A man is facing multiple charges after a road rage incident involving a firearm in Lexington.

On May 30, 2026, around 9:47 p.m., officers responded to an apartment building on the report of the incident.

Johnathan Troy Evon Hinde, of Anoka, faces charges of 2nd-degree assault with a dangerous weapon, threats of violence with reckless disregard for risk, carrying or possessing a pistol without a permit in a public place and driving while intoxicated with an alcohol concentration of 0.08 or more within two hours.

READ MORE → Anoka County coverage

The victim reported that a blue Toyota sedan was following him closely and sped around him as he pulled into the parking lot. After the victim approached the driver to apologize, Hinde allegedly yelled at him, displayed a black handgun and had his finger on the trigger. Concerned for his safety, the victim quickly left and called 911. Officers later observed the blue Toyota in the parking lot, which the victim confirmed was the same vehicle.

Hinde was seen exiting the building and spoke to officers, claiming the victim had brake-checked him and that he displayed the firearm out of fear. He admitted to brandishing the firearm but stated the victim never threatened him. Hinde also acknowledged that he did not possess a valid permit for the firearm and had consumed about 12 beers that day. A preliminary breath test indicated a blood alcohol concentration of 0.12, and a subsequent breath test showed a result of 0.10. Officers later searched Hinde’s apartment and found the firearm, a Sig Sauer P365, along with additional magazines and ammunition.

Hinde is currently in custody at the Anoka County Jail. A court date has not yet been set. If convicted, he faces a maximum penalty of up to seven years in prison for the 2nd-degree assault charge.

About This Charge

Minnesota classifies assault by degree under § 609.221 (first), § 609.222 (second), § 609.223 (third), § 609.2231 (fourth) and § 609.224 (fifth). First-degree assault, alleging great bodily harm, carries up to 20 years in prison. The lower degrees range from gross-misdemeanor up to 10-year felony exposure depending on weapon use and harm.