Crookston: Kevin Yungen Booked on Felony Sex Charge

Crookston (trfnews.i234.me) — Kevin Jon Yungen was booked Sept. 16, 2026, on a felony criminal sexual conduct charge.

The booking information lists first-degree criminal sexual conduct as the controlling charge.

The entry references alleged penetration or sexual contact involving a person under 13.

It also references an accomplice allegedly armed with a dangerous weapon.

The booking entry cites Minnesota Statute 609.342, subdivision 1(f)(ii).

Yungen was born Nov. 29, 1982.

He was 43 years old when the Sept. 16 booking was recorded.

First-Degree Charge Listed

The available booking record gives only a short description of the charge.

It does not provide a full account of the allegations.

The entry also does not identify the complainant or any alleged accomplice.

No police officer names are included in this report.

The record does not describe when or where the alleged conduct occurred.

The booking record does not provide a probable cause statement.

Those records could contain more details about the state’s allegations.

Readers can review Minnesota Statute 609.342 through the Minnesota Revisor of Statutes.

First-degree criminal sexual conduct is a felony under Minnesota law.

The statute allows up to 30 years in prison after a conviction.

It also allows a fine of up to $40,000.

Those figures are maximum penalties allowed by the statute.

They do not indicate what sentence would be imposed in a specific case.

Sentencing depends on the case, criminal history, and applicable sentencing rules.

A jail booking records a person’s entry into custody.

It does not establish that the allegations are true.

Yungen is presumed innocent unless proven guilty through the court process.

The booking information provided does not list a bond amount.

It also does not list a release date or upcoming hearing.

Those details may later appear in public court records.

Readers can search Minnesota Court Records Online for available case information.

Some records may not appear immediately after a booking.

TRF News will report verified updates when additional public information becomes available.

I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.