Crime & Justice
Minneapolis boy, 11, dies in brother’s arms after broad daylight park shooting
11-year-old Amir Atkins was fatally shot in broad daylight at Folwell Park in Minneapolis on June 23.
11-year-old Amir Atkins was fatally shot in broad daylight at Folwell Park in Minneapolis on June 23.
Atkins, died in his older brother’s arms while being rushed to the hospital.
11-year-old Amir Atkins shot and killed
Gunfire erupted around 2 p.m., according to Minneapolis Police. Witnesses reported multiple vehicles driving through the park when shots rang out..
A nearby resident heard cries for help and found Amir wounded. He placed the boy and his brother in his car and drove toward the hospital. On the way, he flagged down police. Despite life-saving efforts, Amir was pronounced dead at the scene.
A GoFundMe has been created to help the family during this difficult time.
Family members described Amir as joyful and full of life. “He had a unique spark that touched everyone he met,” said his uncle in a GoFundMe post.
No arrests have been made. Police are urging anyone with information to contact CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS or submit tips online at CrimeStoppersMN.org.
The investigation is ongoing.
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