Tag: crime

Crime in West St. Paul: It’s a Mixed Bag

Crime increased in 2023, but it’s up and down in various categories, and still down from 2021. We talk with Police Chief Brian Sturgeon about the stats, development, and ‘most dangerous’ lists.

Attempted Carjacking Foiled by Teen

Police were called to a bizarre scene in West St. Paul Monday night where a 17-year-old victim had subdued a suspected carjacker. Marijuana may have been involved.

West St. Paul state of city speech at Dakota Lodge.

2023 State of the City Address From Mayor Dave Napier

“We need to show our community all the good things we’ve accomplished,” Mayor Dave Napier said during his State of the City Address.

Rampage at West St. Paul Target

A woman rampaged through Target destroying merchandise and displays, causing at least $7,000 in damage, and forcing the store to briefly close.

West St. Paul Man Murders Woman in Domestic Dispute

A domestic dispute turned to murder in the parking lot of a West St. Paul apartment. The shooter was arrested during an attempted carjacking.

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.

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