Crime alerts

Minnetonka Police Department badgeWhile Minnetonka prides itself on its relatively low crime rate, crime does occur in the city. To help keep city residents, visitors and business owners informed and safe, the Minnetonka Police Department participates in the Minnesota Crime Alert Network. This tool allows law enforcement personnel to distribute information about criminal activity and suspects quickly and in the most cost-efficient manner. When a significant crime occurs in a registered alert area, a crime summary is immediately faxed by the police department to businesses in order to increase awareness and assist in apprehension of criminals.

You can also receive crime alerts by subscribing to our crime alert feed or by signing up for MyMinnetonka crime alert e-mail updates.

You may also want to consider signing up for the ePrevent email subscription list, which offers a broader range of crime prevention tips and police updates.

Crime alert: Haitian earthquake relief fraud
Posted January 14, 2010
Updated Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Many legitimate websites are offering to be collection points for those that want to make online donations to the relief effort. However, with any disaster comes the opportunity for criminals to try and make a quick dollar off the charitable and distressed.
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Crime Alert: Burglary
Posted August 10, 2009
Updated Thursday, September 24, 2009
On August 2nd, at 00:02 am, there was an occupied residential burglary reported in Minnetonka at 59XX Bren Circle.
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Crime Alert: Robbery
Posted July 9, 2009
A robbery occurred on July 6, 2009 at 10 p.m. in the driveway at 54XX Pompano Drive in Minnetonka.
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Safety for apartment and condo dwellers
Posted March 9, 2009
Updated Friday, May 29, 2009
The safety issues for apartment and condo residents may be slightly different from those living in homes. Follow these tips from the Minnetonka Police Department to help you stay safe.
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Spotlight on the Police Advisory Committee
Posted March 8, 2009
Updated Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Each month this year, we will feature information about one of the city’s seven boards and commissions, starting with the Police Advisory Committee!
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Safety and security for places of worship
Posted January 30, 2009
Updated Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Consider implementing these measures for extra security at places of worship.
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Crime Alert: Burglaries of flat screen televisions
Posted January 15, 2009
Updated Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Three burglaries have recently been reported in Minnetonka involving flat screen televisions at a business and in party and workout rooms of apartment buildings.
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Tips to help prevent business robbery
Posted December 3, 2008
Updated Friday, December 19, 2008
Proper training can help minimize, or in some cases, avoid a robbery.
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Minnetonka Police seeking information about recent vandalism of politicians’ homes
Posted October 31, 2008
Updated Friday, November 14, 2008
During the evening of October 21, 2008, several Minnesota politicians’ homes were the target of vandalism, including Minnesota Congressman Jim Ramstad, who reported vandalism at his home in Minnetonka. The Minnetonka Police Department is working with the United States Capitol Police to assist in solving these crimes.
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Preventing vehicle theft one car at a time
Posted October 30, 2008
Updated Friday, December 19, 2008
In our cold-weather climate, it’s tempting to leave your car running while making a quick trip into a store or the house. This practice is not only illegal but also greatly increases the likelihood that your vehicle will be stolen.
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Crime alert: Church burglaries
Posted September 25, 2008
Updated Friday, December 19, 2008
Between September 14–16 there were two church burglaries reported in Minnetonka.
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Crime alert: Libb’s Lake area residents
Posted August 22, 2008
Updated Friday, September 19, 2008
The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office is actively investigating a reported sexual assault that occurred on August 2, 2008 on Libb’s Lake.
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Crime Alert: Burglaries
Posted July 2, 2008
Updated Friday, September 19, 2008
Since May 7, 2008, there have been 14 occupied residential burglaries reported in various areas of Minnetonka.
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Interactive crime map available
Posted August 30, 2007
Updated Friday, November 2, 2007
The Minnetonka Police Department offers an interactive crime map that allows residents to see where various incidents are happening in the city.
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