Otter Tail County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Authorities in Otter Tail County have confirmed the arrest of Troy Hunter Jack, 26, on February 3, 2025, for assaulting a peace officer and obstructing law enforcement during an incident.
According to reports, Jack allegedly threw or transferred bodily fluids onto a peace officer, an act classified as fourth-degree assault, a serious felony offense under Minnesota law. Additionally, he is facing a separate charge of obstructing legal process for interfering with law enforcement during the arrest.
Charge Details:
- Assault – Fourth Degree – Peace Officer – Throws/Transfers Bodily Fluids (Minnesota Statute 609.2231.1(c)(2)) (Felony)
- Obstructing Legal Process – Interfering with a Peace Officer (Minnesota Statute 609.50.1(2)) (Misdemeanor)
Legal Consequences:
- Fourth-Degree Assault on a Peace Officer (Felony):
- Up to 3 years in prison,
- Fines up to $6,000, and
- Additional penalties if the act results in injury or exposure to hazardous substances [1].
- Obstructing Legal Process (Misdemeanor):
- Up to 90 days in jail,
- Fines up to $1,000, and
- Possible probation or community service requirements [2].
Minnesota law takes assault against peace officers very seriously, and the intentional act of throwing bodily fluids at law enforcement personnel is considered aggravated assault, leading to enhanced penalties upon conviction.
Jack remains in custody awaiting his District Court hearing, where a judge will determine potential sentencing and fines.
I’m Chris Harper, reporting for trfnews.i234.me.
Inmate Details:
- Name: Troy Hunter Jack
- Gender: Male
- Age: 26
- Booking Date: February 3, 2025
- Jail: Otter Tail County Jail
- Charges:
- Fourth-Degree Assault on a Peace Officer (Throws/Transfers Bodily Fluids) (F {609.2231.1(c)(2)})
- Obstructing Legal Process – Interfering with a Peace Officer (M {609.50.1(2)})
- Bail Amount: $0.00
- Court Date: Pending
- Court Branch: District Court