Man killed in fight in Fridley; suspect jailed

The incident occurred Sunday night in the 6300 block of NE. Pierce Street.

January 31, 2022 at 11:42AM

A fight in Fridley has left one man dead and a suspect jailed, authorities said Monday.

Police and emergency medical responders were called about 10:20 p.m. Sunday to the 6300 block of NE. Pierce Street, where they discovered an unconscious man, the Anoka County Sheriff's Office said.

Responders began resuscitation efforts, but the man was declared dead at the scene, the Sheriff's Office said.

A man who had fled the scene was arrested shortly afterward and remains jailed.

The Sheriff's Office has yet to reveal details about what led to the fight. Identities of the two men also have yet to be released.

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