Young Male Found Fatally Shot Near Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis
Published: October 8th 2026.
MINNEAPOLIS MN - Minneapolis police are investigating after a young male was found dead from an apparent gunshot wound near the Midtown Greenway on Wednesday evening.
According to the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD), officers responded to reports of a shooting at approximately 8:40 p.m. near Stevens Avenue South and East Lake Street.
Upon arrival, officers located an unidentified male lying on the ground with an apparent fatal gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Preliminary information indicates that two males were seen leaving the area following the shooting. Police have not released descriptions of those individuals or indicated whether they are considered suspects.
Officers secured the scene and canvassed the surrounding area, while MPD forensic personnel collected evidence. Homicide investigators are working to determine the circumstances leading up to the shooting.
No arrests have been made, and the investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Minneapolis police at policetips@minneapolismn.gov or call 612-673-5845 and leave a voicemail.
Anonymous tips can also be submitted to CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.CrimeStoppersMN.org. Information leading to an arrest and conviction may qualify for a financial reward.
The MPD incident number is 26-291455.