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Minnesota Trooper Charged with Manslaughter in Fatal High-Speed Crash

Trooper Shane Roper faces multiple charges after a collision killed an 18-year-old and injured five others during a pursuit in Rochester.

  • Shane Roper was driving 83 mph in a 40 mph zone without emergency lights or siren activated.
  • The crash killed Olivia Flores, an 18-year-old high school student, and injured five others.
  • Roper has a history of high-speed incidents and previous collisions due to inattentive driving.
  • The incident occurred while Roper was pursuing a vehicle for a minor traffic offense.
  • Roper remains on paid leave as the investigation continues.
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