05/06/2026
Itasca County Sheriff’s Office Responds to Officer-Involved Shooting in Max, Minnesota
Max, MN — The Itasca County Sheriff’s Office was on a call on Monday, May 4, 2026, in Max, Minnesota, that resulted in an officer-involved shooting.
During the incident, an Itasca County deputy sustained injuries and was transported for medical care. The extent of the deputy’s injuries is not being released at this time.
The suspect involved in the incident is in custody. There is no ongoing threat to the public.
Per standard protocol, the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) has been requested and will be conducting the investigation into the incident. The Itasca County Sheriff’s Office is fully cooperating with the BCA.
We ask the community to keep this Itasca County deputy, his family, Itasca County Sheriff's Office and all first responders who attended in your thoughts and prayers.