Goodhue County Sheriff's Office

09/10/2026

Sheriff's Snapshot - August 16-31

Deputies handled 692 calls for service and participated in 26 community engagement events.
There were 58 ADC jail bookings.
In August, the PSAP (Dispatch/911) handled a total of 6,762 calls, averaging about 218 calls per day. Of those, 1,223 were 911 calls, averaging about 39 calls per day.

Below are notable calls for service. All identifying information and location references have been removed.

• Shooting Complaint: Deputies investigated a report of more than 10 shots being fired while a vehicle was seen leaving and returning to the area.
• Domestic with a Knife: Deputies assisted another agency with a domestic incident involving a knife. A suspect fled on foot and was taken into custody.
• Gas Leak / Evacuation: Deputies assisted fire personnel after a gas line was struck and helped evacuate surrounding residences.
• Domestic Assault: Suspect arrested for domestic assault and transported to the Adult Detention Center.
• Mental Health / Self-Harm Crisis: Deputies responded to a juvenile experiencing thoughts of self-harm. The juvenile was transported to a hospital for care.
• Internet Crime: Deputies investigated an incident involving an AI-generated explicit image of a juvenile being used to threaten the victim online.
• Accidental Fi***rm Discharge: Deputies investigated an accidental sh***un discharge inside a residence. The round struck the floor and no injuries were reported.
• Felony Domestic Incident: Deputies established probable cause for a felony domestic-related arrest and issued a KOPS alert for the suspect.
• DANCO Violation: Deputies investigated a violation involving a glass container being thrown and causing an injury. A felony KOPS alert was issued, and a suspect was later arrested.
• Fatal Recreational Vehicle Crash: Deputies responded to a side-by-side rollover that resulted in fatality.
• Personal Injury Motorcycle Crash: Two people were transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries following a motorcycle crash.
• Missing Person: Deputies responded to a report of a missing woman experiencing emerging dementia-related concerns and significant recent stress.

DWI / DUI Incidents:
• Driver arrested for 3rd degree DWI following a four-wheeler rollover.

The top high-speed enforcements – citations issued:
• 95 mph in a 65 — Minneola township
• 85 mph in a 55 — Welch township
• 84 mph in a 65 — Wanamingo township
• 84 mph in a 65 — Pine Island
• 83 mph in a 55 — Warsaw township
• 82 mph in a 60 — Florence township
• 80 mph in a 55 — Welch township
• 79 mph in a 55 — Belvidere township
• 79 mph in a 55 — RW South Area
• 77 mph in a 55 — Leon township
• 74 mph in a 55 — Florence township
• 74 mph in a 55 — Pine Island/Olmsted County
• 74 mph in a 55 — Belle Creek township
• 74 mph in a 55 — Featherstone township
• 74 mph in a 55 — Belvidere township

09/08/2026

🚨 Join Our Team – We're Hiring! 🚨

The Goodhue County Sheriff's Office is looking for motivated, professional individuals who are ready to serve their community as a Detention Deputy.

As a Detention Deputy, you'll play a vital role in maintaining the safety and security of our ADC while treating those in our custody with professionalism, respect, and integrity. Every day brings new challenges and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

📢 Apply today and become part of a team committed to service, integrity, and excellence. Please visit: https://goodhuecountymn.gov/employment/.

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09/05/2026

09/02/2026

Goodhue County Warrants. To see a full list of our warrants, please go to: https://goodhuecountymn.gov/files/sheriff/warrant_list.html

To see our jail roster, please go to:https://goodhuecountymn.gov/files/sheriff/jail_roster.pdf

Tipline: 651-267-2624

09/01/2026

🎒📚 Welcome Back Students! 📚🎒
The Goodhue County Sheriff’s Office would like to wish all our students, teachers, and staff, an exciting, fun, and safe first day of school! 🏫🍎

School Resource Officers, Pierre and Cody, are especially excited to welcome students back to Pine Island and Zumbrota-Mazeppa Schools! Pierre and Cody will be there to greet and engage with students and help kick off the new school year on a positive note! 👋Our SROs are proud to build relationships with students and be a familiar, friendly presence in our schools throughout the year.

Welcome back, everyone! We’re glad to have you back in the halls! Have a great school year! 💙👮‍♂️

08/28/2026

A New Patch for Our Deputies

Soon, you’ll begin seeing our newest patch design on our deputies throughout the community.

Over the years, our patch has evolved. The first patch we have discovered dates back to the early 1970s; prior to that, we have found no evidence of a patch being used.

In the early 1980s, the familiar patch shaped like Goodhue County was introduced. The next design was implemented sometime in the early to mid-1990s and remained in use until 2016, when another new design was introduced.

Now, we’re excited to introduce our newest patch design, which highlights an iconic view of the Mississippi River Valley from Frontenac State Park. This patch was a result of our staff's participation in the design process.

We hope you like it as much as we do! We’re proud to wear a patch that reflects the history, beauty, and character of Goodhue County.

08/22/2026

Sheriff's Snapshot - August 1–15, 2026
Total Calls for Service: 647
Total Community Engagement Events: 29
Total ADC Bookings: 58

Below are notable calls for service. All identifying information has been removed and only general location areas are listed.
• Weapons Complaint: A boat operator allegedly displayed a fi***rm and threatened two people during a confrontation near a dock.
• Threats: A caller reported recorded threats to kill her and another person, along with threats of self-harm.
• Suspicious Activity: A group of teenagers allegedly attempted to force open a locked residence. Three juveniles were located and cited for curfew violations, with one also cited for underage consumption.
• Fraud: A victim wired $10,000 for a vehicle and lost contact with the purported seller.
• Sexual Assault: Deputies investigated a reported sexual assault.
• Burglary: A utility vehicle was stolen from a garage. Through further investigation, a suspect was identified and later apprehended with the stolen utility vehicle. The suspect resisted arrest and was taken into custody.
• Burglary: Deputies discovered forced entry during an alarm call. The suspect had fled before deputies arrived, and an investigator responded.
• Domestic Assault: A suspect was arrested after allegedly striking a woman in the face.
• Shooting Complaint: People recreating on a river reported numerous gunshots coming near them and striking the water. Deputies located a group target shooting and stopped the activity.
• Identity Theft/Fraud: A victim’s identity and Social Security number were allegedly used in an attempt to fraudulently sell their property.
• Scam: A victim reported losing $2,000 in a scam.

DWI / DUI Incidents
• DWI: One person was arrested following a reported disturbance involving an intoxicated individual and a vehicle.

The Top High Speed Enforcements – citations issued:
• 93 mph in a 55 — Warsaw Twp
• 86 mph in a 55 — Leon Twp
• 85 mph in a 65 — Wanamingo Twp
• 83 mph in a 60 — Wacouta Twp
• 83 mph in a 65 — Minneola Twp
• 77 mph in a 55 — Goodhue Twp
• 76 mph in a 60 — Kenyon Twp
• 74 mph in a 55 — Welch Twp
• 73 mph in a 50 — Upper Burnside

08/21/2026

Last week the Goodhue County Sheriff's Office attended the Goodhue County fair. Staff enjoyed the opportunity to interact with residents and community members.

Sheriff Kelly had the tremendous honor of talking with Donald Rolf who is a remarkable 100-year-old World War II veteran. One hundred years of life is an extraordinary milestone. A lifetime that includes serving our country during World War II is something truly special. His courage, sacrifice, and dedication helped protect the freedoms we enjoy today.

We are deeply grateful for his service, his sacrifice, and the example he has set for generations to come. Thank you, Donald!

The Sheriff also enjoyed spending time with Wanamingo royalty, Joe and Marcia Goplen. We hope everyone enjoyed the fair, and we are looking forward to doing it all again next year!