DETROIT LAKES, MN (nomadnews.i234.me) – Nicole Mitchell, a 49-year-old Minnesota State Senator representing Woodbury, has been charged with first-degree burglary in Detroit Lakes. Here are the details of the incident:
- Incident Report: On April 22nd at 4:45 a.m., Detroit Lakes police responded to a report of a break-in at a residence. Upon arrival, they found a female, later identified as Nicole Mitchell, dressed in black clothing and a black hat in the basement.
- Arrest: Mitchell was ordered to the ground and arrested. She allegedly stated to the victim that she was attempting to retrieve some of her deceased father’s belongings from her stepmother’s home.
- Evidence: A modified flashlight covered with a black sock, likely to control light emission, was found near Mitchell. Additionally, a window in the basement’s south wall had a backpack stuck in it, containing laptops, a cell phone, Mitchell’s identification, and miscellaneous items.
- Confession: Mitchell admitted to entering the house through the window to retrieve her father’s belongings, including pictures, a flannel shirt, ashes, and other sentimental items.
- Background: Mitchell mentioned that she had a dispute with her stepmother, who ceased communication, leading to her attempt to retrieve the items.
- Legal Proceedings: Mitchell faces charges of first-degree burglary, which carries a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison.
This case underscores the complexities surrounding familial disputes and legal boundaries.
I’m Neil Berg reporting for nomadnews.i234.me