NORTH MANKATO, MN — Tyson Goodsell, a 17-year-old North Mankato resident known for his dedication to his fitness and his work at GoodyZ Barbershop, has passed away. Family members and local authorities confirmed his passing following a tragic shooting incident on Saturday evening, May 23, 2026.
Life and Legacy
Born in 2008, Goodsell was best known for his work ethic, his commitment to the gym, and his involvement with GoodyZ Barbershop. Though his life was cut short just as he was transitioning into adulthood, he left a lasting impact on his close-knit family and peers.
“My kid didn’t deserve this, he worked and hit the gym, my boy was becoming a man… RIP my strong boy! Ur dad is still proud of u! RIP Tyson Goodsell!”
— Zach Goodsell, Father
Incident and Investigation Summary
According to an official press release from the North Mankato Police Department, officers responded to reports of gunshots near Pleasant View Drive and Willow Lane at approximately 11:03 p.m. on Saturday. Shortly after, a passenger vehicle crashed into a townhome on Willow Trail.
First responders located Tyson inside the vehicle suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite immediate lifesaving measures at the scene and rapid transport to Mayo Clinic Health System-Mankato, he was tragically pronounced deceased.
Authorities state they do not believe this was a random incident and emphasize there is no known ongoing threat to the public. The investigation is being actively handled by the North Mankato Police Department, with assistance from the Nicollet County Sheriff’s Office, Mankato Police Department, MN River Valley DTF, and the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension.
Funeral and Memorial Information
According to the family’s preliminary announcements, memorial arrangements are being organized:
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Location: To be announced (Updates will be provided by GoodyZ Barbershop/The Goodsell Family)
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Date & Time: Pending final arrangements.
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Protocol: The family is currently seeking any information regarding the incident. Law enforcement asks residents in the Pleasant View Drive and Northridge Drive neighborhoods to review home surveillance footage for a silver 2010 Chevrolet Impala and to contact Lt. Brian Gangelhoff at 507-625-7883 with tips.
Editorial Note: This report has been compiled using verified law enforcement press releases from Chief Ross Gullickson and public statements from the Goodsell family.