Published: October 5th 2026.

ROSEMOUNT:- Rosemount High School’s marching band has been named the 2026 Bands of America Iowa Regional Champion following a standout performance at the regional competition.

Rosemount High School, representing Minnesota, took home the top honor after competing against marching bands from across the region.

Bands of America congratulated Rosemount on the championship while also recognizing the other regional finalists and class champions for their performances.

“A huge round of applause to all of our Regional Finalists and Class Champions for their outstanding performances tonight,” Bands of America said in announcing the results.

Organizers also thanked all of the participating bands for the work and preparation that went into the competition.

The championship adds another major achievement for Rosemount High School’s marching band program, which has competed at numerous regional and national marching band events.

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Published: October 5th 2026.

BROOKLYN PARK- A man has been charged with two felony counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct following an alleged incident in Brooklyn Park last week.

According to a Hennepin County criminal complaint, Aakaryi Malone Godwin is accused of sexually penetrating a woman and causing her personal injury during an alleged incident on Friday, Oct. 2.

Godwin is charged with one count of first-degree criminal sexual conduct alleging penetration causing personal injury through the use of coercion.

He is also charged with a second count of first-degree criminal sexual conduct alleging penetration causing personal injury through the use of force.

Both charges are felonies. According to the complaint, each count carries a maximum possible sentence of 30 years in prison and/or a fine ranging from $12,000 to $40,000, in addition to conditional release requirements.

The alleged incident occurred in Brooklyn Park, according to the complaint.

The charges are allegations, and Godwin is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.

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Published: October 4th 2026.

MINNEAPOLIS MN- Minneapolis police are investigating a fatal shooting aboard a Metro Transit Green Line light rail train Saturday night.

According to the Minneapolis Police Department, officers responded around 9 p.m. Oct. 3 to reports of a shooting aboard a train traveling from the Stadium Village station in Minneapolis toward St. Paul.

The train stopped at the Westgate station near University Avenue and Curfew Street, where Metro Transit police officers located an adult who had suffered at least one gunshot wound.

Emergency medical personnel and St. Paul firefighters attempted lifesaving measures, but the victim died at the scene, according to police.

Police said the suspected shooter reportedly exited the train shortly after the shooting. No arrests have been made.

MPD forensic scientists processed the scene, while homicide investigators are working to determine the sequence of events that led to the shooting. Police have not released additional information about what may have preceded the gunfire.

The case remains under investigation under MPD incident number 26-287335.

Anyone with information can contact Minneapolis police at policetips@minneapolismn.gov or 612-673-5845.

Anonymous tips can be submitted to CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or through its website. Information leading to an arrest and conviction may be eligible for a financial reward.

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Published: October 3rd 2026.

WATERTOWN MN - Two Watertown parents have been charged with child neglect in Carver County after authorities allegedly found their young children living in a home with 21 cats, animal waste, mold and other potentially hazardous conditions, including an alleged attempt to clean mold with a bleach-and-vinegar mixture that prosecutors noted can produce potentially deadly chlorine gas.

Kaela Maire Engelke and Kotah Ray Wallce Burford are each charged with one count of neglect or endangerment of a child — neglect, a gross misdemeanor. The charge carries a maximum sentence of 364 days in jail and/or a $3,000 fine.

The allegations stem from an Aug. 25 welfare check conducted by the Carver County Sheriff's Office and Carver County Health and Human Services at a residence in Watertown.

According to the complaints, authorities had previously visited the residence and raised concerns about conditions inside the home. Engelke and Burford had allegedly been advised that the residence needed to be cleaned to provide a safe environment for the children.

Authorities returned after receiving another report indicating that conditions had allegedly deteriorated.

When officials arrived, a deputy reported smelling a strong odor coming from inside the residence. Once inside, authorities allegedly encountered a powerful ammonia-like odor attributed to cat urine and found animal feces in multiple areas of the home.

A community service officer counted 21 cats living inside the approximately 1,120-square-foot residence, according to the complaints. Engelke and Burford allegedly told authorities they did not know how many cats were inside.

Investigators also reported finding dirty dishes throughout the kitchen, mold in portions of the residence and other alleged safety hazards that authorities said had not been addressed following an earlier visit.

The complaint also alleges Burford told authorities he had attempted to clean mold using a mixture of bleach and vinegar. Prosecutors specifically noted in the complaint that mixing bleach and vinegar can produce potentially deadly chlorine gas.

Prosecutors allege the overall conditions deprived the children of appropriate shelter or supervision and harmed or were likely to substantially harm their physical, mental or emotional health.

The charges are allegations. Engelke and Burford are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.

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Published: October 3rd 2026.

WISCONSIN: - A Wisconsin State Patrol trooper has died from injuries he sustained after falling from a bridge while responding to a traffic pursuit last month, state officials announced.

Trooper Bradley Ritger, 29, died on Friday, Oct. 2, according to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and Wisconsin State Patrol.

Officials said Ritger was responding to a traffic pursuit on Sept. 21 when he deployed a tire-deflation device on a bridge west of the Dunn County-Eau Claire County line.

As Ritger moved toward a position of cover, he fell from the bridge onto the roadway below, according to the State Patrol. Lifesaving efforts were performed, and Ritger received critical medical care following the fall. He ultimately succumbed to his injuries nearly two weeks later.

Ritger joined the Wisconsin State Patrol as a member of its 67th Recruit Class and served in the agency's Northwest Region for nearly five years, primarily in the Dunn County area.

During his career, Ritger became certified as a general law enforcement instructor, mobile field force team member and squad leader, and salvage vehicle inspector. Before joining the State Patrol, he served with the Wisconsin Department of Corrections for three years.

The State Patrol remembered Ritger as a dedicated public servant with a strong work ethic who approached his duties with professionalism, integrity and compassion.

"Whether assisting the public, supporting his fellow troopers, or taking on difficult challenges, he consistently demonstrated compassion and willingness to help wherever needed," the agency said.

A law enforcement memorial vehicle has been placed at the Wisconsin State Patrol's Northwest Region Post in Eau Claire. Members of the public may leave cards, flowers and other condolences there.

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Published: October 3rd 2026.

RAMSEY/COON RAPIDS - A 20-year-old Ramsey man has been arrested after authorities say two teenage girls were targeted in separate encounters in Anoka County on the same day, including a reported attempted abduction in Ramsey and a reported sexual assault in Coon Rapids.

Oliver Joseph Butcher, 20, was arrested Friday, Oct. 2nd, following a multi-agency investigation into the two Sept. 28 incidents. Authorities said Butcher was being held while awaiting potential charges and had not yet been formally charged.

The first report came at approximately 2:05 p.m. Sept. 28, when a teenage girl told officers that a man in a vehicle attempted to abduct her while she was walking near Alpine Drive NW and Vicuna Street NW in Ramsey.

Officers immediately began investigating and searching the surrounding area.

Later that night, at approximately 10:25 p.m., another teenage girl reported a similar encounter in Coon Rapids. Police said the girl reported that a man in a vehicle chased her and sexually assaulted her near Northdale Boulevard NW and Marigold Street NW.

Law enforcement agencies worked together to investigate the reports and determine whether the two incidents were connected.

According to authorities, images of the suspected vehicle allowed investigators to obtain multiple search warrants for license plate reader data. Police said Flock Safety automated license plate readers played a key role in identifying the suspected vehicle.

Further investigative work led officers to identify Butcher as the suspect, according to police. He was arrested Oct. 2nd.

Authorities said multiple agencies worked continuously following the initial report to locate and apprehend the suspect. Police said Butcher is now in custody and there is no ongoing threat to the public.

The Ramsey Police Department, Coon Rapids Police Department, Anoka County Sheriff’s Office and Midwest Regional Forensic Laboratory are investigating the cases.

The Minnesota State Patrol, FBI, Anoka-Hennepin Narcotics and Violent Crimes Task Force, Anoka Police Department, Blaine Police Department, Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives also assisted in the investigations.

No additional information was immediately available.

Butcher had not been formally charged as of the latest law enforcement update. The allegations have not been proven in court.

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Published: October 3rd 2026.

EDEN PRAIRIE MN - Eden Prairie High School has canceled its Homecoming Dance scheduled for Saturday evening following the shooting outside the school’s football stadium Friday night that left two people injured.

EPHS Principal Dr. Jaysen Anderson announced the cancellation in a message to families Saturday morning, saying the decision was made in recognition of the impact the shooting had on students, staff and families.

“While we believe we would have the planning, resources and support to make tonight’s event safe and enjoyable, holding a dance less than 24 hours after a trauma in our community feels out of place,” Anderson said.

The shooting occurred at approximately 8:40 p.m. Friday outside Aerie Stadium on the north side of Eden Prairie High School during the school’s homecoming football game against Minnetonka.

According to Eden Prairie Police, two people were shot and transported to Hennepin Healthcare with non-life-threatening injuries. Police said neither victim is a student at Eden Prairie or Minnetonka schools.

Investigators believe the shooting was targeted. As of the latest update from police, no arrests had been announced and the investigation remained active.

Anderson said many students, staff members and families were directly impacted by what happened and that the school needs to be prepared to support students and staff when they return Monday.

Additional information about those support efforts is expected to be shared with families by 9 p.m. Sunday.

Anderson said he plans to meet with student leaders and staff advisors early next week to determine next steps regarding a possible dance and other opportunities for the school community to come together.

Despite the events Friday night, Anderson said he was “deeply moved and inspired” by the care and support shown by members of the Eden Prairie community.

The school has not yet announced whether the Homecoming Dance will be rescheduled.

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Published: October 3rd 2026.

EDEN PRAIRIE MN - Two people were shot outside Aerie Stadium at Eden Prairie High School during the school’s homecoming football game against Minnetonka Friday night, according to Eden Prairie police.

Police said officers responded at approximately 8:40 p.m. to reports of shots fired outside the stadium, on the north side of Eden Prairie High School.

Two people who suffered gunshot wounds were transported to Hennepin Healthcare with injuries described as non-life-threatening, according to police. Authorities said neither victim is a student in the Eden Prairie or Minnetonka school districts.

Investigators believe the shooting was targeted. Police have not announced any arrests, and no information about a possible suspect has been released.

The shooting remains under active investigation. Eden Prairie police said additional information will be released as it becomes available.

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Published: October 2nd 2026.

EDEN PRAIRIE MN - Two people were taken to the hospital Friday night after a report of shots fired at the Eden Prairie High School homecoming football game, according to Eden Prairie Police.

Police said officers responded to the high school at approximately 8:40 p.m. following the report of gunfire.

Two individuals were transported to a hospital with injuries described by police as non-life-threatening.

The stadium was evacuated following the report, and a large law enforcement presence remained at the scene Friday night. Police are asking community members to avoid the area while officers investigate.

The circumstances surrounding the reported gunfire, including what led up to it and whether anyone has been arrested, were not immediately released.

The investigation remains active. Eden Prairie Police said additional information will be released as it becomes available.

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Published: October 2nd 2026.

SAINT PAUL MN - A man accused of fleeing from police and resisting arrest in St. Paul allegedly told officers, “This is why people come out and kill you guys,” and said he would finish the “war,” according to a Ramsey County criminal complaint.

Chol Lero Olok, 36, has been charged with felony fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle and gross misdemeanor obstructing the legal process by interfering with a peace officer.

According to the complaint, officers were stopped in the westbound lane of University Avenue near the Dale Street light rail platform at approximately 6:40 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30. Police were preparing a citation for a person who had been detained on the nearby platform.

Prosecutors allege Olok stopped his Nissan Versa next to the squad vehicle, blocking traffic behind him. An officer told Olok to continue driving and not block traffic. Olok allegedly questioned what officers were doing and used profanity toward them.

An officer then approached Olok's vehicle and instructed him to pull into a nearby parking lot. Olok allegedly responded, “Suck my dick, boy,” and began driving away while another officer was standing in front of his vehicle taking a photograph of the license plate.

The complaint alleges the officer yelled for Olok not to hit her and had to move out of the vehicle's path to avoid being struck.

Officers followed Olok and activated their emergency lights near University Avenue and Grotto Street. Traffic forced Olok to stop, and officers approached his vehicle, according to prosecutors.

Olok allegedly drove away again, made a U-turn and pulled into a business parking lot before getting out and walking away from the vehicle.

Police allegedly gave Olok multiple commands to stop, which prosecutors say he ignored. Officers caught up with Olok and brought him to the ground.

The complaint alleges Olok resisted being taken into custody by pulling his arms away, keeping them underneath his body, kicking his legs and attempting to stand. Prosecutors also allege he resisted officers' efforts to place him into a squad vehicle.

Olok later reported having a headache and was evaluated and cleared by medics before being transported to jail, according to the complaint.

While in custody, Olok allegedly called officers “pieces of shit” and “little bitches” and said he would sue them. The complaint alleges he then stated, “This is why people come out and kill you guys,” and said he would finish the “war.”

The felony fleeing charge carries a maximum sentence of three years and one day in prison, a $5,000 fine, or both. The gross misdemeanor obstruction charge carries a maximum sentence of 364 days in jail, a $3,000 fine, or both.

The charges are allegations. Olok is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.

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Published: October 2nd 2026

SHAKOPEE: A Shakopee traffic stop led to the discovery of more than 500 grams of methamphetamine and roughly 524 grams of marijuana, according to a criminal complaint filed in Scott County.

Jeffery Thomas Bowers, 66, is charged with two first-degree controlled substance felonies — first-degree sale involving 17 grams or more of cocaine or methamphetamine within a 90-day period and first-degree possession of 50 grams or more of cocaine or methamphetamine.

Bowers is also charged with second-degree cannabis possession, a gross misdemeanor, and misdemeanor DWI for allegedly operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of a controlled substance.

According to the complaint, Shakopee police were patrolling Marschall Road near County Road 42 shortly before midnight on Thursday, Oct. 1, when an officer observed a Cadillac that allegedly failed to maintain its lane several times, crossed the fog line and activated its brake lights erratically.

Police stopped the vehicle and identified Bowers as the driver. The complaint alleges an officer observed signs that led them to suspect Bowers was impaired. Bowers reportedly denied using drugs or alcohol but was arrested after police say he failed field sobriety tests.

During a search of the vehicle, officers allegedly found a small bag containing approximately 2 grams of a substance that field-tested positive for methamphetamine, along with more than 100 smaller plastic bags.

Police also searched the trunk, where the complaint says officers discovered a container holding approximately 466 grams of suspected methamphetamine and another bag containing approximately 50 grams. Both substances allegedly field-tested positive for methamphetamine.

In total, authorities reported finding approximately 516 grams of suspected methamphetamine in the trunk.

Officers also allegedly recovered approximately 524 grams of suspected marijuana from a backpack. Police reported finding a scale with white residue and additional bags inside the backpack.

According to the complaint, the passenger told investigators that he and Bowers had been in St. Paul to purchase methamphetamine found in the vehicle and alleged that Bowers facilitated the purchase. The passenger denied that the drugs belonged to him.

Bowers was taken to St. Francis Hospital, where police obtained a search warrant for a blood or urine sample. The complaint states Bowers agreed to a blood draw, which was collected early Friday morning.

He was later taken to the Scott County Jail.

The first-degree drug charges each carry a maximum sentence of up to 40 years in prison and/or a $1 million fine, according to the complaint.

The charges are allegations. Bowers is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.

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Published: October 2nd, 2026.

PLYMOUTH MN: A woman has been charged with a felony in Hennepin County after prosecutors allege she shared a private sexual video of another woman without her consent.

Elizabeth Victoria Adoga is charged with felony nonconsensual dissemination of private sexual images. The charge carries a maximum sentence of three years in prison and/or a $5,000 fine.

According to the criminal complaint, Plymouth police received a report in June 2024 involving the alleged distribution of a private video depicting the victim engaged in sexual activity.

Prosecutors allege Adoga and the victim had both been involved with the same adult man. The complaint states that a fight involving Adoga, the victim and others occurred on June 9, 2024.

Later that day, Adoga allegedly sent the private video directly to the victim by text message. Investigators allege the victim had not consented to the video being shared and was upset and embarrassed after receiving it.

The following day, prosecutors allege the same video was sent to one of the victim's relatives through Facebook Messenger. The relative later provided investigators with a screen recording of the conversation, according to the complaint.

Authorities allege the messages came from accounts associated with Adoga.

Several months later, an investigator spoke with Adoga by phone. According to to the complaint, Adoga told the investigator she had been intoxicated when she sent the videos.

Prosecutors allege Adoga intentionally disseminated the video without the victim's consent and with the intent to harass her.

The allegations contained in a criminal complaint are accusations. Adoga is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.

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Published: October 2nd 2026

APPLE VALLEY MN: A man has been charged with felony theft after authorities allege he concealed more than $1,300 worth of merchandise in a duffel bag at an Apple Valley retail store.

Kevin John Ayd, 67, is charged in Dakota County District Court with one count of felony theft involving property valued at more than $1,000 but not more than $5,000.

According to the criminal complaint, Apple Valley police were called to a retail store on Sept. 30 following a reported theft.

Loss prevention employees told officers they observed Ayd selecting a large number of items and concealing them inside a duffel bag, the complaint alleges. Employees reportedly monitored him on store surveillance cameras as he continued through the store.

The complaint alleges Ayd went through the checkout and paid for a small number of items before leaving without paying for the merchandise concealed in the bag.

Loss prevention employees stopped Ayd after he left the store and brought him back inside before contacting police, according to the complaint. Employees recovered the allegedly stolen merchandise, which authorities valued at $1,381.40.

Police also reviewed store surveillance video that allegedly showed Ayd concealing merchandise in the duffel bag and leaving without paying for those items.

The felony theft charge carries a maximum potential sentence of five years in prison and/or a $10,000 fine.

The allegations contained in the criminal complaint are accusations. Ayd is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.

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Published: October 2nd 2026

SHAKOPEE: A Prior Lake man has been charged with gross misdemeanor criminal vehicular operation after authorities allege he was under the influence of alcohol when a two-vehicle crash left another driver injured Thursday night in Shakopee.

Bailey Joseph Knudson, 31, of Prior Lake, is charged in Scott County District Court with criminal vehicular operation causing bodily harm while under the influence of alcohol. He is also charged with a petty misdemeanor for allegedly failing to yield to oncoming traffic while turning left.

According to the criminal complaint, Shakopee police responded around 8:26 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 1, to a two-vehicle crash at County Road 101 East and the Lewis Street Bridge.

Police spoke with the driver of a white Toyota RAV4, who reportedly told officers she was traveling westbound on County Road 101 East and had a green light as she entered the intersection. She alleged another vehicle pulled in front of her, resulting in a collision.

The driver reported arm and leg pain following the crash and was taken to a hospital, according to the complaint.

Police identified Knudson as the driver of the second vehicle, a red 2018 Toyota RAV4. The complaint alleges Knudson told officers he had consumed two beers at the Pullman Club in Shakopee before the crash.

An officer reported smelling alcohol on Knudson and said Knudson repeatedly repeated himself during their conversation. Another officer reported observing watery, glossy eyes and slurred speech.

According to the complaint, Knudson told police he had a blinking yellow light while the other driver had a green light. He reportedly said the two drivers attempted to avoid one another but were unable to do so in time.

Knudson declined standardized field sobriety testing and instead offered to provide a preliminary breath test, according to the complaint. Police allege the preliminary test registered a blood alcohol concentration of 0.117.

Knudson was arrested and taken to St. Francis Medical Center. Police obtained a search warrant for a blood sample, which was collected and sent for testing. The complaint does not include the results of that blood test.

The criminal vehicular operation charge carries a maximum possible sentence of 364 days in jail and/or a $3,000 fine.

The allegations contained in the criminal complaint are accusations. Knudson is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.

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Published: October 2nd 2026.

BLOOMINGTON MN - A police presence near the Cedar Avenue bridge Thursday was prompted by a report of skeletal remains by the bridge, which Bloomington police say turned out to be just a Halloween skeleton prop.

Officers responded to the area to investigate the report and determined the object was not human remains.

No further details were immediately available.

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Published: October 1st 2026.

DAKOTA COUNTY - A woman has been charged with felony coercion in Dakota County after authorities allege she threatened to report a man for sexual assault unless he paid her money.

Desiree Lynn Partington, 22, is charged with one count of felony coercion involving a threat to make a criminal charge, where the alleged gain or loss was between $300 and $2,500. The charge carries a maximum sentence of five years in prison and/or a $10,000 fine.

According to the criminal complaint, a Dakota County Sheriff’s Office deputy responded to a harassment complaint at a residence in Vermillion Township on March 19.

The man told authorities he had been communicating with Partington through text messages and Snapchat for about a month. He said he had sent her $210 on March 11 to help with expenses but denied ever paying her for sexual activity.

The complaint alleges Partington later requested additional money. When the man told her he could not afford to give her more, Partington allegedly threatened to report him for sexual abuse if he did not help her financially.

The man subsequently agreed to send $25, but Partington allegedly demanded $50, according to the complaint.

Authorities allege the man then began receiving messages from several different phone numbers demanding $800 and threatening that Partington would pursue a sexual assault allegation if he did not pay.

One message allegedly told the man he had two days to send Partington $800 or she would pursue sexual assault charges. Other messages allegedly warned that he could face criminal consequences, sex-offender registration and the loss of his job if he did not make the payment.

Another person purportedly contacting the man claimed to be attempting to reach a “settlement” before the matter went to court, according to the complaint.

Investigators allege the messages were actually sent by Partington in an effort to coerce the man into paying $800 to prevent her from making what the complaint describes as a false sexual assault report.

According to the complaint, investigators linked one of the phone numbers to an IP address associated with a Verizon account for which Partington was the subscriber. Authorities also linked another number, operated through TextMe, Inc., to Partington and determined a third number was associated with her.

The alleged conduct occurred March 18 and March 19 while the man was in Dakota County, according to the complaint.

The allegations contained in a criminal complaint are accusations. Partington is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.

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Published: October 1st 2026.

SAINT PAUL MN - A 37-year-old man is facing two felony cases in Ramsey County after he allegedly approached two people with a machete at a downtown St. Paul bus shelter and was separately accused of failing to comply with predatory offender registration requirements.

Jonathan Robert Jones is charged with felony threats of violence and, in a separate complaint, felony failure to comply with predatory offender registration requirements.

According to the first complaint, Metro Transit police were called Sept. 30 to a bus shelter near Fourth and Sibley streets in St. Paul.

A man told police that he and a female companion were looking at the bus schedule when Jones, who was sitting in the shelter, allegedly became upset because he believed they were looking at him.

Prosecutors allege Jones stood up, asked, “Is there a problem? Do we have a problem?” and retrieved a large machete in a sheath before advancing toward the pair.

The man reportedly told Jones to step back as Jones continued toward them. He and his companion then retreated, according to the complaint.

Police reviewed security video that prosecutors say was consistent with the man's account. Jones was arrested, and officers allegedly found a large machete in a sheath inside his backpack.

Jones told police the man had offered to perform a sex act on him, according to the complaint.

A second criminal complaint filed against Jones alleges he had been noncompliant with Minnesota’s predatory offender registration requirements since March 11.

Court documents state Jones is required to register for life because of a 2007 Wisconsin sexual assault conviction. The complaint also lists a 2014 kidnapping conviction from Washington.

Prosecutors allege Jones submitted a change-of-information form in February listing his primary address as 101 Fifth St. E. in St. Paul. The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension later marked him noncompliant after he failed to return an address verification form sent to that location, according to the complaint.

Investigators later determined the address Jones provided was not a residence but an address for the U.S. Postal Service, the complaint alleges.

Jones was in Ramsey County custody following his Sept. 30 arrest.

Each felony charge carries a maximum sentence of five years in prison, a $10,000 fine, or both.

The charges are allegations. Jones is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.

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Published: October 1st, 2026.

MINNEAPOLIS MN: A former U.S. Bank teller is accused of stealing nearly $41K from a Minneapolis branch, including allegedly recording cash transfers to the bank's vault without actually putting the money inside, according to a Hennepin County criminal complaint.

Prosecutors allege Kendrell Lashawna Maliya Stuart, 25, stole approximately $40,999 in cash from the U.S. Bank branch located on 34th Avenue South in Minneapolis, where she worked.

According to the complaint, the bank discovered a $32,000 shortage in its cash vault on May 30, 2026. Two days later, the vault was reportedly missing another $1,000.

On June 5, Stuart reported that her assigned cashbox was short by approximately $2,000, the complaint alleges. Prosecutors say Stuart subsequently stopped reporting to work and requested a leave of absence.

During a June 9 audit, investigators allegedly discovered $6,000 in counterfeit bills described in the complaint as “motion picture money” that had been reported as mutilated currency in the vault. The discovery resulted in the vault being listed as another $6,000 short, according to the complaint.

Bank records and surveillance video allegedly showed Stuart entering transactions indicating that cash had been transferred from her assigned cashbox to the bank's vault without actually placing the physical cash into the vault.

The complaint states that Stuart had not returned to work as of July 29 and was terminated by U.S. Bank for alleged theft.

Investigators also reported that social media appeared to indicate Stuart was in the Bahamas, which the complaint describes as her native home.

Minneapolis police's Financial Crimes Unit received a report concerning the alleged theft on Aug. 19.

Prosecutors have requested a warrant in the case.

The allegations contained in a criminal complaint are accusations, and Stuart is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.

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Published: October 1st, 2026.

BROOKLYN PARK MN: A 21-year-old man is facing multiple felony charges in Hennepin County District Court following allegations of criminal sexual conduct involving two victims under the age of 14.

According to a criminal complaint filed in Hennepin County, Leandro Antonio Sanchez Carrasco was charged with one count of first-degree criminal sexual conduct and two counts of second-degree criminal sexual conduct. Prosecutors allege the offenses occurred between April 7, 2025, and September 25, 2026.

The charges involve two minors, identified in court documents as Victim 1 and Victim 2. Under Minnesota law, first-degree criminal sexual conduct carries a maximum penalty of up to 30 years in prison, fines of up to $40,000, and mandatory conditional release. Each count of second-degree criminal sexual conduct carries a statutory maximum of up to 25 years in prison and fines of up to $35,000.

As with all criminal matters, a complaint contains allegations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.

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Published: October 1st, 2026.

SAINT PAUL: Saint Paul police are asking for the public’s help identifying a man suspected of pushing a 76-year-old man to the ground and stealing his e-bike.

According to police, the robbery occurred on July 15 in Saint Paul. Police say the 76-year-old victim was pushed to the ground before his e-bike was taken.

Investigators have released a photo of the man they are seeking to identify in connection with the incident.

Anyone who recognizes the man or has information about the robbery is asked to contact Saint Paul police at 651-266-5650.

The investigation remains ongoing.

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