Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Joseph Robert Thompson, born October 8, 2001, has been charged with first-degree criminal sexual conduct under Minnesota statute 609.342.1(a). The allegations involve penetration or contact with a person under the age of 13, where the accused is more than 36 months older than the victim. The charges were filed on November 8, 2024. Legal proceedings are ongoing, and further updates are expected as the case progresses.
Law enforcement and legal authorities in Minnesota continue to prioritize the investigation and prosecution of cases involving the protection of minors. This case underscores the severity of the penalties associated with such offenses under state law.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for trfnews.i234.me