Several people have been injured after a shooting in downtown Minneapolis in the United States. The incident occurred near an apartment block shortly before 5pm on Wednesday, September 2.
Police officers among the injured
The Minneapolis Police Department responded to the scene. The City of Minneapolis said the shooting involved "multiple victims, including two police officers." One officer was shot in the stomach and the other was hit in the leg, according to a local news outlet.
Unconfirmed reports of civilian fatalities
The New York Post is reporting that a source is suggesting that multiple civilians have been killed in the incident. This has not yet been confirmed.
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Public advised to avoid the area
Police have asked that the area be avoided while emergency services work at the scene. This is a developing story.
