Trial Delayed for Northfield Man Accused of Burglary, Killing Family Dogs

The trial of Matthew David Jensen, 30, has been rescheduled to December.

Dakota County Sheriff's Office Acquires Decommissioned Military-grade, Mine-resistant Vehicle

The heavy vehicles were designed specifically to deflect blasts from roadside bombs in the war zones of Iraq and Afghanistan.

Body Found Floating in the Minnesota River

The body of a man was found drifting in the water beneath the Minnesota 55 bridge.

County Attorney: Northfield Man Accused of Sex Crime May Have Had More Than One Victim

Authorities believe that Michael Lyle Stucky, Jr. may have victimized others who have yet to come forward.

Man Charged for 1999 Murder in Iowa

Also in this week’s South Metro Crime Roundup: A hearing in the case of Roger Holland, a man who was accused of murdering his wife and unborn child, has been delayed.

Semi Carrying Load of Buffalo Takes a Tumble: Notes from the Dakota County Sheriff

Also in this week's dispatches from the Sheriff: An accidental stabbing.

Northfield Man Accused of Killing Dogs Pleads Not Guilty, Pivotal Hearing Approaches

If no agreement is reached between the state and the defense, Matthew David Jensen, 30, will stand trial on Sept. 16.

Rice County’s Most Wanted for August

Here is a rundown of the top suspects for which the Rice County’s Sheriff’s Office is searching.

Animal Bite, Theft, Juvenile Arrest

Here is the Northfield Police Department crime report for Aug. 14.

Accident, Shoplifter, Drunken Driving

Here is the Northfield Police Department crime report for Aug. 12-13.

Dakota County's Most Wanted—August 2013

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

Arrest, Accident, Trespassing

Here is the Northfield Police Department crime report for Aug. 9-11.

Lakeville Man Dies from Injuries Suffered in Crash During Outlaw Run

The Minnesota State Patrol says Dustin J. Rahier, 38, was popping wheelies on his motorcycle before Saturday's crash.

Bull Euthanized that Escaped From Pen at Dakota County Fair

The bull was part of a rodeo event at the Dakota County Fair on Wednesday.

Vehicle Towed, Warning Issued, Fight Reported

Here is the Northfield Police Department crime report for Aug. 7-8.

Found Property, Vandalism, Stalking

Here is the Northfield Police Department crime report for Aug. 5-6.

Theft, Drunken Driving, Drunkenness

Here is the Northfield Police Department crime report for Aug. 3-4.

Drunk Drivers and Dakota County Crashes: Police and Crime Roundup

Dakota County judge hung up his robe seven months after his arrest.

Northfield Man Hurt in Minneapolis Crash

Brett E. Volkmeier, 43, suffered non-life threatening injuries in the Saturday morning crash on Interstate 94.

Accidents, Drug Activity, Vandalism

Here is the Northfield Police Department crime report for July 31-Aug. 1.

Impounded Animal, Burglary, Adult Arrest

Here is the Northfield Police Department crime report for July 29-30.

Check Credit Reports Regularly for Inconsistencies

This is a consumer fraud alert from Rice County Attorney G. Paul Beaumaster.

Cocaine Bust and Bank Swindlers: Dakota County Crime Wrap

A crash in Northfield injuries several people and a 4-year-old's death is ruled a homicide.

Shoplifter, Burglary, Accidents

Here is the Northfield Police Department crime report for July 24-28.

Northfield Woman, Dundas Man Seriously Injured in I-35 Motorcycle Crash

Audrey D. Stanton, 37, of Northfield and Derek R. Haagensen, 44, of Dundas were hurt Sunday evening when a 2002 Harley Davidson Roadster that Haagensen was driving ran off the road and struck a bridge guardrail near Faribault.

Brick by Brick: Getting Down and Dirty at the Police Facility Work Site

The second issue of the City of Northfield's newsletter about construction of the city's new police facility has been released.

‘I’ve Been Working on the Railroad’

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

UPDATE: At Least Five People Injured in Thursday's Crash South of Northfield

Three children from Hudson, WI were among the injured.

Apple Valley Woman, Farmington Man Sentenced for Northfield Motel Robbery

Julie Ann Campana, 23, was sentenced on Wednesday. On July 17, Eric Wayne Forcier, 27, was sentenced to 240 months for his part in the Oct. 29, 2012 robbery of the Best Value Inn & Suites.

UPDATE: Faribault Man Dies in Motorcycle-Vs.-Truck Crash Near Truck Stop

Todd Fletcher, 50, was killed in the crash, which occurred adjacent to the Flying J truck stop near the Highway 19-Interstate 35 interchange Wednesday morning.

Crash, Shoplifting, Order for Protection Violation

Here is the Northfield Police Department crime report for July 22-23.

A Savage Dog Attack and a Runaway Groom: Dakota County Crime Wrap

An Eagan woman gets justice and a West St. Paul Man avoids murder charges.

Vandalism, Drunken Driver, Adult Arrests

Here is the Northfield Police Department crime report for July 18-21.

Not a Typical Day at the Beach for a Sheriff’s Deputy

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

Adult Arrested on Warrant Charges

Here is the Northfield Police Department crime report for July 16-17.

Sixth Street Gas Leak Leads to Evacuations, Street Closures

A four-inch gas line ruptured on Sixth between Division and Washington streets, near the blocked-off entrance to Econofoods, before 8 a.m. Thursday. Xcel Energy crews 'pinched off' the leak at about 8:30 a.m.

Northfield Police Investigate Hit-and-Runs, Fraud

Here is the Northfield Police Department crime report for July 12-15.

One Person Injured in Northfield Crash

Northfield Hospital EMS, Northfield police and Minnesota State Patrol responded to the crash, which occurred at about 3 p.m. Monday.

An Unconventional Landing

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

Police Issue Alert for Telephone Scammers

Residents reportedly are receiving calls asking for money for family members in need.