BROOKLYN CENTER, Minn. (WCCO) — Police officers are investigating a murder that happened in Brooklyn Center.
A person called 911 Monday to check on the welfare of his co-worker.
Police went to the house in the 5400 block of Girard Ave N. around 8 p.m. When they arrived, they found a man inside that had died from a gunshot wound.
Police are not releasing the name of the victim until he has been positively identified by family. It is believed he lived in the home where he was found.
The investigation is ongoing and the Brooklyn Center Police Department is being assisted by Hennepin County Crime Lab and the Medical Examiner’s Office.
The motive for the murder remains unknown at this time, police said. If you have any information related to this crime you are encouraged to contact law enforcement.
