In the early morning hours of September 21, 2019, the life of Chad James Holin, a 34-year-old Caucasian male, was cut short by an act of violence in north Minneapolis. Near Folwell Park, in the 3900 block of Humboldt Avenue North, multiple 911 calls reported the sound of gunfire, drawing police to the scene. There, they discovered Holin suffering from a fatal gunshot wound to the chest.
He was pronounced dead at the location just before 1:40 AM.
The Hennepin County Medical Examiner officially ruled Holin's death a homicide. Investigators with the Minneapolis Police Department quickly determined that the shooting was not a random act, suggesting that Holin was likely targeted. Despite this belief, the circumstances leading up to the fatal encounter remained unclear to the public. The investigation commenced as authorities began to piece together the events of that tragic morning.
Formerly of St. Francis, Chad Holin was a father to a son and a daughter. His sudden death left his family, including his parents and siblings, grappling with an immense loss. In the days and weeks that followed, no arrests were made in connection with his murder. The police have not released any descriptions or names of potential suspects, and the case remains an active and ongoing investigation. Authorities have urged anyone with information to come forward, hoping for a lead that will bring justice to his grieving family and community.
