Crashes, Drunk Drivers Keep Wright County Deputies Busy

A lot of fender-benders reported after last week's snow, and a few disputes also led to arrests around Wright County.

Wright County Woman Killed in Thursday Afternoon Crash

The two-vehicle crash along County Road 35 west of Buffalo also injured two men, including one from Becker.

Deputies Say Woman Accused Her Mother of Being Satan, Choked Her: Crime Roundup

The top police, court and fire stories from our Patch sites in the Twin Cities include a woman shot in an apartment, a couple who left a baby in a car and a kidnapping.

Fire Calls: Icy, Snowy Roads Lead to Calls for St. Michael and Albertville Crews

Medical calls still dominate this week's report, but drivers had a rough go of it early last week.

St. Michael Woman Charged After Strangling Mother in 'Religious Episode'

A 20-year-old St. Michael woman was charged with a felony for a strange incident late last month.

Wright County Deputies Search for Suspect after Monticello Robbery

A man was robbed in his room by a woman armed with a handgun.

Lakeville North Student Killed in Crash: Crime Roundup

The top police, court and fire stories from our Patch sites in the Twin Cities include more information on a fatal crash into a pond, a stabbing and a prisoner escape.

St. Michael Man Sentenced to Month in Jail for Domestic Assault

In other recent court cases, two Monticello brothers were sentenced for storing hazardous waste.

Four Alarm Fire in Elk River Damages Huge Portion of Apartment Complex

Ladder trucks and crews were braving cold temps and hot conditions in Elk River this morning.

2 Hurt in Fenning Avenue Crash

The crash appears to have happened after an SUV spun out on slippery roads.

Police Seek Armed Robbers, Laptop Thieves and Serial Burglar: Crime Roundup

The top police, court and fire stories from our Patch sites in the Twin Cities include a police chief possibly moving to another city.

Teacher Charged With Having Sex With Students In His Home: Crime Roundup

The top police, court and fire stories from our Patch sites in the Twin Cities include more info about shooting of doctor and an update on a stowaway.

Fire Calls Continue to Focus on First Response in STMA

Substance Abuse Arrests Lead Weekly Wright County Report

Drug possession and operating vehicles under the influence landed local residents in trouble over the last week.

Pornography, Terroristic Threats Lead Wright County Jail Sentences

A Monticello man will serve several weeks in jail for possession of pornography, while an Elk River man will do time for terroristic threats. That and more in this week's wrap.

Priest Sexual Abuse Allegations Reported in Suburbs: Crime Roundup

The top police, court and fire stories from our Patch sites in the Twin Cities include a man charged for the third time with indecent exposure.

Recent Fire Calls Center Around Medical Assists

A fallen child and an assist with a gas stove were part of recent calls to action.

Car vs. Deer Accidents at Record High for Week in Wright County

According to Patch records, it was a tough week for four-legged friends on Wright County roads, as a record number of deer were struck. That information, plus other arrests in this week's roundup.

Monticello Man Dies in Tuesday Morning Accident

The accident occurred Tuesday afternoon near the old Osowski's Market. The driver was the only person involved in the crash.

‘Cruella de Vil’ Arrested on Halloween and Woman Convicted of Animal Cruelty: Police and Fire Roundup

The top police, court and fire stories from our Patch sites in the Twin Cities include a pedestrian who died after being hit by an SUV and a former deputy convicted of stealing prescription drugs.

St. Michael, Albertville Fire Calls on Rise in October

A weekly summary of calls to the St. Michael and Albertville community fire departments.

Recent Robbers Sentenced to Time in Wright County Jail

The weekly report of jail sentences handed down in Wright County District Court, provided by County Attorney Tom Kelly's office.

Father Pleads Guilty in Daughter’s Drowning and Missing Girl Found 5 Miles from Home: Crime Roundup

The top police, court and fire stories from our Patch sites in the Twin Cities include a man charged with swindling $137,000 from a company.

Thefts, Assaults Lead Arrests in Wright County over Last Week

Accidents continue to plague Wright County roads, with more than 30 reported over the last week, according to deputies.

Hennepin County Files Charges in Rogers Fatal Accident

A 21-year-old driver who police say admitted he had drugs in his system has been charged with vehicular homicide.

Escaped Wright County Convict Found in Buffalo, Back in Prison

After eluding the Wright County Deputies attempting to detain him, Daniel Rossberg is now back in prison.

Buffalo Driver Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash Monday Morning

Kimberly Olson, 33, Buffalo was transported to Buffalo Hospital via ambulance with injuries after the accident.

Officer-Involved Shooting and Man Indicted for Ex-Girlfriend’s Death

The top police, court and fire stories from our Patch sites in the Twin Cities include a driver charged for texted right before car crash.

Known Sex Offender Escapes Wright County Deputies, at Large

The Minnesota Department of Corrections has now categorized Daniel J. Rossberg as a fugitive from justice.

Eagan Burglar to More than Three Years in Prison for Part in Wright County Break-Ins

A look at this week's Wright County District Court sentencings.

Medical Calls Dominate Recent Action for St. Michael, Albertville Fire

With both departments wrapping up fire education projects around the community this month, St. Michael and Albertville firefighters turned their attention to helping people in need last week.

Alcohol, Drug Violations Lead Busy Week for Wright County Sheriff's Department

Deputies also executed a number of warrants issued for Wright County violators.

Elk River Cell Phone Shop Robbed at Gunpoint

Elk River Police attempted to track down a man after an employee at the T-Mobile store told dispatchers he was held up around 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 22.

How to Lead Police Right to You

The Burger King robber offered some clues that didn’t exactly require the sleuthing skills of Sherlock Holmes.

Buffalo Township Man Facing Charges after Allegedly Shooting at Wife

A 74-year-old Buffalo Township man is in custody after an alleged attempted shooting about two miles east of St. Michael Sunday night.

Stowaway In New Home and Burger King Bandit: Crime Roundup

The top police, court and fire stories from our Patch sites in the Twin Cities this week include a cheerleader sentenced for prostituting her teammate.

Twin Cities' Alleged Burger King Bandit Nabbed by Investigators

A 34-year-old Sartell man was arrested Thursday night at his home by multiple agencies.

St. Michael, Albertville Fire Calls Focused on Medical Assistance

Accidents were down and the departments responded to just one structure fire in the first half of the month.

Burger King Thief Has Northwest Metro Police Trying to Land a Whopper

Departments around the area are working together so a suspect tied to the armed robberies can no longer have it his way.

Wright County Seeing Rise in Car vs. Deer Accidents, Crashes in General

This week's county sheriff report includes a host of vehicle crashes, as well as several area arrests connected to a theft ring in Buffalo Township.