MN CRIME Archive
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CHARGES: Drunk Driver Fled After Fatally Striking Pedestrian
The suspect—now identified as Christopher Ronald Olson—was taken into custody after investigators noted signs of intoxication, including bloodshot eyes, slurred speech and a strong odor of alcohol.
Alcohol Suspected in 2-Vehicle Fatal Crash In Rock County
The driver of a 2023 Ford pickup truck, 47-year-old Grant Ira Crawford, of Jasper, was killed in the collision. Authorities confirmed he was wearing a seat belt.
Bicyclist Fatally Struck by School Bus in Anoka County
Emergency responders were dispatched to the intersection of St. Francis Boulevard Northwest and Ambassador Boulevard Northwest shortly after 7:25 a.m.
72-year-old Woman Killed in White Bear Lake Hit-and-Run
A pedestrian died in White Bear Lake late Thursday afternoon after she was struck by a driver who initially fled the scene, officials have confirmed.
3 Arrested in Brooklyn Park Robbery After SWAT Raids
Brooklyn Park officers responded after the victim reported being attacked by several suspects who stole his belongings and fled the scene.
CHARGES: Drug-Fueled Rampage Ends in Shooting, Fire at Minneapolis Home
The victim told police that her husband was under the influence of drugs and had shot her earlier that morning with an AK-47-style rifle during an argument.
13 Robberies Reported in Minneapolis Crime Spree Over 2 Days
The first pattern involved five robberies committed in a 15-minute span early Sunday morning, with three to four suspects involved in each case.
Inmate Dies After Collapsing at Anoka County Jail
Jail staff immediately began life-saving efforts and called for emergency medical services. Allina EMS responded, but the man was pronounced dead at the scene. He has not yet been identified.
Man Allegedly Set Fire to Apartment Amid Eviction
Emergency personnel arrived at around 5:18 p.m. and found one of the units engulfed in flames. Investigators quickly identified the resident of the unit, 27-year-old Thaddeus Kurran Mitchell, as the suspect in the case.
2 Charged After Man Shot in Face During Saint Paul Robbery
Officers were dispatched to Hennepin County Medical Center after a man arrived with a gunshot wound to the face. Police later determined the shooting happened near the intersection of Emerald Street and Ellis Avenue in Saint Paul.
2 Hurt After Driver Hits Stall on Interstate Shoulder
According to the Minnesota State Patrol, a 2011 Lincoln MKZ was parked on the southbound shoulder of Interstate 35W near Highway 280 in Ramsey County with its hazard lights activated when it was struck by the driver of a 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Brush Fires Burn 20 Acres, Destroy Home in Separate Weekend Incidents
One fire threatened multiple homes near Shoreview and another destroyed a residence and two vehicles on the Prairie Island Indian Community near Red Wing.
Child’s Death Prompts New Charge For Driver in Chisago County Crash
A 2012 Chevrolet Cruze crossed the center line and collided head-on with a 2017 Chrysler Pacifica minivan. Law enforcement identified the driver of the Cruze as Ashlee Rose Klapperick, 36.
Driver Dies in Single-Vehicle Crash in Champlin Early Sunday
Champlin officers were dispatched to the area of Highway 169 and West River Road around 4 a.m. March 23, 2025, after getting reports of a crash.
Man Accused in Broad-Daylight Shooting Ambush That Left 1 Dead
Davant Khalil Moore, 22, is accused of participating in the November 6, 2023, shooting near North 33rd Avenue and Dupont Avenue North.
Man Charged After Posing as Cop For Chipotle Discount
A man is facing criminal charges after allegedly misrepresenting himself as a law enforcement officer to obtain discounts at a Chipotle restaurant on multiple occasions.
Charges Filed Against Man Accused of Luring, Assaulting Teenager
The investigation began on March 2, when Mounds View police received a report of a missing 15-year-old boy. While attempting to locate the juvenile, family members examined the teen’s electronic devices.
Duluth Ex-Coach Sentenced for Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material
The investigation began in September 2022 when federal authorities received a tip indicating that an individual using the Kik messaging application had uploaded multiple videos containing child sexual abuse material.
Federal Charges Target Twin Cities Cartel-Linked Drug, Kidnapping Ring
A federal grand jury has indicted 11 individuals in connection with a drug trafficking and kidnapping conspiracy that allegedly operated across international borders and brought cartel-linked violence into the Twin Cities.
Fleeing from Deputies, Woman Critically Hurt in Minnesota Crash
Troopers say Michelle Marie Holter, of Thief River Falls, was driving a 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe northbound on State Highway 32 when she collided hear-on with another driver just after noon.