24-03-2025
Minneapolis armed robbery spree: 5 robberies within 15 minutes
The Brief
Minneapolis had five reported aggravated robberies at gunpoint within 15 minutes across the northeast and southeast parts of the city.
Police say each robbery involved three to four suspects, but none of them were located.
Items that were stolen range from credit cards and wallets to keys and a backpack.
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - Across northeast and southeast Minneapolis, five robberies at gunpoint took place within 15 minutes early Sunday morning.
What we know
According to Minneapolis police, five robberies at gunpoint took place within 15 minutes in the areas of northeast and southeast Minneapolis.
Just after 3 a.m., Minneapolis police activated its Robbery Pattern Response Protocol, which received support from University of Minnesota Police and the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office.
Despite the protocol being in place, the three to four suspects thought to be involved in the incidents were not located.
Here's a breakdown of each incident:
Three to four suspects were involved, driving a gray sedan.
Items that were stolen include keys, a credit card and an ID.
No injuries were reported.
Three suspects were involved in a gray vehicle.
A backpack was stolen.
No injuries were reported.
Three to four suspects were involved in a gray sedan.
A purse, wallet and keys were stolen.
No injuries were reported.
Three suspects were involved in a gray sedan.
Police did not say if anything was stolen.
A victim was assaulted but declined medical attention.
Three to four suspects were involved in a gold sedan.
About $90 in cash was stolen.
No injuries were reported.
What you can do
Minneapolis police are currently investigating the string of robberies, with no reported arrests yet.
Police are asking anyone with information on the incidents to contact authorities. You can email policetips@ or call 612-673-5845.
To send an anonymous tip, call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit online at
The Source
A press release from Minneapolis police.
