Shooting at Minnetonka Apartment Building Injures 1

Police search for suspect after gunfire erupts at complex near Purgatory Park

Mar. 27, 2026 at 11:37am

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Police are investigating a shooting that occurred at an apartment building in Minnetonka, Minnesota on Thursday evening. One person was seriously injured after the suspect fired numerous shots at an apartment unit. The shooting does not appear to be random, according to authorities, and the investigation is ongoing.

Why it matters

Gun violence in residential areas is a major public safety concern, especially in suburban communities like Minnetonka that are typically seen as safe havens. This incident raises questions about security measures for apartment buildings and whether more can be done to prevent such acts of violence from occurring.

The details

The shooting took place around 6:20 p.m. at an apartment complex off Highway 101 and Covington Road, about a half-mile west of Purgatory Park in Minnetonka. Police say the suspect fired numerous shots at a specific apartment unit, seriously injuring one person. Authorities do not believe the shooting was a random act and are continuing their investigation.

  • The shooting occurred around 6:20 p.m. on Thursday, March 27, 2026.

The players

Minnetonka Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the shooting incident.

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What’s next

Police are actively searching for the suspect and urge anyone with information about the shooting to come forward.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a sobering reminder that gun violence can happen anywhere, even in seemingly safe suburban communities. It underscores the need for continued vigilance, security measures, and community-based solutions to address the root causes of such acts.