John Sherwin

Faribault Police Chief John Sherwin reported Daniel Ryan Torkelson, 52, was airlifted to Rochester. His injuries were described as significant but non-life threatening.

Faribault Police Chief John Sherwin commented, “The Faribault Police Department is committed to an impartial and transparent investigation as we send our condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased."

Word is the City of Northfield wants to play Rice County because they were victorious over the City of Faribault.

The Council also unanimously approved authorizing a study and imposing a moratorium on the operation of Cannabis Businesses within the City of Faribault.

Darnell Kenshaun Conley, age 24, of Faribault was taken into custody after a traffic stop in the 300 block of 7th Street NW. Police say Conley, "Could face charges of 2nd degree assault with a firearm."

The Faribault Police Chief commented, "I am grateful for the quick action of the citizen who intervened, placing themselves at risk and protecting the store clerks from the assaultive suspect. While we always encourage citizens to act with caution when witnessing a crime of violence, we are incredibly appreciative when individuals go above and beyond in their civic duty."

In his News Release Sherwin states,"Officers and Detectives did an excellent job of recognizing the potential hazards presented to them during this incident and summoning the necessary resources to Faribault."

You will need your vehicle's VIN (Vehicle Identification Number), Minnesota license plate number, year, make and model of your vehicle to register your kit.

The Cannon River Drug and Violent Offender Task Force assisted Faribault Police and is continuing to investigate this case.

The Faribault Police Chief was proud of the way officers handled both situations. Displaying empathy toward the despondent young man on the viaduct and assuring the youngsters on 7th Street everything was okay with the teddy bear gifts.