Overview
- Law enforcement is investigating a deadly shooting that occurred aboard a METRO Green Line train at Westgate Station on University Avenue, with officials confirming an adult was killed.
- Sgt. Garrett Parten of the Minneapolis Police Department said officers are handling the probe and that more information will be released as the investigation continues.
- Multiple agencies were on scene and a train was stopped on the tracks while police redirected nearby traffic to secure the area and gather evidence.
- Authorities have not released the victim’s name, a motive, or a suspect description, and officials said they expect to provide additional details after overnight follow-up work.
- The incident adds to recent concerns about safety on Twin Cities transit after several recent fatalities, and investigators are likely to review surveillance, interview witnesses, and coordinate with Metro Transit police.