Man Charged for Videos, Stabbing and Stolen Puppy: West Metro Police, Fire Report

Editor’s Note: Every week we bring you a sampling of stories from Patch sites in the west metro: Eden Prairie, Edina, Fridley, Golden Valley, Hopkins, Lake Minnetonka, Maple Grove, Minnetonka, Plymouth, Richfield, Shakopee, Southwest Minneapolis, St. Louis Park and St. Michael.

Prosecutors: Wristwatch Videos of Nude Boys at YMCA Also Show Defendant in Mirrors

A Coon Rapids man using a wristwatch camera to make videos of boys undressing in at least one YMCA also caught his own image, reflected in locker room mirrors, according to a criminal complaint. 

Man Suffers Stab Wound to Neck in Richfield

The incident occurred early Monday morning near 66th Street and Nicollet Avenue.

Hunt for Stolen Shakopee Puppy Leads Police to Pot Growing Operation

The puppy and the suspect were gone when police arrived at a Northfield home, according to reports.

Cup of Coffee Costs Man His Car

A thief takes advantage of a moment of inattentiveness at a Southwest Minneapolis gas station.

Prosecutor: SLP Man Tried to Strangle Ex-Girlfriend While Reciting Prayers

David Vassily Robakevich faces attempted murder and domestic assault charges.

UPDATE: Albertville Woman Injured after Truck Blows Red Light in Crash

A multiple vehicle accident at the new Interstate 94 and County Road 19 intersection injured one person.

Jamie Rae Eckstrom, of Hopkins, was arrested after she allegedly attempted to steal a hotel van in Eagan.

Man Gets Four Years in Prison for Conspiring to Distribute Cocaine

Brian Funtaneous Mack, 26, was sentenced on March 5.

There was also a burglary reported at storage locker and car theft reported.

Minneapolis Man Hit with Felony Charge After Flip-Flopping on Tests

Carin Brice Ross, 33, was charged with felony-level DWI and refusal to submit to a chemical test after Edina Police observed him speeding on the crosstown.

Information provided by the Plymouth Police Department. Not intended to be a comprehensive log of activity.

Meth Found After Police Pull Over Man Near Ridgedale

Travis Lee Bjerke, of Ramsey, has been charged with felony fifth-degree drug possession.

More Police at Eden Prairie High School Thursday After Gun Rumors

A letter was sent out to parents Thursday letting them know that the threats are unsubstantiated.