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Crime, Law and Justice

Minneapolis releases officer misconduct data, nearly 4 years after Floyd killing, protests

Minneapolis releases officer misconduct data, nearly 4 years after Floyd killing, protests

It's been nearly four years since George Floyd died at the hands of Minneapolis police officers. Recently, the city released documents showing at least a dozen officers were disciplined for misconduct during that time. MPR News Host Cathy Wurzer talks to the Minnesota Reformer’s Deena Winter, who took a deep dive into that data.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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2 Hennepin County deputies injured in Minnetonka, ‘armed’ person dies

2 Hennepin County deputies injured in Minnetonka, ‘armed’ person dies

Two Hennepin County sheriff’s deputies were injured Wednesday while executing a felony arrest warrant in Minnetonka. Both are expected to survive their injuries. In addition, an “armed” person died in an apparent exchange of gunfire, according to the Hennepin County Sheriff’s Department.
by MPR News Staff

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Lawsuit: Threats, alleged retribution marked Hutchinson’s time as Hennepin County sheriff

Lawsuit: Threats, alleged retribution marked Hutchinson’s time as Hennepin County sheriff

Current and former members of the Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office — including current Sheriff Dawanna Witt — blasted former sheriff Dave Hutchinson in a lawsuit Wednesday alleging bigotry, erratic behavior and threats of retribution by him that led some to fear for their careers and their lives.
by Cari Spencer and Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Michigan school shooter’s parents sentenced to at least 10 years in prison

Michigan school shooter’s parents sentenced to at least 10 years in prison

Jennifer and James Crumbley are the first parents convicted in a U.S. mass school shooting. They were found guilty of involuntary manslaughter after prosecutors presented evidence of an unsecured gun at home and indifference toward the teen’s mental health.
by The Associated Press

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Minneapolis officials discuss possible next use for former 3rd Precinct site

Minneapolis officials discuss possible next use for former 3rd Precinct site

Minneapolis city officials are recommending that the city’s Elections and Voter Services offices be housed in the former 3rd Precinct police station. However, some council members say the city needs to get more public input before it goes any further on the plan.
by MPR News Staff

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A man was charged with setting a fire at Sen. Bernie Sanders' Vermont office

A man was charged with setting a fire at Sen. Bernie Sanders' Vermont office

A 35-year-old man has been charged after he allegedly set fire to a door outside the senator's office on Friday, trapping people inside and damaging the building. No injuries were reported.
by Rachel Treisman and Emma Bowman

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