Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) — A rural Bagley man has been sentenced in Becker County District Court.
Patrick Michael Thompson, 31, was sentenced for felony fifth-degree drug possession, court records said.
Traffic stop and arrest
The case began around 3 a.m. on Sept. 14, 2025.
Deputies stopped a vehicle on County Highway 34 for a bad brake light, records said.
Thompson was riding in the passenger seat.
Deputies arrested him on a warrant from Mahnomen County.
After the arrest, deputies searched the vehicle, records said.
They found a small glass vial near the passenger seat and center console.
Records say the vial was found where Thompson had been sitting.
The vial held a white powdery substance, according to court files.
A field test said the substance was fentanyl.
Court records list the weight as 6.86 grams, including packaging.
Court outcome and sentence
On Jan. 6, District Judge Michelle Lawson signed a stay of adjudication in the case.
That means the court paused a final conviction on the record.
If probation is completed, the case can be dismissed, records said.
Thompson was sentenced to 53 days in the Becker County Jail.
He received credit for 53 days already served.
The court also ordered a $500 fine and $75 in court fees.
Records say he must complete a full chemical use assessment.
He must also complete cognitive skills training.
He must follow all treatment steps, including aftercare, if ordered.
The court placed him on supervised probation for five years.
Why fentanyl cases draw attention
Fentanyl is a powerful opioid linked to many overdose deaths.
For prevention tips, see the CDC fentanyl resource page.
For drug safety alerts, see the DEA fentanyl information page.
More public records
Minnesota court dockets may be available through Minnesota Court Records Online.
State law on drug crimes is posted at the Minnesota Revisor of Statutes.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.
No surprise, just another slap on the wrist…
Hopefully he gets the help he needs and does better…
Keep Drugs Off Our Rez!
If it would have been a native that got caught you would have in prison yous aught to be ashamed of your self. .. that’s a white justice for all
Keep your head down you they got your name on paper work you snitch bitch won’t be long everyone will know
Prayers for recovery
How about banning him and taking his check ? Yet you guys keep that door wide open and wonder why so many are dying and all . Really probation bullshit just fucking stupid . Do something about it then catch and release he has a background like many others yet whatever
I see killing his friend didn’t scare him away from the drugs. Should have went to jail last year when he killed a kid in his 20s with that crap.
Hugs and prayers. Spiritual awaking and he will realize if he chose to seek treatment. We do recover. Strength and Faith vibes sending your way young man.