Off-Duty Hennepin Deputy Charged in Albertville Assault

Jared Kenneth Sprunk faces felony criminal sexual conduct charges after alleged incident at a friend's home.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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A 33-year-old Hennepin County sheriff's deputy has been charged with third- and fifth-degree criminal sexual conduct after an alleged sexual assault in Albertville, Minnesota. Jared Kenneth Sprunk was arrested on March 1 and booked into the Wright County Jail on $50,000 bail. The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office has placed Sprunk on administrative leave while the case moves through the Wright County courts.

Why it matters

This case highlights the serious allegations against a law enforcement officer and the potential consequences for misconduct, even when off-duty. It also raises questions about alcohol use, consent, and the power dynamics involved when a deputy is accused of assaulting a civilian.

The details

According to a criminal complaint, Sprunk joined the victim and her friends at a bar in Albertville, where they spent the night drinking and dancing. The victim later invited Sprunk back to a friend's house, where the two allegedly kept drinking until the woman asked Sprunk to leave after he began making unwanted advances. The complaint states that Sprunk then became forceful and raped the woman around 2:45 a.m.

  • The alleged incident occurred early Sunday morning, March 1, 2026.
  • Sprunk was arrested on March 1, 2026 and booked into the Wright County Jail.

The players

Jared Kenneth Sprunk

A 33-year-old Hennepin County sheriff's deputy who has been charged with third- and fifth-degree criminal sexual conduct.

Hennepin County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency that has placed Sprunk on administrative leave while the case moves through the courts.

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What’s next

The case remains in Wright County District Court and will proceed through the county's criminal process. Prosecutors will review the complaint, and court dates will be set by the clerk's office.

The takeaway

This case highlights the serious allegations against a law enforcement officer and the potential consequences for misconduct, even when off-duty. It also raises important questions about the dynamics of power, consent, and the responsibility of those in positions of authority.