← Latest/Dakota CountyDakota CountyDrugsFatalNarcoticsOverdoseFentanyl Suspected as Overdoses Spike in Dakota CountyMN CRIME STAFFWednesday, December 24, 2025AAaAAThe Dakota County Drug Task Force is warning of a rise in both fatal and non-fatal overdoses reported over the past week, with a sharp increase recorded in the last 24 hours. Share this article☆ SaveSaved articles →Post on XShare on FacebookShare on LinkedInCopy LinkMNCRIMEOMNI SEARCH🔍Search cases, defendants and chargesScan 1000s of defendants, cases & charges across Minnesota← PreviousMan Charged in Maple Grove Benihana ShootingNext →Man Shot by Police in Saint Paul Now Facing Felony ChargesRead our editorial standards
Threats Prompt Evacuations at 2 Lakeville High SchoolsThe threats were submitted through Lakeville Area Schools’ anonymous reporting system on September 22, 2026, according to a joint release from Lakeville police and the school district.Sep 22, 2026Dakota County
Saint Paul Woman Charged After 4.8 Pounds of Meth, Gun FoundA confidential informant helped detectives recover nearly five pounds of methamphetamine and a loaded handgun from a Saint Paul apartment in late August, according to charges.Sep 22, 2026Ramsey County
Man Charged After Olmsted County Burglary, Pickup CrashA burglary suspect crashed a pickup into a tree while fleeing deputies, who recovered a stolen rifle and suspected methamphetamine, according to charges.Sep 21, 2026