Detroit Lakes, Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Waubun woman faces felony charges after a late-night arrest in Detroit Lakes.
Police say the woman fought officers and later fought jail staff. The woman is 22-year-old Katie Jolene Reich, according to court records. Reich was taken into custody early Thursday morning.
What police allege
Officers were sent to an apartment building around 12:45 a.m. Callers reported a drunk woman pounding on doors. Callers also reported yelling inside the hallway. Police say Reich would not leave the building.
Officers found Reich inside the entry area, the complaint says. Police say she tried to force her way into an apartment. Reich told officers the unit was hers. A resident inside said Reich did not live there.
Police say an officer tried to detain Reich. They say she became combative right away. The complaint says she kicked an officer in the leg. Police say she also tried to kick his torso. The complaint says she yelled vulgar words during the struggle.
Squad car incident
Officers placed Reich in a squad car, the complaint says. Police say she began kicking the rear window. They say she also hit her head inside the car. Officers pulled over to re-secure her, the complaint says.
Police say Reich kicked another officer in the chest. They say she then spit on his face. The complaint says she also bit him on the neck and ear. Police later used leg restraints, the complaint says.
Claims at the Becker County Jail
The complaint says Reich kept fighting at the Becker County Jail. Staff tried to place her in a restraint chair, police say. The complaint says she spat at jail staff during that process.
Charges and possible penalties
- Two felony counts of fourth-degree assault.
- One count alleges bodily fluids were used against a peace officer.
- One count alleges bodily fluids were used against a correctional employee.
- One gross misdemeanor assault count.
- One misdemeanor disorderly conduct count.
Felony fourth-degree assault can carry up to three years in prison. It can also carry a $6,000 fine, or both. Those limits are listed in Minnesota Statute 609.2231.
Reich remains held at the Becker County Jail, according to court records. The case will be handled in Becker County District Court.
Resources
- Detroit Lakes Police Department
- Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO)
- Becker County Sheriff’s Office
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.