Aaron Schlossin Indicted for First-Degree Murder of Mother in Prior Lake

A Scott County Grand Jury has indicted Aaron Schlossin on two counts of first-degree murder following the brutal slaying of his mother, Diana Kaiser. The indictment, announced on April 14, 2026, marks a significant escalation in the legal proceedings surrounding the 2025 death of the 67-year-old woman in her Prior Lake home.

Details of the Investigation and Discovery

The investigation began on April 27, 2025, when Prior Lake police officers conducted a welfare check at the residence shared by Schlossin and Kaiser. The check was prompted by a caller who reported not seeing the resident for several days.

Upon arrival, officers observed what appeared to be a leg protruding from a pile of blankets on a bedroom floor through a window. After forcing entry, police discovered the body of Diana Kaiser. According to official reports from Scott County, Ms. Kaiser had suffered significant blunt force trauma to her head and face.

Evidence at the Scene

Investigators found a scene characterized by extensive blood spatter on the walls, ceiling, and windowsill. A critical piece of evidence—a pair of bloody jeans—was found lying directly on top of the victim’s body. Inside the pocket of those jeans, police recovered Aaron Schlossin’s wallet and identification.

court documents noted the presence of a white-yellow powder throughout the home and the bedroom where the body was discovered.

Witness Accounts and Behavioral Evidence

The case is supported by testimonies from neighbors and witnesses. One witness reported seeing Schlossin exit the home around 8 p.m. On April 24, 2025. The witness described Schlossin as appearing “very high and out of it” and observed him using “whippits” before asking for a cigarette and returning inside.

Another neighbor told investigators they heard a woman screaming and a man yelling on the evening of the murder, stating that the sounds were consistent with someone being murdered.

Legal Proceedings and Official Statements

Scott County Attorney Ron Hocevar emphasized the severity of the crime, describing the act of matricide as “completely unfathomable” and “heinous.” Hocevar stated that his office will seek the “severest justice that the state of Minnesota allows.”

Prior Lake Police Chief Liam Duggan expressed condolences to the surviving family members, noting the unique trauma of having a sibling accused of killing their mother.

Additional Charges

Beyond the murder of his mother, Schlossin was accused of another crime occurring one day after the slaying. He is alleged to have forced his way into another woman’s home and groped her until she was able to fight him off.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the specific charges against Aaron Schlossin?

Schlossin faces two counts of first-degree murder: one for premeditated murder and one for murder while committing criminal sexual conduct.

How was the victim discovered?

Prior Lake police discovered Diana Kaiser’s body during a welfare check after a neighbor reported she had not been seen for several days.

What evidence linked Aaron Schlossin to the crime?

The primary evidence includes a pair of bloody jeans found on the victim’s body containing Schlossin’s wallet and ID, as well as witness testimony regarding his behavior on the night of the murder.

The case now moves toward trial as the state of Minnesota seeks a conviction for these first-degree murder charges.