A violent shooting at an apartment building in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has left at least three people dead, including the gunman. While the suspect was neutralized in an exchange of gunfire with law enforcement, the attack claimed the lives of two civilians and left at least six others severely injured, including two responding police officers.
The incident unfolded suddenly at approximately 4:30 PM on Wednesday (September 2, 2026), when gunfire erupted inside a multi-story residential complex. Responding to emergency calls, units from the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD) and multiple specialized tactical teams arrived at the scene. According to eyewitnesses, more than 25 to 30 rounds of heavy gunfire echoed from within the building, sparking widespread panic and chaos throughout the residential neighborhood.
Immediately following the outbreak of violence, law enforcement cordoned off the area alongside specialized SWAT teams and agents from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Emergency responders transported the wounded to local hospitals, where several remain in critical condition. Local authorities have instructed the public to avoid the perimeter entirely as a joint investigation into the motives behind the attack gets underway.
