Man Shot During Yo Gotti Concert

Minneapolis police said a nightclub shooting during a Yo Gotti concert left one man dead Nov. 3.

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Officers said they received a call about the shooting at Epic Nightclub at about 1 a.m. Upon arrival, they saw a man lying on the sidewalk outside of the venue, according to the Pioneer Press.

About 2,000 patrons attended the concert.

Witnesses told police the shooting appeared to be the result of an argument.

The injured man was moved outside to the sidewalk, where he died of a gunshot wound to the chest.

Investigators are working to identify the suspect, who left the scene on foot.

Epic management said it is working with Minneapolis police in the investigation and reviewing all security measures including metal detectors and cameras, KSTP-TV reported.

“The management and staff of Epic are shocked and saddened by the events of the early morning hours of Sunday, Nov. 3. We express sympathy and condolences to the family of the shooting victim,” a statement from the club said. “Epic is serious about its commitment to providing as secure an environment as possible.

“All patrons entering Epic are subject to search and security screening. On the night of the incident, Epic employed 40 security staff members and six off-duty Minneapolis police officers.”