Clay County (trfnews.i234.me) — Richard Anthony Johns, age 36, was arrested on February 3, 2025, following coordinated enforcement by the Clay County Sheriff’s Office, Minnesota authorities, and Ward County Sheriff’s Office (ND).
Charges filed:
Clay County Sheriff’s Office:
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Unauthorized Use of a Vehicle – Aircraft / Motor Vehicle Theft (Felony C)
Minnesota Statutes:
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False Name to Police
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Possess Pistol/Assault Weapon – Previous Conviction
Ward County SO (North Dakota):
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Criminal Mischief – Intentional Tampering ($2,000–$10,000) (Felony C)
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Domestic Violence Assault – Serious Bodily Injury (Felony C)
Authorities allege Johns engaged in multiple felonies, including vehicle theft (aircraft/motor vehicle), illegal possession of a firearm as a convicted felon, and a violent domestic assault causing serious bodily harm.
Johns is in custody facing serious felony-level charges across state lines.
I’m Chris Harper, and I’m reporting for TRF News.
Did you know?
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Motor vehicle theft, including aircraft or specialized vehicles, can carry enhanced penalties under Minnesota law.
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Possessing firearms after a felony conviction is a federal and state crime with mandatory sentencing guidelines.
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Domestic violence assault resulting in serious bodily injury in North Dakota is considered a felony punishable by extended prison time.