Minneapolis Police Department

The Minneapolis Police Department is sharing new data on a police team focused on responding to non-fatal shootings in the city. The team's early results will be disclosed, highlighting efforts to address such incidents.

One person died and four others were injured in four separate shootings across Minneapolis between Saturday night and Sunday morning. Incidents occurred in north and northeast Minneapolis, with police noting large crowds at two scenes. No arrests have been made, and all cases remain under investigation.

Heightened security measures, including a visible Minneapolis Police Department and Park Police presence, were implemented at Boom Island Park and other Red, White and Boom venues during the Fourth of July celebrations. The increased safety efforts aim to prevent dangerous incidents, such as fireworks-related attacks and a 2022 shooting that injured seven people.

A Minneapolis police officer was fired after an internal investigation found he liked a Facebook comment referencing lynching. The officer had served on the force for 18 years.

A Minneapolis police officer with a history of discipline was fired after liking a social media comment referencing lynching. The officer, Joseph Klimmek, admitted to liking the comment but claimed ignorance of its racial connotations, leading to his dismissal by former Police Chief Brian O’Hara.

Federal and state officials will announce criminal charges against multiple defendants in a major Minnesota drug trafficking investigation. The case involves two Minnesota-based organizations linked to fentanyl trafficking, firearms violations, and violent crimes.

A 15-year-old girl was shot near downtown Minneapolis and is expected to survive with non-life-threatening injuries. Two boys, ages 14 and 15, were arrested in connection with the incident. The shooting occurred in the Loring Park neighborhood, and the victim was treated at Hennepin County Medical Center.

A man died after a shooting in south Minneapolis on Sunday afternoon. Police were alerted by ShotSpotter and 911 calls, but the victim succumbed to his injuries at Hennepin County Medical Center. This incident marks the 26th homicide in Minneapolis this year.

A shooting in north Minneapolis near Penn Avenue injured a man with non-life-threatening wounds. Police are investigating the incident, with no arrests made.

A shooting occurred outside Mortimer’s Bar in Minneapolis early Saturday morning, resulting in one person injured. The Minneapolis Police Department is investigating the incident, and no arrests have been made.

A new analysis of Minneapolis Police Department (MPD) disciplinary decisions reveals coaching was used in 45% of misconduct cases between January 2024 and May 2026, primarily for 'minimal impact' violations. Coaching, defined as non-disciplinary by MPD, keeps case details private under state law, raising concerns about transparency and public accountability.

Minneapolis City Council members emphasize reform, fiscal responsibility, and community trust as key criteria for selecting the next police chief. Council members Jason Chavez and LaTrisha Vetaw highlight the need for a candidate committed to police accountability, transparency, and engaging with the community. Disagreements over the reappointment of Community Safety Commissioner Todd Barnette are noted but not seen as directly impacting the police chief search.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey faces a court order requiring the city to meet a minimum of 731 sworn officers in the police department by January 4 or risk a contempt trial. The requirement stems from a 2022 Minnesota Supreme Court ruling and a petition by the Upper Midwest Law Center, as staffing levels have declined since 2019 due to officer departures.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey outlined a 16-week process to select a new police chief by mid-fall, replacing Brian O’Hara, who resigned after interfering with an investigation into his conduct. The process includes stakeholder engagement, recruitment, and multiple interview rounds before submitting a nomination to the city council in October or November.

Hennepin County and Minneapolis approved a $250,000 joint agreement to fund a new position in the county attorney’s office to assist survivors of felony-level 'Gone On Arrival' (GOA) domestic violence cases. Advocates criticize the decision to exclude a longtime partner, Cornerstone, and question why felony and non-felony GOA cases were treated differently in response protocols.

Three people were injured in a shooting on Girard Avenue North in north Minneapolis on Monday night. All injuries were non-life-threatening, and police found the victims at two locations near the 1500 and 1600 blocks. No arrests have been made as authorities investigate the incident.

A shooting near University Avenue Northeast in Minneapolis hospitalized multiple people, including one man with potentially life-threatening gunshot wounds. Police reported multiple rounds of gunfire and collected evidence at the scene, but no arrests have been made.

Minneapolis Police are investigating a fatal shooting on Lyndale Avenue South in south Minneapolis where one man was killed and another injured. The incident occurred around 1:20 a.m. in a parking lot involving two groups, with no arrests announced.

Brian O’Hara, former Minneapolis Police Chief, has launched a consulting firm called O’Hara Leadership Group, LLC, following his resignation after an investigation found he interfered with an inquiry into his conduct. The firm aims to assist communities and organizations in managing crises and rebuilding trust, as Minneapolis seeks a new police chief.

Minneapolis has not yet started the official search for a permanent police chief following Chief Brian O’Hara’s resignation. City leaders, including Community Safety Commissioner Todd Barnette and MPD Bureau Chief Ganesha Martin, stated police reform efforts remain on track and emphasized the search process is still in early planning stages.

A shelter-in-place order was issued in North Minneapolis after officers were shot at while investigating a vehicle. The Minneapolis Police Department is conducting an investigation into the incident.

Minneapolis police issued a shelter-in-place order after an armed suspect shot at officers near North 35th Avenue and Penn Avenue. The suspect, described as a Black male in his late teens wearing a pink sweatshirt, fled the scene and remains at-large. No injuries were reported, and authorities are conducting a search.

Davis Moturi was shot in 2024 after warning the Minneapolis Police Department about threats from his neighbor. He is suing the city, the former police chief, the couple who sold him his home, and the neighbor accused of shooting him.

Minneapolis Police Department overspent by $21 million, with concerns raised over unclear budget line items including police trailers, take-home cars, and Harley-Davidson motorcycles. Council member LaTrisha Vetaw criticized the vague ledger and excessive spending, while MPD attributed most costs to overtime due to a depleted police force.

The Minnesota Republican Party's moment of silence for Derek Chauvin at a nominating convention is criticized as endorsing racial injustice. The article highlights Chauvin's conviction for George Floyd's murder and his history of excessive force, framing the gesture as a rejection of justice and accountability.

Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara resigned after interfering with an investigation into allegations of intimate relationships with city employees. The mayor described the decision as 'extremely painful' but necessary.

Minneapolis police chief Brian O’Hara resigned after a report found he likely interfered with a sexual misconduct investigation, which Mayor Jacob Frey described as a 'breach of trust.' O’Hara had been nominated for a second term in May but stepped down following a meeting with the mayor.

Minneapolis police chief Brian O’Hara resigned after a report found he likely interfered with an investigation into alleged sexual misconduct. Mayor Jacob Frey described the incident as a 'breach of trust,' leading to O’Hara's departure following his appointment to a second term.

Minneapolis's police chief, known for being married to a co-worker, has resigned amid a sex scandal investigation into his conduct. The incident highlights ethical concerns within the police department.

Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara resigned after allegedly interfering with an investigation into his conduct. The resignation followed allegations of misconduct and obstruction of the probe.

Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara resigned after an investigation found he interfered with a probe into allegations of inappropriate relationships with city employees. Mayor Jacob Frey stated O’Hara deleted a contact from his city-issued phone and discussed the investigation, breaching trust. Assistant Chief Katie Blackwell will now lead the department.

Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara resigned following an investigation into his leadership. The resignation comes amid scrutiny of the police department, with O’Hara having attended a new recruit ceremony in January before his departure.

Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara has resigned following an internal investigation into his conduct, as announced by the mayor on Tuesday evening. The resignation comes after an internal probe into unspecified misconduct.

A Minneapolis Police Department bureau chief drove her SUV into the path of a train, resulting in a collision. The incident is currently under investigation. The details of the accident and the chief's identity have not been fully disclosed.

A newly released video contradicts ICE's account of a North Minneapolis shooting, showing ICE agents' initial claims about a Venezuelan immigrant being assaulted were false. The footage led to dropped charges against Julio Sosa-Celis and Alfredo Aljorna, with ICE agents facing perjury charges. The incident occurred during Operation Metro Surge, involving a car chase and a scuffle captured by city surveillance.