Brainerd (trfnews.i234.me) – Ekeichu Kevin Echman, 41, was booked into Crow Wing County Jail on Sunday, November 1, 2026.
The official jail roster records his booking at 1:18 a.m.
His booking number is 69307.
The record lists one felony allegation involving fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle.
Felony Fleeing Allegation Listed
According to the Crow Wing County inmate roster, Echman is listed under “Fleeing a Peace Officer in a Motor Vehicle.”
The charge references Minnesota Statute 609.487, subdivision 3.
However, the booking record does not describe what allegedly happened.
It does not identify the vehicle involved or explain how the reported incident began.
No information about a police pursuit route, traffic conditions, or reported speeds appears in the listing.
The record also does not establish whether a collision or injuries occurred.
What Minnesota Law Says About Fleeing Police
Minnesota Statute 609.487 establishes penalties for fleeing or attempting to flee a peace officer.
Subdivision 3 addresses fleeing an officer by means of a motor vehicle.
The law applies when the officer is performing official duties.
It also requires that the person knew or reasonably should have known the individual was a peace officer.
Minnesota law describes fleeing as conduct intended to elude police after a signal to stop.
Examples include refusing to stop or increasing speed to avoid an officer.
However, these are examples from the law, not confirmed actions in Echman’s case.
Readers can review Minnesota Statute 609.487 – Fleeing a Peace Officer.
Possible Penalties Under Minnesota Law
Fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle is classified as a felony.
A conviction under subdivision 3 can carry up to three years and one day in prison.
The statute also permits a fine of up to $5,000, or both penalties.
Different penalties apply to qualifying cases involving serious injuries or death.
However, the available booking information does not establish such circumstances in this case.
These are possible legal penalties, not a sentence imposed against Echman.
Court Status Listed as Pending
The official roster displays “COURT/PENDING” beside the felony fleeing entry.
However, the listing does not provide a confirmed hearing date or bail amount.
It also does not establish whether prosecutors filed a formal criminal complaint.
Additional court records may provide further information about the allegation.
Incident Location Not Confirmed
Crow Wing County Jail is located in Brainerd, Minnesota.
However, the jail’s location does not establish where the alleged fleeing occurred.
The record does not identify a roadway, address, or confirmed incident location.
The November 1 booking date also does not establish when the alleged offense occurred.
Jail and Court Information
Readers can check the official Crow Wing County jail roster.
Facility details are available through the Crow Wing County Jail website.
Public case information may be available through Minnesota Court Records Online.
Presumption of Innocence
A jail booking records allegations and does not establish criminal guilt.
Ekeichu Kevin Echman is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.
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