Three people killed, two injured in a mass shooting on April 29 in South Minneapolis, near 25th Street and Bloomington Avenue.

Three Killed, Two Injured in South Minneapolis Mass Shooting Tragedy struck South Minneapolis late on April 29 when a mass shooting near 25th Street and Bloomington Avenue left three people dead and two others wounded. The incident occurred shortly before 11 p.m. in a neighborhood known for its residential character and community gathering spots.

According to Minneapolis police, officers responded to reports of gunfire and found multiple victims at the scene. Three individuals were pronounced dead shortly after emergency responders arrived. Two others were transported to nearby hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries. Authorities have not yet released the identities of the deceased, pending notification of next of kin.

Preliminary investigations suggest the shooting may have stemmed from a confrontation among a group of people gathered in the area. Witnesses reported hearing a rapid succession of gunshots followed by chaos as bystanders scrambled for safety. At this time, no arrests have been made, and police are urging anyone with information to come forward.

“This level of violence is absolutely devastating,” said Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara during a press conference on Tuesday morning. “We are committed to finding those responsible and bringing them to justice. Our thoughts are with the families of those killed and those recovering in the hospital.”

The shooting comes amid ongoing efforts to reduce gun violence in Minneapolis, a city that has struggled with rising homicide rates in recent years. Local officials, including Mayor Jacob Frey, condemned the violence and called for stronger community-based violence prevention efforts.

Community leaders have also called for a candlelight vigil to honor the victims and stand in solidarity against gun violence. As investigators continue piecing together the events leading up to the shooting, residents of South Minneapolis are left grieving and searching for answers in the wake of another senseless tragedy.