Bemidji Man Charged Over Alleged Death Threats
Bemidji (trfnews.i234.me) — Chase Michael Oothoudt, 29, faces a felony charge following alleged threats against a woman and her fiancé.
A criminal complaint was filed on June 9 in Beltrami County District Court. It says the reported threats occurred on June 7, 2026.
Court documents allege Oothoudt sent several threatening text messages that evening. The messages reportedly followed a dispute involving his child.
One message allegedly warned the woman that her fiancé would be harmed. Investigators also obtained a Snapchat video connected to the case.
The video allegedly contained threats against the fiancé and responding deputies. It also included statements about shooting people, according to the complaint.
Authorities arrested Oothoudt later that evening following a traffic stop. He was booked on suspicion of felony terroristic threats.
Search of Bemidji Home
Investigators later searched Oothoudt’s Bemidji residence under a court-approved warrant. The complaint says firearms were found near several windows.
Authorities reported seizing 14 firearms from the residence. The seized weapons included rifles, shotguns, and handguns.
The complaint described some weapons as high-powered rifles. Court documents did not state that any firearm was discharged.
Charge Carries Possible Prison Term
Oothoudt is charged with one felony count involving threats and reckless disregard. The charge carries a possible five-year prison sentence.
It also carries a possible fine of up to $10,000. Any sentence would depend on a conviction and court findings.
Minnesota law addresses threats of violence under Minnesota Statute 609.713.
Prior Cases Listed
Court records cited in the report list earlier Beltrami County convictions. They include a 2017 pistol permit offense.
The records also list a 2015 impaired-driving case. Those earlier cases do not prove the current allegation.
Oothoudt was held at the Beltrami County Jail when the source report was prepared. His first appearance was scheduled for June 9.
The charge is an allegation and has not been proven in court. Oothoudt is presumed innocent unless convicted.
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I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.