Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) — A Grand Forks man faces a felony theft charge. Court records describe an alleged false return at Menards. Court documents name the defendant as Daniel Robert Nelson, of Grand Forks. Records say the incident happened on November 18, 2025, at the Menards store in Grand Forks. What court records allege Investigators… Continue reading Grand Forks: Man Charged In Menards Return Scam
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Spirit Lake Nation: Juvenile Held in JC Davis Death
SPIRIT LAKE NATION, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A juvenile suspect is in custody after a homicide on the Spirit Lake Reservation, according to the Spirit Lake Tribal Council. The council identified the victim as Jesse Clark Davis. Family and community members knew him as JC. The Spirit Lake Tribal Council said the homicide occurred on Sunday,… Continue reading Spirit Lake Nation: Juvenile Held in JC Davis Death
Fargo: Landfill Search Deepens Wengel Missing Case
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — Police and state agents continued searching the Fargo landfill on Sunday as the hunt continues for missing West Fargo woman Isadora Wengel. Fargo Police say the case includes evidence linked to the 4400 block of Calico Drive South. West Fargo Police say Wengel, 24, was last seen in the early morning… Continue reading Fargo: Landfill Search Deepens Wengel Missing Case
Belcourt: Mendez-Morales Held in Hotel Murder Case
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
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