ST. PAUL, MN – Last night, Minnesota DNR Conservation Officer Eugene Wynn died in the line of duty while executing a search and rescue mission on Cross Lake near Pine City. The following is a statement from Governor Tim Walz.

“As a first responder, peace officer, and protector of Minnesota’s natural resources, Officer Eugene Wynn dedicated his life to keeping Minnesotans safe and making our state a better place to live,” said Governor Walz. “Gwen and I send our deepest sympathies to his family and on behalf of the State of Minnesota, we thank him for his many years of selfless service.”