Beltrami County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Dillon Neeland, a 32-year-old male of Native American descent, is currently held at Beltrami County Jail. He was taken into custody on December 21, 2024. Neeland stands 5 feet 7 inches tall, weighs 155 pounds, and has brown hair and green eyes. No bail amount has been set for his release.
Neeland faces charges under Minnesota Statute 609.5631, specifically fourth-degree arson. This statute addresses intentional fires set in multiple-unit residential or public buildings, classified as a gross misdemeanor punishable by up to 364 days in jail or a fine up to $3,000, or both.
The case is filed under number 24-026853 in the District Court. Details regarding the court date are pending. Fourth-degree arson involves intentionally setting fire to personal property within structures like apartments or public buildings, without escalating to first, second, or third-degree arson.
Neeland has a history of legal issues, including a sentencing in December 2012 for fifth-degree criminal sexual conduct, resulting in 365 days in the Beltrami County Jail, with 323 days stayed.
As of now, Neeland remains in custody at Beltrami County Jail, awaiting further legal proceedings.
I’m Chris Harper, reporting for trfnews.i234.me