COON RAPIDS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On Friday evening, a harrowing incident unfolded at the Emma B. Howe YMCA in Coon Rapids, just north of Minneapolis. The tranquility of the evening was shattered when gunfire erupted around 7:58 p.m. Reports flooded in, prompting a swift response from Coon Rapids law enforcement.
Responding officers discovered a grim scene at the YMCA on Springborg Drive Northwest. A 16-year-old male had been struck by gunfire, allegedly fired by an individual outside the building. Though rushed to a local hospital, the victim’s condition remains stable, offering a glimmer of hope amidst the chaos.
Police are intensifying their efforts to untangle the threads of this alarming incident. While the motive remains murky, investigators are leaning towards the hypothesis that the shooting is linked to an ongoing conflict rather than a random act of violence.
As the community grapples with the shock of this event, the Rapids Police Department urges anyone with pertinent information to come forward. They can reach out to authorities at 763-427-1212, aiding in the pursuit of justice and closure for those affected.
In the wake of this disturbing episode, the search for the perpetrator continues, underscoring the urgent need for swift resolution and a sense of security in Coon Rapids.
I’m Neil Berg reporting for trfnews.i234.me
This is horrible! There are families there with children! What moron would shoot into a building with children in it? If you have a beef with someone, take it somewhere else!
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