Otter Tail County (trfnews.i234.me) – A wave of disturbing and serious charges dominates the current inmate roster at the Otter Tail County Jail as of June 5, 2025. Here’s a breakdown of just some of the most severe cases:
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Zakariya Abdikarim (39): Facing multiple felony drug charges, including possession of over 6 grams of heroin and additional charges in the 2nd, 3rd, and 5th degrees.
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Kaitlyn Jo Carroll (27): Accused of 3rd-degree murder for allegedly selling or distributing Schedule I & II controlled substances.
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Nicky Allen Christensen (64): Serving time for 3rd-degree criminal sexual conduct involving a mentally impaired or helpless victim.
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Kelly Dawn Fodstad (37): Booked on DWI and child endangerment charges—allegedly driving under the influence with a child in danger.
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Gabriel Travis Gamez (39): Charged with 1st-degree drug possession—allegedly caught with over 50 grams of meth or cocaine.
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Ermin Saric (34): Facing charges for 2nd-degree burglary, felony theft, and drug possession.
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Michael Jay Skeim (49): Serving time for refusal of chemical test, driving after cancellation, and multiple prior offenses.
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Jonathan Michael Tripp (62): Identified as a predatory offender for failing to comply with registration laws.
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Margaret Christina Snook (27): Serving a sentence for 3rd-degree burglary—accused of breaking and entering with intent to commit a felony.
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Ronald William Wethington (49): Facing a felony domestic assault charge.
These are just highlights of the dozens of inmates currently behind bars in Otter Tail County, a reflection of the ongoing challenges facing law enforcement and the judicial system.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.
