WCCO crew members reported that there was a heavy police presence and crime scene tape placed in the Midway area. A spokesman for the fair said it closed around 10.20pm due to “disturbances” near the Midway. “There is nothing further to confirm at this time,” the state report announced at 10:50 p.m This is the police announcement that the fair was closing early and asked everyone to leave the premises. @WCCO pic.twitter.com/QhCKRk2P1j — Nick Streiff (@nickstreiff) September 4, 2022 “Thank you for the coordinated law enforcement presence at the State Fair. Officers are working quickly to remove people from the fairgrounds and respond to reports of violence in the Midway area. We are monitoring the situation and working quickly to restore order ” said the Governor. Tim Walz tweeted. WCCO is working to learn more. Check back later for updates. WCCO staff The WCCO staff is a team of experienced journalists who bring you the content on WCCO.com.
