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Officer Shot in St. Peter, Shelter-in-Place Lifted

Investigators remain on site as state agents process the scene, with residents asked to avoid the area.

Overview

  • An on-duty St. Peter officer was shot during a law-enforcement incident on the 2100 block of Bunker Lane and was taken to a medical facility.
  • Authorities issued a shelter-in-place for the Washington Terrace neighborhood that was later lifted after officials declared the scene secured.
  • The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is investigating, and agents remained at the scene while police advised residents to stay clear during the probe.
  • The officer's union said he was shot in an arm and is expected to recover, but officials have not released the officer's name or provided a medical update.
  • Neighbors said they were relieved not to be home and expressed concern for safety, and authorities said they will release more details after the preliminary investigation is complete.