Stillwater Police: Man Shoots Himself in Leg During Domestic

A 30-year-old man reportedly shot himself in the leg in the midst of a domestic situation Thursday in the 1600 block of Greeley Street. A witness told police the man shot himself “because he was probably upset and on drugs at the time.”

UPDATED: Stillwater Sisters Transported After Head-On Crash

A 20-year-old Stillwater woman, a 15-year-old passenger in her vehicle and a 46-year-old St. Paul man are all in "critical condition" after a head-on crash on Highway 5 in Lake Elmo Tuesday night.

Crime Roundup: Malicious Child Punishment, Teens Proposition Sex, Counterfeit Cash

A weekly listing of crime incidents and police and fire related calls in Washington County.

UPDATE: WisDOT ID's Stillwater Man Killed in Rollover Crash

A 20-year-old Stillwater man died Friday evening after he lost control of his car on a downhill curve, went into the ditch and rolled the vehicle.

County Attorney: ‘I Cannot Imagine What This Poor Child Went Through’

Woodbury woman convicted of domestic assault and malicious punishment of a child.

Indecent Proposal: Two Teens Reportedly Proposition Adult Man for Sex at Stillwater Park

Stillwater Police were called to a report that two teenage girls solicited an adult man for sex at Lowell Park in Stillwater. Police were unable to locate the teens.

Theater Bomb Threat, Coke Bust, Dead Body Identified: Washington County Public Safety Roundup

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

Terroristic Threats, Meth Bust, $250K Fire Damage: Washington County Public Safety Roundup

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

Fire Caused Estimated $250,000 in Damage

In the early morning hours of Aug. 8 a fire sparked in the 800 block of 2nd Street.

Mailed Marijuana Busted

Stillwater resident Joshua Thomas Strand has been charged with felony drug charges for marijuana that was sent to his tattoo business name at his home address.

Woodbury Teen Gets Probation After Bringing Brass Knuckles to School

Blake Andrew Tomasko was recently sentenced on one count of possessing dangerous weapons on school property.

Sheriff's Office Identifies Oak Park Heights Man Killed in Lake Elmo Crash

The Washington County Sheriff's Office has identified the Oak Park Heights man involved in a fatal crash in Lake Elmo Wednesday morning. Details of the crash remain under investigation.

UPDATE: Oakdale Vehicle Strikes Bicyclist in Lake Elmo

A 22-year-old Minneapolis man was transported to Regions Hospital Saturday night after being struck by a vehicle driven by a 46-year-old Oakdale man on County Road 5 near Manning Avenue in Lake Elmo.

Stillwater Massage Therapist Faces Two More Sexual Assault Charges

The Washington County Attorney's Office amended a criminal complaint against Land of Pharaoh's owner, Amir Abd El Malak, to include two additional accusations of criminal sexual conduct for illicitly touching his customers.

Police: Gophers Hockey Star Erik Haula Cited after Urinating in Public

University of Minnesota Golden Gopher hockey player Erik Haula was cited for disorderly conduct last weekend after police reportedly saw him urinating on Water Street in downtown Stillwater after bar close.

Two Stillwater Men Face Felony Charges in Relation to Recent Rash of Burglaries

Nicholas John DeRosier and James Jonathan Cody Hanson, both 18 of Stillwater, were each charged by the Washington County Attorney's Office with third-degree burglary as a result of an investigation into the recent rash of home break-ins.

Police Arrest Two Stillwater Teens for Burglary

Stillwater police arrested two men on suspicion of third-degree burglary last night after a resident of the 700 block of West Oak Street reportedly saw the men enter a neighbor's garage.

Memorial Dedicated to Fallen 34th Military Police Soldiers

The Stillwater memorial was designed to replicate the one used to remember Spc. Daniel P. Drevnick, of Woodbury, Spc. James D. Wertish, of Olivia and Spc. Carlos E. Wilcox of Cottage Grove.

Washington County Public Safety Roundup: Meth Possession, Choking Incident, Lumberjack Days

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

County Attorney Needs More Time to Make Charging Decision in Lumberjack Days Case

Washington County Attorney Pete Orput said his office needs a bit more time to review evidence and continue working with the sheriff's office on their investigation in the Lumberjack Days case.

Man Arrested for Armed Burglary in Baytown Township Faces Federal Weapons Charge

Michael Scott Canfield, the man arrested after allegedly pulling a gun on an Xcel meter reader in the Stillwater area last month, was federally charged with being a felon in possession of a semi-automatic pistol.

Stillwater Police Investigate Rash of Brazen Burglaries over Fourth of July

Four burglaries were reported in the Long Lake area on the Fourth of July. In each incident, the burglar reportedly entered the homes through unlocked doors while the residents were home.

Up in Smoke: 10 Years, $2.3 Million in Fireworks Damage

The Minnesota State Fire Marshal's Office says when dealing with fireworks, paying attention to safety rules can increase enjoyment and reduce risks to people and property.

Fourth of July: Deadliest Day of the Year on the Road

The Minnesota Department of Public Safety is stressing that motorists buckle up, drive at safe speeds and plan ahead for a sober ride during the Fourth of July travel period.

MPCA Issues Air Pollution Health Advisory for Monday

Ozone levels are expected to peak Monday afternoon.

Xcel Employee Thought he was Going to Be Shot after Foiling Burglary in Stillwater Area

As the Xcel employee approached a meter in Baytown Township, Michael Canfield allegedly walked directly toward him with a semi-automatic handgun, pointed it at his midsection and said, “I’ve just been robbed.”

Authorities Releases Names of Suspects in Burglary with Shot Fired at Xcel Employee

Andrea Rae Hathaway,of Plymouth, and Michael Scott Canfield, of St. Paul, were arrested Monday awaiting multiple felony charges after shots were fired at an Xcel employee who foiled a burglary in Baytown Township.

Owner of Indian Motorcycles Disputes Felony Charge

Arturo Welch's defense attorney recently filed a motion in Washington County District Court to dismiss felony property damages charges against the 35-year-old Stillwater man due to a "lack of probable cause."

Updated: Shot Fired at Xcel Worker Who Walked in on Burglary in Stillwater Area

(Update: Authorities have made two arrests.) An Xcel energy employee reported that that a man fired a shot at him after he interrupted a burglary in the 13700 block of Baytown Township.

Document: Lumberjack Days Promoter Files Personal Bankruptcy

Dave Eckberg of St. Croix Events filed for personal bankruptcy Tuesday. According to court records, Stillwater Area Schools, the city of Stillwater and the Minnesota State Patrol are among the 100-plus "business debt" creditors listed in the filing.

Remembering Hudson Drowning Victim for His Ability to Make Others Smile

Visitation for recent Stillwater Area High School graduate Alexander Cook, 18, of Lake Elmo, will be Sunday, June 24 from 1-6 p.m. at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home in Roseville.

Washington County Public Safety Roundup: Subway Robbery, Assault, Xbox Dispute

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

Missing Lakeville Girl Found Safe in Lake Elmo, Father Arrested

Melanie Meri Davy, 15, had been missing since Monday when she didn't return to her mother's home following a visitation with her father. She was found at 7 a.m. today in Lake Elmo.

Girl Says Teen Acted Inappropriately at Teddy Bear Park in Stillwater

A 7-year-old girl told police that a teenage boy approached her at Teddy Bear Park in Stillwater on Monday and acted inappropriately. Police are looking into the report, but say the incident was isolated and the park is safe.

Judge Greg Galler: Truth and the Burdens of Proof

Washington County Judge Greg Galler writes about how judges determine truth in court as it is measured in accordance with the burden of proof. What have been your experiences with truth and the burden of proof in court?

Stillwater Man Sent to Prison for Fleeing Wisconsin Police

Justin Lee Patrick was sentenced to serve 18 months in jail for leading police on an interstate chase last year after officers responded to a report of a man stalking a girl in Wisconsin.

Stillwater Man Arrested for Assault after Girlfriend Says He Can't Play Video Games

A 29-year-old Stillwater man was arrested and cited for domestic assault Monday night after becoming upset because his girlfriend told him he couldn't play Xbox.

Drunken Wisconsin Man Spends His 21st Birthday in Jail

After being thrown out of Rafters for fighting early Tuesday morning, a Wisconsin man allegedly refused police orders to walk away and go home with his girlfriend, so he spent his 21st birthday in the slammer.

No-Wake Restrictions Lifted from the St. Croix River

The automatic no-wake restrictions that were put in place on the lower St. Croix River after heavy rains in May have been lifted. The river water level at 11 p.m. Monday was at 680.5 feet in Stillwater.

Stillwater Firefighters Respond to Pole Barn Fire, 15 Other Incidents Over Weekend

A fire in the 12000 block of Lockridge Avenue North caused about $350,000 in damage to a pole barn and its contents Sunday night. That blaze brought an end to a busy weekend for Stillwater firefighters who responded to 15 other calls for service.