Rochester PD: 70-Year-Old Catches Teen Stealing Money from PurseRochester PD: 70-Year-Old Catches Teen Stealing Money from PurseOfficers found and arrested the suspect in an area near the victim’s home.TJ LeverentzTJ Leverentz
Rochester City Councilmember to Not Seek Second TermRochester City Councilmember to Not Seek Second TermHe’s the second member of the current city council this year to announce the intention not to seek a second term in office. TJ LeverentzTJ Leverentz
Two Helicopters Respond to Head-on Crash Near ChatfieldTwo Helicopters Respond to Head-on Crash Near ChatfieldAn SUV traveling south collided with a car that was heading north on the two-lane highway.TJ LeverentzTJ Leverentz
NW Rochester Crash Results in Life-Threatening InjuriesNW Rochester Crash Results in Life-Threatening InjuriesOne of the drivers was attempting a left turn.Andy BrownellAndy Brownell
Second Man Sent to Prison For Sexual Assaulting Rochester TeenSecond Man Sent to Prison For Sexual Assaulting Rochester TeenThe 15-year-old victim told police she went to a friend's home to smoke marijuana.Andy BrownellAndy Brownell
Garbage Can Fire Breaks Out at Rochester Apartment ComplexGarbage Can Fire Breaks Out at Rochester Apartment ComplexThe initial report indicated that garbage cans stationed near the complex’s office were on fire. TJ LeverentzTJ Leverentz
Accused ‘Pimp’ For Rochester Prostitution Operation Pleads GuiltyAccused ‘Pimp’ For Rochester Prostitution Operation Pleads GuiltyThe investigation began last January when a woman came forward and told police how she had been pushed into prostitution.Andy BrownellAndy Brownell
Indictment: Southeast Minnesota Man Sexually Exploited ChildrenIndictment: Southeast Minnesota Man Sexually Exploited ChildrenHe is alleged to have participated in the international scheme from November of 2021 through April of 2022. TJ LeverentzTJ Leverentz
3 Injured in 4-Vehicle Crash That Closed Part of I-90 Near Austin3 Injured in 4-Vehicle Crash That Closed Part of I-90 Near AustinOfficials closed the interstate’s eastbound lanes between the Hwy. 56 exit and U.S. Hwy. 218 South interchange. TJ LeverentzTJ Leverentz
Ex Olmsted Deputy Charged in Federal Child Porn Production CaseEx Olmsted Deputy Charged in Federal Child Porn Production CaseHe's been indicted for production and possession of child pornography and coercing a minor to engage in sexually explicit conduct. TJ LeverentzTJ Leverentz
Second Rochester Teen Sentenced for 2023 Drive-by ShootingSecond Rochester Teen Sentenced for 2023 Drive-by ShootingRochester police indicated up to 30 shots were fired and bullets struck a nearby apartment building and two vehicles.TJ LeverentzTJ Leverentz
Law Enforcement Scam Costs Rochester Woman Thousands Law Enforcement Scam Costs Rochester Woman Thousands The caller told the woman she had an active arrest warrant for missing a court appearance and transferred her to another person claiming to be a lieutenant with the sheriff’s office. TJ LeverentzTJ Leverentz
Driver Injured & Cited Following Olmsted County CrashDriver Injured & Cited Following Olmsted County CrashEveryone involved was buckled up. TJ LeverentzTJ Leverentz
Large Fentanyl Bust Leads to Prison Sentence for Rochester Man Large Fentanyl Bust Leads to Prison Sentence for Rochester Man Rochester Police stopped a vehicle driven by a man the officer knew to have a canceled license in the area of 3rd Ave. and 16th St. SoutheastTJ LeverentzTJ Leverentz