Cass Lake (trfnews.i234.me) — A South Dakota woman now faces a criminal charge after a February crash in Cass County. Prosecutors say alcohol was a factor in the collision.
Charge Filed In Cass County
Latrese Harmoni Black-Lance, of Sioux Falls, is charged with criminal vehicular operation causing bodily harm. The charge says her alcohol level was above 0.08 within two hours of driving.
The case was filed in Minnesota District Court in Cass County’s 9th Judicial District. Court records list the charge as a gross misdemeanor. If convicted, she could face up to 364 days in jail, a $3,000 fine, or both.
What Investigators Say Happened
According to the complaint, the crash happened on February 10, 2026, at about 7:57 a.m. The location was Highway 2 near 63rd Avenue NW in Cass Lake.
Authorities say Black-Lance was driving a Pontiac G6. She was trying to cross Highway 2 from 63rd Avenue NW. Investigators say she failed to yield to westbound traffic. The Pontiac then collided with a Toyota Camry.
The other driver was treated for wrist pain, according to the complaint.
Test Results Cited In Complaint
The complaint says investigators noticed signs of alcohol use after the crash. It says Black-Lance had an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, watery eyes, and slurred speech.
A preliminary breath test showed 0.167, according to the complaint. Investigators later obtained a search warrant for a blood sample.
The blood sample was collected at 10:38 a.m. Court records say testing found an alcohol concentration of 0.133, plus or minus 0.008 grams per 100 milliliters of blood.
The complaint also says that result had a 99.73 percent confidence level. The charge was filed under Minnesota Statute 609.2113.
Case Still Pending
Black-Lance has been charged, but not convicted. The complaint contains allegations. The case will now move through the court process in Cass County.
Readers can follow official case procedures through the Minnesota Judicial Branch. They can also review public safety information through the Minnesota State Patrol.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.
