Thefts of the auto parts, which contain precious metals that can sell for hundreds of dollars or even over $1,000, surged during the pandemic. Minnesota ranks third in the U.S. for thefts.
The family wants the gnome back enough to take out an unusual full-page newspaper ad in the Detroit Lakes Tribune, offering a $100 reward for information “leading to the safe and secure recovery of GnomeGnome.”
The break-in has been called disturbing and disrespectful. One former FBI agent said the acts were bold and brazen, but rare items like the stolen Hickok Belt and MVP award seldom stay hidden forever.
Kandiyohi County officials have reported thefts of road signs since August, mostly in the northeastern part of the county, including the towns of Willmar, New London and Spicer. About three dozen signs and a construction barrel were recovered this week, and the investigation is continuing.
FARGO -- Stephanie J. Knuttila pleaded guilty on Tuesday, Nov. 13, in Cass County District Court to one count of theft by deception for stealing more than $50,000 from the company she worked for in West Fargo.
FARGO -- The former general manager of a Fargo events center was reflective and apologetic as he was sentenced on Monday, Oct. 8, in Cass County District Court on charges of theft."I'm utterly and truly sorry," Richard Howard Pallay III told the ...
Part of the canopy of the Let's Go Fishing pontoon boat has been stolen. Ron Norenberg, chairman of the Headwaters Lakes Area Chapter of the non-profit organization, told the Enterprise that the theft occurred on Aug. 23 in the Ace Hardware parki...
