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Burnsville Public Safety Memorial Day Service | Honoring Fallen Heroes
At 2 PM on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, city leaders and public safety officials gathered with the community to honor the bravery and sacrifice of Officers Paul Elmstrand, Matt Ruge, and Firefighter/Paramedic Adam Finseth.

Burnsville to Observe Public Safety Memorial Day on February 18th
The City of Burnsville will honor three fallen heroes—Paul Elmstrand, Matthew Ruge, and Adam Finseth—on February 18, 2025, in a solemn observance of Public Safety Memorial Day.

Several Area Fire Departments Respond to Third-Alarm Fire in Burnsville, Cause Under Investigation
A third-alarm fire broke out early Saturday morning, February 8, 2025, at a residence on 13000 Oakland Drive in Burnsville early Saturday morning.

Burnsville Honors Fallen Heroes with Public Safety Memorial Day
The City of Burnsville has officially designated February 18 as Public Safety Memorial Day, a day of remembrance for three dedicated public servants who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.
Minnesota Fraternal Order of Police Seeks Community Support to Honor Fallen Burnsville Heroes
The Minnesota Fraternal Order of Police is asking for the community to support efforts to honor three fallen heroes: Officers Paul Elmstrand and Matthew Ruge and Firefighter-Paramedic Adam Finseth, who lost their lives during a tragic standoff in Burnsville, Minnesota, in February 2024.
No Injuries Reported Following Second-Alarm Fire in Burnsville
A second-alarm fire broke out Friday afternoon, January 24, 2025, on the 14000 block of Southpointe Curve in Burnsville. The incident occurred shortly after 2:30 PM.
Financial Fraud Case Results in Conviction and Active Warrant for Second Suspect
Amen Jerome Peoples has been convicted and sentenced for involvement in two financial transaction card fraud incidents in Dakota County, Minnesota.

Burnsville Man Indicted on First-Degree Murder Charge in Death of Mother
A Dakota County grand jury has indicted 57-year-old Troy Michael Mitteness of Burnsville on charges of premeditated first-degree murder and intentional second-degree murder in connection with the 2022 death of his mother.

UPDATED: Police Respond to Incident at Burnsville Chick-fil-A, Taser Deployed
Burnsville Officers responded to the area of the Chick-fil-A on County Road 42 on Tuesday morning, November 27, 2024, shortly after 10 a.m., for an incident involving a patient having a mental health crisis.

South Saint Paul Man Pleads Guilty to Carjacking Incident in Apple Valley
A South Saint Paul man who was charged with carjacking in Apple Valley earlier this year, has been sentenced to over five years in prison following a guilty plea.

Two Arrested Following Robbery at Burnsville Cub Foods
Two individuals were arrested on November 20, 2024, in connection with an alleged “armed” robbery at a Cub Foods grocery store in Burnsville.

Brooklyn Park Man Charged with Threats of Violence in Burnsville Assault Incident
A 29-year-old Brooklyn Park man has been charged with felony threats of violence following a reported assault in Burnsville on November 21, 2024.

Burnsville Man Faces New Felony Charges Amid Continued Criminal Activity
A Burnsville man with a lengthy criminal record, including convictions for theft, assault, and fraud, faces new charges following a detailed investigation by local law enforcement.

No Injuries Reported in Burnsville Two-Vehicle Crash; Passenger Car Catches Fire
A two-vehicle collision in Burnsville led to a passenger car catching fire on Thursday afternoon, though fortunately, no injuries were reported.

Kitchen Fire Displaces Family at Chancellor Manor in Burnsville
A fire broke out at Chancellor Manor apartments in Burnsville on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at around 12:25 PM, drawing resources from the Burnsville Fire Department, Eagan Fire Department, and Burnsville Police Department.
Two Multi-Vehicle Crashes Occur on I-35W in Twin Cities Metro Area
Authorities are investigating two multi-vehicle crashes that occurred on I-35W in the Twin Cities metro area on Friday evening.
Single-Vehicle Crash in Burnsville Leads to DWI Arrest; Investigation Ongoing
A single-vehicle crash in Burnsville, Minnesota leads to a DWI arrest as the investigation is ongoing.

Semi-Truck Theft Results in Felony Charge for Georgia Man in Minnesota
A Georgia man is facing felony theft charges in Minnesota after he took a semi-truck to run personal errands after he was terminated from his job.

Burnsville Man Charged with Assault and Threats of Violence After Armed Standoff
A Burnsville man has been charged with multiple felonies after an alleged armed confrontation with his roommate on October 19, 2024, that escalated into a standoff with law enforcement.

Fatal Motorcycle Accident Claims Life of Burnsville Teen
A fatal motorcycle accident in Burnsville, Minnesota, claims the life of a Burnsville teen.