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2 people dead, 1 seriously injured in the second fatal shooting in the camp in as many days

2 people dead, 1 seriously injured in the second fatal shooting in the camp in as many days

Two people are dead and one is in critical condition following a shooting at a homeless camp in Minneapolis on Sunday afternoon.

Three people were arrested in connection with the incident, which occurred around 2:30 p.m. near 44th Street and Snelling Avenue. Police say they are not suspects but have been detained for questioning.

A 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS photographer present at the scene took the following photos.

The identity of the deceased has not yet been revealed.

Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara and Mayor Jacob Frey spoke at the scene on Sunday. Watch the full video of their remarks below.

Then there is a shooting one person was fatally shot and two were injured in a small camp on the sidewalk along 15thvol Avenue South early Saturday morning.