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Watertown motorist injured in Douglas County crash on Thursday
Authorities are investigating a one vehicle crash in Douglas County that sent a Watertown motorist to the hospital according to the Minnesota State Patrol (MSP). 23-year-old William Richard Malz was westbound on I-94 in Orange Township in his Ford Fusion. Malz was entering the Highway 29 exit ramp when he lost control of the vehicle and went into the ditch.
Minnesota Man Charged for Torching Home With Baby & Three Other Children Inside
Minneapolis, MN (KROC-AM News)- A Minnesota man accused of setting a townhome on fire that had children inside has now been charged in federal court. A news release issued by the U.S. The Attorney's Office in Minnesota says the fire broke out around 11:30 on the morning of May 31.
HCSO: Body Found Near Maple Grove Rest Stop
An investigation is underway into the discovery of a body found near a Maple Grove rest stop. The Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office says the body was found in a stormwater retention pond near the Elm Creek Rest Area off Interstate 94. Law enforcement was notified at approximately 3:35 p.m....
Motorcyclist killed in two-vehicle crash Tuesday in Wayzata
WAYZATA, Minn. — A 30-year-old motorcyclist was killed in a two-vehicle crash Tuesday evening in Wayzata. According to Wayzata Police, the crash occurred just before 6 p.m. on northbound Central Avenue near the eastbound ramp onto Highway 12. Police did not provide any information about what led up to the crash, but did say that they don't believe drugs or alcohol are involved.
Arrests, sentencings, fire calls for July 4
Wright County Sheriff arrests: • Perry John Bondhus, 56, of Monticello was arrested June 22 in Monticello on a Wright County warrant for terroristic threats. • Joel Lavern Christenson, 37, of Monticello was arrested June 22 in Monticello on a charge of second-degree DWI. • Daye Abba Kla-Diibah, 38, of Brooklyn Park was arrested June...
Transgender woman and Trevor Project volunteer Liara Kaylee Tsai killed in Minnesota
Liara Kaylee Tsai, a 35-year-old transgender woman who was a well-regarded Trevor Project volunteer, was killed in Minnesota last week, and her former romantic partner is charged with second-degree murder. Tsai, who lived in Minneapolis, was found in the back seat of a car driven by that partner, Margot Lewis,...
Eden Prairie Police Department Seeks New 911 Emergency Communications Supervisor After Longtime Leader Retires
The Eden Prairie Police Department (EPPD) is on the quest for a new 911 Emergency Communications Supervisor, a vacancy that presents itself after the retirement of the long-serving supervisor of 23 years, as reported by the City of Eden Prairie, MN. This role is pivotal to the EPPD, overseeing the operations and leadership of the 12-person staff within the Communications Center. The supervisor's responsibilities extend beyond mere management of schedules and shifts; the individual is tasked with the hefty duty of prioritizing and assigning jobs, spearheading training programs, and undertaking the regular duties that come with the post of a Public Safety Telecommunicator.
Hennepin County Sheriff's Office issues warning about staying safe on the water this holiday weekend
A warning from the Hennepin County Sheriff’s department to anyone thinking about drinking and boating this holiday weekend. Now is the time to review safety tips to keep children safe around water especially with water levels across the state high.
Eden Prairie Police Advise Caution for Fourth of July Festivities Amid CPSC Injury Stats
As the skies prepare to light up with the celebratory glow of fireworks this Fourth of July, the Eden Prairie Police Department (EPPD) urges the public to prioritize safety. With the festivities fast approaching, it's crucial to remember that fireworks, while spectacular, can pose serious risks. Citing data from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), recent numbers indicate a staggering tally of eight deaths and 9,700 injuries related to fireworks across the nation last year, with hands and fingers being the most common casualties, as reported by the City of Eden Prairie, MN.
Driver and Passenger Injured In McLeod Co Crash
A driver and his passenger were injured in a two-vehicle crash in McLeod County Friday (corrected) evening northwest of Biscay. The State Patrol says the driver and passenger in an SUV, 35-year-old Luke Johnson and 35-year-old Valerie Johnson of Glencoe, suffered non-life threatening injuries. The Patrol says Luke Johnson was taken to Hutchinson Hospital for treatment. Valerie Johnson did not require hospitalization.
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