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CBS News
4 days ago
- CBS News
Authorities search Elk River landfill in disappearance of Jordan "Manny" Collins Jr.
An apartment building where Manny lived with his father is now marked as a crime scene An apartment building where Manny lived with his father is now marked as a crime scene An apartment building where Manny lived with his father is now marked as a crime scene A search involving multiple agencies is being conducted Friday north of the Twin Cities in the disappearance of 16-year-old Jordan Dupree Collins Jr., who went missing last month. According to the Anoka County Sheriff's Office, the search is being conducted at the Waste Management Landfill in Elk River. The search is in connection to Jordan Dupree Collins Jr., who went missing last month. Authorities believe Collins' disappearance was "against his will" and a person of interest was identified, but no arrests have been announced. Jordan Dupree Collins Ashley Berry/Minnesota BCA In a press conference held in late May with Collins' family, Anoka County Sheriff Brad Wise says he doesn't think this is a case of a teenager running away. Collins — who is commonly known by the nickname, Manny — was last seen on May 8 near the 4900 block of University Avenue Northeast. An apartment building near the intersection is now under investigation. Ashley Berry, Collins' mother, says her son has lived at the building with his father since mid-April, with plans to return to her in June. Investigators have spoken with Collins' father multiple times. Wise didn't identify the person of interest on Wednesday, but noted no one is in custody and no criminal charges have been filed. Agencies involved in the search include the Columbia Heights Police Department, Anoka County Sheriff's Office, Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension and Federal Bureau of Investigation. NOTE: Video is from May 29, 2025.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Yahoo
Elk River nonprofit founder fights for life after motorcycle crash
The Brief An Elk River nonprofit founder is fighting for his life after a motorcycle accident in Elk River. Chris Grabrick suffered a brain bleed, a cracked skull, and a large hematoma on his forehead. The accident happened on May 9 around 8 at night on Highway 169. It's unknown what caused the crash. (FOX 9) - A well-known good Samaritan from Elk River is fighting for his life after a motorcycle accident in Elk River. The Minnesota State Patrol says it happened on Highway 169 in Elk River on May 9 at 8 at night. What we know Chris Grabrick's best friend says he's in the ICU. John Zerwas has been going to the hospital to talk to Chris every day in the hopes it will help with his recovery. "It actually, it destroys me inside, because he is just like a brother to me," said Zerwas. Right now it's unknown what caused the crash. "We've gotten to the different the scene and checked it out and seen what everything was like. But it doesn't really show you much. Just shows that he, you know, he went down," said Zerwas. What they're saying "The guy's got a heart the size of a watermelon. You know what I mean? Like, he's, he would give his shirt off his back, literally, I've watched him do it," said Zerwas. Grabrick suffered a brain bleed, a cracked skull, and a large hematoma on his forehead. He's been sedated to aid his recovery. The husband and father of three founded Hoodlum, a nonprofit that helps others in need. It helps get people back on their feet. That includes Christmas gifts for kids if a parent is ill. Now he is the one in need. His best friend Zerwas details a time when Chris gave someone money who couldn't buy food. "Chris was like, really? And he just pulls out $100 bill out of his pocket, and he goes, you know what? Here you go. Have a good time," said Zerwas. "It brought tears to my eyes. This kid was so happy to receive something like that," Zerwas added. What you can do The nonprofit Hoodlum also had a car show and fundraiser for Chris on Saturday. They raised more than $1,000 for Chris and $8,000 for the nonprofit. More than 1200 people showed up. You can track Grabrick's situation on his CaringBridge page. A GoFundMe has also been set up to support the family.
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Elk River motorcyclist sent to hospital after Sherburne County accident
A 47-year-old Elk River man was sent to Mercy Hospital Friday evening. The Minnesota State Patrol responded to a motorcycle accident shortly before 8 p.m. May 9 at Minnesota Highway 169 near milepost 162 in Elk River, according to a release. The motorcyclist was driving south. More: St. Cloud man arrested for wholesale cannabis after advertising sales on social media Elk River fire and ambulance services assisted at the scene, according to a Minnesota State Patrol report. The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet and was reportedly taken to Mercy Hospital for non-life threatening injuries, the MSP report states. No other vehicles or persons were involved in the accident. This article originally appeared on St. Cloud Times: Minnesota motorcyclist hospitalized after Elk River accident
