Crow Wing County (trfnews.i234.me) A young man is in unknown condition after a serious assault near Garrison.
What happened
Deputies were called just before midnight on Friday, Feb. 6, 2026. The call came from near the Crow Wing and Mille Lacs county line. Officials have shared a few details so far.
The sheriff’s office said a 20-year-old man was found during a traffic stop in Mille Lacs County. He was injured and needed urgent care. First responders treated him at the scene. He was then airlifted to a medical facility. His condition has not been released.
Search warrant and arrests
Investigators served a search warrant at a home on Edgewater Circle in Crow Wing County. Authorities arrested three people linked to the case. Two of those arrested are juveniles. A third person is a 19-year-old man.
Officials said the 19-year-old was arrested on suspicion of first-degree assault. The sheriff’s office has not released any names. Juvenile names are often withheld by law. The case is still under review.
What we know, and what we do not
Authorities have not said what started the assault. They have not said how the people involved know each other. They also have not released details about any weapon. They have not said if more arrests are possible.
KSTP reported the victim was found during a traffic stop and flown to a hospital. MNCRIME reported the stop was near Highway 169 and Vineland Road. MNCRIME also reported the victim may have been stabbed. Officials have not confirmed that detail in public statements.
About the suspected charge
First-degree assault is a felony charge in Minnesota. It often involves “great bodily harm” under state law. You can read the law at Minn. Stat. § 609.221.
How to follow updates
Authorities said the investigation remains active. Updates may come through court filings or new releases. You can also check the county’s in-custody list for booking information.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.