Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) — Prosecutors have filed multiple charges in Beltrami County District Court after a reported disturbance call at People’s Church in Bemidji, according to court records in Minnesota’s Ninth Judicial District.
The complaint names Jared Lee Jones, born Oct. 25, 2002, of Bemidji, Minnesota, as the defendant.
Felony and Misdemeanor Charges
Jones is charged with a felony count of fourth-degree assault of a peace officer, court records say.
The complaint alleges the assault involved throwing or transferring bodily fluids at an officer during official duties.
He is also charged with a felony count of fifth-degree assault, with the filing citing prior qualifying convictions.
In addition, Jones faces a misdemeanor count of obstructing legal process, according to the complaint.
What Court Records Say Happened
Court records say law enforcement responded at about 5:30 p.m. on Nov. 30, 2025, to the People’s Church in Bemidji.
The call reported a disorderly man yelling loudly and possibly fighting residents, records say.
According to the complaint, officers arrived and saw a man later identified as Jones screaming aggressively.
Court records say the initial decision was to allow Jones to leave the property.
The complaint states that as officers began to walk away, Jones spit at an officer and made a derogatory remark.
Records say Jones then walked toward the officer and shoved the officer’s shoulder.
The filing states the officer reacted in pain.
Arrest Attempt and Resistance Alleged
After the shove, court records say officers attempted to arrest Jones.
The complaint alleges Jones physically resisted and prevented officers from placing him into custody.
Prior History Mentioned
The complaint references prior convictions, including a previous assault conviction and a domestic abuse no-contact order violation.
Court records also list additional prior cases, including giving a false name and domestic assault.
Readers can review Minnesota assault statutes at the Minnesota Revisor of Statutes.
Court case information is available through the Minnesota Judicial Branch.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.