Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension

A 37-year-old woman was found dead in a ditch near Deer River, prompting a suspicious death investigation. Authorities identified her as Rikki Skog and are seeking public assistance with information about her whereabouts after July 15. The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is assisting the investigation.

Federal prosecutors transferred evidence, including body camera video and a damaged SUV, to Minnesota investigators probing the January 2024 deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti during anti-immigration enforcement protests. The evidence transfer followed months of delays, with federal authorities previously withholding hard drives containing statements and other materials. Legal disputes over jurisdiction persist, as no charges have been filed in the killings.

Minnesota prosecutors announced they obtained evidence from the federal government in the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti by immigration agents during Operation Metro Surge. The evidence includes body camera footage, officer statements, and a vehicle involved, which the federal government had previously withheld. State authorities and the federal government are engaged in a legal dispute over evidence sharing, with some cooperation now achieved.

Brooklyn Park police are searching for 15-year-old Bushra Othman Alsso, last seen on July 8 wearing a black dress and hijab. The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension issued an alert describing her as 5-foot-4, 97 pounds, with blue hair and brown eyes. She has a history of being reported missing.

Federal investigators are sharing evidence related to three shootings by federal agents during Operation Metro Surge, following a lawsuit by Minnesota officials. The evidence includes digital and physical items, enabling Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty to review cases involving victims Renee Good, Alex Pretti, and Julio Sosa-Celis.

The City of St. Peter released body camera footage of a June 18 shooting during a police pursuit that resulted in an officer being injured and a suspect, Jordan Donahue, being killed. Officers Austin Buss and Dustin Struckman engaged in a firefight with Donahue after he barricaded himself in a home, leading to Buss being shot in the arm. The incident is under investigation by the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension.

Federal officers shot and killed Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Minneapolis six months ago, but no arrests have been made and the Trump administration has not initiated a serious investigation. Federal officials have blocked state and local investigators from accessing evidence, while Vice President Vance and Stephen Miller asserted federal immunity for agents involved. Minnesota officials are independently investigating, but face resistance from federal authorities.

A 17-year-old girl was arrested and charged with second-degree murder after a 43-year-old woman, Georgina Lee Monk, was found beaten to death in Maplewood. The suspect admitted to using a hammer and expressing regret, and prosecutors plan to charge her as an adult.

St. Paul police and civil rights advocates debate the use of Flock Safety cameras, which use automated license plate readers to scan vehicles. Critics cite concerns over data sharing with federal immigration agencies, while proponents argue the technology aids crime prevention. Some Minnesota cities have canceled Flock contracts, but St. Paul's contract remains active through 2028.

Officer attacks in Minnesota have increased over 160% since 2019, with an average of 1,200 annual incidents compared to 467 in 2019. Recent attacks in St. Peter and Walker, including one where an officer was shot in the arm, highlight growing concerns. Law enforcement officials and unions emphasize the need for training, legislation, and public perception changes to address the trend.

A St. Peter police officer was shot in the arm during an incident that prompted a shelter-in-place order, but is recovering and expected to be okay. The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is investigating the use-of-force incident, though no details about the suspect have been released.

A $25,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the resolution of the 1987 disappearance of Carla Anderson, a 23-year-old woman from Wadena. Despite extensive investigation by Wadena police and the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, no arrests have been made, and Anderson has never been found.

A Minnesota woman, Shauna Rae Dokken, was charged with criminal vehicular homicide after a head-on crash that killed 82-year-old Barbara Lee Welberg. Dokken claimed her dog seized the steering wheel before the collision and mentioned taking prescription medications, though a preliminary breath test showed no alcohol. The investigation continues pending blood test results.

The FBI ignored text messages from Minnesota investigators for at least two days following Renee Good's killing, according to records obtained by WIRED. The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension's investigator attempted to contact the FBI but received no response during this period.