Cass Lake Person Faces Assault, Obstruction Charges

Cass Lake (trfnews.i234.me) — Devaughn Lee Rushman, 21, was arrested on September 5, 2026.

The booking record lists Rushman as a resident of Cass Lake, Minnesota.

Rushman faces three charges under Minnesota law.

The allegations include obstruction, fifth-degree assault, and disorderly conduct.

The arrest was recorded at 12:04 a.m.

Obstruction Charge Listed

Rushman faces an obstruction charge under Minnesota Statute 609.50, subdivision 1(2).

The law covers intentionally obstructing, resisting, or interfering with a peace officer performing official duties.

The booking record does not describe the conduct that led to this charge.

It also does not provide details about what officers were doing at the time.

No police officers are named in this report.

Readers can review Minnesota Statute 609.50 for the full obstruction law.

Fifth-Degree Assault Allegation

A second charge alleges fifth-degree assault under Minnesota Statute 609.224, subdivision 1(2).

The charge involves intentionally inflicting or attempting to inflict bodily harm on another person.

Minnesota law classifies the cited offense as a misdemeanor.

The booking information does not identify the other person involved.

Devaughn Lee Rushman — inmate photo

The booking information does not describe any reported injuries.

Readers can review Minnesota Statute 609.224 for the assault law.

Disorderly Conduct Charge

Rushman also faces a misdemeanor disorderly conduct charge.

The charge is listed under Minnesota Statute 609.72, subdivision 1(1).

The cited section covers brawling or fighting under specified circumstances.

The public record does not provide details about the alleged fight.

It also does not state where the incident occurred.

Readers can review Minnesota Statute 609.72 for more information.

Case Details Remain Limited

The booking information identifies Cass Lake as Rushman’s listed city.

It does not establish that the alleged offenses occurred in Cass Lake.

The record does not provide bail, court dates, or release conditions.

Those details may become available through later court filings.

Readers can visit the Minnesota Judicial Branch for public court resources.

An arrest does not establish guilt.

The charges against Rushman remain allegations unless proven in court.

Rushman is presumed innocent unless proven guilty through the legal process.

I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.

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