Minnesota State Senator Arrested for Alleged Burglary Over Sentimental Items

Democratic Senator Nicole Mitchell of Minnesota was arrested for allegedly breaking into her stepmother’s home to retrieve items of sentimental value from her late father, including his ashes. According to burglary charges filed on Tuesday, Mitchell, dressed in black and wearing a modified flashlight, entered the home through a basement window. She faces a felony charge of first-degree burglary. The arrest comes amidst the Senate’s Passover break, posing potential challenges for Senate Democrats in passing legislation with a narrow majority.

Minnesota State Senator Nicole Mitchell Arrested on Burglary Suspicion

Minnesota State Senator Nicole Mitchell (D-Woodbury) has been arrested on suspicion of first-degree burglary in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. The incident occurred early Monday morning after a homeowner called 911 reporting an active burglary in progress. Officers responded and arrested Mitchell, who is currently being held in the Becker County Jail. Formal charges against Mitchell are still pending. The arrest comes at a challenging time for Senate Democrats, who hold just a one-seat majority and are facing an upcoming legislative session with only four weeks remaining.

State Senator, Former Meteorologist, Arrested for Burglary

Democratic State Senator Nicole Mitchell has been arrested in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, on suspicion of burglary. The arrest comes at a time when Senate Democrats hold a one-seat majority and are facing a legislative session with four weeks remaining. Mitchell, a former meteorologist, was arrested at the residence of her late father and stepmother.

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