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Minneapolis shooting hospitalizes multiple people
By Joseph Swanson at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
Multiple people were hospitalized after a shooting caused a frenzy early on Monday morning near University Avenue Northeast, according to the Minneapolis Police Department.
Officers responded to the scene near East Hennepin Avenue and 1st Avenue Northeast where they found one man with potentia...
Key takeaway Officers responded to the scene near East Hennepin Avenue and 1st Avenue Northeast where they found one man with potentially life threatening gunshot wounds.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The shooting near University Avenue Northeast is the latest incident to raise concerns about public safety in Minneapolis. The fact that multiple rounds of gunfire were reported and several people were seen running from the area suggests a chaotic and potentially traumatic scene for witnesses and residents. The proximity to East Hennepin Avenue, a bustling commercial corridor, adds to the worry about the impact on local businesses and community members. As the Minneapolis Police Department continues to investigate and process the scene, residents will be watching closely to see if any arrests are made and if the incident is linked to other violent crimes in the area. The city's efforts to address gun violence and improve community safety will likely face renewed scrutiny in the wake of this incident, particularly in neighborhoods where residents are already feeling vulnerable to crime.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Multiple people were hospitalized after a shooting caused a frenzy early on Monday morning near University Avenue Northeast, according to the Minneapolis Police Department.
Officers responded to the scene near East Hennepin Avenue and 1st Avenue Northeast where they found one man with potentia...
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