Man Fatally Shot Inside South Minneapolis Apartment Building

Police Chief calls shooting "senseless" and asks for public's help

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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A man was fatally shot inside a first-floor common area of a south Minneapolis apartment building on Tuesday night around 10:40 p.m. Police say an altercation preceded the shooting, but no arrests have been made as of Wednesday morning.

Why it matters

Gun violence and homicides remain a major concern in Minneapolis, which saw a spike in violent crime during the pandemic. This latest incident highlights the ongoing challenges the city faces in ensuring public safety and addressing underlying issues that contribute to such senseless acts.

The details

According to police, the fatal shooting occurred inside a building on the 100 block of East 18th Street. Authorities have not yet publicly identified the victim. Investigators are working to determine what exactly led to the altercation and shooting, but no suspects have been named or arrested so far.

  • The shooting happened around 10:40 p.m. on Tuesday, February 25, 2026.

The players

Brian O'Hara

The Minneapolis Police Chief who called the shooting "senseless" and asked the public for information.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

The takeaway

This latest incident of gun violence in Minneapolis underscores the city's ongoing struggle to address public safety concerns and find solutions to prevent such senseless acts from occurring in the future.