Crime & Safety

Apartments Burn and Decay in Tree That Killed Woman: West Metro Police and Fire Report

This week's compilation includes a man who died after his motorcycle hit an antelope and police ask for help finding men connected to rape case.

Editor’s Note: Every week we bring you a sampling of stories from Patch sites in the west metro: Eden Prairie, Edina, Fridley, Golden Valley, Hopkins, Lake Minnetonka, Maple Grove, Minnetonka, Plymouth, Richfield, Shakopee, Southwest Minneapolis, St. Louis Park and St. Michael.

Plymouth Apartment Fire Started on a Balcony, Residents Recount Evacuation

The people who live at Vicksburg Village apartments in Plymouth had a harrowing morning Friday, July 12. About 20 families watched as their homes were damaged by fire and water firefighters had to use to fight it.

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Signs of Decay Found Inside Tree That Killed Woman

On Friday, July 5, a basswood tree fell onto a city trail and claimed the life of Eden Prairie resident Nina Blacklow Mackay.

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SLP Man Dies After His Motorcycle Hits Antelope

The collision was at about 2 p.m. July 5 near Ellis, ID.

Police Ask for Public's Help in Identifying Persons of Interest in Rape Case

The incident occurred in the Fifth Precinct June 24, 2013 around 2 a.m.

‘Crazy’ Man Breaks into Big Thrill Factory, Drinks from Tap

A Minnetonka man faces a burglary charge after admitting that he broke into the Big Thrill Factory.

Bar Incident: ‘I’m Rich, You’re Poor’

An Edina man's card was declined at Wild Bill’s, according to Woodbury police.

Fridley Man Pleads Guilty To Prostitution-Related Charge

Napoleon Long, Jr. pleads guilty to one count of transporting a minor with intent to have engage in prostitution.

Edina Man Sentenced For Growing Marijuana

Wright County deputies found marijuana plants growing at a second residence in Otsego.

Maple Grove Man Flees Police, Jumps From Moving Car

With the car still moving, police say Robert Dexter of Maple Grove opened the door and fell out.

Drunk at a Drive-Thru & Stabbing With a Kitchen Knife: Police Blotter

The Richfield Public Safety Department releases its most recent crime reports.

Alert Neighbor, Mail Carrier Stop Would-Be Burglars

A watchful neighbor and alert mail carrier deterred three men trying to break into a home. The three men have not been caught, and the case remains under investigation.

Crime Maps: Domestics, Narcotics Arrest & Burglaries

The Minneapolis Police Department releases its most recent crime maps.

Golden Valley Arrests, Accidents July 1-7

The latest Golden Valley arrest and accident report shows assault, DWI, personal injury accident and more.



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