Swindlers Take Grandmas’ Money and Man Charged With Beating Acquaintance

This week’s police and fire stories from Hennepin County, Fridley, Shakopee and St. Michael include a man pleading guilty to a robbery.

Warm Weather Means Crowded Lakes in Eden Prairie

With several accidental drownings reported this summer, water safety will be important over Labor Day weekend.

Eden Prairie Police Attend Workshop for Responding to Terrorism, Mass Casualty Incidents

The Twin Cities metro area was one of fourteen locations nationwide to receive the training.

Registration for Eden Prairie's Citizens Police Academy Closes Tuesday

Adults ages 18 and older, who live or work in Eden Prairie can apply.

Suspicious Death, Fatal Crash and Tased Man Dies

This week’s police and fire stories from Hennepin County, Fridley, Shakopee and St. Michael include a man who jumped or fell from a parking ramp.

Stop Crime in Your Eden Prairie Neighborhood

Consider starting a Neighborhood Watch group to deter burglaries and other crimes.

Man Charged For Stealing Eden Prairie Nonprofit's Van and Fleeing Police

The St. Paul man had a blood alcohol concentration of .16 almost three hours after the start of the Aug. 13 chase.

Target Donates Hundreds To Local Company

Find out what the company gave to People Reaching Out to other People.

Man Dies at SouthWest Station Parking Ramp

The man's death was reported at about 8 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 20. Police say he fell or jumped from the ramp.

Woman Found Dead Along Road and Woman Head-Butts Co-Worker

This week’s police and fire stories from Hennepin County, Fridley, Shakopee and St. Michael include a sentencing for a fatal crash and awards for deputies.

Police: Lots of Speeders in Eden Prairie

Pit Bull Attacks, Kills Small Dog at Eden Prairie Dog Park

The owner of the slain dog is hoping the city will now create separate areas for large and small dogs, according to Fox 9.

Cokato Man Gets More Than 5 Years for Fatal Crash That Killed 3

Paul Anthony Wickenhauser was sentenced for the drunken crash that killed three, including a mother and daughter from Eden Prairie, according to The West Central Tribune.

Daughter Threatens Dad and Life Saved at Fitness Center: West Metro Police and Fire Report

This week’s police and fire stories from Hennepin County, Fridley, Mendota Heights, Shakopee and St. Michael include a boy recovering after being pulled from lake and a three-vehicle crash.

Eden Prairie Man Indicted for Embezzling Millions From Employer

John Joseph Waters, Jr. was charged with four counts of mail fraud, 16 counts of wire fraud, three counts of income tax evasion, and three counts of filing a false income tax return.

Last Week's Fatal Corvette Crash Under Criminal Investigation

The Aug. 1 crash that left a Marine dead and another injured is under criminal investigation, according to the Star Tribune.

Thunderstorm, Hail Hits Eden Prairie

Hail came down so large that it broke an Eden Prairie Police squad car window.

Authorities Work To Clear Plane From Road

Chicago Police Arrest One of Hennepin County's 'Most Wanted'

Devon McFerrin was arrested Aug. 2 by Chicago Police.

Southbound Flying Cloud Drive Reopens After Plane Crash

Two pilots on the corporate jet at the time were not injured.

Church Egger Confesses and Underage ‘Meet Me’ Meet-up

This week’s police and fire stories from Hennepin County, Fridley, Mendota Heights, Shakopee and St. Michael include a $50K swindle and a suspected forger who left his ID behind.

Eden Prairie Man Drowns in Northeastern Minnesota

The 20-year-old man was caught in a current in the Temperance River in Cook County.

Man Who Died In One-Vehicle Crash Identified

He and a passenger were ejected from a vehicle near Eden Prairie Road and Park Terrace Drive.

So Far This Year in Hennepin County: 18 Traffic Deaths

Minnesota is on track for 450 such deaths in 2013—up from 395 last year, according to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety.

Cokato Man Pleads Guilty to Fatal Crash That Killed Two from Eden Prairie

Paul Anthony Wickenhauser pleaded guilty to three felony charges, according to the West Central Tribune.

Boy Dies After Hit By Car and Man Holds Date Captive

This week’s stories include a father and toddler injured by fleeing robbery suspect and a anger over a pet store.

Night to Unite: Register By Monday

This is an opportunity to put together a neighborhood celebration, turn on the front porch lights and enjoy a few hot-off-the-grill favorites.

Police: Man Has Sex With 15-Year-Old After Finding Her on 'Meet Me'

Stephen Fredrick Westrick was charged this week with felony criminal sexual conduct in the third degree.

A Smothered Infant and a Dog Hit with a Sledgehammer: West Metro Police and Fire Report

This week’s compilation includes apartment fires, a Bachmann aide arrested on suspicion of theft, a submerged squad car and more.

Eden Prairie Man Charged With First Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct

If convicted of the charge, Matthew James Edwards faces up to 30 years in prison.

17-Year-Old Charged With Burglary, Stealing Car From Eden Prairie Home

Bloomington Police found the car parked at La Quinta Inn, and police arrested the Hopkins teen when he came out of the hotel to drive it.

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.

Funeral Planned for Nina Mackay

Nina Mackay was found pinned beneath a basswood tree and was immediately pronounced dead on Friday evening.

Signs of Decay Found Inside Tree That Killed Woman

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

Guy Steals Crown Royal and Someone Rips Off Boy Scouts: Eden Prairie Police Blotter

A selection of incidents drawn from Eden Prairie police files.

Medical Examiner Rules Death of Nina Mackay an Accident

The 56-year-old Eden Prairie woman was killed by a fallen tree while walking on a city trail Friday evening.

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

This week’s selections include the continuing search for a missing Mandy Matula, church vandalism and residential burglaries.

Family Identifies Eden Prairie Woman Killed By Tree

Fourth of July is the Deadliest Holiday on the Roads

Drive carefully this weekend. The Minnesota State Patrol said there have been 19 traffic deaths on this date in the past five years.

Drunk Driver Flees Police, Exits Car While It's Moving

With the car still moving, Robert Dexter allegedly opened the door and fell out. He was finally located in a bush near Rainbow Foods in Eden Prairie.