# Minnesota man kills wife and child, then himself, police say.

Police in Minnesota report that a man fatally shot his wife and child before taking his own life. The incident is under investigation. Officials believe there is no ongoing threat to the public.

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## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/aug/12/minnesota-man-killed-family-suicide) — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:34:08 GMT