Bemidji Woman Faces Felony Riot Charge After Brawl

Bemidji (trfnews.i234.me) — Jorgie Jaylene Boswell faces a felony second-degree riot charge in Beltrami County.

Prosecutors allege Boswell joined a disturbance involving several people and knew another participant had a dangerous weapon.

The court count lists the alleged offense date as July 12, 2026.

However, the probable-cause narrative states the incident happened June 12, 2026.

The complaint does not explain that date difference.

911 Calls Report Taser and Baseball Bat

Authorities received two 911 calls from a Little Norway Avenue residence, according to the complaint.

Callers reported an assault involving a Taser and a baseball bat.

When deputies arrived, they found about 12 to 15 people arguing outside.

No active fight was underway when law enforcement reached the scene.

Investigators later learned Boswell had returned to collect property from her former boyfriend, identified as J.W.

J.W. reportedly called 911 asking that Boswell and her sister leave the property.

Investigators reported seeing scratches, bruising, and a welt on J.W.

The complaint alleges an argument developed over a PlayStation or Xbox game.

Witnesses told investigators the dispute grew into a physical fight outside the residence.

The complaint identifies Boswell’s sister as Alayzha Ranae Skinaway.

Prosecutors allege Skinaway produced a Taser during the confrontation.

Witnesses alleged the Taser was used against J.W. and another person.

Curtis Wayne Silcox was also present during the incident, according to court records.

Silcox allegedly told authorities he removed a baseball bat from another person.

He said he threw the bat into nearby woods.

Investigators later recovered a baseball bat and secured the Taser.

The complaint also describes alleged use of rocks, poles, fists, feet, and a pipe.

Children and other bystanders were reportedly present during the disturbance.

Boswell is charged with second-degree riot under Minnesota Statute 609.71.

The charge does not allege Boswell personally used the Taser or baseball bat.

Instead, prosecutors allege she participated while knowing another participant had a dangerous weapon.

The felony carries up to five years in prison and a $10,000 fine.

The case is filed as 04-CR-26-1613 in Beltrami County District Court.

Public records may be searched through Minnesota Court Records Online.

The charge is an allegation and does not establish guilt.

Boswell is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.

I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.