BELCOURT, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A man is being held in connection with a weekend death inside a casino hotel room in Belcourt. The Rolette County Sheriff’s Office confirmed to TRF News that Rigoberto Mendez-Morales is being held on a murder charge. The sheriff’s office also confirmed the FBI is investigating. Officials have not released the… Continue reading Belcourt: Mendez-Morales Held in Hotel Murder Case
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Spirit Lake Nation: Homicide Probe, FBI Assisting
SPIRIT LAKE RESERVATION, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A murder investigation is underway at Spirit Lake Nation. Tribal public relations specialist Vicki Alberts confirmed a homicide on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026. Alberts said local law enforcement and the FBI are on scene. She said investigators are actively working the case. What officials are saying Alberts said details… Continue reading Spirit Lake Nation: Homicide Probe, FBI Assisting
Spirit Lake Nation: Murder Probe Underway
SPIRIT LAKE NATION, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A murder investigation is underway at Spirit Lake Nation in North Dakota. Early reports indicate an adult male is dead. Officials have not released the victim’s name. Officials also have not released a suspect description. This is a developing story. Limited Details Released So far, tribal officials have shared… Continue reading Spirit Lake Nation: Murder Probe Underway
West Fargo: Akuot Akon Charged After 911 Call
WEST FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A West Fargo woman is facing charges tied to allegations involving her mother. Akuot Akon, of West Fargo, is charged with felony interference with a telephone during an emergency call. She is also charged with misdemeanor false information to law enforcement. What Court Documents Allege According to court documents, police… Continue reading West Fargo: Akuot Akon Charged After 911 Call
Fergus Falls: Gronseth Charged in Jail Kiosk Damage
FERGUS FALLS, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — A Fergus Falls man is facing a felony charge after damage was reported inside the Otter Tail County jail. Adam R. Gronseth, of Fergus Falls, is charged with felony criminal damage to property. The charge is based on a statement of probable cause filed in court. Damage Reported At County… Continue reading Fergus Falls: Gronseth Charged in Jail Kiosk Damage
Grand Forks: Peltier Charged With Felony Terrorizing
GRAND FORKS, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A Grand Forks man is charged after a reported knife threat against a teen. Raymond L. Peltier, of Grand Forks, is charged with felony terrorizing. The charge is based on a report described in court documents. What Court Documents Allege According to the report, police were called on Jan. 8.… Continue reading Grand Forks: Peltier Charged With Felony Terrorizing
Fargo SWAT Search Tied to Missing Isadora Wengel
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — Fargo police say officers served a search warrant Friday night in a missing person case involving 24-year-old Isadora Wengel. Police said the case started with the West Fargo Police Department. Police reported Wengel missing during that agency’s investigation. Search Warrant Served Friday Fargo police said the warrant was served at about… Continue reading Fargo SWAT Search Tied to Missing Isadora Wengel
St. Anthony Homicide Suspect Arrested Near Duluth
ST. ANTHONY, Minn. — Police say one man is dead and a juvenile boy was seriously injured after a stabbing at a St. Anthony apartment complex early Saturday morning. Officers were dispatched at about 5:01 a.m. to the Equinox Apartments at 2812 Silver Lane for a reported stabbing in a hallway. Police located one adult… Continue reading St. Anthony Homicide Suspect Arrested Near Duluth
Belcourt: Sky Dancer Casino Murder Probe
Belcourt (trfnews.i234.me) — Authorities are investigating an apparent homicide at Sky Dancer Casino in Belcourt. As of this update, officials have not released details on what happened. TRF News has contacted the Rolette County Sheriff’s Office for information. This story will be updated when more facts are confirmed. What we know right now Reports indicate… Continue reading Belcourt: Sky Dancer Casino Murder Probe
Bemidji: Cass Lake Man Charged After Park Arrest
Bemidji (trfnews.i234.me) — A Cass Lake man is facing criminal charges after an incident at a Bemidji park, according to court documents. Gary William Allen of Cass Lake is charged with two felony counts of fourth-degree assault of a peace officer. He is also charged with a gross misdemeanor for obstructing the legal process. Call… Continue reading Bemidji: Cass Lake Man Charged After Park Arrest