Bagley Man Booked on Motor Vehicle Fleeing Charge
CLEARWATER COUNTY (trfnews.i234.me) — Brandon Nattrass, 34, was booked into the Clearwater County Jail on Wednesday, August 5, 2026.
The jail roster lists one hold reason for Nattrass. It identifies the charge as fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle.
The listed statute is Minnesota Statute 609.487, subdivision 3. The law covers fleeing or attempting to flee an officer by vehicle.
Under state law, the charge is classified as a felony. A conviction may bring up to three years and one day in prison.
The law also allows a fine of up to $5,000. A judge may impose imprisonment, a fine, or both.
Booking Information
The roster shows Nattrass was booked at 5:19 p.m. on August 5. The record identifies him as a 34-year-old male.
The public entry does not describe the reported chase. It does not list a road, city, vehicle, or arresting agency.
No court file details were included with the booking entry. A first appearance date was also not listed.
A booking record shows a person entered jail custody. It does not prove the charge in court.
What the Charge Means
Minnesota law requires prosecutors to prove several facts. They must show the person fled using a motor vehicle.
They must also prove the officer was performing a lawful duty. The person must have known the pursuer was an officer.
The statute defines motor vehicles broadly. It can include cars, snowmobiles, off-road vehicles, and motorboats.
Readers can review Minnesota Statute 609.487 through the Minnesota Revisor of Statutes.
Case Status
The Clearwater County inmate list may change as cases move through court. Charges can also change after the first booking.
County officials warn that roster details may be incomplete. They also state that listed charges are not admissions of guilt.
Nattrass is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court. Future filings may provide more details about the reported incident.
Current public booking information is available through the Clearwater County inmate list.
I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.
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