Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — Suleiman Shafe Hirsi, age 33, was arrested on November 13, 2024, by the Cass County Sheriff’s Office and Moorhead Police Department following a joint investigation.
Charges filed:
Cass County Sheriff’s Office:
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Delivery of Controlled Substance – Fentanyl – 40g or More (Felony A)
Moorhead Police Department:
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1st Degree Aggravated Controlled Substance Possession with Firearm
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1st Degree Controlled Substance Possession – 25g or More / 100+ Dosage Units of Heroin or Fentanyl
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5th Degree Controlled Substance Possession (x2) – Schedule 1, 2, 3, 4 or Paraphernalia Residual; Not Cannabis/Hemp
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Carry/Possess Pistol Without Permit
Authorities allege Hirsi was involved in significant fentanyl trafficking operations and was armed during the commission of these offenses. The quantities involved are well above the thresholds for the most serious felony charges under Minnesota law.
Hirsi is currently in custody and awaiting further court action.
I’m Chris Harper, and I’m reporting for TRF News.
Did you know?
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Fentanyl trafficking of 40 grams or more can lead to up to 40 years in prison under federal and state law.
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Possession of a firearm while committing drug felonies elevates charges to aggravated status, triggering mandatory minimum sentences.
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Minnesota law requires permits to carry or possess pistols, with felony enhancements when combined with drug crimes.