Swindlers Take Grandmas’ Money and Man Charged With Beating Acquaintance: West Metro Police and Fire Report

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

15 Spots Left in Shakopee Police Citizen Academy

Applications are due by Monday, Sept. 2.

MN State Troopers Coming to Shakopee Football Game

The troopers will launch t-shirts at students that will remind teenagers to wear their seatbelt.

Shakopee Police Alert Residents of Phone Scam

The scam artist claims to be from a tax investigation agency.

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.

Motorcycle Crash Near Shakopee Injures Minnetonka Man

Glen A. Cole’s injuries were deemed serious but not life threatening.

Reports of Fire on US 169 Near Shakopee

The Minnesota Department of Transportation and passing motorists announced the fire on Twitter Friday afternoon.

Scott County Increases DWI Enforcement Through Labor Day

Shakopee Police will be participating in the campaign.

Shakopee Man Arrested in 1999 Iowa Murder Case

Investigators "developed new information" that led to the arrest and charges, the Star Tribune reported.

Woman Found Dead Along Road and Woman Head-Butts Co-Worker: West Metro Police and Fire Report

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.

Scott County Sheriff's Deputies Awarded for Their Life-Saving Responses to Emergencies

Deputies Nick Adler and Michael Turek received the Morris A. Miller Outstanding Service Award.

Shakopee Police Department Collects Night to Unite Food Donations

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.

Third Man Arrested in Fatal Shooting of Shakopee High School Senior

Michael Devon Jarmon was the third man charged in the death of Marcos Pantaleon at the student's home earlier this year.

Quick Action Saves Man's Life at Dakotah! Sport and Fitness

The Business Council of the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community honored the staff members who helped save the man's life.

Church Egger Confesses and Underage ‘Meet Me’ Meet-up: 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 $50K swindle and a suspected forger who left his ID behind.

So Far This Year in Scott County: 5 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.

Woman Injured When Train Hit Car in Shakopee

The driver of the car left the vehicle before the train hit it, police say.

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 anger over a pet store.

Prescription Drug Disposal, Catfish Derby: Sheriff's Newsletter

The Scott County Sheriff's Office recently released its quarterly newsletter, which includes information about upcoming events and the dangers of drinking while boating.

Scott County Sheriff's Office Receives Above and Beyond Award

Scott County Sheriff Kevin Studnicka attended the ceremony along with others from the sheriff's office jail division.

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.

Shakopee Scene of Protest Over Savage Man's Severe Beating of Dog

Protestors demonstrated at the Scott County Courthouse in Shakopee, where the man accused of beating his dog's head with a sledgehammer made his first appearance.

Savage Man Allegedly Attacks Pet Dog With Sledgehammer

The dog was put down later that night after suffering "gruesome" head injuries.

Woman Killed in Motorcycle Accident Involving Shakopee Resident

A Shakopee resident was making a left turn in his SUV when it hit the front of a motorcyle.

Investigation into Savage Moped Accident Leads to Charges Over 1 Year Later

Brett Raley was 18 when he was killed in a moped crash in Savage.

Buy Wine in Savage; Help Fund Helmets for Firefighters

Savage Fire Department firefighters will show their appreciation to customers July 20.

Shakopee Police Offering Classes to Youth and Adults

Applications for the Citizen Police Academy are due by Sept. 2.

Frozen Chicken Semi Catches Fire on Highway 169

Shakopee motorists passing the burned trailer expressed concern over the incident.

Shooting Death, Accent Signage Lawsuit and Prostitution Charges: West Metro Police and Fire Report

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

Police: High Waters Shouldn’t Close 101 Bridge

The Shakopee Police Department continues to monitor river levels.

Man Pleads Guilty to Robbing Shakopee Famous Footwear

Peter Christopher Nunn, 42, faces as many as 40 years in prison for robberies he said were to get rent money.

Lightning Leads to House Fires, Assaults Reported on Trails: West Metro Police and Fire Report

This week’s compilation includes rewards offered for two Golden Valley murders, person uses deck for urinal and man found with hashish.

Shakopee Woman Admits Using Fake Names, Injuries to Get Pain Meds

Nicole Jones has been charged with fifth-degree drug possession in Le Sueur County.

Metropolitan Mosquito District Grounds Sprayers after Wednesday's Fatal Crash

A St. Charles man who took off from Eden Prairie's Flying Could Airport was killed near the Oakdale/Maplewood border Tuesday morning. Now, authorities are calling off spraying sortes despite the fact health officials are warning of a buggy summer.

Fire Engulfs Shakopee Home

The people in the Murphy Court home escaped without injury.

Shakopee Police Participate in 8th annual Torch Run

The statewide run benefits local athletes participating in Special Olympics

Shakopee Police Department Giving Away Child ID Kits

Shakopee Man Pleads Guilty to Food Stamp Fraud

Chin Son Kim faces up to five years behind bars for defrauding the federal food stamp program out of almost $30,000.

Moorhead Man Faces Federal Charges in Scott County, Statewide Mail Theft

Charges were opened yesterday against the former banker who fleeced dozens, including victims here in Scott County.