Two Arrested Following Robbery at Burnsville Cub Foods
BURNSVILLE, MINNESOTA - Two individuals were arrested on November 20, 2024, in connection with an alleged “armed” robbery at a Cub Foods grocery store in Burnsville. Daniel Joseph Iverson, 23, of Medford, and Nyagun Ter Gach, 25, of St. Cloud, face felony charges related to the incident.
Details of the Incident
Burnsville police were dispatched to the grocery store at approximately 9:58 p.m. after receiving a report of a robbery in progress. A store manager informed authorities that a man had allegedly threatened a cashier, claiming he had a gun, and demanded money be added to gift cards. The suspect was described as a white male with a ginger beard, face tattoos, and wearing a distinctive red, white, and blue jacket. He fled the scene on foot toward the nearby Orange Line bus station.
Officers quickly located a man matching the suspect's description onboard a bus near the scene. The man, later identified as Daniel Iverson, had discarded his jacket, which was recovered under a seat. He was accompanied by Nyagun Gach, who initially was not identified as a suspect. During a search, officers allegedly found a note in Iverson's pocket containing robbery instructions, including a demand for gift cards to be loaded with $850 each. Additional similar notes were allegedly found in a duffle bag associated with him. Gift cards matching those from the robbery were allegedly eventually discovered in Gach’s possession.
Video Evidence and Statements
According to the criminal complaint from the Dakota County Attorney’s Office, store surveillance footage provided critical insights into the events leading up to the robbery. Iverson was allegedly seen entering the grocery store at 9:44 p.m., engaging with a cashier at Register 14. Throughout the interaction, he appeared to have one hand in his pocket, allegedly suggesting he may have been concealing a weapon. At approximately 9:54 p.m., Iverson allegedly fled the register and exited through the west doors. Meanwhile, Gach was allegedly observed in the store's west entrance vestibule, alternating between looking into the store and outside. Her behavior allegedly included entering and exiting the vestibule twice while Iverson was inside, which investigators believe allegedly indicated she was serving as a lookout.
Footage from the Orange Line bus allegedly showed the pair boarding shortly after leaving the grocery store. Iverson initially sat near the middle of the bus but moved to the back row with Gach as police arrived. The video allegedly revealed Iverson handing Gach several gold-colored items, later identified as stolen gift cards, which she allegedly attempted to hide beneath a blanket. Additionally, Iverson was allegedly seen giving Gach a crossbody bag and removing the distinctive red, white, and blue jacket he wore during the robbery, concealing it beneath a seat.
During questioning, Gach initially declined to provide a statement after being read her Miranda Rights. She later changed her mind, confirming her understanding of her rights and agreeing to speak with officers. Gach allegedly revealed that Iverson, her boyfriend, had been acting strangely and had allegedly performed similar robberies in the past. She described a consistent pattern where Iverson would allegedly enter stores, claim he had a gun, and demand gift cards be loaded with money, instructing her to wait outside as a lookout.
Gach allegedly admitted that on the night of the robbery, Iverson told her they were going to the store to get food. However, he directed her to stay outside while he entered. She explained that she became cold and stepped inside, making eye contact with Iverson just before he ran out of the store. Unaware of what had transpired, she followed him.
On the bus, Gach stated that Iverson allegedly had placed the stolen gift cards into her jacket pocket. She allegedly claimed she initially had no knowledge of the robbery but admitted the pair had committed similar crimes in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and St. Cloud over the past few weeks and months. She allegedly detailed that Iverson consistently used the same method, pretending to have a gun to intimidate store employees.
Charges and Bail
Iverson has been charged with aggravated robbery in the second degree, a felony that carries a maximum penalty of 15 years in prison and a $30,000 fine. Gach faces similar charges after evidence suggested she played an active role in the robbery.
Bail for Iverson has been set at $50,000 without conditions or $40,000 with conditions, requiring $3,000 cash. Gach’s bail is $40,000 without conditions or $15,000 with conditions, requiring $1,500 cash.
We are working to confirm if the duo has been connected to any other alleged thefts across the Twin Cities metro, and will provide a story update as we learn more.
This article provides an overview of the allegations against Gach and Iverson, detailing the charges, evidence, and potential legal outcomes. The community is reminded that charges are allegations, and the defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Further updates on this case will depend on the progress of the legal proceedings.
Written by: Will Wight
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