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CBS News
2 days ago
- CBS News
Officers who shot, injured chainsaw-wielding man during Brooklyn Center domestic disturbance call identified
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension on Friday identified the officers who shot and injured a Brooklyn Center man who is accused of wielding a chainsaw amid a domestic disturbance call last week. According to the BCA, officers went to the 3200 block of 63rd Avenue North around 10:30 p.m. on a report that someone was inside "armed with knives." A woman had asked for help removing a 23-year-old man from the home; the man also called 911 to report his mother was holding a knife. During the course of the investigation, the woman was arrested on suspicion of second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon, the BCA says. Charging documents for her son say she had tried to stab him. After she was arrested, the man went back inside the home and armed himself with a chainsaw. Officers negotiated with the man for an "extended period," the BCA says. Brooklyn Park Police Sergeant Juel Lund and officer Derek Wodnick fired 40mm "less-lethal" launchers during the negotiation, and Crystal Police Officer Isaiah Gorman deployed PepperBall rounds. Lund has 20 years of law enforcement experience, while Wodnick has one-and-a-half years. According to the BCA, Gorman has three years of law enforcement experience. The man then came out of the home and started the chainsaw. Charging documents say despite orders from police to drop the chainsaw, he ran towards officers with it. Brooklyn Center police officers Austin Burt and Tarik Kekic shot at him, the BCA says. He was taken to the hospital where he remains in stable condition. Burt has one-and-a-half years of experience while Kekic has six years of experience, according to the BCA. The four Brooklyn Center officers are all on critical incident leave. The BCA says the shooting was captured on body camera video. The 23-year-old was charged with two counts of second-degree assault and two counts of making threats of violence. It is not clear if the woman also faces charges. The BCA is still investigating. For anonymous, confidential help, people can call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or 1-800-787-3224.
CTV News
4 days ago
- CTV News
Deputy uses lasso to pull chainsaw-wielding man from pond during standoff
Deputy uses lasso to pull chainsaw-wielding man from pond during standoff A deputy used a lasso he had in his cruiser to safely defuse the situation after a call about a man allegedly chasing his father with a chainsaw.
The Independent
5 days ago
- The Independent
Police lasso chainsaw-wielding man and drag him from pond ‘after he chased father around yard'
This is the moment a chainsaw-wielding man was lassoed by a sheriff's deputy after allegedly chasing his father around the yard before ending up in a pond. Pierce County Deputies responded after reports of a 32-year-old man threatening his parents with the tool in the town of Roy, Washington, on Saturday afternoon (June 14). When deputies arrived and tried to deescalate the situation, the man leapt into a nearby pond. Law enforcement negotiated with the suspect for 40 minutes before the unorthodox use of a lasso snared the man and he was dragged to shore and disarmed. He was then taken to a nearby hospital for mental health services.
CBS News
12-06-2025
- CBS News
Officers shoot chainsaw-wielding man in Twin Cities, police say
Police in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, say officers shot a man wielding a chainsaw overnight Thursday amid a domestic disturbance call. It happened on the 3200 block of 63rd Avenue North, according to police, after officers were called to the scene on a report of someone inside a residence "armed with knives." Police say crisis negotiators were called in to assist before officers told the suspect he was going to be arrested. Police say the man then walked out of the home with a chainsaw. "While trying to arrest and control the male, officers used pepper balls, 40 mm less lethal, and ultimately Brooklyn Center Police Officers discharged their firearms striking the male," police said in a statement released early Thursday morning. Police say the man was taken to an area hospital and is in stable condition. The officers involved are now on critical incident leave as the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension investigates. Police also say "multiple area police agencies" assisted them at the scene. This story will be updated.
Yahoo
01-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
14 affordable outdoor and patio essentials that'll transform your backyard for summer: Side tables, patio lights and more
Giving your backyard a makeover doesn't have to be a major project — or a major expense, either. Sometimes, it's the small changes (or a good deep clean) that can make the biggest difference. The goal here isn't to completely overhaul the area — it's to create an outdoor space that feels welcoming without spending beyond your budget. With a few affordable upgrades, your backyard can go from "meh" to a fantastic hosting space for summer. Whether that means switching up the lighting, adding some extra shade or finally tidying up those corners you've been ignoring, we've rounded up 14 products to help you do just that. The best part? They're all under $200. A table and a cooler? Yes, please. This dual-function side table is the perfect addition to backyards that see plenty of summer BBQs and hang outs. All you have to do is fill it with ice (and your favourite beverages). Keep your pathways illuminated with this set of eight solar lights. They'll automatically turn on at dusk and off at dawn, so all you have to do is stake them into the ground. This chainsaw is compact, lightweight and cordless, which will make it a little easier to prune trees, cut firewood or get your next DIY project done. It comes with a pair of work gloves and safety goggles to keep dust and wood chips out of your eyes. Whether you want to hide unsightly trash bins, an AC unit or create an area for privacy, this slatted screen ought to do the trick. If you want to make it look even better, get some climbing plants like clematis or honeysuckle and have them grow up and along it. Keep your backyard in tip-top shape by plucking your weeds with this puller tool. It's extra long, so you won't have to bend over to get all the way to the root. Interlocking deck tiles are a great way to give your deck a mini makeover without busting out the power tools. Just snap the joints together and voilà! You've got yourself a brand new patio floor. They're waterproof and can be cut to cover curved edges or oddly-shaped areas. This set comes with 10 tiles. Keep your garden hose tangle-free with this hideaway pot. More affordable (and a lot cuter) than your typical hose box, you can keep your hose hidden, coiled up and ready for everyday use. Here's a set of four tabletop citronella torches to keep the mosquitos at bay, not to mention add a little romantic ambiance to your backyard in the evening. One reviewer says they're 'easy to fill,' while another appreciates that they 'hold enough fluid to last many hours.' Give your garden beds a refresh with this lawn edging tool. It'll help you create clean, crisp borders, which will make your yard look professionally maintained (even if it isn't). Whether your backyard is south-facing or not, it never hurts to have a designated area for shade in the summer months. It's also waterproof, so it can provide some rain coverage too. It comes with everything you need to set it up, including carabiners, ropes and a carrying bag to store it in. Sometimes, all it takes is a little elbow grease (or a pressure washer) to bring some life back to outdoor spaces. You can use this thing to blast away dirt, grime and mildew from patios, decks, fences and even some furniture sets. Turn your lawn into a lush, grassy oasis with this travelling sprinkler. With adjustable diameter coverage, automatic shut-off and three speeds, you'll never forget to water your garden again. Declutter your back patio with a stylish wood storage box. You can use it to stash pillows, toys, gardening tools — you name it. Throw a few outdoor pillows on top and it can be used as extra seating, too. Here's a pair of semi-sheer curtains that'll provide a little privacy (and romantic vibes) to your porch or deck. It'll change the entire feel of your space, as well as provide a little protection from the sun. Curtain rods are sold separately.
