2 Teens Struck by Gunfire in Minneapolis

May 25

Two teenage boys were shot in Minneapolis early Sunday afternoon, police say.

Authorities believe both teens were injured in the same incident, with one suffering life-threatening injuries.

Just before 1 p.m., officers responded to a ShotSpotter activation on the 2700 block of 13th Avenue South. While they were en route, the call was updated to a confirmed shooting.

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Officers arrived and located a 16-year-old boy with an apparent gunshot wound. He was reported to have non-life-threatening injuries and was transported by paramedics to Hennepin Healthcare for treatment.

As officers worked the scene and collected evidence, they were informed that another 16-year-old had arrived at Hennepin Healthcare in a private vehicle. That teen had life-threatening gunshot wounds. Investigators believe both teens were shot during the same incident.

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Police secured the area and canvassed for evidence and witnesses. Crime scene personnel from the Minneapolis Forensic Division also responded to process the scene.

As of Sunday evening, no arrests have been made. Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

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