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Mother says her son was killed in St. Paul while trying to help a woman during an assault
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk Ryan Pattee , as published by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· August 1, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Paul Police, two men were shot and one died on July 30.
A 22-year-old man from Maplewood died after attempting to help a woman being assaulted in downtown St. Paul. The incident occurred near Seventh Street East and Wacouta Street.
According to the St. Paul Police, two men were shot and one died on July 30. The victim's mother reported that her son received calls from acquaintances, prompting him to leave his home.
She believes her son was trying to assist the woman, who was allegedly being beaten by her boyfriend. Further details about the incident are available from the St. Paul Police and local news sources.
The investigation into the shooting is ongoing, with more information available from related reports.
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Category: safety Published: August 1, 2026 Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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