Wednesday, June 27 2012 10:12 PM EDT2012-06-28 02:12:30 GMT
Though it may seem like there are a lot of stories highlighting crime on the north side of Minneapolis, overall trends have been improving -- and there's a lot more to the story than the numbers.
Though it may seem like there are a lot of stories highlighting crime on the north side of Minneapolis, overall trends have been improving -- and there's a lot more to the story than the numbers.
Wednesday, June 27 2012 6:14 PM EDT2012-06-27 22:14:50 GMT
A 6-year-old Minneapolis boy was shot and killed while sleeping in bed Tuesday morning. Police said many shots were fired outside the home at 45th Ave. N. and Bryant Ave. N.
A 5-year-old Minneapolis boy was shot and killed while sleeping on the couch Tuesday morning. Police said many shots were fired outside the home at 45th Ave. N. and Bryant Ave. N.
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Minneapolis investigators say they have strong leads in finding the person who fired the bullet that killed 5-year-old Nizzel George on Tuesday, but they still need more information from the public and are now offering a $1,000 reward.
According to Sgt. Stephen McCarty, four homicide investigators with the Violent Criminal Apprehension Team are close to identifying the shooter after questioning multiple people.
However, investigators still need more information from the public and are urging anyone with information to call the homicide investigators at 612-673-2941.
Tipsters can also remain anonymous by calling 612-692-8477.
Investigators served two search warrants overnight -- including on at a home at the corner of 45th and Camden avenues. Inspector Mike Martin says that home was shot up the night before George was killed.
The department is very concerned about retaliation so they are putting pressure on people living in both homes, and there are people living in both houses who are currently on probation. That means officers are now cracking down on enforcing the conditions and making home visits.
Officers are working overtime in the area and putting more squads on the streets in an effort to prevent more shootings.
Outside the Bryant Avenue North home where George was shot, a memorial is growing -- but the holes left from a hail of gunfire are still visible on the house.
On Wednesday, the victim's uncle, Robert Tolliver, walked FOX 9 News through the ordeal, saying his nephew was running in fear before collapsing on the family couch to die.
"This door was open. He heard the shots, he got scared -- then he was running in here where we [were]," Tolliver recalled. "I think the bullet caught him coming in here."
The blood-soaked couch was removed on Tuesday, but the tension in the neighborhood is still high. In fact, police have stationed a remote camera across the street from the home because officers said they fear escalation or retaliation in part of an ongoing feud.
Thursday, May 23 2013 3:31 PM EDT2013-05-23 19:31:10 GMT
Former Rep. Anthony Weiner launched his campaign for mayor of New York City this week, but his website seems to indicate he is running for office in Pittsburgh. The stylized and colorized image used in
Former Rep. Anthony Weiner launched his campaign for mayor of New York City this week, but his website seems to indicate he is running for office in Pittsburgh. The stylized and colorized image used in
Thursday, May 23 2013 3:18 PM EDT2013-05-23 19:18:28 GMT
Authorities say two New York City men and a New Jersey man kidnapped another man off a Queens street in broad daylight and held him for over a month, demanding $3 million from his family.
Authorities say two New York City men and a New Jersey man kidnapped another man off a Queens street in broad daylight and held him for over a month, demanding $3 million from his family.
Thursday, May 23 2013 1:43 PM EDT2013-05-23 17:43:15 GMT
Kerry Kennedy has joined farmworkers protesting outside Wendy's shareholder meeting in Manhattan.
Kerry Kennedy has joined farmworkers protesting outside Wendy's shareholder meeting in Manhattan. The protesters said Thursday they want Wendy's to sign an agreement to safeguard working conditions for Florida tomato pickers.
Thursday, May 23 2013 12:55 PM EDT2013-05-23 16:55:29 GMT
A $1,000 reward has been posted for information leading to the arrest and conviction of two men seen running to and away from a homicide scene Tuesday night in Camden.
A $1,000 reward has been posted for information leading to the arrest and conviction of two men seen running to and away from a homicide scene Tuesday night in Camden.
Thursday, May 23 2013 9:07 AM EDT2013-05-23 13:07:03 GMT
The NYPD arrested a suspect in the latest anti-gay attack in the city, said police.
The NYPD arrested a suspect in the latest anti-gay attack in the city, said police. The incident Monday night involved two men, who police say, had met at the Bowery Mission and went out drinking together in the East Village. Roman Gornell, 39, was arrested on Wednesday.
Thursday, May 23 2013 9:05 AM EDT2013-05-23 13:05:21 GMT
Hollywood superstar Brad Pitt made a trip to the birthplace of Frank Sinatra on Wednesday night to promote his new movie, "World War Z."
Hollywood superstar Brad Pitt made a trip to the birthplace of Frank Sinatra on Wednesday night to promote his new movie, "World War Z." Pitt stunned the crowd at the Clearview Cinemas when he walked in just before the start of the special screening.
Thursday, May 23 2013 7:23 AM EDT2013-05-23 11:23:09 GMT
New Jersey officials have seized inventory and demanded records from 29 bars and restaurants, nearly half of them TGI Fridays, that they say sold low-quality liquor to patrons who thought they were buying premium brands.
New Jersey officials have seized inventory and demanded records from 29 bars and restaurants, nearly half of them TGI Fridays, that they say sold low-quality liquor to patrons who thought they were buying premium brands.
