Michel Anthony Grendahl SR

, the above-named defendant, and the allegations contained therein. Based upon that information, your complainant believes the following to be true and correct. On November 2, 2025, at approximately 10:41 PM, Rochester Police Officers responded to reports of a fire in northeast Rochester, Olmsted County, Minnesota. Officer Walters arrived and began collecting statements from eyewitnesses. Multiple eyewitnesses identified a man, who Officer Walters recognized as MICHEL ANTHONY GRENDAHL SR. [DOB REDACTED], as the person who started the fire.

Officer Morales observed a small fire on a nearby high voltage electrical box. Officer Morales also observed scattered paint cans and purple paint near the fire. Officer Morales made contact with Grendahl who denied any involvement with the fire. While speaking with Grendahl, Officer Morales observed purple paint on Grendahl’s shoes and hands. Grendahl also had burnt residue on his hand. The estimated damage to the high voltage electrical box exceeds $300. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: YOU MUST APPEAR FOR EVERY COURT HEARING REGARDING THIS CASE. FAILURE TO APPEAR FOR COURT IS A CRIMINAL OFFENSE AND MAY RESULT IN ADDITIONAL CRIMINAL CHARGES BEING IMPOSED AND PUNISHED AS PROVIDED IN MINNESOTA STATUTES SECTION 609.49.