Michael Darell Smith

Your complainant is employed by the Columbia Heights Police Department. In that capacity, complainant has reviewed official reports filed and has learned substantially the following: On December 7, 2025, at approximately 10:53 PM, Officer Manuel Alvarez was on patrol. While traveling southbound on Central Avenue, in Columbia Heights, Anoka County, Minnesota, Officer Alvarez observed a motor vehicle bearing Minnesota license plate TEH-785. A registration check revealed that the vehicle’s plates were designated for impoundment.

Officer Alvarez initiated a traffic stop of the vehicle. The driver was identified as Michael Darell Smith [DOB REDACTED], the defendant herein. A records check of Defendant's driving status indicated that his driving privileges were canceled as inimical to public safety (IPS). The records check further revealed that Defendant had an active felony warrant for his arrest. Smith was placed under arrest and transported to the Anoka County Jail without incident.