Crime
Three Killed, Two Critically Injured in South Minneapolis Mass Shooting
Minneapolis, MN — A mass shooting late Sunday night in South Minneapolis has left three people dead and two others critically injured.
The incident occurred near the intersection of Bloomington Avenue South and East 25th Street in the city’s Ward 9, represented by Council Member Jason Chavez.
Minneapolis police and emergency medical services were dispatched to the scene at approximately 12:10 a.m., where they discovered five gunshot victims.
According to Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara, three individuals were pronounced dead at the scene, while two others were transported by EMS to a local trauma center.
Authorities confirmed the following details regarding the injured victims:
- A female, approximately 24 years old, sustained a gunshot wound to the face. While the bullet did not exit, she was reported to be conscious with stable vital signs.
- A male, approximately 30 years old, suffered a gunshot wound to the head and was transported in critical condition, described as exhibiting agonal breathing.
Initial findings suggest the shooting may have been a targeted act and potentially connected to gang activity.
Chief O’Hara stated during a press conference that the early stages of the investigation indicate a high probability that the victims were specifically targeted.
He added that some victims were found inside a vehicle, while one male was discovered on the sidewalk.
While responding officers were securing the scene, they reportedly heard additional gunfire nearby.
Though no further victims were located at that secondary location, physical evidence of gunfire was recovered, reinforcing concerns of ongoing danger in the vicinity.
“The city is grieving,” Chief O’Hara said, noting that the incident follows a period of relative calm in the city not seen in over five years. “That peace has been shattered. There are families suffering tonight — grieving. This is an absolutely senseless tragedy.”
O’Hara also described the emotional toll on first responders. “Family members were wailing to our officers at the scene. That’s always difficult — any time there is one victim, let alone multiple.”
All victims are believed to be adults, but their names have not yet been released pending notification of next of kin.
The Minneapolis Police Department and other local agencies are continuing to investigate.
The scene remains active, and a significant amount of forensic evidence has been recovered.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Minneapolis police or submit anonymous tips through CrimeStoppers.
MT. JULIET, Tenn. — Authorities have identified two victims killed during an active shooter incident at Cedar Creek Marina in Mt. Juliet late Friday night.
The suspect, identified as Gary Haley, a convicted felon with an extensive criminal history, is deceased following an officer-involved shooting, officials confirmed.
Mount Juliet Police officers were dispatched at approximately 9:30 p.m. Friday to the Cedar Creek Marina, located in the 9000 block of Saundersville Road, after receiving reports of a man threatening another individual on the docks.
Due to the active shooter report, a shelter-in-place order was issued for the surrounding area as a precaution.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.
The victim was later identified as Robby Brogdon, who was transported to a local hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Brogdon later succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators determined that the suspected shooter had retreated to a boat within the marina and had barricaded himself inside.
The standoff continued for several hours as officers secured the scene and attempted to resolve the situation safely.
At approximately 1:00 a.m. Saturday, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) reported that the suspect engaged responding officers and fired shots at them under circumstances that remain under investigation. Officers returned fire.
The suspect, Gary Haley, was later found deceased aboard the vessel.
During the course of the response, officers also discovered a second adult male victim, Nathan Jones, who had been shot by the suspect.
Jones was pronounced dead at the scene.
No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has assumed responsibility for the investigation, which includes a homicide, an attempted homicide, and an officer-involved shooting.
TBI agents are actively conducting interviews, collecting evidence, and working to establish a comprehensive timeline of events.
Upon completion of the investigation, findings will be submitted to 15th Judicial District Attorney General Jason Lawson for review.
Authorities stated that additional information will be released as it becomes available.