Crime & Safety
Authorities Seek Armed Suspect Who Fled Minneapolis Police
Police are looking for information on a man armed with a gun who fled officers Saturday night.
The Minneapolis police are looking to the public for information on an armed suspect who fled officers Monday night. On the evening of Nov. 21 at about 7:42 p.m., officers from the Fourth Precinct stopped a vehicle on Dupont Avenue and 21st Avenue North for two traffic violations.
Before the vehicle came to a complete stop, a backseat passenger jumped from the vehicle armed with a gun. Officers chased the suspect, but were unable to catch him. Officers searched the area with a K-9, however they were unable to locate the suspect, according to a news release.
If you were in that area on the 21st and saw or heard anything suspicious, call 911. Or to remain anonymous call 612-692-TIPS (8477). You can also text 847411, enter MPD, a space, and then the information.
Find out what's happening in Minneapolisfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Image via YouTube
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.
