Crime
Justin Marshall killed in Minneapolis shooting
MINNEAPOLIS – Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting that claimed the life of a man early Friday morning in south Minneapolis.
According to the Minneapolis Police Department, officers responded to reports of gunfire near the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Lyndale Avenue South at approximately 2:33 a.m.
Upon arrival, officers located a man—now identified as Justin Marshall, believed to be in his 30s—suffering from life-threatening gunshot wounds.
Marshall was transported to a nearby hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries.
Preliminary information gathered by investigators suggests that Marshall had been speaking with an individual seated inside a vehicle just prior to the shooting.
At some point, the suspect allegedly exited the vehicle and shot Marshall before fleeing the scene.
No suspect description or vehicle information has been publicly released at this time.
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara issued a statement in the aftermath of the shooting:
“We as a community cannot accept this violence and tragedy as normal. Investigators are working diligently to follow up on leads and learn what led up to this tragic shooting. If anyone has any information about this tragedy, please provide it to our investigators.”
The Hennepin County Medical Examiner’s Office will release the official cause and manner of death following a scheduled autopsy.
Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding this incident to contact Minneapolis police by emailing policetips@minneapolismn.gov or by calling 612-673-5845 to leave a voicemail. Individuals who wish to remain anonymous can reach out to CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS or submit information online at www.CrimeStoppersMN.org.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Christian County, Mo. — Authorities have identified the suspect accused of fatally shooting a deputy with the Christian County Sheriff’s Office during a traffic stop as Richard Bird.
At the time the Blue Alert was issued, the suspect had not yet been taken into custody.
According to law enforcement officials, the deputy initiated a traffic stop involving a 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck along State Highway 160 near Highlandville.
During the stop, the suspect allegedly opened fire, fatally wounding the deputy before fleeing the scene.
The suspect was reported to have traveled southbound on Highway 160 following the shooting.
Authorities described the suspect vehicle as a black 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck equipped with a silver brush guard, black body trim, tinted rear windows, and a three-ball trailer hitch. The vehicle was bearing Missouri license plate 9MG-X36.
A statewide Blue Alert was issued to notify the public and assist in locating the suspect.
Law enforcement officials urged residents not to approach the vehicle or suspect if located, but instead to immediately call 911 and provide detailed information while remaining at a safe distance.
Christian County is situated south of Springfield and north of Branson, an area that sees significant travel due to its proximity to the Ozarks.
Multiple agencies across the region coordinated efforts in response to the alert.
Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting or the status of the investigation.
Law enforcement officials expressed their condolences to the deputy’s family, colleagues, and the community as they continue to pursue justice in the case.