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Victim shot at St. Paul bus stop was targeted for his e-bike, police say

WCCO digital update: Afternoon of July 30, 2024
WCCO digital update: Afternoon of July 30, 2024 01:44

ST. PAUL, Minn. — A man is recovering after he was shot on Saturday afternoon at a bus stop near one of St. Paul's most busy intersections.

The Metro Transit Police Department says it happened at about 3:30 p.m. on Snelling Avenue near Spruce Tree Drive, just south of University Avenue West.

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Police say they believe the victim was "targeted because of their e-bike." He was brought to Regions Hospital in critical condition. On Tuesday, police say his condition has been upgraded to stable.

No one is in custody and the investigation is ongoing.

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