Full Breakdown
Fatal Shooting in Frazee, Minnesota: Investigation Underway
12/22/2025, 6:47:08 AM
Incident Overview
A shooting incident in Frazee, Minnesota, early on December 20, 2023, resulted in the death of 19-year-old Bryson Andrew May. The Becker County Sheriff's Office reported receiving a disturbance call at approximately 2:38 a.m. from 701 West Ash Avenue. Upon arrival, deputies discovered May had sustained life-threatening injuries and was subsequently transported to Essentia Health St. Mary's Hospital in Detroit Lakes, where he was pronounced dead.
Arrests and Investigation
Following the shooting, four individuals fled the scene in a black SUV. Law enforcement quickly located the vehicle approximately 11 miles southeast in Perham, leading to the arrest of all four suspects. Among those detained are Arthur Deshun Campbell, 19, from New York Mills, and a 16-year-old male, both of whom are awaiting formal charges. The Becker County Sheriff's Office has indicated that the investigation is ongoing and that they believe the incident to be isolated, posing no further threat to the community.
Official Statements
The Becker County Sheriff's Office emphasized the collaborative effort in responding to the incident, stating, "The Frazee Police Department, Frazee Rescue, Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, Otter Tail County Sheriff's Office, and Essentia-St. Mary's EMS assisted at the scene." They also reassured the public, noting that there is no perceived ongoing threat related to the shooting.
Criticism & Opposition
While the authorities have classified the shooting as an isolated incident, some community members have expressed concerns regarding safety and the prevalence of violence in the area. Local residents are calling for increased measures to ensure public safety and prevent similar incidents in the future.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
There are no significant discrepancies reported among the sources regarding the details of the incident. However, the names of the other two suspects involved in the shooting have not been disclosed, and further information regarding the circumstances leading to the shooting remains limited as the investigation continues.
Verbatim Quotes
- "The shooting is believed to be an isolated incident, with no further threat to the public." — Becker County Sheriff's Office
- "Life-saving measures were performed at the scene." — Becker County Sheriff's Office
- "All four individuals believed to be connected to the shooting have been detained." — Becker County Sheriff's Office
The investigation into the shooting of Bryson Andrew May continues as authorities work to gather more information and determine the circumstances surrounding this tragic event.
