Tracy Schools Locked Down During Search for Armed Suspect

Issue #245

18 Apr

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🗞️ Tracy Schools Locked Down During Search for Armed Suspect

🗞️ Detour Coming for Highway 23 as Bridge Project Kicks Off

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Tracy Schools Locked Down During Search for Armed Suspect

A man from Marshall was taken into custody Tuesday afternoon following threats that led to a lockdown of multiple schools in Tracy and a large-scale law enforcement response.

The Tracy Police Department received a report around 4 PM on April 15 regarding public threats involving a firearm.

When the suspect, identified as 25-year-old Alec Joseph Jahn, was not immediately located, officers from several agencies joined the search effort.

As a safety measure, Tracy Elementary School, Tracy Kids World, and Tracy High School were placed on lockdown.

Jahn was eventually found hiding in a wooded area just north of Tracy High School and was arrested without resistance. Authorities recovered a handgun at the scene.

Multiple agencies assisted in the response, including sheriff’s offices from Lyon, Lincoln, Redwood, and Murray counties, as well as police departments from Walnut Grove and Lamberton.

The Minnesota State Patrol and Department of Natural Resources were also involved.

The following day, Jahn appeared in Lyon County District Court facing charges of making terroristic threats and carrying a pistol without a permit.

Bail was set at $50,000 without conditions or $20,000 with conditions. His next court appearance is scheduled for April 29.

Detour Coming for Highway 23 as Bridge Project Kicks Off

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While reconstruction on College Drive is set to begin soon, it’s not the only roadwork scheduled for the Marshall area in May.

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) is also planning a resurfacing project for two bridges near Green Valley, which will require a detour for drivers.

At an open house held in Marshall on Wednesday, MnDOT shared details about the upcoming work. The project involves updating the surface, approach panels, and guardrails on two Highway 23 bridges that cross the Redwood River and Threemile Creek.

These bridges are located just over four and six miles north of Highway 19 in Marshall.

As part of the project, MnDOT will remove the existing asphalt overlay on the bridge decks and make necessary repairs to the underlying concrete. The new surface will consist of concrete decks.

Both bridges are over 40 years old, and the improvements aim to extend their lifespan and enhance safety.

According to MnDOT, Highway 23 will be closed between Marshall and Cottonwood starting around May 12.

During construction, traffic will be detoured via Highway 19 and Lyon County Road 9. The project is expected to be completed by August.

Upcoming Area Events

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Friday, April 18th

  • Glo-Wild Egg Hunt at location TBD from 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

  • Easter Egg & Bunny Scavenger Hunt at the Marshall Lyon County Museum from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

  • Good Friday Worship at First Lutheran in Marshall (livestream available) at 7:00 PM

  • Lynd Fire Department Fish Fry at Lynd Public School from 5:00 - 8:00 PM

    • Free Will Donation

    • All you can eat (or until gone)

    • Featuring Fish, Baked Potato, Coleslaw, Dinner Roll, Pop & Juice

    • Proceeds benefit Lynd Fire Relief Association to help offset the cost of repairs, equipment & training.

Saturday, April 19th

  • Easter Egg Swim at the YMCA in Marshall at 9:30 AM

    • Sign up for just $5

  • Wood Lake Easter Egg Hunt at Freedom Park (weather permitting) starting at 10:00 AM for children 2-7

    • Bring your basket to collect eggs

  • Easter Egg & Bunny Scavenger Hunt at the Marshall Lyon County Museum from 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Sunday, April 20th

  • Easter Sunday Worship at First Lutheran in Marshall at 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. Both services include Holy Communion (livestream available at 9:30 AM).

Friday, April 25th
Saturday, April 26th
Tuesday, April 29th

  • Hope Harbor's Dessert Frenzy at 5:30 P.M. in the Upper Room in Marshall

    • Enjoy a night of fellowship, music, stories, appetizers and delicious gourmet desserts in support of Hope Harbor.

    • There is not cost to register for this fundraising event. During the program and entertainment, we'll ask that you consider a monetary donation to Hope Harbor.

    • Registration is required to ensure seating.

    • Adults only event.

    • Your support will make a difference in the lives of the families Hope Harbor serves.

    • Register here: https://www.cognitoforms.com/HopeHarbor1/DessertFrenzy

Wednesday, April 30th and Thursday, May 1st

  • GIVEAWAY Garage Sale on the parking lot at First Lutheran in Marshall from 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    • 100 Church Street Marshall

    • This is a GIVEAWAY, FREE garage sale. All items will be unmarked.

    • We ask that people take only what they need and can use.

    • If you wish to make a donation, they will be accepted for Shetek Lutheran Bible Camp.

Monday, May 5th

  • Marshall Area Cancer Support Group Meetings at Living Word Lutheran Church in Marshall at 6:00 PM

    • For patients, survivors, and caregivers looking for support

Wednesday, May 7th (first Wednesday of every month)

  • Dementia Caregiver Support Group from 10:00 - 11:30 AM at Adult Community Center in Marshall

    • Open to everyone, come when you can, no cost or obligation to attend, refreshments available

    • For questions contact Jane Nelson Como (507) 829-1143

Thursday, May 8th - Saturday, May 10th

  • Spring 2025 Rummage Sale in Cottonwood

Saturday, May 10th
Saturday, May 17th

  • Made in Minnesota Craft Beer & Wine Festival at the Red Baron Arena in Marshall from 3:00 - 6:00 PM

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