MN CRIME Archive
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Lakeville Man Indicted for Murder of Pregnant Sister
Jack Joseph Ball, 23, faces two counts of first-degree murder and two counts of intentional second-degree murder in the death of 30-year-old Bethany Ann Israel and her unborn child.
24-year-old Man Arrested After Duluth Stabbing
Authorities responded to a report of a stabbing at approximately 12:22 p.m. on January 9 in the 100 block of East 3rd Street. When they arrived, officers discovered one person with a stab wound.
Brooklyn Park Man Sentenced for Murder at Family Party
The shooting occurred on Sept. 21, 2024, during a birthday celebration at a residence on the 7500 block of Kentucky Avenue North. According to court records, Chang reportedly became upset over perceived disrespect from a relative.
Winthrop Man Sentenced for killing 79-year-old Farmer
The case stemmed from a Sept. 20, 2022, incident when Bauer called 911 to report finding Weitzenkamp unresponsive in a machine shed at a farm on 266th Street near Winthrop.
Driver Killed in Kandiyohi County Crash on Highway 71
A 67-year-old Spicer man died Tuesday morning after his truck collided with a railroad bridge in Kandiyohi County, authorities said.
Firefighters Battle Blaze at Minneapolis Encampment
Thick smoke and flames were visible for miles as firefighters worked to extinguish the fire around 2:15 p.m. Initial reports indicated propane tanks were involved, a recurring hazard in encampment fires.
Driver Found Dead After Crash into Mississippi River in Minneapolis
Minneapolis Park Police and the Minneapolis Fire Department responded to the scene near 33rd Street and West River Parkway in Minneapolis around 7:50 a.m. Sunday.
Surveillance Footage Leads to Arrest in Saint Paul Drive-By Killing
Prosecutors allege that Steven Rawls Jr., 25, fired multiple shots at a vehicle parked on the 600 block of Aurora Avenue, killing one man and endangering three others, including two children Nov. 24.
Man Admits to Killing, Dismembering 2 Women in Saint Paul
The victims were reported missing under similar circumstances. Investigators later discovered their dismembered remains in separate storage facilities in Woodbury and Coon Rapids.
Woman Wounded in Drug-Related Shooting Near Mankato; Suspect Arrested
Authorities are investigating a December 31 shooting in rural Blue Earth County that left a woman injured and resulted in the arrest of an 18-year-old man.
Woman Seriously Injured in Minneapolis Hit-and-Run
A woman suffered life-threatening injuries after being struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run early Tuesday morning.
Man Charged in Fatal St. Louis Park Pedestrian Crash
A 38-year-old man faces felony charges after a crash in St. Louis Park on December 30 left one pedestrian dead and another critically injured.
Man Charged in Saint Paul Gas Station Shooting
A 22-year-old West St. Paul man faces felony charges after allegedly shooting two men during a confrontation at a St. Paul gas station on Sunday.
Driver Pleads Guilty in High-Speed Minnetonka Crash
Mohamed Aydarus Salad, 29, admitted to operating his vehicle in a grossly negligent manner during the March 5 collision at Highway 7 and Williston Road.
Man Charged After Firing 30 Shots in Saint Paul Public Housing
Police responded to multiple 911 calls around 7:45 p.m. on December 22nd, reporting gunshots on the ninth floor of an apartment building on Ada Street.
2 Pedestrians Struck, 1 Killed in St. Louis Park Crash
Police responded around 6 p.m. Monday, Dec. 30 to the 3900 block of Meadowbrook Road, where two pedestrians had reportedly been struck by a driver.
Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Hennepin County Murder
Tremaine Bucholz was sentenced in Hennepin County District Court after being convicted of aiding and abetting first-degree murder and second-degree murder.
Richfield Driver Charged in Crash That Seriously Injured Pedestrian
A 30-year-old Richfield man has been charged with felony criminal vehicular operation following a collision that left a pedestrian with serious injuries.
Duluth Police Arrest Suspect in Theft of Mankato Hockey Team’s Sticks
Officers responded to the report in the 200 block of West 1st Street. Officers learned that around 30 sticks were stolen from the bus overnight, which were valued in excess of $15,000.
Driver Dies, 2 Injured in Saint Paul Head-On Crash
The Saint Paul Police Department reported that the crash occurred around 2:30 a.m. in the 700 block of Shepard Road. A sedan collided head-on with a pickup truck, resulting in significant damage to both vehicles.