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Category: Public Safety
Valentine’s Day ATM Heist Goes Awry in West St. Paul
Suspects rented a U-Haul pickup truck to rob a Wells Fargo ATM. When the plan failed, they led police on a lengthy chase in the West Metro.
Stabbing at West St. Paul Group Home
One person is dead and another arrested early Monday morning in West St. Paul.
Jerry Cotton: First Black Sheriff’s Deputy in Dakota County
West St. Paul’s Jerry Cotton served as a trailblazing deputy, a mentor, and an inspiration. He passed away in 2006, but his legacy lives on through a memorial scholarship.
Shoplifting up 83% in West St. Paul
West St. Paul’s 2019 annual report shows shoplifting is up 83%. So far it’s limited to retail chains and isn’t impacting local businesses or neighborhoods.
Brian Sturgeon: West St. Paul’s New Police Chief
We talk with newly appointed Police Chief Brian Sturgeon about a range of issues, including recruitment, training, use of force, mental health checks, and more.
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