Edison D. Matzabalin Toaza, a 25-year-old resident of Minneapolis, was tragically shot to death on July 14, 2019. The incident occurred near the intersection of 6th Street and N. 22nd Avenue in north Minneapolis. According to the Hennepin County Medical Examiner's Office, Toaza suffered gunshot wounds to his hip and arm. The police responded to a ShotSpotter activation in the area around 1:45 a.m. and found Toaza in critical condition.
He was transported to North Memorial Health Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries later that evening.
As of the latest reports, no arrests have been made in connection with Toaza's death. The police have not released any information regarding potential suspects or a motive for the shooting. This case marked the 16th homicide in Minneapolis for the year 2019. The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities continue to seek any information that could lead to the identification and apprehension of those responsible for this tragic event.
