Weapons violation

City News November 9, 2026

On Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026, at approximately 9:47 p.m., Albert Lea Police Department officers and Freeborn County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to multiple reports of gunfire in the 500 block of Eighth Street East.

During the initial investigation, officers located a residence west of the reported incident location that had been struck by a bullet, damaging a window.

Investigators identified multiple persons of interest. Preliminary information indicates the shooting may have stemmed from an earlier verbal altercation between two individuals at a gas station.

The investigation remains active. No additional information will be released at this time to protect the integrity of the investigation.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE          
Nov. 9, 2026
Media contact: Albert Lea Police Department at 507-377-5200

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