Sources: 1 officer dead, another hospitalized, several civilians injured after Minneapolis shooting

A police officer has died after a shooting that left several injured in Minneapolis Thursday evening, sources confirmed to 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS.

Several sources add that another officer is hospitalized and that several civilians are also injured.

A heavy police presence was assembled along Blaisdell Avenue, between West 22nd and West 24th streets, starting around 5:30 p.m. An ambulance was also seen rushing away from the scene with its lights on.

The city of Minneapolis confirmed that two police officers and four civilians were injured, but did not specify how or what their condition was.

A local resident told 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS she heard five “loud noises,” which she realized were gunshots, then she saw people running away from a gunman of a firearm. The woman added that she saw many police officers respond and tell residents to stay inside.

Other witnesses reported hearing dozens of gunshots, and other agencies were also seen responding to the area.

Police have blocked off part of the area and are asking people to avoid the area. Several teams were also seen at Hennepin Healthcare.

Gov. Tim Walz also weighed in on social media, saying the state is prepared to provide whatever resources are needed.

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