Minneapolis police investigate citys first homicide in two months

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In a troubling incident, a man in his 20s was found shot dead in a car outside a north Minneapolis apartment building late Saturday night, marking the city's first homicide in two months. The police responded to reports of gunfire around 10:20 p. m. and discovered the victim in a vehicle that had crashed into the garage entrance of the building. Chief Brian O'Hara expressed concern over the shooting, highlighting the presence of many residents at the time and the need for community vigilance against violence.

The last homicide in Minneapolis occurred on February 15, raising questions about safety in the area. As of Sunday morning, authorities had made no arrests, and the victim's identity remained undisclosed. O'Hara urged anyone with information to come forward to help investigators. This incident underscores ongoing concerns about gun violence and its impact on community safety in Minneapolis. Residents are left grappling with the implications of this tragic event as investigators work diligently to uncover the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

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