Bismarck (trfnews.i234.me) — A 24-year-old wanted in Florida was arrested in Bismarck.
Authorities say the case involves alleged fraud against St. Lucie County residents.
Investigators say the victims were targeted in 2024.
Arrest and jail status
Kylen Running Hawk was arrested Tuesday, Dec. 16, authorities said.
Bismarck authorities worked with the St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office.
Running Hawk is held at the Burleigh County Jail pending extradition.
Officials did not release a North Dakota court date.
They did not release the number of alleged victims.
They said the investigation is still ongoing.
Mugshot of Kylen Running Hawk
Florida charges listed
Authorities listed three Florida charges tied to the alleged fraud scheme.
One charge involves fraud and swindling under Florida law.
Authorities described it as defrauding to obtain property under $20,000.
A second charge involves alleged identity fraud.
Authorities described it as using another person’s identification without consent.
A third charge is grand theft under Florida law.
Authorities described it as property valued at $750 or more.
Authorities said the value was under $5,000.
Charges are allegations and must be proven in court.
What happens next
Extradition is a legal process between states.
It often includes hearings in the arrest state.
It also includes a request from the charging state.
Authorities said Running Hawk is being held for return to Florida.
Officials have not announced when the transfer could happen.
How to protect yourself from fraud
Do not share one-time passcodes with strangers.
Do not click on unknown links in texts or emails.
Review bank alerts and credit reports often.
Report suspected identity theft at IdentityTheft.gov.
Where to find official information
St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office information is posted at stluciesheriff.com.
Bismarck Police Department information is posted at bismarcknd.gov.
Burleigh County detention information is posted at burleigh.gov.
Florida law references
Florida’s fraud statute is published at leg.state.fl.us.
Florida’s identity fraud statute is published at leg.state.fl.us.
Florida’s theft statute is published at leg.state.fl.us.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.