Clay County (trfnews.i234.me) — At 5:29 AM on March 28, 2025, Johnathon Roy Baxton, 38, was taken into custody by the Moorhead Police Department and now faces multiple serious charges:
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1st-Degree Controlled Substance Possession – involving cocaine, heroin, or methamphetamine, among Minnesota’s most severe drug offenses.
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Domestic Abuse – Violation of Order for Protection (OFP) – a major escalation of a domestic case.
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Theft – Indifferent to Owner Rights – not once, but twice, suggesting intentional and repeated disregard for lawful ownership.
These charges paint a picture of significant criminal behavior, with potential for felony convictions and long-term incarceration. Prosecutors are expected to pursue the case aggressively.
I’m Chris Harper, and I’m reporting for TRF News.
Did you know?
First-degree drug possession in Minnesota typically involves 25+ grams of meth or cocaine or any amount of heroin. Violating a domestic OFP can trigger automatic arrest, and repeated theft charges may be used to elevate sentencing.