Teen critically wounded in Hopkins shooting; two arrested
A 16-year-old boy was critically wounded in a shooting in Hopkins this week, and two people have been arrested.
Officials said the teen was taken to a hospital in critical condition and remains under medical care. Investigators did not immediately release a motive and said the arrests followed an initial investigation and questioning at the scene.
Officials have released few details and asked the public to avoid speculation while the inquiry continues. Authorities did not identify the arrested individuals or say if charges have been filed, and police asked anyone with information to contact investigators.
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đ Key Facts
- Shooting occurred around 3 p.m. Friday, April 17, near Feltl Court and Smetana Road in Hopkins.
- Victim is a 16-year-old boy with a life-threatening gunshot wound, in critical condition as of Sunday morning.
- Police arrested an adult man and a juvenile male at the scene on weapons charges while the investigation continues.
- Hopkins police are seeking tips from the public at 952-258-5321.
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April 19, 2026