Grand Forks Man Charged in Apartment Break-In

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A Grand Forks man faces felony charges after an alleged apartment break-in early Sunday.

Police responded at about 12:30 a.m. on July 5. The disturbance happened near South 17th Street and 28th Avenue South.

Court records identify the accused as Joseph Donald Krueger, 24, of Grand Forks. Police were called after reports of a disturbance at the complex.

Argument Led to Reported Damage

According to court documents, Krueger argued with another man over disputed property. Police say Krueger punched a hole in an apartment wall.

Authorities say Krueger then left the unit. Investigators say he returned a short time later.

Krueger allegedly banged on the door and demanded entry. The resident refused to let him inside.

Police say Krueger then entered through a screen window without permission. The alleged break-in followed the earlier property dispute.

Once inside, Krueger allegedly threatened to beat and kill the resident. Court documents say he chased the man through the apartment.

The chase then moved around the surrounding complex, police say. The reported threats came after the alleged forced entry.

Officers arrived and spoke with Krueger about the reported disturbance. Police allege he gave officers the false last name “Bryan.”

Krueger faces felony charges of burglary and terrorizing. He also faces misdemeanor charges of criminal mischief and providing false information.

The charges are allegations. Krueger is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.

Krueger appeared Monday in Grand Forks District Court. A no-contact order was proposed during the court process.

His next court date is scheduled for August 17, 2026. The hearing will include a preliminary hearing and arraignment.

Case information may change as the legal process continues. Official agency details are available from the Grand Forks Police Department.

Public court information is available through the North Dakota Court System.

I’m Adrian Cole, reporting for TRF News.