Kwik Trip worker killed in Mankato stabbing, suspect arrested

MANKATO, Minn. (FOX 9) - A suspect has been arrested after police say a Kwik Trip clerk was killed in an apparent stabbing at a Mankato store on Tuesday.

Disturbance at Kwik Trip

What we know:

Police responded shortly after 3 a.m. on Tuesday to the report of a disturbance at the Kwik Trip off Madison Avenue near Bassett Drive.

At the store, they found a worker unresponsive on the floor with a knife wound.

He was rushed to Mayo Clinic Health System where he was ultimately pronounced dead. 

The victim has been identified as Dennis Vosika, 34, of Mankato. 

Suspect arrested

What's next:

Police say, using surveillance video, they were able to identify a suspect. That suspect, a 28-year-old man, was later arrested at his home.

Police said the suspect is a known customer and was "easily identified as the suspect." 

The Minnesota BCA is assisting police with the investigation.

Kwik Trip responds to killing

What they're saying:

Following the death, Kwik Trip CEO Scott Zietlow issued the following statement:

"It is with deep sorrow and a heavy heart that I write to inform you of an unimaginable tragedy that occurred at Store 344 in Mankato, MN early this morning. One of our coworkers was tragically stabbed and killed while on duty. This is a devastating loss for all of us, and our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.

"As a company, we are fully committed to supporting our coworkers through this painful ordeal. The suspect is in police custody, and we are working closely with law enforcement authorities to understand what happened.

"At Kwik Trip, the safety and well-being of our coworkers are our top priorities. We are committed to maintaining a secure and supportive workplace for all coworkers. We want to make sure that everyone feels safe and supported during this challenging time.

"We will get through this as a community, leaning on each other for strength and support."