More information has been released about a shooting southeast of Alexandria Monday night.
The victim is James Blenker, 42, and he remains in serious condition at a Twin Cities hospital. A suspect, Blenker's 17-year-old stepson, voluntarily turned himself in and remains in custody at the Douglas County Jail awaiting charges.
Douglas County sheriff deputies responded to the shooting at Blenker's residence at 2066 County Road 86 In Hudson Township near Union Lake at about 8:30 p.m. Monday night.
The 17-year-old called 911 to report the shooting, according to Douglas County Sheriff Troy Wolbersen.
Initial reports indicated that Blenker had been shot twice in the back. He was shot inside the garage of the residence, according to the sheriff. A handgun was recovered at the scene, he added.
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No motive has been revealed at this point in the investigation.
Blenker was transported to the Douglas County Hospital and later flown to Hennepin County Medical Center by North Air Care.
