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Minnesota Hunter Thought Moose Was Deer?

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Minnesota Hunter Thought Moose Was Deer?

Duluth (trfnews.i234.me) — A Duluth man is charged after
investigators say he shot and killed a protected moose while deer hunting in
northeastern Minnesota.

According to a criminal complaint, 37-year-old Dan Nelson admitted to firing at the animal during a recent hunt.

Complaint: Hunter Thought Moose Was a Deer

The incident happened while Nelson was taking part in the firearms deer season.

Investigators say Nelson told them he believed the animal was a deer when he pulled
the trigger.

Once he realized it was a moose, he reported the shooting, according to the
complaint.

Details on the exact date and township were not included in the court filing.

Mugshot of Dan Nelson, Duluth hunter accused in illegal moose shooting

Moose Hunting Banned in Minnesota Since 2012

Moose numbers in Minnesota have dropped sharply over the past two decades.

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources lists moose as a species of
special concern.

State officials ended moose hunting in 2012 because of the shrinking herd.

The ban remains in place, and no licensed moose hunts are allowed in the state.

Information on moose biology and population trends is posted by the DNR at its moose information page.

Hunters are required to know their target and what lies beyond before they shoot.

The DNR stresses this rule in its online hunting regulations handbook.

Charges Filed by Summons, Court Date Set

Court records show Nelson has been charged by summons in state court.

That means he was ordered to appear instead of being booked into jail.

The specific charge relates to taking a protected animal without a permit.

Moose cases can bring fines, restitution, and the loss of hunting privileges.

The complaint says Nelson is scheduled for a first court appearance on February
22.

The hearing will be held in the court serving the northeastern Minnesota county where the case was filed.

More details on possible penalties could be released at that time.

State wildlife officials say cases like this highlight the importance of careful target identification in low light.

They also point to continuing efforts to protect the small remaining moose population across northern Minnesota.

All defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.

St. Paul: Mike Lindell Enters MN Governor Race

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St. Paul: Mike Lindell Enters MN Governor Race

St. Paul (trfnews.i234.me) — MyPillow founder Mike Lindell says he is running for Minnesota governor in 2026. He announced on Thursday, Dec. 11. Lindell is a longtime ally of President Donald Trump.

What Lindell said

Lindell announced his campaign through a post on X and during a broadcast on LindellTV. In his remarks, Lindell said he would push back on what he called fraud under Gov. Tim Walz. He also listed crime, taxes, and schools as key issues.

Mike Lindell
Mike Lindell.

A crowded Republican field

Lindell joins a growing GOP primary field. It includes Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth. It also includes Rep. Kristin Robbins and attorney Chris Madel. Former candidates Kendall Qualls and Scott Jensen are also in the mix.

Walz and other candidates

Gov. Tim Walz, a Democrat, is running for a third term. One third-party candidate, Mike Newcome, has also filed paperwork.

Election timeline

Minnesota’s state primary election is set for Aug. 11, 2026. The general election is set for Nov. 3, 2026. Voters can confirm key dates on the Minnesota Secretary of State’s Elections Calendar.

How to follow the race

Candidate and filing information is also posted by the Secretary of State. See: Become a Candidate and Candidate Filing Periods.

I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.

Laporte Man Charged in Bedroom Shooting Threat

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Laporte Man Charged in Bedroom Shooting Threat

Laporte (trfnews.i234.me) — A Laporte man is facing three felony charges after deputies say he fired several shots into a woman’s bedroom while she slept.

Shots Fired Into Bedroom Window

According to a probable cause statement, the incident occurred on November 25 in Laporte.

Deputies were called after reports of gunfire at a townhome.

The victim told a deputy she had been in bed, taking a nap.

She said the defendant, Justin Oliver Patterson, and her ex-boyfriend were on a nearby
property at the time.

The woman reported hearing five or six shots in quick order.

She said several bullets came through her bedroom window and almost hit her.

The victim told the deputy that Patterson then came to her door.

She said he told her, “I am going to keep doing it until I kill you.”

According to the complaint, he tried to force his way into the house.

The woman said she pushed him back outside, and he left for his father’s home.

Mugshot of Justin Oliver Patterson, Laporte shooting suspect

Deputy Finds Bullet Holes and Glass Injuries

The deputy noted abrasions on the woman’s right shoulder.

Investigators say those injuries came from flying glass during the gunfire.

Inside the bedroom, the deputy saw several bullet holes in the window and walls.

On the outside south wall, the deputy found two bullet impacts.

Another hole was above the bedroom window.

Inside, one bullet had gone through the east window pane and passed over the bed.

That round continued through a tiled shower and into a wall, according to the complaint.

Another bullet that entered above the window was believed to have gone into the attic.

A round through the west window pane traveled through a dresser, the bedroom door, and into a laundry room wall.

One more bullet hole just below the window appeared to line up with the mattress.

The deputy wrote that no exit hole was found in the mattress.

Deputies later searched the scene further as part of the ongoing case.

Three Felony Counts Filed in Hubbard County

Patterson is now charged in Hubbard County District Court with three felony charges.

The charges include assault with a dangerous weapon and threats of violence.

He is also charged with intentionally discharging a firearm in a way that endangers safety.

Information about Minnesota assault and firearm laws is available through the Minnesota Revisor of Statutes.

Online court records can be searched through the state’s Minnesota Judicial Branch website.

Court dates for Patterson’s case had not yet been released at the time of this report.

He remains presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.

Duluth Officer Probed in Assault Allegations

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Duluth Officer Probed in Assault Allegations

Duluth (trfnews.i234.me) — The Duluth Police Department says one of its officers is now under an internal investigation after two sexual assault allegations surfaced.

Department Confirms Internal Probe

City officials confirmed Wednesday that Officer Tyler Leibfried is the subject of an ongoing internal review.

The department said the investigation follows two separate sexual assault complaints involving Officer Tyler Leibfried.

Leaders did not release detailed timelines for the alleged incidents.

Tyler Leibfried remains employed while the review continues, according to the city’s statement.

Officials say employment status and duty assignments could change as more facts are gathered.

The department noted that internal affairs investigators are handling the case under existing city policy.

Duluth police officer under internal investigation

Prosecutors Earlier Declined Criminal Charges

The St. Louis County Attorney’s Office previously reviewed the sexual assault claims.

After that review, prosecutors declined to file criminal charges against Tyler Leibfried.

They did not rule out future action if new evidence appears.

Even without criminal counts, the Duluth Police Department chose to open its own investigation.

Internal reviews can examine policy violations that do not meet criminal standards.

Any discipline from an internal case can range from a firing warning.

Officer Had Earlier Use-of-Force Controversy

Tyler Leibfried was involved in a separate high-profile case earlier this year.

He faced trial for a 2020 shooting that wounded an unarmed man inside a Duluth apartment building.

Investigators said the shot came through a door and the floor during a tense confrontation.

A jury later acquitted the officer of those criminal charges.

After the verdict, an arbitrator reviewed his firing and ordered his return to the force.

The case drew statewide attention to police discipline and appeal processes.

Background on Minnesota police standards is available from the POST Board, which licenses officers in the state.

Next Steps in Internal Case

The Duluth Police Department says it will not release full details while the case is open.

Officials say they want to protect the privacy of the people who made the complaints.

They also say Tyler Leibfried is entitled to due process under labor rules and city contracts.

When the investigation ends, the department may share a summary of its findings.

Anyone who believes they have information about police misconduct can contact the department or city oversight offices.

More information on how Duluth handles internal complaints is posted on the Duluth Police Department website.

I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.

Benton County Semi Crash Kills 69-Year-Old Driver

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Benton County Semi Crash Kills 69-Year-Old Driver

Benton County (trfnews.i234.me) — A 69-year-old man died early Thursday morning after his semi truck crashed along Highway 10 in Benton County, according to an initial report from authorities.

Early Morning Crash Along Highway 10

Officials say the crash happened around 1 a.m. Thursday.

The semi was headed east on Highway 10 when it left the road.

The truck went into the ditch and came to rest off the highway.

No other vehicles were reported to be involved in the crash.

The highway runs through central Minnesota and carries heavy truck traffic.

Conditions at the time of the crash were not immediately released.

Photo related to fatal semi crash in Benton County, Minnesota

Driver Was Not Wearing a Seat Belt

Authorities said the driver was a 69-year-old man.

His name has not yet been released, pending full family notification.

Officials noted that the man was not wearing a seat belt when the semi left the roadway.

Seat belt use is a key factor in surviving serious crashes, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Troopers and first responders pronounced the driver dead at the scene.

No injuries to bystanders or other motorists were reported.

Investigation Into the Cause of the Crash Continues

The exact cause of the crash remains under investigation.

Authorities are expected to review road conditions, vehicle damage, and any possible
mechanical issues with the truck.

Officials may also look at the driver’s work hours and recent travel history.

The crash adds to the yearly count of serious incidents on Minnesota highways.

Data from the Minnesota Department of Transportation show large trucks are involved
in a significant share of fatal crashes each year.

More information about this crash, including the driver’s name and final findings, is expected later Thursday or in the coming days.

Drivers are urged to use seat belts, slow down in low visibility, and watch for
changing road conditions, especially in overnight hours.

I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.

POLK COUNTY ARREST/FIRE REPORT December 11, 2025

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POLK COUNTY ARREST/FIRE REPORT December 11, 2025

The Northwest Regional Corrections Center reported the arrest of the following –

Samantha Anne Learn, 27 of Crookston, for obstructing the legal process

Crookston Fire Calls

Mowled Ahme Adan, 23 for an Immigration and Naturalization Service hold

Tammy Jo York, 52 of Crookston for DUI, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of a controlled substance

Michael Wayne Carter, 40 of Plummer, for harassment – a pattern of harassing conduct

Rochester ‘Worst’ ICE List Raises Questions

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Rochester ‘Worst’ ICE List Raises Questions

Rochester (trfnews.i234.me) — A federal “worst of the worst” list
tied to Rochester is raising new questions about how serious offenders move through
the immigration system.

The list on a U.S. Department of Homeland Security website names 18 people linked to
Rochester. Most were held at the Federal Medical Center or other federal prisons,
not for crimes committed in Olmsted County.

Cartel Hit Man Case Highlights Federal Link

One name on the list is Cesar Contreras-Orosco. Authorities in Mexico accuse him
of working as a drug cartel hit man and tying him to two killings in Chihuahua.

Contreras-Orosco ended up in federal custody at the Federal Medical Center in
Rochester. His case is an example of how high-profile offenders from outside
Minnesota moves through the system here.

Mugshot connected to federal worst-of-the-worst list in Rochester

At least five people on the DHS list were serving time at the medical center when
They were taken into custody by Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or
ICE.

Only one of the 18 people, Admir Vele, has been charged with crimes in Olmsted
County. Court records show Vele stole items from a Rochester gun shop during the
summer of 2024. He also has local convictions for driving while intoxicated and
driving while canceled. ICE now holds him at the Freeborn County Adult Detention
Center.

Another man, Francisco Pena-Gutierrez, was convicted on a drug charge in federal
court in St. Paul. He no longer appears in the federal Bureau of Prisons system
and is not listed in ICE custody.

Many Cases Start in Other States

Most people on the “worst” list were arrested, tried, and first locked up outside
Minnesota. About half were charged and convicted in Texas federal courts, records
show.

Requests for more detail from DHS and the Federal Medical Center were not
returned.

Many names on the list no longer appear in either the federal prison system or
ICE’s online detainee locator. That suggests they moved directly from the
Bureau of Prisons to another federal agency.

Advocates Fear Gaps in Due Process

Immigration law advocates say that kind of quiet transfer can raise serious
due-process concerns.

“Anytime anybody is being moved from any type of system to another … there’s going
to be questions and concerns about whether proper processes are being followed,”
said Julia Decker, policy director at the
Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota in St. Paul.

She said people who go straight from federal prison to another agency might not
See a lawyer or get a hearing to challenge deportation.

Decker said her group’s removal defense team already struggles with cases where
immigration court charges are dropped, but ICE still takes the person into
custody. Her office has also seen major changes since the federal government
scaled back temporary protected status for some immigrants from Central America,
Asia, and Somalia.

As a result, the center has shifted more time toward direct removal defense and
humanitarian claims instead of simple status renewals.

List Details Are Limited and Sometimes Confusing

The DHS “worst” list offers few details beyond basic names and broad offense
labels. It often lacks case numbers or dates of birth.

In some cases, the charges listed on the website do not match the crimes that led
to federal prison sentences.

Eight men on the list were convicted only of illegal reentry to the United States,
according to federal records. On the DHS site, however, their entries include
other alleged offenses.

Decker said it is possible those people faced different charges in lower courts.
She also believes some language on the list may overstate the facts.

“I take everything coming from the federal government right now with a grain of
salt,” she said. “Websites like this often leave out nuance and only highlight
select information.”

For people trying to understand who is being held, and why, that lack of detail
can make an already complex system even harder to follow.

I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.

Horace Area House Fire Kills 64-Year-Old Woman

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Horace Area House Fire Kills 64-Year-Old Woman

Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — A rural Cass County home south of Horace was the scene of a deadly fire Wednesday evening, according to investigators.

Officials say a 64-year-old woman was found dead inside the damaged house after the fire was brought under control.

Homeowner Returns to Find House Filled With Smoke

According to the Cass County Sheriff’s Office, the fire was reported after the homeowner came back to the property.

The homeowner discovered the residence full of smoke and called for help.

First responders and fire crews rushed to the scene in the rural area south of Horace.

Firefighters contained the flames soon after they arrived.

Preliminary observations showed that most of the fire damage was inside the structure, officials said.

Scene of fatal house fire south of Horace in Cass County, North Dakota

Victim Found Inside; Name Not Yet Released

After crews entered the home, they found a woman deceased inside the residence.

Authorities say she was 64 years old.

The Cass County Sheriff’s Office is not releasing her name until family members are fully notified.

Officials have not said if anyone else was inside the house when the fire started.

There were no immediate reports of injuries to firefighters or other responders.

Cause of Fire Still Under Investigation

The exact cause of the fire remains unknown.

The Cass County Sheriff’s Office is working with the North Dakota State Fire Marshal’s Office to study the scene.

Southern Valley Fire and Rescue is also assisting with the investigation and scene control.

Officials say they are reviewing fire patterns and damage inside the structure.

They may also gather statements from neighbors and the homeowner.

The sheriff’s office says more information will be released when it becomes available.

Multiple Agencies Respond to Rural Fire Scene

Several agencies were called to help fight the fire and support the response.

Those agencies included the Cass County Sheriff’s Office, Southern Valley Fire & Rescue, and the West Fargo Fire Department.

The North Dakota Highway Patrol also responded to assist with traffic and scene safety.

Medical crews from Sanford Ambulance were on scene as well.

Southern Valley Fire and Rescue remained at the property after the fire was out.

The department kept control of the scene while investigators worked inside and around the home.

Officials remind residents to check smoke alarms and review fire escape plans, especially during the winter heating season.

I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.

Bemidji Woman Charged in Child Abuse, Filthy Home

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Bemidji Woman Charged in Child Abuse, Filthy Home

Bemidji (trfnews.i234.me) — A 65-year-old Bemidji woman is charged after deputies say a child was assaulted and kept in extreme filth inside a city home.

According to a criminal complaint, Nell Christine Rearick now faces three counts in Beltrami County District Court.

She is charged with child endangerment, contributing to the need for child protection services, and domestic assault.

The case stems from a reported domestic assault on December 9 at a house on 1st Street East in Bemidji.

Deputies Respond to Child Assault Report

Beltrami County Sheriff’s deputies went to the home after a report of domestic assault involving a child.

The complaint says a deputy arrived and found Rearick crying.

She reportedly told the deputy, “I’m sorry; I’ve never gotten this mad and didn’t mean to do it.”

Rearick said the child had a scheduled therapy appointment, but did not want to attend.

She told deputies the child talked back, and she slapped the girl across the face.

The complaint says the girl then kicked toward Rearick.

Rearick said she grabbed the child by the back of the hair and threw her to the kitchen floor.

The child told deputies the assault caused pain and fear.

She said the pain was worst when her hair was pulled and when she was thrown down.

The girl also said she had lived at the home for several years.

Mugshot of Nell Christine Rearick

Deputy Reports Extreme Unsanitary Conditions

Inside the house, the deputy reported what he called severe unsanitary conditions.

According to the complaint, he saw a fresh pile of feces near the front door.

He noted an overwhelming smell of urine and feces that made his sinuses burn.

In the child’s bedroom, he saw animal feces and several cats moving through the room.

He also saw urine stains on the floors that again burned his sinuses and made his eyes water.

The complaint says large amounts of black mold covered areas of the ceiling and walls.

The deputy reported stains on the child’s bed that looked like they came from bed bugs or mold.

In another room, he saw a mound of cat feces soaked with urine.

He wrote that his throat and lungs started to burn after about fifteen minutes inside.

The deputy noted he does not have cat allergies and is not usually sensitive to smells.

Rearick Admits House “Was Getting Bad”

Rearick was arrested and advised of her Miranda rights.

According to the complaint, she admitted the home’s condition “was getting bad.”

She told deputies she expected law enforcement would come at some point.

Rearick said she is not disabled and is able to clean the house.

She also said she needs help from the child to keep the home clean.

Rearick told investigators she is retired and does not work outside the home.

The child was placed on a 72-hour protective hold with social services.

Child protection workers will now review the case and the home conditions.

Information on Minnesota child protection laws is available from the Minnesota Department of Human Services.

Possible Jail Time and Fines

Rearick faces possible jail time and fines if convicted on all counts.

Each gross misdemeanor charge carries a maximum of 364 days in jail or a $3,000 fine.

The misdemeanor domestic assault count carries up to 90 days in jail or a $1,000 fine.

The case is filed in Beltrami County District Court.

Court dates will be set as the case moves forward.

All defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.

I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.

Mason City PI Doubles Reward in Huisentruit Case

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Mason City PI Doubles Reward in Huisentruit Case

Mason City (trfnews.i234.me) — A private investigator who has long followed the Jodi Huisentruit case is raising the reward again, hoping money will finally bring answers in the 29-year-old cold case.

Reward Raised to $100,000 in Long-Running Case

Private investigator Steve Ridge, a former journalist, says he is doubling his reward offer to $100,000.

The reward is for information that leads to the recovery of Huisentruit’s remains.

Ridge told Des Moines station KCCI the larger reward will remain in place through June 27, 2026.

That date will mark 31 years since Huisentruit vanished outside her Mason City apartment building.

Huisentruit was 27 years old when she disappeared in 1995.

She grew up in Long Prairie, Minnesota, and worked as a morning news anchor for KIMT-TV in Mason City.

Evidence at her apartment complex suggested a struggle near her car.

She has never been found and was declared legally dead in 2001.

Image related to the Jodi Huisentruit disappearance case

Recent Search in Minnesota Brought No New Evidence

Ridge’s new reward push comes shortly after another search linked to the case.

The Mason City Police Department recently confirmed that investigators returned to Winsted, Minnesota.

Officers and a K-9 unit searched the site of a former home there in November 2024.

The property is about 40 miles west of the Twin Cities.

Police said the tip involved a former Winsted resident with links to Huisentruit’s past.

Nothing was found at the site, but investigators said it was important to check because the house had been moved.

This was at least the second known search in Winsted for clues in the case.

Details of the search were highlighted in a recent Hulu docuseries about Huisentruit’s disappearance.

The series, produced with cooperation from Mason City police, drew fresh attention to the long-unsolved case.

Private Investigator Adjusts Strategy After Other Case

Ridge has been visible for years as an independent investigator on the Huisentruit case.

He previously raised the reward to $100,000 in 2024 for a short time.

He told KCCI he is renewing that level after seeing what he called “great success” in another cold case.

Ridge offered a $100,000 reward in the 1985 disappearance of eight-year-old Cherrie Mahan in Butler County, Pennsylvania.

He says that the reward brought in strong new leads for the authorities there.

Ridge now hopes the same high-dollar offer in Iowa will reach people who have stayed silent for decades.

“The great success we’ve had with this level of reward in the case of eight-year-old Cherrie Mahan in Butler, Pennsylvania, has encouraged us to try again in Iowa,” Ridge said.

He also told the station he plans to keep more of his findings private from now on.

Ridge said he wants to share new information first with law enforcement and prosecutors.

“Now the goal is arming authorities with the evidence and testimony needed for indictments,” he said.

Anyone with information about the case can contact Mason City police or the team behind FindJodi.com, which tracks tips and updates.

I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.

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