WEST FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – On January 13th, in West Fargo, officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle lacking license plates. The driver, identified as Cole Ray Longoria of West Fargo, was found to have an outstanding felony warrant from Grand Forks for reckless endangerment. Longoria provided a false name to the officers and… Continue reading Cole Ray Longoria Arrested in West Fargo for Multiple Offenses
Category: Fargo Crime
Marissarae Beutler Charged with Felony Burglary in Fargo
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – On January 11th, police responded to a disturbance at 1221 10th Avenue North in Fargo. The male victim reported that his door had been broken, his wallet was missing, and he believed Marissarae Beutler was responsible. Officers observed a blood trail from the victim’s door to Beutler’s room and noted she… Continue reading Marissarae Beutler Charged with Felony Burglary in Fargo
Moorhead Man Cordell McFadden Sentenced to 8 Years for Fargo Shooting Incident
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Moorhead man will serve 8 years in prison for aggravated assault with a firearm after pleading guilty to a shooting incident in Fargo last year. Cordell McFadden was arrested in March following a shooting near South High School. On March 30th, Fargo police responded to a report of gunfire in… Continue reading Moorhead Man Cordell McFadden Sentenced to 8 Years for Fargo Shooting Incident
Jamar Upshaw Charged with Domestic Violence in Cass County
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – According to court documents, Jamarr Upshaw has been charged with two counts of domestic violence: one felony and one misdemeanor. On January 4th, police responded to an apartment in Fargo. The female victim reported that Upshaw, her former boyfriend, allegedly scratched her face, pulled her hair, and choked her. She stated… Continue reading Jamar Upshaw Charged with Domestic Violence in Cass County
Cass County: Cordell McFadden Sentenced to 10 Years for March 2024 Shooting
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – On January 13, 2025, in Cass County Court, Cordell McFadden changed his plea regarding charges from a March 30, 2024, shooting near Fargo South High School. Initially pleading not guilty in June, McFadden altered his plea and received a 10-year prison sentence. He is required to serve 8 years, followed by… Continue reading Cass County: Cordell McFadden Sentenced to 10 Years for March 2024 Shooting
Court Restricts Communication for Moorhead Murder Suspect Isaac Arndt in Clay County
MOORHEAD, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – A court has imposed communication restrictions on 18-year-old murder suspect Isaac Arndt in Clay County. Arndt is accused of the August killing of 14-year-old Jaelyn Walker in Moorhead. During a recent motion hearing, investigators reported monitoring Arndt’s jail communications and raised concerns about his attempts to contact a juvenile witness through… Continue reading Court Restricts Communication for Moorhead Murder Suspect Isaac Arndt in Clay County
Cedric Earl Elder of West Fargo Charged with Felony Terrorizing in Downtown Fargo Incident
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Cedric Earl Elder of West Fargo is now charged with two felony counts of terrorizing after an incident involving two bouncers at a downtown Fargo bar. According to court documents, officers were dispatched to Cowboy Jacks on North Broadway at 2:45 a.m. on Sunday. Two bouncers reported that Elder repeatedly attempted… Continue reading Cedric Earl Elder of West Fargo Charged with Felony Terrorizing in Downtown Fargo Incident
Fargo Man Arrested After Police Pursuit in West Fargo
WEST FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – On January 9, 2025, at approximately 1:35 a.m., the West Fargo Police Department initiated a traffic stop in the 800 block of 9th Street Northwest. The driver, identified as 54-year-old Steven James Sturgill from Fargo, failed to comply and fled westbound on 12th Avenue Northwest. The pursuit concluded in the… Continue reading Fargo Man Arrested After Police Pursuit in West Fargo
Moorhead Man’s Bail Request Denied in Cass County Shooting Case
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – In August 2024, Starmaine Hoeper, a 34-year-old resident of Moorhead, was arrested in connection with a shooting incident in rural Cass County, North Dakota. The arrest followed an investigation into a reported shooting near the KFGO radio tower south of Fargo, where the victim sustained critical injuries. Court documents indicate that… Continue reading Moorhead Man’s Bail Request Denied in Cass County Shooting Case
Moorhead Man, Wandrous Joe Reeves Arrested After Police Pursuit and Foot Chase
MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On January 8, 2025, Moorhead resident Wandrous Joe Reeves, aged 30, was arrested following a police pursuit involving a stolen vehicle and a subsequent foot chase. The incident began when Reeves fled a traffic stop in Moorhead, operating a vehicle reported stolen from Fargo. Pursuit Details Law enforcement deployed stop sticks… Continue reading Moorhead Man, Wandrous Joe Reeves Arrested After Police Pursuit and Foot Chase
Fatal Incident: Man Pinned Between Vehicle and Structure in McHenry County
McHENRY COUNTY, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A 64-year-old man from Voltaire, North Dakota, died following an incident in rural McHenry County. The event occurred shortly after 9 p.m. on Wednesday in the 100 block of 42nd Street North, approximately five miles south of Karlsruhe. According to the North Dakota Highway Patrol, the man was operating a… Continue reading Fatal Incident: Man Pinned Between Vehicle and Structure in McHenry County
Pedestrian Struck by Vehicle in Downtown Fargo; Investigation Underway
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – On January 1, 2025, at approximately 1:54 a.m., a female pedestrian was struck by a vehicle in the 200 block of Broadway North in downtown Fargo. The driver continued northbound on Broadway after the collision. Police Response and Investigation Upon arrival, Fargo Police Department officers collected witness statements indicating that the… Continue reading Pedestrian Struck by Vehicle in Downtown Fargo; Investigation Underway
Juvenile Arrested After Fargo Apartment Shooting Incident
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – On December 31st at 10:13 p.m., Fargo Police responded to a reported shooting at an apartment building in the 2500 block of 15th Street South. Upon arrival, officers determined that two juvenile males had engaged in a physical altercation in a hallway during a party. A neighboring resident attempted to intervene… Continue reading Juvenile Arrested After Fargo Apartment Shooting Incident
Fargo Dairy Queen Vandalized on New Year’s Eve; Suspect Arrested
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – On New Year’s Eve, the Dairy Queen located on 52nd Avenue South in Fargo closed earlier than its scheduled 9:00 PM operating hours. A sign posted by management around 7:30 PM indicated the early closure. At 12:41 AM, Fargo police responded to a security alarm at the restaurant. Upon arrival, officers… Continue reading Fargo Dairy Queen Vandalized on New Year’s Eve; Suspect Arrested
Tyler Joseph Dunlap Arrested in West Fargo for Gun Threat Incident
WEST FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Tyler Joseph Dunlap of West Fargo is facing charges related to a gun threat. Court documents indicate that on January 9th, at 9:12 a.m., a West Fargo police officer responded to a report involving a firearm. Upon arrival, a female resident reported that her ex-boyfriend, Tyler Dunlap, entered a bedroom,… Continue reading Tyler Joseph Dunlap Arrested in West Fargo for Gun Threat Incident
Fargo Man Arrested for Attempted Safe Theft in Barnesville
WILKIN COUNTY, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – On December 20, 2024, a burglary occurred at a residence south of Barnesville, Minnesota. The suspect, identified as 40-year-old Benjamin Emerson from Fargo, North Dakota, entered the property’s garage and attempted to load a safe into his pickup truck using a floor jack. After unsuccessful attempts, he used a chain… Continue reading Fargo Man Arrested for Attempted Safe Theft in Barnesville
Juvenile Arrested Following Fargo New Year’s Eve Shooting
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – On December 31, 2024, at approximately 10:31 p.m., Fargo police responded to reports of a shooting at an apartment complex located in the 2500 block of 15th Street South. Upon arrival, officers determined that an altercation had occurred between two juvenile males in the hallway of the building. A resident from… Continue reading Juvenile Arrested Following Fargo New Year’s Eve Shooting
Fargo Hotel Pool Incident Raises Chlorine Safety Concerns
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A family from Moorhead reported skin rashes after swimming at the Holiday Inn Express, located at 4711 19th Avenue South in Fargo. The mother, Lori Braun, noted that her three sons developed itchy rashes on their upper thighs shortly after using the hotel’s pool. Braun, who has experience working in hotel… Continue reading Fargo Hotel Pool Incident Raises Chlorine Safety Concerns
Fargo Woman Sentenced to 19 Years for Driving into Nightclub Crowd
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — In Cass County District Court, Fargo resident Princess Leiyipei Gweh, 25, was sentenced to 19 years in prison after pleading guilty to two counts of aggravated assault and one count of reckless endangerment. The charges stem from a February 18, 2024, incident at the now-closed Cairo Restaurant and Bar, where Gweh… Continue reading Fargo Woman Sentenced to 19 Years for Driving into Nightclub Crowd
New Law Targets Hazing on College Campuses Following Missouri Incident
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – On December 24, 2024, President Joe Biden signed the Stop Campus Hazing Act into law, a measure co-led by Senator Amy Klobuchar. The law requires universities to include hazing incidents in their annual safety reports to improve transparency and prevention efforts on campuses. The legislation was inspired by the October 19,… Continue reading New Law Targets Hazing on College Campuses Following Missouri Incident
Duluth Man Arrested Following East 3rd Street Stabbing
DULUTH, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On January 9, 2025, at approximately 12:22 p.m., authorities responded to a reported stabbing in the 100 block of East 3rd Street in Duluth. Upon arrival, officers found an individual with a stab wound. The victim was transported to a local hospital by Mayo Ambulance; their current condition has not been… Continue reading Duluth Man Arrested Following East 3rd Street Stabbing
Fargo Woman Arrested for Vehicle Theft and Drug Paraphernalia Possession
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – On January 4, 2025, Fargo resident Jessica Mae Brown was arrested following a traffic stop. According to court documents, Brown was in a vehicle that was pulled over due to lack of registration. Upon inspection, officers determined the vehicle was reported stolen. Additionally, a syringe containing possible methamphetamine residue was found… Continue reading Fargo Woman Arrested for Vehicle Theft and Drug Paraphernalia Possession
Man Arrested for Impersonating Officer at Stanley Church
STANLEY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – On December 22, 2024, at 11:07 a.m., Stanley Police responded to a report of a suspicious individual at Pursuit Church, located in the 100 block of First Street Southwest. The building, formerly a grocery store, now serves as a church. Upon arrival, officers encountered a male individual inside the church who… Continue reading Man Arrested for Impersonating Officer at Stanley Church
Fargo Man Arrested in West Fargo on Multiple Drug Charges
WEST FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – On January 3, 2025, in West Fargo, law enforcement conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle due to a malfunctioning headlight. The driver, identified as Levi David Thene from Fargo, was found in possession of 9.3 grams of fentanyl, 0.6 grams of methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia, and $287 in cash. Consequently,… Continue reading Fargo Man Arrested in West Fargo on Multiple Drug Charges
Leeds Man Charged with Continuous Sexual Abuse of Children
LEEDS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – John Michael Lister has been charged with Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Child and Corruption of a Minor in Leeds, North Dakota. According to court documents, the victims were two girls under 10 who experienced multiple sexual assaults over two years. During an interview, John Michael Lister admitted to using sex toys,… Continue reading Leeds Man Charged with Continuous Sexual Abuse of Children
Fargo Woman Sentenced to 19 Years for Vehicular Assault Outside Nightclub
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In January 2025, Princess Leiyipei Gweh, a 25-year-old resident of Fargo, North Dakota, received a 19-year prison sentence following a plea agreement. She pleaded guilty to two counts of aggravated assault and one count of reckless endangerment, while three other charges were dismissed as part of the agreement. Grand Forks Herald… Continue reading Fargo Woman Sentenced to 19 Years for Vehicular Assault Outside Nightclub
Moorhead Woman Charged in New Year’s Day Hit-and-Run Incident
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – On January 1, 2025, at 1:54 a.m., Moorhead police responded to a reported pedestrian hit-and-run at the intersection of Broadway and Second Avenue. Witnesses and video surveillance indicated that a female pedestrian entered the roadway and collided with the front quarter panel of a vehicle, resulting in her sustaining a broken… Continue reading Moorhead Woman Charged in New Year’s Day Hit-and-Run Incident
ATM Burglary in Cass County Leads to High-Speed Pursuit and Arrests
CASS COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – On January 7, 2025, at approximately 2:15 a.m., Cass County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to an alarm at Bank North in Arthur, North Dakota. Upon arrival, deputies found that the bank’s ATM had been forcibly accessed. During the investigation, information was received from Traill County authorities regarding a similar bank burglary… Continue reading ATM Burglary in Cass County Leads to High-Speed Pursuit and Arrests
Bismarck Woman Charged After Fleeing Police in Stolen Vehicle
MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me)– On December 31, 2024, Moorhead police attempted to stop a vehicle that had run a red light. The driver, identified as 36-year-old Calee Joy Longie from Bismarck, failed to comply and fled the scene. The pursuit was subsequently terminated for safety reasons. Later, authorities located the vehicle and apprehended Longie. She now… Continue reading Bismarck Woman Charged After Fleeing Police in Stolen Vehicle
Fargo Man Pleads Guilty to Multiple Charges in Assault Case
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) —Travis Holt, a 39-year-old resident of Fargo, has entered guilty pleas to several charges: gross sexual imposition, kidnapping, aggravated assault, and possession of methamphetamine. In exchange for these pleas, criminal trespass, and terrorizing charges have been dismissed. The charges stem from an incident in March 2024, where Holt forcibly entered a neighbor’s… Continue reading Fargo Man Pleads Guilty to Multiple Charges in Assault Case
Moorhead Woman Charged with Felony Assault Using Knife
MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On January 2, 2025, Moorhead Police responded to a reported disturbance at a local residence. Upon arrival, officers encountered a male victim who reported an altercation with Isabell L. Barrett, aged 42. The dispute reportedly began over the victim’s alcohol consumption. Barrett allegedly disposed of the victim’s whiskey and subsequently struck… Continue reading Moorhead Woman Charged with Felony Assault Using Knife
Former Cass County Deputy Charged with Multiple Counts of Disorderly Conduct
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Former Cass County Sheriff’s Deputy, Darin Viken, has been charged with six counts of disorderly conduct-harassment, all classified as Class B misdemeanors. These charges are linked to incidents that occurred in March 2023 and July 2024 and were officially filed in Cass County Court on December 30, 2024. The alleged victims… Continue reading Former Cass County Deputy Charged with Multiple Counts of Disorderly Conduct
Jamestown Officer’s Use of Deadly Force Deemed Justified in December Incident
JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — On December 3, 2024, in Jamestown, North Dakota, a police officer fatally shot a man outside Fred’s Den bar. Stutsman County State’s Attorney Fritz Fremgen reviewed the incident and determined that the use of deadly force was justified, opting not to file charges against the officer involved, Sgt. Cory Beckman. Incident… Continue reading Jamestown Officer’s Use of Deadly Force Deemed Justified in December Incident
South Fargo Homicide Suspect Extradited to Louisiana
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – On December 4, 2024, 32-year-old Rahssan Wilson was fatally shot at the Summers at Osgood Apartments on 47th Street South in Fargo. The following day, December 5, 30-year-old Steven Burrell was apprehended in Dubuque, Iowa, in connection with the incident. Subsequent investigations revealed that Burrell had an outstanding warrant for contempt… Continue reading South Fargo Homicide Suspect Extradited to Louisiana
West Fargo Man Charged with Felony Terrorizing After Incident at Fargo Diner
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Marshall T. Slater, a resident of West Fargo, has been charged with felony terrorizing and misdemeanor menacing. According to court documents, on New Year’s Day, officers responded to a disturbance at Kroll’s Diner located on 45th Street South in Fargo. Slater allegedly entered the establishment and issued threats to physically harm… Continue reading West Fargo Man Charged with Felony Terrorizing After Incident at Fargo Diner
Fargo Man Arrested for Vehicle Theft and Shoplifting at Scheels
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – On December 30, 2024, Fargo police arrested 29-year-old Alexander Hoover in connection with vehicle theft and shoplifting incidents at the Scheels store on 45th Street South. The arrest followed the detection of a stolen vehicle from Moorhead, identified through the Fargo Police Department’s FLOCK license plate reading system. Upon arrival, Scheels… Continue reading Fargo Man Arrested for Vehicle Theft and Shoplifting at Scheels
Fargo Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges After Walgreens Incident
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – On December 27, 2024, at a Walgreens located on 13th Avenue South in Fargo, an individual identified as Keith Alfred Tomahawk Jr. allegedly threatened physical harm to an employee. The situation de-escalated when a bystander intervened, leading Tomahawk to lower his fist. Upon arrest, he reportedly spat on a law enforcement… Continue reading Fargo Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges After Walgreens Incident
Significant Methamphetamine Seizure Following Traffic Stop in West Fargo
WEST FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – On December 27, 2024, West Fargo police conducted a traffic stop involving Kimberly Cox and Alek Dallmann, both residents of Jamestown, North Dakota. The stop occurred after the vehicle allegedly failed to observe a stop sign. During the stop, Cox reportedly acknowledged possessing drug paraphernalia in her purse. A subsequent… Continue reading Significant Methamphetamine Seizure Following Traffic Stop in West Fargo
Moorhead Resident Charged with Felony Assault Following Alleged Firearm Threat
MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Mohammed Almohammed, a resident of Moorhead, has been charged with felony assault with a dangerous weapon following an alleged incident involving a firearm. According to court documents, the sequence of events began with a disagreement between Almohammed and a former associate approximately one to two weeks prior to December 28. On… Continue reading Moorhead Resident Charged with Felony Assault Following Alleged Firearm Threat
Moorhead Traffic Stop Leads to Multiple Felony Drug Charges
MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On December 27, 2024, at 11:39 p.m., Moorhead law enforcement conducted a traffic stop resulting in the arrest of Ceara Lynn Roubldeaux. During the stop, a K-9 unit was deployed, leading to the discovery of 83 Gabapentin pills, additional unspecified pills, and 3.8 grams of psilocybin mushrooms. Roubldeaux admitted ownership of… Continue reading Moorhead Traffic Stop Leads to Multiple Felony Drug Charges
Trial Postponed for Former North Dakota School Superintendent Facing Child Exploitation Charges
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — A federal judge has approved a request to delay the trial of Ryan Baron, former superintendent of Midkota Public Schools in North Dakota, who faces multiple counts of child sexual exploitation. The trial, initially set for January 14, 2025, is now scheduled for May 6, 2025. This marks the second postponement… Continue reading Trial Postponed for Former North Dakota School Superintendent Facing Child Exploitation Charges
Stolen Fargo Pickup Leads to Felony Theft Arrest in Hillsboro
HILLSBORO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – On December 27, 2024, Traill County deputies apprehended a suspect at the Hillsboro Vets Club. A witness had reported a suspicious pickup truck without license plates parked near AgCountry Farm Credit Services in Hillsboro, with the driver entering the Vets Club. Deputies confirmed the pickup was stolen from Fargo. The suspect,… Continue reading Stolen Fargo Pickup Leads to Felony Theft Arrest in Hillsboro