Crime, Law and Justice

Epstein accuser sues Prince Andrew, citing sex assault at 17
One of Jeffrey Epstein's longtime accusers sued Prince Andrew on Monday, taking accusations that she has repeatedly publicly lodged against him, including that he sexually assaulted her when she was 17, to a formal venue.
Fired St. Paul officer who wounded unarmed Black man won't be charged
A former St. Paul police officer fired for the nonfatal shooting of an unarmed Black man who had been hiding from police last November after allegedly livestreaming a sexual assault will not be criminally charged, authorities said.
MPD officers who killed Dolal Idd cleared of criminal charges
Dakota County attorney Kathy Keena announced Friday that after reviewing the investigation, the officers were justified in using deadly force when they shot and killed 23-year-old Dolal Idd at a south Minneapolis gas station in December 2020. 
Trial for ex-cop in Daunte Wright death won't be broadcast
Judge Regina Chu denied a request to broadcast the proceedings, saying the public and media will have ample space to view the trial in the courtroom and overflow rooms.
Outside investigator to look at Senate harassment case
An outside investigator will look at how DFL leaders responded to a staffer’s allegations she was sexually harassed by another staffer. Some DFL senators have said they’re concerned the complaint was not properly addressed.