Crime & Safety
Authorities Launch Search in Afternoon Burglary Attempt in Shakopee
Shakopee police mounted a search Thursday afternoon for a person who attempted to break into a home with children present, according to Shakopee police.
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Shakopee police mounted a search Thursday afternoon for a person who attempted to break into a home with children present, according to Shakopee police.
Authorities used a Minnesota State Patrol helicopter in the search, as well as officers from the Scott County Sheriff's Office, Prior Lake Police Department and Shakopee police in a search in the area of Muhlenhardt Road and Horizon Drive near County Road 18 in eastern Shakopee.
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The suspect reportedly tried the doors to the residence, and looked for unlocked doors and windows. The person never gained entry to the home, according to Shakopee Police Chief Jeff Tate.
The suspect fled when an officer arrived. Officers were not able to locate the suspect during their search but they said they do have a person of interest they are following up with.
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Anyone with information in this case should call Shakopee police at 952-233-9400.
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