulnerable to violence. The Minneapolis Police Department's investigation will be crucial in determining the events that led up to the shooting and in identifying those responsible. As the city's police department works to keep residents safe, it will be important to watch how this incident affects the community and what steps are taken to prevent similar violence in the future. The city's residents will be looking for answers and for reassurance that their neighborhoods remain safe.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 21, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The Minneapolis Police Department says it is conducting a homicide investigation after one man was killed in a shooting in south Minneapolis.
According to police, the shooting was reported around 1:20 a.m. in the 2100 block of Lyndale Avenue South, where an adult man had sustained life-threate...
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