Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—A Minneapolis man has been sentenced to over nine years in prison after being caught transporting a significant quantity of methamphetamine through Becker County.
Case Background
- Kevin Donald Turck, 58, of Minneapolis, was sentenced to 110 months in prison after pleading guilty to felony first-degree drug possession.
- A misdemeanor DWI charge was dropped as part of a plea agreement.
Traffic Stop and Drug Discovery
- On August 25, 2024, a special agent alerted the Becker County Sheriff’s Office that Turck would likely be traveling through Becker County with narcotics.
- A sheriff’s deputy spotted Turck around 2 a.m. on County Highway 22, shortly after he turned off U.S. Highway 59.
- The officer observed erratic driving behavior and pulled Turck over near 270th Avenue.
- Field sobriety tests indicated impairment, leading to a vehicle search.
- Officers discovered approximately 184 grams of methamphetamine, hidden in three different locations, including two socks inside the front seat headrests.
Prior Criminal History
- Turck had a previous first-degree drug sale conviction in 2017.
Sentencing and Fines
On January 30, 2025, Becker County District Judge Gretchen Thilmony sentenced Turck to:
✅ 110 months (9 years, 2 months) in St. Cloud prison
✅ Credit for 159 days served in jail
✅ $50 fine plus $160 in court fees, deducted from prison earnings
Legal Implications
- First-degree drug possession is one of the most serious drug charges in Minnesota, carrying a maximum sentence of 30 years in prison and/or fines up to $1 million.
- Given his prior drug conviction, Turck faced enhanced sentencing.
Authorities continue to emphasize strict enforcement against drug trafficking, particularly on highways known for narcotics transport.
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I’m Chris Harper, reporting for trfnews.i234.me