The case began to unravel on Jan. 7 after law enforcement received a tip from a cooperating source within the drug organization, indicating that a victim was being held against his will and provided specific details about the suspects’ involvement. Officers tracked Mujica’s location through his cell phone, which placed him near a Payne Avenue… Continue reading 3 Charged in Drug Cartel-Linked Saint Paul Kidnapping — MNCRIME.com
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Firefighters Battle Blaze at Minneapolis Encampment — MNCRIME.com
Minneapolis Firefighters responded Monday to a large blaze at an encampment near 29th Street and 14th Avenue. Thick smoke and flames were visible for miles as firefighters worked to extinguish the fire around 2:15 p.m. Initial reports indicated propane tanks were involved, a recurring hazard in encampment fires. No injuries were immediately reported. The cause… Continue reading Firefighters Battle Blaze at Minneapolis Encampment — MNCRIME.com
Driver Killed in Kandiyohi County Crash on Highway 71 — MNCRIME.com
A 67-year-old Spicer man died Tuesday morning after his truck collided with a railroad bridge in Kandiyohi County, authorities said. The crash occurred at 7:17 a.m. on northbound Highway 71 near Milepost 124 in Willmar Township. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, a 2018 Peterbilt straight truck driven by Terry Allan Vreeman struck the bridge… Continue reading Driver Killed in Kandiyohi County Crash on Highway 71 — MNCRIME.com
Winthrop Man Sentenced for killing 79-year-old Farmer — MNCRIME.com
Bauer was acquitted by a jury in October of a charge of first-degree premeditated murder. The case stemmed from a Sept. 20, 2022, incident when Bauer called 911 to report finding Weitzenkamp unresponsive in a machine shed at a farm on 266th Street near Winthrop. Law enforcement arrived to find Weitzenkamp slumped over in a… Continue reading Winthrop Man Sentenced for killing 79-year-old Farmer — MNCRIME.com
24-year-old Man Arrested After Duluth Stabbing — MNCRIME.com
Duluth police have arrested a 24-year-old man in connection with a stabbing Thursday afternoon. Lewis Barney remains in custody as of publication at the St. Louis County Jail, where he faces pending charges of first-degree assault. Authorities responded to a report of a stabbing at approximately 12:22 p.m. on January 9 in the 100 block… Continue reading 24-year-old Man Arrested After Duluth Stabbing — MNCRIME.com
Lakeville Man Indicted for Premeditated Murder of Pregnant Sister — MNCRIME.com
The charges stem from an incident at Ball’s Lakeville residence on May 23, 2024. According to court documents, Israel went to her brother’s home for dinner around 6 p.m. Family members grew concerned after not hearing from her for several hours. At approximately 11 p.m., their mother drove to the residence to check on her.… Continue reading Lakeville Man Indicted for Premeditated Murder of Pregnant Sister — MNCRIME.com