Executive Summary
- Shooting reported at 10:30 p.m. near Glen at Burnsville Apartments.
- One person transported to the hospital; condition undisclosed.
- Shelter-in-place order issued for local area and lifted after two hours.
One person was hospitalized following a shooting late Monday night in Burnsville, Minnesota, which prompted a temporary shelter-in-place order for local residents.
According to city officials, Burnsville police responded to a report of a shooting at approximately 10:30 p.m. near the Glen at Burnsville Apartments. The complex is located along Harriet Avenue South, just south of West Burnsville Parkway.
Authorities confirmed that one individual was transported to a hospital as a result of the incident. The current medical condition of the victim has not been disclosed by medical personnel or law enforcement.
Due to immediate safety concerns, a shelter-in-place alert was issued for the neighborhood surrounding the scene. Officials noted that the alert was not citywide and was lifted after approximately two hours once the area was deemed secure.
Investigative Outlook
Law enforcement officials are expected to release additional information regarding the circumstances of the shooting later on Tuesday. While the lifting of the shelter order indicates the immediate threat to the public has been mitigated, the investigation remains ongoing to determine the motive and identify any suspects involved in the incident.
