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Official account of fatal police shooting in Austin, Minn., disputed

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The man, who has not yet been officially identified, was fatally shot by a police officer in the parking lot of a gas station in Austin on Thursday night, after he left his home following a lengthy standoff. Family members and community activists are disputing the official account of the shooting.

This is an MPR News morning update for Monday, December 27, 2021. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer.

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