Stillwater Police Investigate Acts of Vandalism, Arson on Abercrombie Lane

Stillwater police are investigating two reports of vandalism/arson that occurred this week on Abercrombie Lane.

Shooting, Heroin Indictment, Kitchen Fire: Washington County Public Safety Roundup

Here's a weekly listing of crime incidents and police and fire related calls in Washington County.

Eric Richard Makes First Court Appearance in Murder Case Stemming from Bar Fight

An omnibus hearing was set for Jan. 25 at 1 p.m. in Washington County District Court. Richard currently remains in jail.

Kitchen Fire Causes about $250,000 in Damage to May Township Home

Firefighters on Monday extinguished a kitchen fire at a home in the 12800 block of 120th Street in May Township. No one was injured as a result of the blaze.

Burning Ban to End in Washington County

The burning ban will be canceled Friday at 5 p.m.

UPDATED: Forest Lake Man Cited for Careless Driving After Manning Crash

The crash was reported at about 1:36 p.m. Wednesday.

Car Chase Suspect to Police: Running From the Law Was 'Dumbest Thing' Ever

A 23-year-old New Hope man allegedly led police on a 25-mile chase that ended in Oak Park Heights this week, initially claiming the accelerator on his new vehicle was stuck, and putting the car in reverse, sent the vehicle forward.

Retired Stillwater Assistant Fire Chief Honored with Public Fire Education Award

Last weekend, the Minnesota Fire Chiefs Association honored Robert F. Zoller, a retired Assistant Fire Chief of the Stillwater Fire Department, for his efforts in fire prevention and life-safety education.

Abduction Suspect, Dale Road Crash, Sparks Fly: County Public Safety Roundup

Here's a weekly listing of crime incidents and police and fire related calls in Washington County.

Stillwater Fire Crews Extinguish House Fire on Owens Street

The cause of the fire remains under investigation and appears to be unintentional, but Stillwater police believe a cigarette may started a blaze Wednesday night at a home in the 400 block of Owens Street North. No one was injured.

Man Accused of Having Sex with Goat at Axdahl's Garden Farm: Police

A 37-year-old man has been charged of burglarizing Axdahl's Garden Farm near Stillwater this summer, and then sodomizing a goat. The man's whereabouts are unknown at this time.

Man Sent to Prison for Covering Woodbury Woman's Eyes While She Drove Through Stillwater

A 24-year-old St. Paul man was sent to prison after he grabbed a Woodbury woman by the neck in March and then covered her eyes while she was driving through the Stillwater area.

UPDATE: Second Stillwater Man Dies from Injuries at UW-Eau Claire Apartment Fire

Two Stillwater men have died as a result of an apartment fire on Monday morning in Eau Claire, Wis.

UPDATED: Nevada Woman Dies After Falling Down Stairs at the Freight House

First responders were called to the Freight House just before midnight on Sept. 29 for a report that a woman had fallen down the stairs that lead to the bathroom.

Washington County Fire Chiefs Put Burning Ban in Effect Starting 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 5

A burning ban has been put into place in Stillwater and across Washington County due to continued drought conditions. The ban will continue until further notice.

Stillwater Man Charged with Murder, Manslaughter after Downtown Bar Fight

Eric Kaprice Richard, of Stillwater, was charged with unintentional murder and manslaughter stemming from a fight with Adam McCloud at Smalley’s Caribbean Barbeque and Pirate Bar in downtown Stillwater. Richard says he was acting in self-defense.

Family: Adam McCloud's 'Fight is Over'

Adam McCloud will be taken off of life support today after being hospitalized with serious brain trauma stemming from a fight last week at a bar in downtown Stillwater. Criminal charges have not yet been filed in the case.

County Attorney Has Until Friday to Make Charging Decision in Smalley's Bar Fight

Adam McCloud, 29, of Stillwater, is on life support at Regions Hospital after a bar fight last week in downtown Stillwater. Eric Richards, 22, of Stillwater remains in jail on suspicion of first-degree assault charges.

Police: 'Suspicious' Man Wanders Through Yards, Enters Garage and Asks About Porn

A 35-year-old Stillwater man was jailed and cited for disorderly conduct and trespassing last weekend after residents on Elm Street reported a "suspicious person" in the area.

UPDATED: Stillwater Man Remains Critical after Assault at Pirate Bar

Adam McCloud, 29, of Stillwater, remains in critical condition after being assaulted last week in the Pirate Bar at Smalley’s Caribbean Barbeque. A 22-year-old Stillwater man was arrested Monday, and remains in jail pending first-degree assault charges.

Stillwater Police: Group of Women Attack Bar Patron, Scratch, Pull Her Friend's Hair

A 25-year-old Afton woman told police that after leaving a restaurant in downtown Stillwater last month, a woman punched her in the eye, and after he fell to the ground, a group of women attacked.

Man Arrested for Armed Burglary in Baytown Township Pleads Guilty to Federal Weapons Charge

Michael Scott Canfield—described by the U.S. Attorney’s Office as a “career criminal”—pleaded guilty of being a felon in possession of a firearm. He faces a mandatory minimum sentence of 15 years in prison.

Homemade Bomb, Felony Sexual Conduct, Priest Charged: County Public Safety Roundup

Here's a weekly listing of crime incidents and police and fire related calls in Washington County.

DNR Cites Man for Transporting Shopping Cart Completely Covered in Zebra Mussels

The Minnesota DNR say a North Dakota man thought it was "unique" to have a cart with mussels attached and that it would make a nice addition to his business, so he placed it in his truck.

Stillwater Man Injured after Being Struck by Vehicle at Owens and Myrtle

A 76-year-old Stillwater man was transported to Lakeview Hospital after being stuck by a vehicle while he was walking in the crosswalk at the intersection of Owens and Myrtle streets.

Dozens of Marriage Amendment Signs Vandalized, Stolen in Stillwater

Have you had issues with your political signs this election season? Share your experiences with political signage in the comment section below.

Updated: Woodbury Family Escapes Devastating House Fire on Marsh Creek Road

The fire broke out during the early-morning hours of Sunday, Sept. 23.

Lumberjack Days Update, Sexual Solicitation, Snake Mutilation: Washington County Public Safety Roundup

Here's a weekly listing of crime incidents and police and fire related calls in Washington County.

Former Bachmann Campaign Aide Files Police Report Accusing Ron Paul Backer, an Iowa Senator, of Theft

Barb Heki of Johnston filed a theft report last week with the Urbandale Police Department accusing State Sen. Kent Sorenson of Milo with stealing a database in November.

Stillwater Fire Department Open House is Oct. 13

The Stillwater Fire Department will be hosting an “open house” during fire prevention week. All area residents are invited.

Benefit for Stillwater’s Sobczak Sisters is Oct. 28

A benefit for Stillwater’s Sobczak sisters—who were injured in a horrific head-on crash on Highway 5 in Lake Elmo last month—is set for Oct. 28 at the Water Street Inn.

Lumberjack Days: Charging Decision Could Take Weeks, Maybe Longer

County Attorney Pete Orput acknowledges the frustration by the public and the media with respect to the Dave Eckberg investigation, and says that level of frustration is shared by his office, as well as many others in law enforcement.

Woman's Abduction, Craigslist Arrest, Sexual Assault: Washington County Public Safety Roundup

Here's a weekly listing of crime incidents and police and fire related calls in Washington County.

PHOTOS: First Responders Train for a Disaster on the St. Croix

Did you participate in Thursday afternoon's training exercise on the St. Croix River in Stillwater? What was your role? What did you think of the drill? Please, share your experiences in the comment section below.

How Many Registered Predatory Offenders Live in Washington County?

Minnesota Department of Corrections officials outlined specifics about predatory offenders during a recent meeting in Oakdale.

UPDATED: Liberty on the Lakes Residents on the Lookout following Vandalism Spree

Stillwater Police are investigating a number of vandalism incidents that occurred late Sunday night into Monday morning in the Liberty on the Lake neighborhood.

Hudson Man Charged With DWI and Fleeing Police, While Possessing a Gun

A 52-year-old Hudson man was charged by the Washington County Attorney’s Office with second-degree DWI, fleeing police on a motorcycle and possessing a pistol while under the influence of alcohol.

Charges: Corrections Employee Groped, Offered Sex Toys and Exposed Himself to Prison Inmate

A Minnesota Department of Corrections employee allegedly sexually assaulted an inmate on three different occasions while they were in the vehicle and in the area of Minnesota Correctional Facility—Stillwater.

Stillwater Man Faces Attempted Murder, Rape Charges in Woodbury Red Roof Inn Hostage Case

The criminal complaint says Demetrius Santrell Ballinger tried to shoot the man who was eventually shot by police, and he sexually assaulted four juvenile females.

Hostage Shootout, Cat Torture, Man Caps Himself in Leg: Washington County Public Safety Roundup

Here's a weekly listing of crime incidents and police and fire related calls in Washington County.