St. Paul Police Open Homicide Probe After Man Found Dead Near Railroad Tracks

Overview

• A passerby reported a man lying between railroad tracks near the 1400 block of Case Avenue and officers found him with injuries consistent with an edged weapon, and he was pronounced dead at the scene.
• Police have labeled the death a homicide and have launched an active investigation to learn what led to the incident and who is responsible.
• The Ramsey County Medical Examiner will conduct an autopsy to confirm the victim’s identity and the exact cause of death.
• Authorities said this is St. Paul’s fifth homicide in 2026 and they have not released a suspect, motive, or the victim’s name.
• Investigators are collecting evidence and seeking tips from the public as they interview potential witnesses and review the scene, with officials expected to release updates after the autopsy and further leads develop.