Olmsted County (trfnews.i234.me) In the early hours of Thursday, April 17, 2025, Rochester police responded to a reported armed carjacking outside an apartment building in the 2000 block of 41st Street Northwest. At approximately 1:45 a.m., two individuals approached a parked vehicle, brandished a handgun, and ordered the occupants to exit. The victims complied, and… Continue reading Rochester, MN: Armed Carjacking Suspects Flee After Police Pursuit
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Hennepin County: Woman Admits to Luring Victim in Deadly Dating App Carjacking
Hennepin County, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — In a significant development in a Minneapolis homicide case, 24-year-old Megan Renee Karjala has pleaded guilty to first-degree aggravated robbery. As part of a plea agreement, she will testify against co-defendant Vernon Sirhyde Archie, who faces charges of second-degree murder without intent while committing a felony. Karjala admitted to luring… Continue reading Hennepin County: Woman Admits to Luring Victim in Deadly Dating App Carjacking
Clay County: Eric Christopher Flock Arrested for Armed Carjacking, Robbery & Assault
Clay County (trfnews.i234.me) — Eric Christopher Flock, age 41, was arrested by the Dilworth Police Department on June 19, 2024, at 5:44 PM. Flock faces several felony charges: 1st Degree Carjacking – Armed with a Dangerous Weapon or Inflicts Bodily Harm 1st Degree Aggravated Robbery 2nd Degree Assault with a Dangerous Weapon Theft by Purse Snatching… Continue reading Clay County: Eric Christopher Flock Arrested for Armed Carjacking, Robbery & Assault
Otter Tail County: Garhok Khor Gatchay Facing Multiple Felony and Misdemeanor Charges Including Carjacking
Otter Tail County (trfnews.i234.me) — Garhok Khor Gatchay, age 26, is currently being held in Otter Tail County on a series of serious charges, including felony carjacking and multiple misdemeanors. Court records indicate Gatchay is facing the following active charges: Felony: Third-Degree Carjacking under Minnesota Statute 609.247.4 Gross Misdemeanor: Interfering with a 911 Emergency Call under… Continue reading Otter Tail County: Garhok Khor Gatchay Facing Multiple Felony and Misdemeanor Charges Including Carjacking
Breaking News Update: Suspect Apprehended Following Apartment Crash and Attempted Carjacking in Grand Forks
BREAKING NEWS UPDATE: Suspect Arrested After Apartment Crash & Attempted Carjacking In Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A suspect in custody, after apparently crashing into a Grand Forks apartment building and then trying to carjack another vehiiicle.
Aitkin County Man Charged with Stabbing, Carjacking – Faces Multiple Felonies
AITKIN, MN – A 33-year-old man is facing multiple felony charges after a violent stabbing and carjacking left a woman with serious injuries on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 in Aitkin County. Police responded to a residence on First Street Northwest after receiving reports of a stabbing. Upon arrival, officers found a 41-year-old female victim suffering… Continue reading Aitkin County Man Charged with Stabbing, Carjacking – Faces Multiple Felonies
4-Year-Old Reunited with Mother After Car Theft in South Minneapolis
4-Year-Old Reunited with Mother After Car Theft in South Minneapolis MINNEAPOLIS (trfnews.i234.me) – A terrifying incident unfolded in South Minneapolis on Friday afternoon, when a vehicle was stolen with a 4-year-old child inside. According to the Minneapolis Police Department, the vehicle, which contained two children—ages 4 and 6—was left running unattended on the 5500 block of 37th Avenue South around 2:08 p.m. An unknown man approached… Continue reading 4-Year-Old Reunited with Mother After Car Theft in South Minneapolis
Aitkin County Man Charged in Stabbing, Carjacking, and Multi-County Chase
Aitkin County, MN – Authorities have arrested and charged 33-year-old Matthew Dean Liimatainen following a violent series of events Wednesday morning, including a stabbing, carjacking, and a multi-county police pursuit. According to the Aitkin County Police Department, Liimatainen allegedly stabbed a 41-year-old woman in Aitkin, then assaulted another 60-year-old female victim from Esko by forcibly… Continue reading Aitkin County Man Charged in Stabbing, Carjacking, and Multi-County Chase
Minneapolis Police Investigate Violent Crime Spree Involving Burglaries, Carjacking, and Shootings
Minneapolis, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Minneapolis Police are investigating a string of six violent crimes early Tuesday morning, including burglary, carjacking, and multiple shootings, all linked to three suspects driving a white sedan. Neighbor Shot in the Face During Garage Burglary 
Incident Location: 4100 Block of 25th Avenue South Incident Type: Burglary, Shooting Security footage from… Continue reading Minneapolis Police Investigate Violent Crime Spree Involving Burglaries, Carjacking, and Shootings
Six Juveniles Arrested After Violent Carjacking and Pursuit in Minneapolis
Minneapolis, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Six juveniles, including a 15-year-old wanted for attempted murder, were arrested after violently carjacking a 62-year-old woman and leading law enforcement on a high-speed pursuit Friday evening. Carjacking Incident At approximately 4:30 p.m., a group of juveniles jumped out of a vehicle in northeast Minneapolis, tackled a 62-year-old woman, stole her car keys,… Continue reading Six Juveniles Arrested After Violent Carjacking and Pursuit in Minneapolis
Minneapolis Police Arrest Six Juveniles for Aggressive Carjacking
MINNEAPOLIS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Six juveniles, ages 11 to 15 have been arrested in connection to the violent car jacking of a 62-year old woman.
Suspect Killed by Police After Stolen Car Chase and Carjacking in Burnsville, MN
Suspect Fatally Shot By Police, Following Stolen Car Pursuit-Carjacking In Burnsville, MN BURNSVILLE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We’ve had another officer involved shooting in the Minneapolis area on this Sunday afternoon.
Carjacking Sentence: A Bemidji Man’s 8-Year Prison Term for Twin Cities Metro Crimes
MINNEAPOLIS (trfnews.i234.me) – A Bemidji man will serve a prison sentence of just over eight years after pleading guilty to a pair of violent carjacking incidents in the Twin Cities metro. The Hennepin County Attorney’s Office (HCAO) says 22-year-old Justin Lee Brun was sentenced to 99 months Monday after pleading guilty to three counts of… Continue reading Carjacking Sentence: A Bemidji Man’s 8-Year Prison Term for Twin Cities Metro Crimes
Deadly Reunion: Ex-Husband’s Brutal Revenge on Former Love
ST PAUL, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – The St. Paul Police Department is seeking 37-year-old Mychal Allan Stowers in connection with two counts of second-degree murder and other charges related to a shooting incident on October 19. According to a criminal complaint filed against him, Stowers allegedly shot his ex-wife, Damara Alexis Stowers (35), at her apartment… Continue reading Deadly Reunion: Ex-Husband’s Brutal Revenge on Former Love
UPDATE: Carjacking in Grand Forks Sparks Pursuit in Devils Lake
UPDATE: Grand Forks Carjacking Led To Devils Lake Pursuit GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Saturday night carjacking in Grand Forks led to a police pursuit in Devils Lake. The victim tells TRF News 1 of 3 suspects is stiill on the run.
Carjacking Surge in Minneapolis
Carjacking Crisis In Minneapolis MINNEAPOLIS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Police are dealing with an ongoing carjacking crisis in Minneapolis. The good news is that 6 suspects have been arrested and charged this week. The bad news is that police are reporting 8 more carjackings within the past 48 hours.
Crime Spree Chaos: Slayton Man Faces Multiple Charges After Fergus Falls Carjacking
FERGUS FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 25-year-old man from Slayton, Minnesota, is facing numerous criminal charges after a carjacking incident in Fergus Falls this week. On July 8th, police responded to a report of a man stealing items from the Holiday gas station without paying. According to court documents, the suspect, identified as Garhok Gatchay,… Continue reading Crime Spree Chaos: Slayton Man Faces Multiple Charges After Fergus Falls Carjacking
Carjacking Incident Reported in Fergus Falls, Minnesota
FERGUS FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A suspect is facing a long string of criminal charges, following a carjacking in Fergus Falls, Minnesota this week.
Intense Manhunt in Dalton, Minnesota Leads to Arrest of Carjacking Suspect
OTTER TAIL CO., Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – New details have emerged about the arrest of 31-year-old Eliezer Rodriguez, whose actions triggered a shelter-in-place order during an extensive search in Dalton, Minnesota, Otter Tail County, on Saturday. Rodriguez, a resident of Hutchinson, Minnesota, was apprehended on foot in a wooded area near Hansel Lake Rest Stop along I-94,… Continue reading Intense Manhunt in Dalton, Minnesota Leads to Arrest of Carjacking Suspect