Crookston: Crawford Accused of Violent Threats
CROOKSTON, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — Andracadrice Troy Crawford faces two criminal charges following an alleged confrontation in Crookston.
Crawford, 54, is charged in Polk County District Court.
The case is filed as 60-CR-26-1246.
Prosecutors charged Crawford with felony threats of violence and misdemeanor disorderly conduct.
The alleged incident happened Aug. 23, 2026.
Worker Reports Threats in Crookston
The complaint says a worker was completing concrete work on Eickhof Boulevard.
The worker reported hearing yelling from a nearby residence.
He then noticed a man driving slowly past him in a gray Jeep.
The same vehicle allegedly passed the worker again.
About 15 to 20 minutes later, the man allegedly approached the worker.
The complaint identifies that man as Crawford.
Prosecutors say Crawford accused the worker of having a relationship with his wife.
The worker told police he did not know Crawford or his wife.
Crawford allegedly threatened to beat the worker.
He also allegedly said he had been watching and following him.
The complaint says Crawford warned the worker to watch his back.
The worker reportedly became afraid for his safety.
He also expressed concern about leaving work equipment at the property.
Felony Threats Charge Filed
Count One charges Crawford with threats of violence.
The charge falls under Minnesota Statute 609.713, subdivision 1.
Prosecutors allege Crawford threatened a crime of violence against the worker.
They also allege the statements caused terror or created that risk.
A conviction can carry up to five years in prison.
The statute also allows a fine of up to $10,000.
Those are maximum penalties and do not represent a sentence against Crawford.
Police Contact Leads to Second Charge
The complaint says police later approached Crawford’s residence.
Crawford allegedly went inside and locked the door.
Police told Crawford he was not free to leave.
The complaint says Crawford refused repeated requests to come outside.
He allegedly became loud and confrontational during the encounter.
Prosecutors also charged Crawford with misdemeanor disorderly conduct.
The count cites Minnesota Statute 609.72, subdivision 1(3).
The complaint lists a maximum penalty of 90 days in jail.
It also lists a possible fine of up to $1,000.
Case Remains Pending
The criminal complaint contains allegations that have not been proven in court.
Crawford is presumed innocent unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.
Readers can access public court information through the Minnesota Judicial Branch.
No police officer names are included in this report.
I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.
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