Buffalo Police Department, Minnesota

10/12/2026

Here are a couple fun short videos as well. We like the one of the Chief getting dunked.

10/12/2026

Thank You for Joining Us at the Buffalo Police Department Open House!

Thank you to everyone who came out on Saturday to visit the Buffalo Police Department Open House! We appreciate the opportunity to connect with our community, answer questions, and give residents a closer look at the work our officers do every day.

Our officers always enjoy getting out, meeting residents, and building the strong relationships that help make Buffalo a great place to live.

Thanks for stopping by and helping make the event a success.

Thank you to Emily Jacobson for taking these photos😎

10/10/2026

Come on down! 🚓

10/06/2026

Don't forget, the Buffalo Police Department Open House is this Saturday, October 10th from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

09/29/2026

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09/28/2026

UPDATE 5:57 PM on 9/28/26

The NTSB and FAA wrapped up their "onsite" investigation and removed the aircraft from the taxiway at Buffalo Municipal Airport. Buffalo MN Fire Department finished their cleanup of the site so normal airport operations have resumed while the NTSB and FAA investigation will continue.

Media inquiries regarding the investigation should be directed to the NTSB at [email protected] or the FAA at [email protected].

September 28, 2026 3:10 PM Release.

At approximately 4:10 p.m. on Sunday, September 27, 2026, Buffalo Fire and Police Departments responded to a report of an aircraft crash at the Buffalo Municipal Airport, 1309 County Road 134.

There were two adult male occupants in the aircraft.

The Buffalo Police Department is releasing the identities of those involved:

Mikael Rovala, 39, of Kalispell, Montana, was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Aaron Johnson, 40, of Gillette, Wyoming, was transported from the scene in critical condition.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) are investigating the crash. Media inquiries regarding the investigation should be directed to the NTSB at [email protected] or the FAA at [email protected].

The Buffalo Municipal Airport remains closed while the investigation continues.

09/27/2026

At approximately 4:10 PM on 09/27/2026, Buffalo Fire and Police Departments responded to report of an incident involving an aircraft at the Buffalo Municipal Airport, 1309 County Road 134. All inquiries regarding the incident are currently being referred to the Federal Aviation Administration.

**09/27/2026 Update regarding the incident at the Buffalo Municipal Airport.

There were two adult male occupants in the aircraft that crashed on 09/27/2026. One was taken from the scene in critical condition, the other was pronounced deceased. Further information is not being released at this time, pending family notifications and further investigation by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). We are directing inquiries for the FAA to [email protected].

09/22/2026

09/22/2026

Officer Olson was recognized by the MN Office of Traffic Safety for his efforts with DWI enforcement. Congratulations Officer Olson, and thank you for keeping the streets of Buffalo, MN safe!

06/18/2026

BPD was fortunate to be able to participate in the Special Olympics Final Leg Torch Run. The event is a great tradition for us and it’s for a great cause.

Did you know MN is hosting the 2026 USA Special Olympics games?!