Couple Locked Boy in Dark Room; Shots Fired at Hunters: Crime Roundup

Here's a look at the crime headlines from the past week in the south metro.

Inver Grove Heights Man Sought on Child Pornography Charges

A nationwide arrest warrant has been issued for Patrick Scherer, 26, on four felony charges possession of child pornography.

Drug Task Force Executes Warrant; Inver Grove Woman Charged

Lisa Marie Clausen, 33, is charged with fifth-degree possession of a controlled substance (prior conviction).

Minneapolis Man Accused of Passing Fake Traveler’s Checks in Inver Grove

Anthony Eugene Campbell is charged with two felonies in the Inver Grove Heights incidents.

Former Student Teacher Pleads Guilty to Misdemeanor in Facebook Photo Case

Jenna Anne Schultz was accused of sending a naked photo of herself to a 17-year-old male student at Simley High School.

Sheriff: New Website, Tattooed Eyebrows & a .33 Blood Alcohol Level

The latest news and information from the office of Dakota County Sheriff Dave Bellows.

Dakota County's Most Wanted for November

A monthly rundown of the top suspects wanted by the Dakota County Sheriff's Office.

Dakota Among 'Dangerous DWI Counties' According to Minn. Department of Public Safety

Extra DWI patrols will continue in the 13 counties through September 2013, as part of a 12-month, federally funded enforcement program.

UPDATED: IGH Police Confirm Identities of Crash Victims, Investigation Into Cause Continues

The cause of the fatal crash involving a schoolbus and a passenger vehicle is still under investigation.

Sheriff: Meeting Adrian Peterson, Locating the Ten Most Wanted & Rescuing Eddie Van Halen

The latest news and information from the office of Dakota County Sheriff Dave Bellows.

UPDATED: Three Dead in Head-On Crash Involving District 196 School Bus and Passenger Vehicle

The cause of the crash is unknown at this time. The Inver Grove Heights Police Department along with the Minnesota State Patrol is continuing to investigate thisincident.

Warrant Issued After IGH Man Accused of Impregnating 13-Year-Old Fails to Appear

Nicholas William Marks, 21, is charged with third-degree criminal sexual conduct, a felony punishable by up to 15 years in prison and a $30,000 fine.

Sheriff's Newsletter: Wrong Way Drivers, Winning Traditions & a Prisoner Bus Breakdown

Dakota County Sheriff Dave Bellows updates you on the latest county happenings.

IGH Man Given Probation After Admitting to Sexual Assault of 7-Year-Old Niece

Among the other conditions of his sentence, Max Alfonso Miranda-Rivera was ordered to comply with periodic ploygraph exams and random analyses of his computer and internet access.

Dakota County Sheriff: Deputies Recognized for Service

Dakota County Sheriff Dave Bellows updates you on the latest county happenings.

Boy Fulfills Wish By Having a Parade

The latest news and information from the office of Dakota County Sheriff Dave Bellows.

Dad Allegedly Abused 5-Year-Old Daughter, Filmed the Abuse for Pornography

Dakota County Attorney: Mom knew of abuse and failed to stop it.

SSP Man Given Probation After Judge Dismisses Four of Six Felony Counts

Toby Terrell Rogers was charged with six felonies after police say he police say he beat up his pregnant girlfriend, choked her son and punched her mother in a drunken rage.

Dakota County's Most Wanted for October

A monthly rundown of the top 11 suspects that the Dakota County Sheriff's Office is searching for.

Mendota Heights Man Sentenced to 33 Months for Robbing IGH Business

Minnesota sentencing guidelines dictate that Anthony Lawrence Rubio, 28, will likely serve only 22 months behind bars.

Thanking 'River Dan', Negotiating a Surrender & Searching for Willie Nelson

Check out the latest news and information from the office of Dakota County Sheriff Dave Bellows.

Thomas Tonda Given 180 Days in Jail, Community Service for Attack on IGH Hockey Coach

"We are pleased to have brought Thomas Tonda to justice for his criminal conduct," Dakota County Attorney Jim Backstrom said after sentencing.

Former Student Teacher Pleads Not Guilty to Sending Naked Pics to Simley Student

Jenna Anne Schultz, 26, is scheduled to appear at a settlement conference on Nov. 28 and, if necessary, a jury trial on Dec. 17.

Road Rage, Statutory Rape and a Naked Roommate

Here's a look at the past week's crime reports from police throughout the South Metro area.

'Extreme, Dry Conditions' Prompt Immediate Countywide Burn Ban

Despite the scant rain on Tuesday, conditions are ripe for uncontrolled fires.

Fire Chief: Ammonia Leak Near Refinery is 'Extremely Minor'

Despite the presence of the Dakota County Special Operations Team (DCSOT) at the scene, no injuries or individuals with symptoms were reported.

Crime Roundup: Police Say Women Stole Car ... From U.S. Marines

In other recent crime news from around Dakota, Scott and Rice counties, the West St. Paul pastor who allegedly fled the state with a 16-year-old church member has been extradited back to Minnesota.

IGH Man Charged With Impregnating 13-Year-Old

Police say Nicholas William Marks had sex with the victim, who gave birth to an extremely premature baby in March 2011. The baby later died.

Pastor Accused of Fleeing with 16-Year-Old Parishioner Returned to Minnesota

Gustaro Resendiz Talabera, accused of criminal sexual conduct, was returned to Minnesota from Illinois on Wednesday and will make his first court appearance on Thursday.

UPDATED: South St. Paul Woman Involved in Fatal Crash on I-35

A 2000 Mazda Protege was traveling southbound when it came through the crossover and collided with a 2013 International semitrailer, according to the State Patrol.

Career Criminal Sentenced to 28 Years in Prison

Donald Ellis, 56, was also ordered to pay a total restitution of $25,000 to 25 victims.

Pastor and his 16-Year-Old Mistress Arrested on the Run: South Metro Crime Roundup

In other crime news from around the region, huge marijuana plants discovered in Mendota Heights, and a Savage man is sentenced for the rape of two teenage girls.

Sheriff's Newsletter: 6.5 Million Pound Bridge Lifted into Place in Hastings

Find out the latest news from the offices of Dakota County Sheriff Dave Bellows.

Firefighter Memorial Dedication to be Aired on Town Square TV

The ceremony is scheduled to take place from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 30.

Mendota Heights Man Cited for Transporting Helmetless Toddlers on Motorcycle

If convicted of the charges against him, Michael Bruce Johnson faces up to a year in jail and a $3,000 fine.

Home Invader Sentenced to Almost 8 Years in Prison

Arlin Maurice Thunder, 38, and three co-conspirators broke into a South St. Paul home and grabbed armfuls of valuable items before assaulting two male residents with a metal pipe.

South Dakota Predator Extradited After Failing to Register in South St. Paul

Leonard was officially charged with being a fugitive from justice, which is a felony.

Sheriff's Newsletter: More Suspects Skipping Court Appearances in 2012

Dakota County Sheriff Dave Bellows updates IGH on the latest county happenings.

Inver Grove Heights Man Charged with Selling Methamphetamine

Police say Rodrigo Mota arranged to sell almost 4 ounces of methamphetamine to an undercover informant last week in Bloomington.

IGH Days: First Responders Show Their Skills

As the firefighters worked to extract two "victims" from their vehicles, a senior official explained each step.