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Apple Valley Man Charged After Fatal Grapple Crush

8/24/2026

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  • Christopher Boone Crimmins was charged with second-degree manslaughter after crushing a coworker.
  • The Aug. 20, 2026, Apple Valley, Minnesota crash involved Crimmins operating a truck-mounted hydraulic grapple.
  • Tyler Anthony Lynch, 26, was killed when the grapple closed on his head.
  • Bail was set at $40,000 unconditional or $20,000 with conditions.
  • Crimmins faces up to 10 years imprisonment, a $20,000 fine, and a Sept. 10 court appearance.