Red Wing Man Trump Store Damage

The Red Wing Police Department received a complaint of a male screaming, swearing, yelling at staff, acting irate, and damaging property at the Trump Store located at 1320 Old West Main St. in Red Wing last Tuesday, September 24. 

When an Officer arrived, they were advised the suspect damaged a flag, threw a piece of metal from the flag in the parking lot, and was swearing and yelling at the staff and then drove away.

The suspect was later identified as 31-year old Broderick Watson of Red Wing. 

Watson is also a suspect in an additional theft of signs. Watson was issued a citation for misdemeanor property damage and is being issued a formal trespass order from the store. 

The City of Red Wing has also received complaints about political signs containing profanity on private property.

Although community members may find it offensive or morally wrong, the Supreme Court has noted the language is most likely protected speech under the First Amendment.