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Brooklyn Park Police Arrest Man After Apartment Assault
Officers were called around 12:26 a.m. Jan. 27 to a report of an assault at the Autumn Ridge Apartments in the 6300 block of Boone Avenue North.
Former Teacher In Sex Assault Case Now Accused Of Witness Tampering
According to a new criminal complaint, prosecutors say Ted Matthew Bennett, 58, contacted the student despite a court order and used emotional pressure in an attempt to influence her involvement in the case.
Minneapolis Man Charged in Woman’s Fatal Beating
Scott W. Carlson, 67, is charged with second-degree murder without intent in connection with the death of woman. The charge carries a maximum sentence of 40 years in prison.
Eagan Man Charged in Brooklyn Center Kidnapping, Sexual Assaults
Norbit Demetrius Jenkins, 61, is charged with kidnapping and five counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct along with felony motor vehicle theft following the allegations.
Woman Charged in Brooklyn Center Razor Blade Assault
According to the criminal complaint, Tiffany Ann Flowers, of Crystal, is charged with second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon and third-degree assault causing substantial bodily harm.
Burnsville Man Charged After Woman Attacked on Park Trail
Dashawn Jawaun Newton, 23, is charged in Dakota County with felony false imprisonment, felony threats of violence and misdemeanor fifth-degree assault stemming from the New Year’s Day incident near Crystal Lake.
Man Charged After Woman Found Badly Beaten in Saint Paul
Prosecutors say the assault occurred inside a Saint Paul garage and the woman was later found walking down a roadway covered in blood.
Man Charged After Shooting Cousin in Leg in Saint Paul
The shooting early saturday morning left the victim with a shattered bone that required surgery.
Maplewood Woman Charged After Spitting on Officer During Arrest
According to the criminal complaint, the incident happened around 10:50 p.m. on Dec. 31, 2025, near Hazelwood Street North and County Road B East.
Cuban National Charged After ICE Officers Struck and Bitten in Saint Paul
Juan Carlos Rodriguez Romero was indicted on two counts of assault on a federal officer with a dangerous weapon and one count of assault on a federal officer.
Man Charged in Pool Ball Assault at Willmar Bar
Court records say officers were called to Spurs Grill and Bar in Willmar just before midnight on Friday, Dec. 26, after reports of a man acting erratically, damaging property and refusing to leave.
Woman Fights Off Attacker on Burnsville Park Trail
A Burnsville Police Department spokesperson says officers were called to the area near 11 Crystal Lake West after a woman reported she had been assaulted while walking on a trail.
Suspect Charged After 2 Assaulted During Saint Paul Home Burglary
Aronde Malik Walker, who is listed as having no permanent address, is charged in Ramsey County with first-degree burglary involving an assault and first-degree burglary of an occupied dwelling.
Man Accused of Punching ICE Protester at Fort Snelling
When deputies arrived, they spoke with the victim, who reported being struck by Zak X. Surveillance video obtained by investigators allegedly shows X approaching the victim from behind while the victim was facing away.
Man Charged in Clock Attack at Champlin Group Home
The suspect faces charges of second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon and third-degree assault involving substantial bodily harm stemming from an incident in the 1200 block of Sherwood Street.
Minneapolis Gun Robbery Ends With Officer Assault Charge
According to court documents, Khalid Said Barre, 33, is charged with first-degree aggravated robbery and fourth-degree assault of a peace officer in connection with an incident at an apartment building in Minneapolis.
Man Charged With Murder After Wyoming Hospital Security Guard Dies
Jonathan Chet Winch, 35, of St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin, is charged with second-degree murder without intent while committing a felony.
Wyoming Hospital Security Officer Dies After Christmas Day Assault
The incident happened Dec. 25, 2025, when Wyoming Police Department officers were dispatched to the medical center after a patient reportedly ran from the emergency department after being placed on a hold.
Security Officer Hurt After Patient Runs From Wyoming E.R.
Police say the incident unfolded at about 5:23 p.m. on Dec. 25 after officers were dispatched to the Fairview Lakes Medical Center in Wyoming for a report of a patient who had left the emergency department after being placed on a hold.
Man Convicted of Murder Allegedly Pointed Gun at Oakdale Cops
According to a criminal complaint, Dallas T. Wright, of Plymouth, was arrested early Thursday, Dec. 18 after Oakdale police responded to reports of an unwanted person at an apartment building in the 6900 block of 10th Street North.