Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On January 2, 2025, law enforcement authorities in Minnesota arrested 27-year-old Caleb Scott Donner. The arrest was based on multiple charges, including:
- Driving After License Cancellation: Operating a vehicle after the cancellation of his driver’s license, deemed inimical to public safety, in violation of Minnesota Statute § 171.24.5.
- Third-Degree Burglary: Entering a public building with the intent to commit theft, as defined under Minnesota Statute § 609.582.3(b).
- Fleeing a Peace Officer in a Motor Vehicle: Attempting to evade law enforcement during a vehicular pursuit, contrary to Minnesota Statute § 609.487.3.
Legal Context
Under Minnesota law, the cited offenses carry significant legal implications:
- Driving After License Cancellation: This offense is considered a gross misdemeanor, punishable by up to one year in jail and/or a fine of up to $3,000.
- Third-Degree Burglary: Classified as a felony, this charge can result in a sentence of up to five years imprisonment and/or a fine up to $10,000.
- Fleeing a Peace Officer in a Motor Vehicle: This felony offense may lead to imprisonment for up to three years and one day, and/or a fine up to $5,000.
Booking and Detention Details
Donner was booked into the county detention facility on the date of arrest. His estimated release date is January 5, 2025, pending any judicial proceedings or bail considerations.
Prior Arrests
Records indicate that Donner has a history of similar offenses. He was previously booked in Becker County, Minnesota, on September 3, 2024, for driving after license cancellation deemed inimical to public safety.
Additionally, he was booked in Cass County, North Dakota, on December 5, 2024, as a fugitive from justice.
Next Steps
Donner is scheduled to appear before the district court, where formal charges will be presented. Legal representation and further court dates will be determined as the judicial process advances.
I’m Chris Harper, reporting for trfnews.i234.me