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For the second weekend in a row, the University of Minnesota is going all in on Operation Gopher Guardian. The move brings an extra 10 police officers to the Dinkytown and Marcy Holmes neighborhoods during nighttime hours on the weekend when crime has surged near campus.
At least 10 MPD and university police officers will be in squads and on foot patrol for the next few weekends to combat increasing crime. “No one should have to feel nervous on campus,” a U of M senior told 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS.
Reports indicate several students suffered second-degree burns and other injuries.
Reports indicate several students suffered second-degree burns and other injuries.
U of M officials say they are partnering with the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD) in launching Operation Gopher Guardian.