Clay County — 62-Year-Old Arrested in Domestic Assault Incident

David Paul Murphy
David Paul Murphy

Clay County (trfnews.i234.me) — A shocking arrest took place Friday afternoon as 62-year-old David Paul Murphy was taken into custody by Moorhead Police in connection to a domestic assault incident.

Murphy now faces a misdemeanor charge for intentionally inflicting or attempting to inflict bodily harm. The incident reportedly occurred on March 28, 2025, and resulted in his booking at 3:43 p.m. Specific details about the victim or the circumstances have not yet been made public.

Domestic violence continues to be a major issue in Minnesota, with authorities urging victims to come forward and seek help.

As always, Murphy is considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News


Did you know?

  • In Minnesota, misdemeanor domestic assault can lead to up to 90 days in jail and a $1,000 fine.

  • Repeat offenders or those with aggravating circumstances can face felony charges and years in prison.

  • Victims of domestic abuse can seek help by contacting the Minnesota Day One Crisis Line at 1-866-223-1111.

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