On or about November 29, 2025, at approximately 5:58 PM, officers responded to a report of a theft in progress at Mills Fleet Farms, [ADDRESS REDACTED], City of Blaine, Anoka County, Minnesota. Officers were advised a male and female suspect were observed selecting merchandise and concealing it in a black bag. One of the suspects was later identified to be AUSTIN TYLER JUREK, [DOB REDACTED], the Defendant herein. Officers were advised by loss prevention that an employee had seen the suspects exit the business pass all points of sale without attempting to pay for the concealed merchandise.
Later surveillance footage confirmed both the male and female suspect participated in hiding merchandise in the black bag and leaving the store. Upon arrival, the officer saw the two suspects leave in a vehicle and proceeded to conduct a stop on them. Defendant complied with officers' instructions and was placed under arrest. While speaking with Defendant, Defendant stated the stolen merchandise would be found in the back seat of the vehicle. The female suspect was removed from the vehicle and placed under arrest.
The large black bag with the stolen merchandise was found in the vehicle and contained a total value of $782.90 of merchandise. Both suspects were transported to Anoka County Jail. Officers note no prior related convictions appeared on either suspect's record.
