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Police Release Initial Detainees in Downtown St. Paul Shooting

Police now seek public tips in a multi-scene case that followed a RiverCentre graduation.

Overview

  • The shooting, reported around 5:30 p.m. Monday near the RiverCentre parking ramp, left two young adult men with non-life-threatening injuries.
  • Responding officers heard additional gunfire and secured three scenes outside Grand Casino Arena, the RiverCentre ramp, and the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts.
  • Three people detained nearby shortly after the gunfire were released Tuesday as the St. Paul Police Non-Fatal Shooting Unit continued its work.
  • Investigators asked the public for help and have not released suspect names, motives, or charging details.
  • The episode followed a Metro State University graduation at the RiverCentre, and nearby businesses locked their doors as crowds cleared.