09/02/2026
Update - 2 p.m. Sept. 3
Detectives are still investigating the Sept. 2 incident that happened at 4:45 p.m. on Utica Avenue near 143rd Street in Savage. Their initial findings show that two neighbors had an encounter involving a dog’s behavior, and one individual reported receiving a verbal threat. A second altercation followed, during which one neighbor fired a weapon at the other.
A 39-year-old man from Savage was taken to HCMC with life-threatening injuries and is currently in critical condition.
Officers arrested 46-year-old Michael Anton Moss of Savage. He is being held in the Scott County Jail on the following charges:
- Felony – Attempted Second-Degree Murder
- Felony – First-Degree Assault (Great Bodily Harm)
- Felony – Possession of Ammunition/Any Fi***rm by a Convicted Felon
Savage Police thank the Shakopee, Burnsville, Lakeville, and Prior Lake Police Departments; the Scott County Sheriff’s Office; the Tri-City Tactical Team; and EMS partners, including the Savage and Burnsville Fire Departments and Allina Paramedics, for their help during this incident.
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Update - 8:30 p.m. September 2
Officers completed an initial investigation and determined that the gunshots near 143rd Street and Utica Avenue happened during a dispute between two people who know each other.
One adult male from Savage was taken to Hennepin County Medical Center for treatment. A second adult male from Savage is in custody. The Tri-City Tactical Team helped safely clear two nearby homes. Investigators are still at the scene collecting evidence. There is no threat to the public, but please continue to avoid the area.
The investigation is active, and no additional information is available at this time.
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At 4:45 p.m. on Sept. 2, Savage Police and Fire, along with several neighboring agencies, responded to several reports of shots fired near 143rd Street and Utica Ave. in Savage. Responding officers took multiple individuals into custody; one individual was transported from the scene with serious injuries. There is no threat to the public; however, the area remains a very active and involved crime scene while officers complete the investigation. Please avoid this area until further notice.
SavageMN.gov/News
