Crime & Safety

Police Officer Injured In South St. Paul Shooting

The shooting took place early Thursday afternoon.

DAKOTA COUNTY, MN β€” Authorities say a police officer was shot early Thursday afternoon in South St. Paul. A suspect was later arrested in an alley in the area.

The officer is expected to survive his injuries, authorities told the Pioneer Press.

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