Tragic Downtown Minneapolis Shooting: Two Dead, Three Injured

Two people died and three others, including two teenage girls, were injured in a downtown Minneapolis shooting early Saturday. Police responded to a call around 2 a.m. and found five victims aged between 16 and 21. A fight between groups led to the shooting, resulting in one arrest.

An early-morning shooting in downtown Minneapolis led to the deaths of two men and injured three others, including two teenage girls. Police responded to a call just before 2 a.m. Saturday and found five injured individuals, all between the ages of 16 and 21. Unfortunately, the two men succumbed to their injuries in a hospital, while the other victims' injuries are not considered life-threatening.

Authorities have arrested one individual on suspicion of inciting a riot, as the altercation stemmed from a fight between groups of people. Assistant Police Chief Katie Blackwell announced that, in light of the incident, patrols will be boosted downtown. Partner agencies will include the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office, Metro Transit Police, and a community group, as per reports from WCCO-TV.

The increase in patrols aims to prevent further violence and calm community concerns. While an investigation is ongoing, police are urging anyone with information to come forward.

(With inputs from agencies.)