One Taken into Custody Following a Police Incident Along Exodus Avenue in Farmington
Published: April 4, 2026 | Last Updated: April 4, 2026 at 6:45 PM.
UPDATE - 6:39 PM: One has been taken into custody. We will provide additional updates as we learn more.
ORIGINAL STORY - FARMINGTON, MN: A large law enforcement presence, including SWAT, is currently active in a Farmington neighborhood Saturday evening, April 4, 2026, as officers respond to an ongoing incident tied to an active warrant.
According to the Farmington Police Department, officers are on scene in the 18400 block of Exodus Avenue and are asking the public to avoid the area for safety reasons.
Authorities have confirmed the situation remains active, with multiple agencies assisting. In addition to local officers, law enforcement from surrounding communities, including Burnsville and Eagan, as well as the Minnesota State Patrol, are reportedly on scene. Additional agencies are also on scene.
Road Closures and Safety Advisory
As of Saturday evening:
Exodus Avenue is closed between 184th Street West and Esquire Way
Residents and motorists are being urged to stay clear of the area
Police have established a perimeter while they manage the situation
Barricade Situation Reported
Preliminary information indicates the incident is connected to an active warrant. The individual involved has reportedly barricaded themselves inside a home, prompting the response from SWAT and additional law enforcement resources.
Officials have not yet released further details about the individual or the nature of the warrant.
Ongoing Situation
This remains an active and developing situation.
Limitless Media News will continue to monitor this situation and provide updates as more information becomes available.
