Minneapolis Man Charged with Illegal Firearm Possession and Reckless Discharge
A Minneapolis man, identified as 29-year-old Jarvay Gay, has been charged with illegal firearm possession and reckless discharge of a firearm. The charges stem from an incident on July 20 near the intersection of 19th Street East and Nicollet Avenue…
Minneapolis St. Paul, MN, July 24, 2026 —
A Minneapolis man faces charges related to illegal firearm possession and reckless discharge of a firearm following an incident on July 20. Jarvay Gay, 29, was charged after authorities allege he fired a handgun down an alley near the intersection of 19th Street East and Nicollet Avenue South.
According to reports, officers encountered Gay near the location of the alleged discharge. While attempting to flee from the officers, Gay reportedly dropped a backpack. The backpack contained the firearm in question, as well as his Social Security card.
Gay has prior convictions that include firearm possession and aggravated robbery, which are relevant to the current charges.
The specific details regarding the circumstances leading up to the alleged firing of the weapon, the exact timeline of the pursuit, and the outcome of any legal proceedings are not detailed in the provided information. The charges indicate the alleged actions occurred on July 20.
Story summarized from the original created by Sabrina Salguero Del Cid on kstp.com, see more information here.
