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Yahoo
31-05-2025
- Health
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2 Mariucci Arena shooting victims recovering, 1 suspect arrested
The Brief University of Minnesota officials say two people are in stable condition after a shooting near Mariucci Arena on Friday night. The victims are a 19-year-old man and a 49-year-old man. The shots were fired around 8:20 p.m. following the Wayzata High School graduation ceremony. MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - Two shooting victims, a 19-year-old and a 49-year-old man, are in stable condition after a shooting outside the Mariucci Arena on Friday night following the Wayzata High School graduation ceremony, according to University of Minnesota officials. Police say a shooting suspect was arrested, but have not released information on his identity or official charges. What we know The University of Minnesota Police Department said the shooting happened at about 8:20 p.m. on Friday, May 30, outside Mariucci Arena following the Wayzata graduation ceremony. The two victims were then taken to the hospital. Police say they arrested the shooting suspect and there is no ongoing threat to the public. What we don't know Law enforcement have not released information on the suspected shooter's identity or what is believed to have led to the shooting. What they're saying In a social media post, U of M Regent James Farnsworth called the incident "very disturbing and scary" while updating that people with knowledge of the situation "don't believe any students were harmed." Governor Tim Walz has also weighed in, saying on social media, "As officials take the suspect into custody, I'm praying for the injured. We're in touch with UMN public safety, and the state stands ready to help in any way we can." The Source This story uses information shared by University of Minnesota officials and past FOX 9 reporting.
Yahoo
31-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Shooting outside Wayzata HS graduation at Mariucci Arena: 2 victims, suspect in custody
The Brief A shooting at the Mariucci Arena on the University of Minnesota campus left one person in custody Friday night. The Wayzata High School graduation commencement was taking place during the time it occurred. It's still unclear exactly where the incident occurred, and the extent of any injuries. MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - A shooting injured two people outside Mariucci Arena on the University of Minnesota campus Friday night during the Wayzata High School graduation ceremony. One suspect is in custody. What we know According to the University of Minnesota Police Department, at approximately 8:20 p.m. Friday, May 30, a shooting occurred outside Mariucci Arena following the Wayzata graduation ceremony. UMPD responded to the scene, and paramedics transported two victims to Hennepin County Medical Center. Their condition is unknown at this time. One suspect is in custody, and police do not believe there is an ongoing threat to the area. What we don't know As of late Friday night, we don't know if the victims or suspect are at all connected to the Wayzata High School graduation ceremony. What they're saying In a social media post, U of M Regent James Farnsworth called the incident "very disturbing and scary" while updating that people with knowledge of the situation "don't believe any students were harmed." Governor Tim Walz has also weighed in, saying on social media, "As officials take the suspect into custody, I'm praying for the injured. We're in touch with UMN public safety, and the state stands ready to help in any way we can." What's next This is an active UMPD investigation with the assistance of the Minneapolis Police Department and the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office. This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
