A shooting was reported near the Kandiyohi County fairgrounds in Willmar, Minnesota on September 21. As per scanner reports, multiple people were shot in the incident at 7th Street Northwest.
Witness reports, as per the scanner site, noted that about 30 shots were fired.
“City, I’m taking a report of a drive-by shooting at the Kandiyohi County Fairgrounds,” audio from the scanner site noted. CrimeRadar, a scanner site, noted ‘Multiple people shot near county fairgrounds’, adding that this was based on information heard on the Kandiyohi County MN Law Dispatch. As per the call details shared on the scanner site, more than one person appeared to be down. Further, the reports, as per the scanner site, indicated that the alleged shooters might have been in a black car . The condition of the people allegedly shot is not known at present. A motive for the shooting is not known either, and no details about alleged suspects are out yet. The Willmar Police Department is yet to officially comment on the incident.
4 victims shot,” one wrote , though the number of victims has not been confirmed yet. Units have been dispatched to check the woods and nearby areas after the black car was reported to have fled the scene, as per CrimeRadar’s audio.
Sounds like multiple victims , one confirmed deceased…,” adding “And yall PLEASE don’t be those nosey people that go to the scene to see everything, the shooter is still on the run, stay inside!. Many locals shared their fears and concerns amid reports of the Willmar shooting. “Im praying for everyone on the Northside. Another added “shooting over by the fairground area. If anyone got people over there, check on em. However, the news of one person being deceased could not be verified. Yet another remarked “Multiple people shot near county fairgrounds. An individual shared “This is a third victim in Willard shooting.arriving at hospital. Unresponsive female arrives at hospital by private vehicle,” though the information was not verified by official sources.
Drive-By Shooting Leaves Three Dead and Strains Local Emergency Services
A drive-by shooting near the fairgrounds and fishing pier has reportedly resulted in the deaths of three individuals. Eyewitness accounts indicate that two cars were involved in a high-speed chase during the incident. Local residents are expressing their shock and concern over the violence, with one individual questioning, “Seriously, what is happening to this town?” There are troubling reports that emergency room staff have begun turning away victims due to the influx of shooting casualties. One local noted, “Have they heard anything about what is going on? They are turning some people away from the ER because of this,” although this information has yet to be verified.

