No Injuries Reported After Shots Fired at Sherburne Government Facility

Jul 19

A man was arrested Saturday after reportedly firing multiple shots into the windows and doors of the Sherburne County Government Center before walking into the building while armed, according to officials.

Sherburne County authorities say the man, identified as Zha Vang, 51, of Elk River, was taken into custody outside the building shortly after the incident, which occurred around 9:30 a.m. No injuries were reported.

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Commander Ben Zawacki said Vang was walking away from the building holding a long gun when deputies arrested him. Law enforcement from several agencies responded following reports of gunfire at the government complex on Business Center Drive in Elk River.

Vang was booked into the Sherburne County Jail following the arrest. The Sheriff’s Office said the investigation remains active and ongoing to determine whether Vang committed any other crimes before or after entering the Government Center.

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County officials are working to secure the building and evaluate the extent of the damage caused by the gunfire.

Official charges have not yet been filed against Vang.

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