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Minneapolis police investigating overnight stabbing near downtown

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At around 12:44 a. m. Saturday, police responded to reports of a stabbing in Elliot Park, located in downtown Minneapolis. Officers discovered a man in his 40s with life-threatening injuries and attempted lifesaving measures, including CPR, before emergency medical workers transported him to HCMC, where he was pronounced dead. The Hennepin County Medical Examiner’s Office is set to release the victim's identity and the official cause of death.

Police Chief Brian O’Hara stated that investigators are working diligently to uncover details surrounding the incident and are urging anyone with information to come forward. No arrests have been made as of now, raising concerns about community safety and the need for public cooperation. Violence in urban settings remains a critical issue for law enforcement and community leaders. The Minneapolis police encourage tips via email or voicemail to aid the investigation. This incident adds to a growing list of violent acts in the city, prompting discussions about safety measures.

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