Duluth Police Arrest Suspect in Robbery

Man accused of brandishing knife, fleeing on bicycle

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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Duluth Police arrested a man on suspicion of robbery after he allegedly brandished a knife at employees during a shoplifting incident at a local business. The suspect was later found and taken into custody, and is now facing several charges including 1st Degree Robbery, Possession of a Prohibited Weapon, Fleeing on Foot, and Felony 5th Degree Possession of Controlled Substances.

Why it matters

Robberies involving weapons can pose a serious threat to public safety, and this incident highlights the need for vigilance and effective law enforcement response in the Duluth community. The suspect's alleged possession of fentanyl also raises concerns about the ongoing opioid crisis.

The details

According to the Duluth Police Department, officers responded to a reported shoplifting at a business on Superior Street around 11 a.m. on February 25. The suspect allegedly brandished a knife at employees before fleeing the scene on a bicycle. Police later located the suspect in the 300 block of East 1st Street and took him into custody, though he was reportedly uncooperative. The suspect was found to be in possession of a knife and fentanyl.

  • On February 25, 2026, around 11 a.m., police responded to a reported shoplifting incident.
  • Later that day, police located and arrested the suspect in the 300 block of East 1st Street.

The players

Duluth Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to and investigated the reported robbery incident.

Unnamed Suspect

A man accused of committing robbery, brandishing a knife, and possessing fentanyl, who was arrested by the Duluth Police Department.

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What’s next

The suspect is currently being held at the St. Louis County Jail and is awaiting formal charges.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the importance of effective law enforcement response and community vigilance in addressing public safety concerns, particularly those involving weapons and controlled substances.