Crime & Safety

Prostitution Charges and Shooting Death: West Metro Police and Fire Report

This week's selections include the continuing search for a missing woman, church vandalism and residential burglaries.

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.

Fridley Resident Found Shot Dead in His Car in New Hope

Kent Lee Walker, Jr. died of 'multiple gunshot wounds,' the Hennepin County Medical Examiner said.

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Judge: Accent Signage Lawsuit Can't Target Shooter's Estate

St. Louis Park resident Reuven Rahamim was among the first of the shooter's victims.

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Men Charged in Hopkins Cheerleader Prostitution Case

Two men who responded to the ad placed by a Hopkins High School cheerleader on behalf of a younger teammate have been charged with felony prostitution.

Search Continues For Mandy Matula Two Months Later

An all-day search on July 14 will focus on the Mississippi River using boats and kayaks.

KARE: More Vandalism at Pilgrims United Church of Christ

Maple Grove police are investigating and want help from the public in finding whoever is behind the incidents.

Weekend Residential Burglaries in Golden Valley Prompt Safety Reminder

Two burglaries include stolen items, one attempted burglary was stopped because of locked doors and windows on June 29 in Golden Valley.

Plymouth Police Report: Public Urination, Gun Shot in Apartment and a Knife Threat

The latest Plymouth Police blotter includes indecent exposures, a weapons offense and terroristic threats.

Motor Vehicle Tampering, Assault: Wright County Sheriff's Office Report

A 76-year-old man was also arrested in Wright County warrant for possession of child pornography.

Richfield Police to Step Up Speeding Enforcement Efforts

Police officers will be on extra speeding patrols beginning July 6.

Crime Maps: Arson, Rape & Auto Theft

The Minneapolis Police Department releases its most recent crime maps.



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