Moorhead (trfnews.i234.me) — Cynthia Rose Rugenstein, age 21, was taken into custody by the Moorhead Police Department on serious charges tied to domestic violence and court order violations.
Charges Filed:
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Domestic Assault Causing Great Bodily Harm and/or Using or Threatening with a Weapon
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DANCO Violation
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DANCO Violation Within 10 Years of 2 or More Convictions
Rugenstein is accused of violating a Domestic Abuse No Contact Order (DANCO) and committing an assault involving the use or threat of a weapon, resulting in allegations of great bodily harm. Authorities also cite a pattern of prior DANCO violations.
She remains in custody pending court hearings.
I’m Chris Harper, and I’m reporting for TRF News.
Did you know?
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In Minnesota, domestic assault involving a weapon elevates the charge to a felony.
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Repeated DANCO violations can result in enhanced penalties, including mandatory prison time.
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DANCO orders are issued by courts to protect domestic violence victims from further harm or harassment.