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Gunman Who Posed As Cop to Target Lawmakers Identified; Manhunt Underway
Boelter is being actively sought in connection with the overnight shootings at the homes of State Representative Melissa Hortman and State Senator John Hoffman.
Gunman Posing as Cop Targets Lawmakers in Fatal Overnight Attacks
The suspect fled the scene in a dark-colored SUV with a push-bumper, a spotlight on the drivers’ side, and red-and-blue flashing lights mounted on both the dash and rear window.
Teen Shot in Maple Grove, Another Wounded in Brooklyn Park
No additional details about suspects or possible arrests have been released. There was no publicly available evidence as of publication to confirm a possible connection between the shootings.
Man Charged After High-Speed Brooklyn Park Chase Ends in Crash
Isiah Shivers is accused of leading a Brooklyn Park officer on a high-speed chase around 3:45 a.m. on Saturday after police spotted a Dodge Charger and an Acura speeding near Zane Avenue North and Oak Grove Parkway.
Man Charged for Allegedly Beating 12-year-old Brother With Hammer
The 12-year-old victim was left unconscious and is now fighting for his life, according to charges filed this week in Hennepin County.
Brooklyn Park Woman Charged in $260K Online Gambling Scheme
According to a criminal complaint filed in Hennepin County this week, Jamie Morrow-Castizo, 39, is charged with possessing and transporting unstamped gambling devices.
1 Dead, 1 Injured After Crash, Vehicle Fire in Brooklyn Park
When emergency crews arrived, they found a vehicle that had gone off the road and caught fire. Other passing drivers stopped to help and were able to pull both occupants from the burning vehicle.
VIDEO: Plane Crashes into Brooklyn Park Home
An aircraft crashed into a home in Brooklyn Park early Saturday afternoon, igniting a large fire and prompting a widespread emergency response.
3 Arrested in Brooklyn Park Robbery After SWAT Raids
Brooklyn Park officers responded after the victim reported being attacked by several suspects who stole his belongings and fled the scene.
Man Charged After Posing as Cop For Chipotle Discount
A man is facing criminal charges after allegedly misrepresenting himself as a law enforcement officer to obtain discounts at a Chipotle restaurant on multiple occasions.
Motorcyclist Critically Injured in Brooklyn Park Crash
A motorcyclist sustained life-threatening injuries after crashing into a pickup truck in Brooklyn Park Thursday evening. He was not wearing a helmet and the Minnesota State Patrol says alcohol was involved.
Brooklyn Park Man Sentenced for Murder at Family Party
The shooting occurred on Sept. 21, 2024, during a birthday celebration at a residence on the 7500 block of Kentucky Avenue North. According to court records, Chang reportedly became upset over perceived disrespect from a relative.
1 Dead, Another Wounded in Brooklyn Park Shooting
Brooklyn Park police say one person is dead and another person seriously injured after a shooting on Brooklyn Boulevard Thursday afternoon.
3 Officers Avoid Serious Injury in DWI Crash During Traffic Stop
Three police officers narrowly avoided serious injuries early Saturday morning after an alleged drunk driver struck a parked squad car during a traffic stop.
Brooklyn Park Man Enters Guilty Plea for Murder at Family Gathering
A Brooklyn Park man has pled guilty to second-degree murder after fatally shooting another man during a family celebration.
Driver Killed After Vehicle Flips, Submerges in Brooklyn Park Creek
A witness reported seeing the vehicle flip and enter the water. Responders found a single vehicle that had exited County Road 81, overturned and submerged in a rain-swollen creek.
Man Sentenced for Shooting Teen at Brooklyn Park Birthday Gathering
Witnesses reported the victim was sitting at a card table, freestyle rapping, when Daniel Walker unexpectedly pulled out a black-and-purple handgun and shot him in the chest without provocation.
Woman Charged in Brutal Brooklyn Park Stabbing
According to panicked 911 callers, a woman wearing a red coat had viciously stabbed a man and taken off running towards the Huntington Apartments. The details were chilling: the knife was still sticking out of the victim's neck as he struggled to keep breathing.
Brooklyn Park Police Investigating Saturday Fatal Shooting
Officers responded at around 4:36 a.m. after receiving reports of gunfire in the 7900 block of Lee Avenue North. Upon arrival in the residential neighborhood, they found an adult male with an apparent gunshot wound.
Shooter at Brooklyn Park Family Gathering Felt ‘Disrespected’
According to the criminal complaint, Lue Chang, 32, was arrested at the scene after officers responded to a shots fired call at around 6:34 p.m. Officers found the victim lying unconscious in the backyard with multiple gunshot wounds to his abdomen and back