Man killed in shooting in St. Paul

St. Paul police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred overnight.

On Tuesday, officers were called to the 1200 block of University Avenue West around 12:30 a.m. because someone heard gunshots and saw a person lying on the ground.

According to authorities, the man was found with numerous gunshot wounds at the back of a residential building and was later pronounced dead.

Police said they are still working to identify witnesses and determine what led up to the shooting and who was responsible, as well as looking for physical or video evidence of the incident.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the police department at 651-266-5650.

It is the 18th murder in St. Paul in 2024.