Deephaven P.D. Blotter: Foot Chase, Pot and DWI

Editor's note: the following are a selection of notable incidents responded to by the Deephaven Police Department during the month of March. Not intended to be a comprehensive log of activity.

Multiple Alarm Fire in Minnetrista Causes Serious Damage to Home on Game Farm Road

Fire departments from throughout the Lake Minnetonka area were called to Thursday afternoon blaze.

UPDATED: Freight Train Hits Street Sweeper in Wayzata

Driver for Carefree Services leaped from the sweeper before train hit and his injuries were minor. The street sweeper's brushes may have gotten hung up on the tracks.

Minneapolis Man Charged With String of Long Lake Burglaries

Wayzata police believe the suspect may be responsible for other burglaries throughout the western suburbs, including Wayzata.

Teen Pleads Not Guilty in Death of Former Orono H.S. Student

Colton Gleason was a 2010 graduate of Orono High School. He played both football and soccer at Orono High School and worked for his family's business—New Glow Flooring & Surface Enhancement in Medina.

Two Charged With Financial Fraud While Working at Long Lake Gas Station

Investigation into the activity began last year when Wayzata police were called to the Long Lake Super America station by a loss prevention manager.

Wayzata Company Agrees to Pay More than $400k for Violating Clean Water Act

DMH Partners North, LLC, agreed to pay a $75,000 civil penalty to the U.S. and to purchase wetland credits valued at approximately $340,000.

Deephaven Police Made Four DUI Arrests During February

Not intended to be a comprehensive log of activity. Information provided by the City of Deephaven.

Wayzata P.D. Issues Crime Alert Following Thursday Home Burglary

The suspect forced entry through a garage service door and took items that they could carry with them.

Excelsior Coin Dealer Pleads Guilty to Defrauding Customers and Investors Out of $2.7 Million

David Marion owned International Rarities Corporation (IRC) and received over $2 million in coins, precious metals and money from customers who intended to purchase or exchange coins and precious metals.

Orono P.D. Blotter: Death Investigations, Predatory Offenders and DWI

Information provided by the Orono Police Department.

Multiple Departments Battle Thursday Fire in Tonka Bay

Fire on Crabapple Lane began in the garage. Crews had the blaze under control by about 1:45.

Lake Minnetonka Crime Notes: Meth, Mailbox 'Coning' and DUI Arrests

Notable incidents responded to by Lake Minnetonka area police in the last two weeks.

Mound Man Arrested for Fifth DWI in 10 Months, Tries to Outrun Orono Cops

Police recognized David Anderson from a welfare check performed a few days prior, during which the criminal complaint says cops found him heavily intoxicated. Last week he tried to flee Orono police after a traffic stop on Shoreline Drive.

Felony Charges Filed Against Home Health Aide for Hydromorphone Theft

The thefts occurred at the Long Lake Assisted Living Center and involved the controlled substance Hydromorphone.

Excelsior Firefighters Called to Tuesday Night Chimney Fire

Damage seemed minor and contained, but residents in one Shorewood neighborhood saw lots of lights and sirens Tuesday night.

Latest Guilty Plea in Petters Ponzi Scheme Comes as Orono Resident's Trial Starts

Frank Vennes, a business associate of Tom Petters who made north of $48 million, pleaded guilty Friday afternoon to one count of securities fraud and one count of money laundering. His co-defendant, James Nathan Fry of Orono, heads to trial this week.

Two Victims Pulled from Icy Waters of Grays Bay Were Trapped for 'Nearly an Hour'

The Sheriff’s Office Dive Team recovered the man from the submerged car and he was flown by helicopter to HCMC. A short time later, the elderly woman was recovered and transported by ambulance to HCMC. Both died Saturday evening.

DEVELOPING: Car Breaks Through the Ice in Grays Bay, Reports of Two Injured

Dive teams have rescued two passnegers in a car that went through near Grays Bay Causeway.

Lake Minnetonka Firefighters Battle Friday Flames, Sub-Zero Temps

Two Friday morning fires were reported in northern Lake Minnetonka communities. Wind chills made temperatures feel like -20 degrees or colder in some areas.

Wayzata P.D. Blotter: Home Burglaries, Marijuana Arrest and a Smashed Mailbox

Information provided by the Wayzata Police Department.

Hopkins Man Cuffed Near Lake Minnetonka Faces Felony Drug Charge

Court documents say a phone seized during Romeo Eady's arrest contained several text messages “setting up narcotics transactions.” In all, police confiscated just under two ounces of marijuana and $700.

Wayzata Police Report Trio of Related Burglaries in Long Lake Over the Weekend

The suspect(s) either forced entry through a basement window or entered unlocked homes.

Wayzata P.D. Blotter: Mailbox Bombs, Domestic Assault and DWI

Information provide by the Wayzata Police Department.

How High Marks for the Excelsior Fire District May Save You Money

Nsw Insurance Services Office ratings for the Excelsior Fire District is good news for Lake Minnetonka home and building owners

Hennepin County Sheriff: 'No Ice Should Ever Be Considered Safe'

After a rash of vehicles going through the ice in recent days, including one that resulted in the death of an infant, Hennepin County Sheriff Rich Stanek urges residents to review ice safety guidelines.

Meet the 2013 Mound Fireman of the Year: Ben Gottschalk

Ben Gottschalk has been a volunteer with the Mound Fire Department since joining the ranks in May 2006.

Dangerous Ice: Fourth Vehicle in 48 Hours Breaks Through Lake Minnetonka Ice

Saturday night's accident occurred on the Browns Bay side of Spirit Island. It was the fourth vehicle to break through the ice in less than 48 hours.

Firefighters Dove In Icy Lake Minnetonka Water to Reach Infant

Nine-month-old Tabitha Rose Markle is in critical condition after her family's vehicle broke through the ice last night on Lake Minnetonka. First responders rescued the child from about six feet of water after she was submerged for 15-20 minutes, a

UPDATE: Couple, Children Rescued After Car Sinks in Channel

Police and Hennepin County Water Patrol acted fast after a car broke through ice into Lake Minnetonka late Friday afternoon. A 9-month-old is in "extremely" critical condition, according to the Hennepin County Sheriff.

Video: Nighttime Rescue Drill on Lake Minnetonka

The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office and Excelsior Fire District conducted a training exercise on Carsons Bay last night that simulated the rescue of a snowmobiler who had fallen through the ice.

Ice Rescue Training Planned for Tonight in Excelsior

Area rescue units will be in Excelsior tonight to conduct ice rescue training.

Wayzata P.D. Blotter: Hit and Run, Attempted Home Burglary and Fraud

Information provided by the Wayzata Police Department.

Saturday Evening Fire Damages Tonka Bay Home

Both the Excelsior Fire District and the Long Lake Fire Department responded to Saturday fire in Tonka Bay.

Shorewood Man Charged with Possession of Illegal Steroids

Police say they found six vials of illegal anabolic steroids when they executed a search warrant at Nathan Edward Garrett's house.

Greenfield Man Arrested for Threatening Klobuchar, Pelosi

Police say Bradley John Gothman called Plymouth police and threatened to blow up the buildings in which U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar and U.S. House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi work because he blamed them for taking away his disability benefits.

Orono P.D. Blotter: DWI, Vehicle Fire and Identity Theft

Information provided by the Orono Police Department.

Wayzata P.D. Blotter: Pot in the Park, Domestic Assault and Fake Credit Card Buys Jewels

Information provided by the Wayzata Police Department.

Wayzata Police See Spike in Counterfeit American Express Gift Checks

Recipients of one of these checks should not accept the check and immediately notify the Wayzata Police Department by dialing 9-1-1.

FAA Investigating Sunday Morning Helicopter Crash in Corcoran

The pilot landed the helicopter on the helipad at the residence when it started to spin and collided with a nearby unoccupied enclosed trailer resulting in the helicopter catching on fire.