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Duluth Police Provide Additional Information from this morning’s shooting

[Duluth, MN] This morning, the Duluth Police Department responded to a report of a shooting on the 200 block of East 3rd Street at 7:59 a.m. Callers reported hearing several gunshots and that a male had been shot during the incident. On arrival, Duluth Police were not able to locate a victim but did find multiple casings, in addition to a vehicle that was struck by fragments in the Tri Towers parking lot. Numerous reports indicated that the individual who was shot was brought to a local emergency room. However, no patient with a gunshot wound checked in for treatment. The victim was transported to a local hospital by a private party after sustaining an apparent injury; however, when arriving at the hospital, the victim walked away without going into the hospital.  

Buildings in the immediate area were checked for stray bullet damage. Duluth Police also searched for any additional people who could have been injured during the incident and did not find any evidence to suggest anyone other than the individual was struck by gunfire or hurt during the incident.

“The Duluth Police Department takes shootings very seriously,” Major Crimes Lieutenant Dan Chicos said. “We investigate shootings not only to ensure public safety but also to end senseless violence. Tonight, we are asking for the public’s help in providing information about this situation so that we can bring peace and an end to this investigation.”

The Violent Crimes Unit and the Crime Scene Investigation responded to this incident and continue to investigate. No additional information is available at this time. The Duluth Police continue to ask the public to call and report any other information regarding this case. To report information, please call 218-730-5050.

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