Minneapolis, Minnesota — An 11-year-old boy was fatally shot on Monday afternoon in Folwell Park, prompting a swift police investigation into the troubling incident. Authorities reported hearing gunfire in the area shortly after 2 p.m., and officers quickly arrived on the scene along Dowling Avenue North.
A nearby resident reported hearing cries for help and discovered the boy outside his home, suffering from a significant gunshot wound. Two other males, whose ages remain unidentified, were reportedly present with him at the time of the incident. The resident took immediate action by driving the injured child toward the hospital but diverted to a nearby intersection after encountering a police officer. The officer, upon taking the boy from the vehicle, initiated life-saving measures.
Despite the efforts of emergency personnel who quickly arrived on the scene, the child succumbed to his injuries at the location. Investigators believe the shooting occurred within the bounds of Folwell Park, where reports indicated gunfire moments before the boy was found. Witnesses noted the presence of one or two vehicles in the park’s lot during the time of the incident.
As the investigation unfolds, police have not released details about the relationship between the victim and the other two individuals present at the time of the shooting. No arrests have been made thus far, and authorities continue to collect information to piece together the circumstances surrounding the tragic event.
This incident has drawn renewed attention to safety concerns in the area, as community members grapple with the implications of such violence occurring in a public space. The Minneapolis Police Department is appealing to anyone with relevant information to come forward to aid in their inquiries.