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3 arrested in connection with fire at former Eagan middle school
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Kyle Brown , as published by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway For more information, readers can consult the original report from KSTP 5 Eyewitness News.
A fire broke out at the former Metcalf Middle School in Eagan on Wednesday night. Eagan police were in the area and noticed a broken window and smoke coming from the building. The officers were patrolling near the school, located on Diffley Road, when they made the discovery.
As a result of their investigation, three people were arrested in connection with the fire. Further details about the incident and the arrests are available from Eagan police, including comments from Sgt. Dave Streefland.
For more information, readers can consult the original report from KSTP 5 Eyewitness News.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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