Polk County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — On May 19, 2025, East Grand Forks Police responded to an apartment following reports of a domestic disturbance. A female victim reported that during an argument with 47-year-old Abdirizak Warsame Mohammed, he allegedly choked her and threatened her with a knife. As she attempted to defend herself by kicking at him, she sustained a stab wound to her foot. Mohammed then took her phone, preventing her from calling for help. A neighbor subsequently called 911.
Mohammed has been charged with the following:
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Felony assault with a dangerous weapon
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Felony threats of violence
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Felony domestic assault by strangulation
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Misdemeanor domestic assault
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Misdemeanor interference with an emergency call
He is currently being held at the Northwest Regional Corrections Center.
Did you know?
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In Minnesota, domestic assault by strangulation is a felony offense, reflecting the serious nature of such acts.
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Interfering with an emergency call, such as taking someone’s phone to prevent them from calling 911, is a misdemeanor offense.
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Victims of domestic violence can seek assistance through local shelters and hotlines, which provide support and resources for safety and recovery.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.