Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Valley City man faces a felony theft charge in Fargo.
Authorities have charged Jackson Paul Mulder with felony theft of property, according to court records.
The case involves a pickup owned by Mulder’s grandfather, the records say.
Pickup Reported Stolen
Charging documents say the theft happened in September 2025.
Police say Mulder took the pickup from a Fargo parking lot.
Investigators later listed the truck as stolen, the documents say.
Court records do not list the grandfather’s name in the summary.
They also do not describe how Mulder allegedly got the keys.
Traffic Stop and Search
Officers later located the pickup in Fargo, according to the complaint.
Police tried to stop the truck, the documents say.
The pickup drove away, and officers lost sight of it.
The filing does not say how long the truck was out of view.
Police later recovered the pickup, according to the court document.
The document does not list damage to the truck.
Arrest and Felony Charge
Mulder was later arrested and booked, court records show.
Prosecutors filed a felony theft count tied to the reported pickup theft.
Felony theft is a serious charge under North Dakota law.
Possible penalties can include prison time and fines.
Sentencing depends on the facts and the property value.
That value was not listed in the short public case description.
What Happens Next
Mulder is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
Future hearings may address bail, evidence, and any plea talks.
A judge could also set deadlines for motions and trial dates.
Some cases end with a plea deal.
Others go to a jury trial.
How to Follow the Case
Readers can track filings using the North Dakota Courts public search.
Updates may also appear through the Fargo Police Department.
State law resources are available from the North Dakota Legislative Assembly.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.
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