Ironton: Brainerd Man Charged in Officer Assault

Ironton, Crow Wing County (trfnews.i234.me) A 21-year-old Brainerd man faces two charges after a disturbance call in Ironton.

Tachoma Bruce Strong Bear Derosier, 21, of Brainerd, is charged with felony fourth-degree assault. The alleged victim was a peace officer, court records say. Prosecutors say the officer suffered demonstrable bodily harm.

Derosier is also charged with a gross misdemeanor for obstructing legal process.

The incident happened on Feb. 22, 2026, according to the complaint. It was reported in the 300 block of 6th Street in Ironton.

What officers reported

Police say they were sent to the home after a disturbance report. The complaint says officers tried to manage the scene.

During the contact, Derosier is accused of resisting officers. The complaint alleges an officer was assaulted during the struggle.

Derosier was taken into custody at the scene, the complaint says. Booking details were not listed in the summary.

Charges filed

Minnesota law allows a felony charge in some fourth-degree assault cases. One section covers assaults on peace officers that cause demonstrable bodily harm. That law is Minnesota Statute 609.2231.

Obstructing legal process can include resisting or interfering with an officer on duty. That offense is described in Minnesota Statute 609.50.

Where Ironton is

Ironton is a small city in Crow Wing County. City information is posted on the official Ironton website.

Next steps

A first court appearance date was not listed in the summary. Court dates can change quickly.

People can search public case information on Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO). General court details are listed on the Crow Wing County District Court page.

Important reminder

A criminal charge is an accusation, not a conviction. Derosier is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.

If you need help right away, call 911. For non-emergencies, contact local authorities.

I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.