Sioux Falls Man Arrested For Armed Robbery

A Sioux Falls man, Shawn Goetsch, has been charged with first-degree robbery after allegedly stealing alcohol from the Hy-Vee on South Minnesota Avenue. Police say Goetsch was confronted by an employee, and in response, he threatened the employee with a knife before fleeing the scene. Fortunately, no one was injured in the incident. Goetsch was arrested on Sunday and is facing serious charges.

By Riley Harrington March 20, 2025 11:43 am

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SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) A Sioux Falls man has been charged with first-degree robbery. According to police, Shawn Goetsch was arrested Sunday after he was caught stealing alcohol from the Hy-Vee on South Minnesota Avenue. When confronted he allegedly threatened an employee with a knife and took off. No one was hurt. For more crime stories from MitchellNow.com, click here.

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