Decomposed Human Body Found on Bde Maka Ska Shoreline; Investigation Underway
Hennepin County officials are investigating after a decomposed human body was discovered along the shoreline of Bde Maka Ska on Sunday morning. Water patrol deputies responded to the scene and a dive team conducted a search for further evidence. The…
Minneapolis St. Paul, MN, August 16, 2026 —
Hennepin County authorities have launched an investigation following the discovery of a decomposed human body along the shore of Bde Maka Ska on Sunday morning. The Minneapolis Police Department confirmed the find, stating that water patrol deputies were dispatched to the scene.
Upon arrival, deputies secured the area. A dive team was subsequently deployed to conduct a search of the surrounding waters, presumably for additional evidence related to the discovery. The Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office is leading the ongoing investigation.
The identity of the individual and the exact cause of death remain undetermined. The Hennepin County Medical Examiner’s Office has taken possession of the body and will conduct an autopsy to establish these crucial details. Further information is expected to be released pending the results of the Medical Examiner’s findings.
Officials have not yet released further details regarding the circumstances of the discovery or potential causes. The investigation is active and ongoing.
Story summarized from the original created by Cory Knudsen on kstp.com, see more information here.
