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Police investigating shooting at Minneapolis park that left 1 woman injured
By Ryan Pattee at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· June 21, 2026
· 1 min read
Minneapolis Park police are investigating a shooting at Bossen Field Park that injured one person Saturday night.
According to Minneapolis Park police, the shooting was reported at 9:45 p.m.
When authorities arrived, they found a woman who had sustained gunshot injuries to her hand and head...
Key takeaway According to Minneapolis Park police, the shooting was reported at 9:45 p.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The shooting at Bossen Field Park raises concerns about public safety in Minneapolis' green spaces. As the city's own police department investigates, residents are likely to wonder about the security measures in place at local parks. Given that Minneapolis is served by the Minneapolis Public Schools district, families who frequent these parks for recreation and sports may be particularly alarmed by the incident. The fact that the city has its own police department, which is leading the investigation, suggests that local authorities are taking a proactive approach to addressing the incident. However, the lack of known suspects and the uncertainty surrounding the victim's condition will likely keep the community on edge until more information is released. As the investigation unfolds, residents will be watching to see how the city responds to ensure the safety of its parks and public areas.
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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? Minneapolis Park police are investigating a shooting at Bossen Field Park that injured one person Saturday night.
According to Minneapolis Park police, the shooting was reported at 9:45 p.m.
When authorities arrived, they found a woman who had sustained gunshot injuries to her hand and head...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 21, 2026 by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) and curated for The Minneapolis readers.
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