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The Washington County Attorney’s Office has received the investigative file compiled by the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension reviewing the use of force, fatal incident, in North Branch last June.  Jaimie Ann Crabtree, 36, was the subject of a call to 9-1-1 reporting that she was armed and in the street in downtown North Branch about 9 p.m. and possibly posing a danger to herself or community.  

Two North Branch officers responded and there was a confrontation with the subject. She was shot, and perished soon after.  One officer reportedly used a firearm with less-lethal ammunition and the second officer reportedly fired his duty rifle. 

The BCA findings were received October 2, according to Washington County spokesperson Laura Perkins.  The matter remains under review for the potential of pressing any charges against the officers involved.  

Washington County is responsible for the charging decisions to avoid any conflict of interest.

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