Police release identity of man shot after dispute in downtown Minneapolis strip club

Roy Milton Burns, 48, of St. Paul, suffered critical injuries from gunfire after a dispute escalated from Rick’s Cabaret to the street in downtown Minneapolis on October 5. Police responded to reports of an assault inside the club, located in the 300 block of 3rd Street S. , before hearing gunfire shortly after 3:40 a. m.

Burns was found with potentially life-threatening injuries and taken to HCMC, where his condition has since improved to satisfactory. Authorities have not announced any arrests and have not disclosed further details about what triggered the altercation. Preliminary information suggests that the conflict began inside the club and escalated outside, culminating in gunfire. The lack of arrests raises concerns about public safety in the area, particularly given the incident's proximity to a popular nightlife venue. Police continue to investigate the shooting, aiming to gather more information to apprehend those involved.

As the community seeks answers, the incident highlights ongoing issues related to violence in nightlife settings.