Offender Profile Track Offender Offender Primary Information Name: STERNBERG, BRIAN KEITH Aliases: Birthdate: 1968 Sex: MALE Race: WHITE Height: 5′ 10″ Weight: 170 LBS Eye Color: BROWN Hair Color: BROWN Skin: LIGHT Registration Expiration: LIFETIME Risk Level: HIGH Registration Status: REGISTERED Ethnicity: NON-HISPANIC OR NOT LATINO Scars, Marks & Tattoos Observed Category Item/Location Description 3/6/2023… Continue reading STERNBERG, BRIAN KEITH Sex Offender
THOMAS, LUTHER CORNELIUS Sex Offender
Offender Profile Track Offender Offender Primary Information Name: THOMAS, LUTHER CORNELIUS Aliases: THOMAS, LUTHER SR Birthdate: 1959 Sex: MALE Race: AMERICAN INDIAN Height: 5′ 9″ Weight: 190 LBS Eye Color: BROWN Hair Color: BLACK Skin: DARK BROWN Registration Expiration: 7/12/2027 Risk Level: LOW Registration Status: REGISTERED Ethnicity: NON-HISPANIC OR NOT LATINO Scars, Marks & Tattoos… Continue reading THOMAS, LUTHER CORNELIUS
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GERTCHER, DANIEL ALAN Sex Offender
Offender Profile Track Offender Offender Primary Information Name: GERTCHER, DANIEL ALAN Aliases: Birthdate: 1986 Sex: MALE Race: WHITE Height: 5′ 10″ Weight: 202 LBS Eye Color: BLUE Hair Color: BLOND OR STRAWBERRY Skin: FAIR Registration Expiration: LIFETIME Risk Level: MODERATE Registration Status: REGISTERED Ethnicity: NON-HISPANIC OR NOT LATINO Scars, Marks & Tattoos Observed Category Item/Location… Continue reading GERTCHER, DANIEL ALAN Sex Offender
SKOW, AUSTIN JOSEPH Sex Offender
Offender Profile Track Offender Offender Primary Information Name: SKOW, AUSTIN JOSEPH Aliases: Birthdate: 2001 Sex: MALE Race: WHITE Height: 6′ 0″ Weight: 150 LBS Eye Color: BROWN Hair Color: BROWN Skin: FAIR Registration Expiration: 10/9/2038 Risk Level: LOW Registration Status: INCARCERATED Ethnicity: NON-HISPANIC OR NOT LATINO Scars, Marks & Tattoos Observed Category Item/Location Description 2/13/2026… Continue reading SKOW, AUSTIN JOSEPH
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HELGESON, ANDREW SCOTT Sex Offender
Offender Profile Track Offender Offender Primary Information Name: HELGESON, ANDREW SCOTT Aliases: HELGESON, ANDREW HELGESON, ANDY Birthdate: 1979 Sex: MALE Race: WHITE Height: 6′ 3″ Weight: 210 LBS Eye Color: BROWN Hair Color: BLACK Skin: Registration Expiration: Risk Level: UNDETERMINED Registration Status: INCARCERATED Ethnicity: UNDETERMINED Scars, Marks & Tattoos Observed Category Item/Location Description 3/20/2026 SC… Continue reading HELGESON, ANDREW SCOTT
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AGARD, AUSTIN LOUIS Sex Offender
Offender Profile Track Offender Offender Primary Information Name: AGARD, AUSTIN LOUIS Aliases: Birthdate: 1987 Sex: MALE Race: AMERICAN INDIAN Height: 5′ 7″ Weight: 165 LBS Eye Color: BROWN Hair Color: BROWN Skin: LIGHT Registration Expiration: 7/24/2044 Risk Level: MODERATE Registration Status: INCARCERATED Ethnicity: NON-HISPANIC OR NOT LATINO Scars, Marks & Tattoos Observed Category Item/Location Description… Continue reading AGARD, AUSTIN LOUIS
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VERHASSELT, AUSTIN NATHANIEL Sex Offender
Offender Profile Track Offender Offender Primary Information Name: VERHASSELT, AUSTIN NATHANIEL Aliases: SLAGLE, AUSTIN NATHANIEL VERHASSELT, AUSTIN N Birthdate: 1986 Sex: MALE Race: WHITE Height: 6′ 0″ Weight: 150 LBS Eye Color: GREEN Hair Color: BROWN Skin: FAIR Registration Expiration: LIFETIME Risk Level: HIGH Registration Status: REGISTERED Ethnicity: NON-HISPANIC OR NOT LATINO Scars, Marks &… Continue reading VERHASSELT, AUSTIN NATHANIEL
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KUNTZ, JESSE LEE Sex Offender
Offender Profile Track Offender Offender Primary Information Name: KUNTZ, JESSE LEE Aliases: KUNTS, JESSE LEE KUNTZ, JESSE L Birthdate: 1988 Sex: MALE Race: WHITE Height: 5′ 4″ Weight: 222 LBS Eye Color: BLUE Hair Color: BROWN Skin: FAIR Registration Expiration: LIFETIME Risk Level: MODERATE Registration Status: REGISTERED Ethnicity: NON-HISPANIC OR NOT LATINO Scars, Marks &… Continue reading KUNTZ, JESSE LEE
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GREATHOUSE, DENNIS WAYNE Sex Offender
Offender Profile Track Offender Offender Primary Information Name: GREATHOUSE, DENNIS WAYNE Aliases: GREENHOUSE, DENNIS WAYNE Birthdate: 1981 Sex: MALE Race: WHITE Height: 6′ 0″ Weight: 230 LBS Eye Color: HAZEL Hair Color: BLACK Skin: Registration Expiration: Risk Level: UNDETERMINED Registration Status: REGISTERED Ethnicity: UNDETERMINED Scars, Marks & Tattoos Observed Category Item/Location Description 3/12/2026 TAT BACK… Continue reading GREATHOUSE, DENNIS WAYNE
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KLEIN, CHAD MICHAEL Sex Offender
Offender Profile Track Offender Offender Primary Information Name: KLEIN, CHAD MICHAEL Aliases: Birthdate: 1970 Sex: MALE Race: WHITE Height: 6′ 0″ Weight: 200 LBS Eye Color: HAZEL Hair Color: BROWN Skin: MEDIUM Registration Expiration: LIFETIME Risk Level: HIGH Registration Status: REGISTERED Ethnicity: NON-HISPANIC OR NOT LATINO Scars, Marks & Tattoos Observed Category Item/Location Description 11/30/2000… Continue reading KLEIN, CHAD MICHAEL
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East Grand Forks Man Charged After Home Fight
East Grand Forks, Polk County (trfnews.i234.me) — An East Grand Forks man is facing two felony charges after a violent fight early March 13, according to a criminal complaint. Daniel Caleb Demery is charged in Polk County with domestic assault by strangulation and threats of violence. Court records say the alleged assault happened at a… Continue reading East Grand Forks Man Charged After Home Fight
GUMS, PRESTON SCOTT Sex Offender
Offender Profile Track Offender Offender Primary Information Name: GUMS, PRESTON SCOTT Aliases: Birthdate: 2000 Sex: MALE Race: WHITE Height: 5′ 10″ Weight: 195 LBS Eye Color: BROWN Hair Color: BLOND OR STRAWBERRY Skin: FAIR Registration Expiration: Risk Level: UNDETERMINED Registration Status: INCARCERATED Ethnicity: NON-HISPANIC OR NOT LATINO Scars, Marks & Tattoos Observed Category Item/Location Description… Continue reading GUMS, PRESTON SCOTT
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BURKLE, CHAD PHILIP Sex Offender
Offender Profile Track Offender Offender Primary Information Name: BURKLE, CHAD PHILIP Aliases: Birthdate: 1988 Sex: MALE Race: WHITE Height: 5′ 7″ Weight: 170 LBS Eye Color: BLUE Hair Color: BROWN Skin: LIGHT Registration Expiration: LIFETIME Risk Level: HIGH Registration Status: INCARCERATED Ethnicity: HISPANIC OR LATINO Scars, Marks & Tattoos Observed Category Item/Location Description No information… Continue reading BURKLE, CHAD PHILIP
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DOMINGUEZ, RICARDO Sex Offender
Offender Profile Track Offender Offender Primary Information Name: DOMINGUEZ, RICARDO Aliases: Birthdate: 1980 Sex: MALE Race: WHITE Height: 6′ 0″ Weight: 232 LBS Eye Color: BROWN Hair Color: UNKNOWN OR COMPLETELY BALD Skin: LIGHT BROWN Registration Expiration: 3/11/2051 Risk Level: MODERATE Registration Status: REGISTERED Ethnicity: HISPANIC OR LATINO Scars, Marks & Tattoos Observed Category Item/Location… Continue reading DOMINGUEZ, RICARDO
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FINLEY JR, RAYMOND OLIVER Sex Offender
Offender Profile Track Offender Offender Primary Information Name: FINLEY JR, RAYMOND OLIVER Aliases: Birthdate: 1975 Sex: MALE Race: AMERICAN INDIAN Height: 5′ 11″ Weight: 270 LBS Eye Color: BROWN Hair Color: GRAY OR PARTIALLY GRAY Skin: Registration Expiration: LIFETIME Risk Level: MODERATE Registration Status: REGISTERED Ethnicity: NON-HISPANIC OR NOT LATINO Scars, Marks & Tattoos Observed… Continue reading FINLEY JR, RAYMOND OLIVER
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Crookston Woman Charged After Late-Night Pursuit
Crookston, Polk County (trfnews.i234.me) A Crookston woman now faces four charges after a traffic stop turned into a short pursuit. According to a criminal complaint, 42-year-old Jennie Gutierrez is charged with felony fleeing police in a motor vehicle. She also faces third-degree DWI, open bottle, and driving after revocation charges. What the complaint says The complaint… Continue reading Crookston Woman Charged After Late-Night Pursuit
Warroad Woman Charged In Check Swindle Case
Warroad, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — A Warroad woman faces a gross misdemeanor theft charge in Roseau County District Court. According to a criminal complaint, 33-year-old Mariah Lynn Lane is charged with theft by swindle. Prosecutors allege she deposited two payroll checks electronically and later cashed those same checks in person. The complaint says the case involves… Continue reading Warroad Woman Charged In Check Swindle Case
Warroad Man Charged In Roseau County DWI
Roseau County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Warroad man is facing two gross misdemeanor DWI charges after a traffic stop in Roseau County, according to a criminal complaint filed in Minnesota’s 9th Judicial District. The defendant is identified as Aaron Laverne Knutson, 36, of Warroad. Prosecutors charged Knutson with operating a motor vehicle while under the influence… Continue reading Warroad Man Charged In Roseau County DWI
Roseau Man Charged After Highway 11 DWI
Roseau County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Roseau man is facing two gross misdemeanor DWI charges after a traffic stop on Highway 11 in Roseau County, according to a criminal complaint filed in Minnesota District Court. Prosecutors charged Bret Dennis Sabourin, 49, of Roseau, with driving under the influence of alcohol and driving with an alcohol concentration… Continue reading Roseau Man Charged After Highway 11 DWI
Warroad Man Charged After 105 MPH Police Chase
Warroad, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — A Warroad man is facing a felony charge after a high-speed chase early Saturday morning, according to a criminal complaint filed in Roseau County. Court records identify the defendant as Jasiel Fernandez, 23, of Warroad. Prosecutors charged Fernandez with fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle. The case was filed… Continue reading Warroad Man Charged After 105 MPH Police Chase
Roseau Man Charged After Meth Found in Stop
ROSEAU COUNTY, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — A Warroad man faces a felony drug charge after a traffic stop in Roseau, according to a criminal complaint. The charge was filed in Minnesota District Court. Chimmy Keomany, 43, of Warroad, is charged with fifth-degree drug possession. Court records say the case was filed in Roseau County. Prosecutors allege… Continue reading Roseau Man Charged After Meth Found in Stop
Warren: Aaron Goff Charged After Garage Gunfire
WARREN, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — Aaron David Goff faces two felony charges after a gunfire call in Warren. The charges were filed in Marshall County District Court. Court records say Goff fired a handgun into a garage on March 18. The shot hit a vehicle. Wendy Goff and others nearby were scared, the complaint said. Goff… Continue reading Warren: Aaron Goff Charged After Garage Gunfire
Thief River Falls Man Charged in Home Assault
Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — Kaiden Thomas Kruta faces four charges after a reported assault at a home in Thief River Falls. A criminal complaint says the case began on March 19, 2026. The charges include harassment, domestic assault, and two fifth-degree assault counts. Court records say the case started after a report of an assault… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Charged in Home Assault
Larry Weber, 67
Larry Weber of Goodridge, MN passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at his home in Goodridge, MN. Funeral service for Larry will be held 11: 00 AM on Friday, March 27, 2026 at Ekelund Lutheran Church near Goodridge, MN with Reverend Kris Snyder officiating. Burial will be held at Ekelund Church Cemetery. Visitation will… Continue reading Larry Weber, 67
Dean Philipp, 70
Dean Edward Philipp passed away Monday, March 16, 2026 at his home in Thief River Falls, MN.. Funeral service for Dean will be held 1:00 PM on Monday, March 30, 2026 at Johnson Funeral Service in Thief river Falls, MN with Reverend Kristin Ostercamp officiating. Burial will be held at Greenwood Cemetery in Thief River… Continue reading Dean Philipp, 70
Mark Schaumburg, 69
Mark Schaumburg, born April 22, 1956, in Fosston, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2026, in Fargo, North Dakota. He was surrounded by his loving family. A devoted and hardworking individual, Mark’s life was marked by dedication to his work and his family. Mark was a graduate of Mahnomen High School and he furthered… Continue reading Mark Schaumburg, 69
Billie Blankenfeld, 93
Fourtown – Billie Dean Blankenfeld, age 93, of Fourtown, passed away on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. A private family service and burial will be held at Lone Oak Cemetery, rural Fourtown, at a later date. Condolences may be sent at www.johnsonfuneralservice.com.
Joseph McMullen, 74
Thief River Falls – Joseph “Joe” McMullen, 74, of Thief River Falls, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026 at Sanford Hospital in Fargo, ND surrounded by his loving family. Joe McMullen was born on September 14, 1951, in St. James, the son of Donald and Anna (McMorrow) McMullen with his twin sister, Joann. Joe… Continue reading Joseph McMullen, 74
Fargo Killing Case Paused for Mental Exams
Fargo (trfnews.i234.me) — A Fargo man charged in the death of his girlfriend will undergo two mental health evaluations before his case moves forward in court. Joshua Alexander Hite, 21, is accused of killing Isadora Wengel, 24, of West Fargo, in early January. A Cass County judge signed the orders on Monday, March 16. Court… Continue reading Fargo Killing Case Paused for Mental Exams
Fargo: Ex-Deputy Gets 18-Month Sentence
Fargo (trfnews.i234.me) — Former Cass County sheriff’s deputy Carson Theodore Quam has been sentenced to 18 months in prison. The sentence follows his guilty plea to five counts involving child sex abuse material. Judge Daniel Narum handed down the sentence on Wednesday, March 18, in Cass County District Court. Quam, 27, of McHenry, North Dakota,… Continue reading Fargo: Ex-Deputy Gets 18-Month Sentence
Fargo Couple Charged in Child Neglect Case
Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Fargo couple is facing felony child neglect charges after authorities said two young children were found living in filthy and unsafe conditions inside a Fargo home. Branden Alexander Brekkestran, 33, and Silas Marshall Eells, 28, were each charged Monday in Cass County District Court. Each faces one count of… Continue reading Fargo Couple Charged in Child Neglect Case
POLK COUNTY ARREST/FIRE REPORT March 20, 2026
The Northwest Regional Corrections Center in Crookston reported the arrest of the following – Jesse James Donarski, 33 of Climax, for third-degree DUI with one aggravating factor. Crookston Fire Calls Fire Report On Wednesday, March 18th, at 12 p.m., the Crookston Fire Department responded to the 400th block of Jackson Avenue to assist EMS. On scene,… Continue reading POLK COUNTY ARREST/FIRE REPORT March 20, 2026
Beverly Martindale, 67
Beverly Martindale, 67, a cherished member of her Red Lake Falls community, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026, in Fargo, North Dakota. Born on November 1, 1958, in Mayville, Michigan, Beverly’s life was marked by resilience, dedication, and a vibrant spirit that touched those around her. Raised alongside her sister Deb by their loving… Continue reading Beverly Martindale, 67
POLK COUNTY ARREST/FIRE REPORT March 20, 2026
The Northwest Regional Corrections Center in Crookston reported the arrest of the following – Jesse James Donarski, 33 of Climax, for third-degree DUI with one aggravating factor. Crookston Fire Calls Fire Report On Wednesday, March 18th, at 12 p.m., the Crookston Fire Department responded to the 400th block of Jackson Avenue to assist EMS. On scene,… Continue reading POLK COUNTY ARREST/FIRE REPORT March 20, 2026
Detroit Lakes Driver Jailed in TikTok Death
Detroit Lakes (trfnews.i234.me) — A 21-year-old rural Detroit Lakes woman has been sentenced after a deadly distracted driving crash that killed an 81-year-old pedestrian. Mariska Kay Nunn was sentenced in Becker County District Court on a felony count of criminal vehicular homicide. Court records said she drove in a grossly negligent manner when the crash… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Driver Jailed in TikTok Death
Fargo Man Charged After Knife, Bleach Threats
FARGO (trfnews.i234.me) — A Fargo man is facing several charges after police said he attacked a woman inside an apartment, threatened her with a knife, and fought officers during his arrest. George Roy, of Fargo, was arrested after officers responded to a disturbance call at a Fargo apartment. A woman inside the home had called… Continue reading Fargo Man Charged After Knife, Bleach Threats
Fergus Falls Man Charged in Child Abuse Image Case
Fergus Falls, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — A Fergus Falls man faces two felony charges after a long investigation, court records say. The case centers on alleged child abuse images. Lesley Glenn Nielsen, 53, was taken into custody on Thursday, March 5. Prosecutors charged him with two counts of possession of pornographic work involving minors. Each count… Continue reading Fergus Falls Man Charged in Child Abuse Image Case
Valley City Fatal Hit-and-Run Suspect in Court
Barnes County (trfnews.i234.me) — A 22-year-old man faces charges in a deadly hit-and-run case near Valley City. First Court Appearance Garrett Kuntz made his first court appearance Thursday in Barnes County District Court. The case involves a fatal crash along Interstate 94. Prosecutors say Kuntz hit a man who was walking west of Valley City.… Continue reading Valley City Fatal Hit-and-Run Suspect in Court
West Fargo Man Gets 20 Years in Drug Case
West Fargo (trfnews.i234.me) — A West Fargo man will spend 20 years in federal prison after pleading guilty in a major meth and fentanyl case. Austin Muck, 32, was sentenced Tuesday, March 17, in U.S. District Court. He admitted guilt on federal drug trafficking charges. Court records said the case involved large amounts of methamphetamine… Continue reading West Fargo Man Gets 20 Years in Drug Case
Moorhead Detox Case: Man Charged After Assault
Clay County (trfnews.i234.me) — A St. Cloud man faces four charges after two incidents in Moorhead on March 13. Faron Louis Clark, 32, was charged Monday in Clay County District Court. The charges include felony fifth-degree assault. He also faces fifth-degree criminal sexual conduct, obstructing legal process, and disorderly conduct. Disturbance call in Moorhead The… Continue reading Moorhead Detox Case: Man Charged After Assault
Dennis Borgen, 77
Langdon, ND – Dennis Borgen, 77, of Langdon, ND, passed away on Monday, March 2, 2026, at Altru Health in Grand Forks, ND. Dennis was born August 11, 1948, in Langdon, ND, to Ralph and Dora (McLean) Borgen. He grew up and attended school in Hannah, ND, graduating in 1966. He continued his education at… Continue reading Dennis Borgen, 77
Thief River Falls Man Charged With Third-Degree DWI
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — A Thief River Falls man is facing a third-degree DWI charge after a report of an intoxicated driver on March 15. According to the report, police received a call at about 12:15 p.m. The caller said an intoxicated driver was trying to leave the Domino’s parking lot. The suspect was… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Charged With Third-Degree DWI
Thief River Falls Man Charged in DWI Arrest
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — A Thief River Falls man is facing a third-degree DWI charge after a traffic stop early March 14, according to a criminal complaint. Traffic Stop Near Third Street The stop happened at about 1:23 a.m. near Third Street and LaBree Avenue. Police arrested Kyle Lewis Erickson, 23, of Thief River… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Charged in DWI Arrest
POLK COUNTY ARREST/FIRE REPORT March 19, 2026
The Northwest Regional Corrections Center in Crookston reported the arrest of the following – Patrick Bryan Scott Jr., 38 of Erskine, for domestic abuse-violating order for protection. Crookston Fire Calls Fire Report
Thief River Falls Man Arrested After Assault Call
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — A Thief River Falls man was arrested after an assault report early on March 11, according to a citation. Tyrus Mathew Olson, 28, of Thief River Falls, was cited for disorderly conduct. He was later arrested after police responded to 823 Duluth Ave. N. Early Morning Call Police received the… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Arrested After Assault Call
Thief River Falls Men Cited After Fight
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Two Thief River Falls men have been cited after a reported disturbance on Dewey Avenue, according to police records. Police received the report at 1:32 p.m. on March 9. Officers were called to 721 Dewey Ave. after a disturbance was reported at the address. Two Men Cited Zachary John Haugen,… Continue reading Thief River Falls Men Cited After Fight
Thief River Falls Man Arrested in HRO Case
Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Thief River Falls man was arrested late March 7 after a reported harassment restraining order violation, according to the sheriff’s office. Reported Violation Late Friday Night The incident was reported at 10:22 p.m. on March 7. According to the report, the sheriff’s office received a complaint of a harassment restraining… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Arrested in HRO Case
Thief River Falls Driver Escapes Icy Crash
Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Thief River Falls woman avoided injury after her SUV slid off an icy road in Pennington County and tipped onto its side. Crash Reported Thursday Afternoon The crash happened on March 6 at about 1:31 p.m. Deputies received a report of a vehicle accident near 120th Avenue Northwest and 200th… Continue reading Thief River Falls Driver Escapes Icy Crash
Thief River Falls Man Charged After Secret Recording
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — A 43-year-old Thief River Falls man has been charged after a reported privacy violation on March 15. The case involves allegations that he recorded two people during sexual activity without their consent. What the Complaint Says According to the complaint, Nathan Lewis Fillback was at a home with two other… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Charged After Secret Recording
Thief River Falls Woman Faces Drug, DWI Charges
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — A Thief River Falls woman now faces felony drug and misdemeanor DWI charges after a late-night traffic stop on March 7. Traffic Stop Near First Street and Main Avenue According to the criminal complaint, police stopped a vehicle at about 11:15 p.m. The stop happened near First Street and Main… Continue reading Thief River Falls Woman Faces Drug, DWI Charges
Thief River Falls Area Crash Sends 3 to Hospital
Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — Three people were hurt in a rollover crash on an icy road in Pennington County on March 6. The crash happened at about 1:13 p.m. near the intersection of Center Street East and 240th Avenue Southeast. What Happened According to the report, Nancy Johnson of Ponemah was driving a 2012 Dodge… Continue reading Thief River Falls Area Crash Sends 3 to Hospital
Thief River Falls Man Charged After Assault
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — A Thief River Falls man is facing felony and misdemeanor charges after a reported assault at a woman’s apartment in Pennington County. Jose Maximo Martinez, 29, has been charged with felony domestic assault by strangulation and misdemeanor domestic assault. He was arrested following the reported incident. Charges Filed In Pennington… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Charged After Assault
Thief River Falls Court Roundup: DWI, Fines
Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — Court records from Pennington County show a mix of criminal and traffic cases tied to Thief River Falls and nearby communities. The latest filings include a DWI sentence, several traffic fines, a fish and wildlife case, and two dismissed matters. The most serious case involved Dangelo William Benais, 26, of Thief… Continue reading Thief River Falls Court Roundup: DWI, Fines
Mentor Man Faces 6 Child Sexual Abuse Material Charges
Mentor, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — A 22-year-old Mentor man is facing six felony charges in Polk County after investigators said they found more than 300 files of suspected child sexual abuse material on his phone. Scott Lee Tyler was charged in Polk County District Court with six felony counts of possession of child sexual abuse material… Continue reading Mentor Man Faces 6 Child Sexual Abuse Material Charges
Fargo Popeyes Robbery Charge Goes Federal
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A Fargo man now faces a federal robbery charge after a Jan. 3 case at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Fargo. A federal grand jury indicted Phillip D. Parks, 36, on one count of Hobbs Act robbery. Court records say the indictment was filed Jan. 28 in the U.S. District Court for… Continue reading Fargo Popeyes Robbery Charge Goes Federal
West Fargo Man Charged After 100+ Abuse Files Found
West Fargo (trfnews.i234.me) A West Fargo man is in jail after a search of his home. Investigators said they found more than 100 files of suspected child sexual abuse material. Lawrence Basil Mihu II faces three felony counts of possession of certain prohibited materials, according to court records. Investigation Began In February The case began… Continue reading West Fargo Man Charged After 100+ Abuse Files Found
Grand Forks County: Fargo Man Gets 20-Year Drug Term
Grand Forks County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Fargo man was sentenced after a traffic stop in Grand Forks County led to major drug charges. Ronald Allen Ellis, 61, was sentenced Monday, March 2. Court records show he received a 20-year prison sentence. He must serve three years first. He also received credit for 137 days already… Continue reading Grand Forks County: Fargo Man Gets 20-Year Drug Term
Polk County Cocaine Case Moves Ahead
Polk County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Fargo man has pleaded not guilty in a Polk County drug case. The case also includes fleeing and impaired driving charges. Correll Juoquin Wright, 43, waived his omnibus hearing on Tuesday, March 3. He then entered a not guilty plea in court. Wright faces three felony charges. They include first-degree… Continue reading Polk County Cocaine Case Moves Ahead
Red Lake Falls Area Calls: Order, Dogs, Ditch Aid
Red Lake County (trfnews.i234.me) — The Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office handled several calls between March 7 and March 12. The incidents included an order complaint, a juvenile call, loose dogs, and weather-related motorist assists. Order Complaint Still Under Review On the evening of March 7, a Gervais Township resident reported a possible violation of… Continue reading Red Lake Falls Area Calls: Order, Dogs, Ditch Aid
Cass Lake Woman Charged in DWI With Kids in Car
Cass Lake (trfnews.i234.me) A Cass Lake woman faces two gross misdemeanor charges after a March 10 traffic stop, according to a criminal complaint filed in Cass County District Court. Alicia Nicole Kamrowski is charged with driving while impaired by a controlled substance. She is also charged with driving after cancellation as inimical to public safety.… Continue reading Cass Lake Woman Charged in DWI With Kids in Car
Bagley Woman Charged After Home Assault
Bagley, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) Jessica Jo Randberg of Mahnomen faces felony and misdemeanor charges. The charges stem from a March 4 incident at a Bagley home. The case was filed in Clearwater County. What Happened Prosecutors charged Randberg with first-degree burglary and fifth-degree assault. The burglary count says another person was inside the home when she… Continue reading Bagley Woman Charged After Home Assault
Naytahwaush Woman Charged After Leaving Treatment
Mahnomen County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Naytahwaush woman is facing a gross misdemeanor charge after prosecutors said she left treatment during a jail furlough. Giselle Lee Lyons, 38, was charged with escape from custody. The case was filed in Mahnomen County District Court. The charge is tied to Minnesota Statute 609.485. What the complaint says According… Continue reading Naytahwaush Woman Charged After Leaving Treatment
Mahnomen County Man Charged in Sex Assault Case
Mahnomen County (trfnews.i234.me) A Detroit Lakes man faces two charges after a March 7, 2026, assault report in Mahnomen County. Prosecutors charged Keith Vernon Bigeagle, 38, with third-degree criminal sexual conduct and domestic assault. The complaint was filed in Minnesota’s 9th Judicial District. The court file is 44-CR-26-120. The felony count cites Minnesota Statute 609.344. The… Continue reading Mahnomen County Man Charged in Sex Assault Case
Bemidji Man Charged In Fentanyl, Meth Case
Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Bemidji-area drug case has led to a felony charge against Fabian Dean Rosebear, 33, of Ponemah, according to a criminal complaint filed in Beltrami County District Court. Rosebear is charged with fifth-degree drug possession. Prosecutors allege he possessed mixtures containing fentanyl and methamphetamine on or about March 2, 2026. The… Continue reading Bemidji Man Charged In Fentanyl, Meth Case
Bemidji Man Charged In Laundromat Assault
Bemidji, Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Bemidji-area man is facing a felony charge after an alleged assault at a local laundromat, according to a criminal complaint filed in Beltrami County District Court. James Edward King, 53, of Red Lake, has been charged with third-degree assault causing substantial bodily harm. The charge is a felony under… Continue reading Bemidji Man Charged In Laundromat Assault
Bemidji Man Charged With Fentanyl, Gun Crimes
Bemidji (trfnews.i234.me) — A Bemidji case has led to serious felony charges against Demarcus James Freeman, 34, after a traffic stop on Highway 71, according to a criminal complaint filed in Minnesota’s court system. Freeman is charged in Beltrami County District Court with second-degree drug possession and illegal firearm possession by a person barred from… Continue reading Bemidji Man Charged With Fentanyl, Gun Crimes
Bemidji Woman Charged in Meth Possession Case
Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Bemidji woman is facing a felony drug charge after an arrest late on March 7, 2026, according to a criminal complaint filed in Beltrami County District Court. Overview The defendant is identified as Lillie Rae Kise, 46, of Bemidji. Court records list her as homeless with no mailing address. Kise… Continue reading Bemidji Woman Charged in Meth Possession Case
Bemidji Father Charged In Child Endangerment Case
Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) A Bemidji man now faces four gross misdemeanor charges in a child endangerment case. Court records identify the defendant as Phillip Duwayne Jones. The complaint was filed in Beltrami County District Court. According to the complaint, the charges cover four children. The case lists the alleged conduct between July 9, 2025, and… Continue reading Bemidji Father Charged In Child Endangerment Case
Bemidji Woman Charged After DWI Drug Arrest
Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) A Bemidji woman now faces two charges after a February traffic stop in Beltrami County. According to a criminal complaint, Kristan Jean Raymond, 46, was charged in Minnesota District Court. She faces a felony count of fifth-degree drug possession. She also faces a gross misdemeanor count of DWI test refusal. The case… Continue reading Bemidji Woman Charged After DWI Drug Arrest
Bemidji Man Charged After .21 DWI Arrest
Bemidji (trfnews.i234.me) A Bemidji man is facing a gross misdemeanor DWI charge after a late-night traffic stop in Beltrami County, according to a criminal complaint filed in Ninth Judicial District Court. The complaint names Cheyenne John Waybenais Jr., 23, of Bemidji. Court records show the charge stems from a stop early on March 7, 2026.… Continue reading Bemidji Man Charged After .21 DWI Arrest
Bemidji Man Charged in Fentanyl DWI Case
Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Bemidji traffic stop has led to drug and DWI charges against Antonio James Whipps Jr. A criminal complaint filed in Beltrami County District Court says the case stems from July 14, 2024. The court file is 04-CR-25-1127. Prosecutors charged Whipps with fifth-degree drug possession and driving while impaired. Both charges… Continue reading Bemidji Man Charged in Fentanyl DWI Case
Bemidji Woman Charged After Fentanyl DWI Stop
Bemidji (trfnews.i234.me) — A Bemidji woman is facing two charges after a late-night traffic stop in Beltrami County, according to a criminal complaint filed in District Court. Traffic Stop in Bemidji Prosecutors allege Rasharon Kaye King, 18, was stopped at about 11:50 p.m. on March 7, 2026. The stop happened near Paul Bunyan Drive NW… Continue reading Bemidji Woman Charged After Fentanyl DWI Stop
Bemidji Man Charged In $2,490 Check Forgery
Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Beltrami County criminal complaint says Amando Morales faces a felony check forgery charge after a check was allegedly changed and cashed in Bemidji. According to the complaint, the case was filed in the Minnesota District Court in Beltrami County District Court. The charge is check forgery under Minnesota Statute 609.631.… Continue reading Bemidji Man Charged In $2,490 Check Forgery
Shevlin Man Charged in DWI, Gun Case
Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Shevlin man now faces two gross misdemeanor charges in Beltrami County. The charges followed a traffic stop on March 7, 2026, according to a criminal complaint. Court records identify the defendant as William Grover Masterson, 32, of Shevlin. Prosecutors charged Masterson with carrying or possessing a pistol in a public… Continue reading Shevlin Man Charged in DWI, Gun Case
POLK COUNTY ARREST/FIRE REPORT March 16, 2026
The Northwest Regional Corrections Center in Crookston reported the arrest of the following – Bryan Randall Fischer, 35 of Ada, for misdemeanor domestic assault. Commit act to cause fear of immediate bodily harm or death. Crookston Fire Calls Shawn Michael Schweigert, 34, for third-degree drug possession in a school/park/or public housing zone. Jailyn Ariann Haller,… Continue reading POLK COUNTY ARREST/FIRE REPORT March 16, 2026
Thief River Falls Woman Charged In Meth Case
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — A Thief River Falls woman now faces two felony drug charges in Pennington County. Court records identify the defendant as Bobbi Jo Garfve, 51, of Thief River Falls. What The Complaint Says A criminal complaint says police stopped a vehicle on March 7, 2026, after seeing a revoked registration. The… Continue reading Thief River Falls Woman Charged In Meth Case
East Grand Forks Woman Faces Forged Check Charge
East Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) — An East Grand Forks woman is facing a felony charge in Polk County after prosecutors alleged she cashed forged checks tied to a closed business account. According to a criminal complaint, Alixee Rose Bushman was charged with offering a forged check. The charge is tied to checks that investigators said… Continue reading East Grand Forks Woman Faces Forged Check Charge
East Grand Forks Man Charged in Spud Jr Vandalism
East Grand Forks, Polk County (trfnews.i234.me) Christopher Lee Wick has been charged in Polk County District Court after prosecutors said he caused major damage at The Spud Jr. in East Grand Forks. According to a criminal complaint, Wick faces one felony count of first-degree criminal damage to property. Prosecutors say the damage was more than… Continue reading East Grand Forks Man Charged in Spud Jr Vandalism
Crookston Man Charged After .18 DWI Stop
Crookston, Polk County (trfnews.i234.me) Christopher Jon Domier, 45, of Crookston, faces gross misdemeanor DWI charges. The charges stem from a traffic stop early on February 8, according to a criminal complaint. Traffic Stop Led to Arrest The complaint says Domier was driving a 2003 Pontiac Vibe on North Broadway at about 1:57 a.m. An officer… Continue reading Crookston Man Charged After .18 DWI Stop
Erskine Burglary Case: Bagley Man Charged
Polk County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Bagley man is facing four felony charges after a reported overnight break-in at Northern Kustomz in Erskine, according to a criminal complaint filed in Polk County District Court. Prosecutors charged Shawn Patric Smith, 18, with first-degree burglary of an occupied dwelling, third-degree burglary, threats of violence, and unauthorized use of… Continue reading Erskine Burglary Case: Bagley Man Charged
Crookston Man Faces Meth, Test Refusal Charges
Crookston (trfnews.i234.me) A Crookston man is facing felony and gross misdemeanor charges after a traffic stop near Highland Elementary School, according to a criminal complaint filed in Polk County District Court. Prosecutors charged Omar Jarrel Sanchez, 48, with third-degree controlled substance crime in a prohibited zone and third-degree refusal to submit to testing under a… Continue reading Crookston Man Faces Meth, Test Refusal Charges
Crookston Man Charged In Snowmobile DWI Case
Crookston, Polk County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Crookston man is facing two charges after a late-night snowmobile incident, according to a criminal complaint filed in Polk County District Court. Miles Robert Moore, 20, has been charged with third-degree driving while impaired for refusing a breath test and fourth-degree DWI. The case was filed in Minnesota’s 9th… Continue reading Crookston Man Charged In Snowmobile DWI Case
Badger Man Charged After Roseau County Stop
Roseau County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Badger man is facing several charges after a traffic stop in Roseau County, according to a criminal complaint filed in Minnesota District Court. DILLON DALE HOWELL, 31, of Badger, is charged with driving after cancellation inimical to public safety, driving without a required ignition interlock device, transporting a loaded firearm,… Continue reading Badger Man Charged After Roseau County Stop
East Grand Forks Man Faces Felony DWI Charge
East Grand Forks, Polk County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Belcourt, North Dakota man is facing a felony drunk driving charge in Polk County after police found him asleep in a running pickup, according to a criminal complaint. Daniel Alan Kinney, 52, has been charged with first-degree driving while impaired under Minnesota Statute 169A.20, with a felony… Continue reading East Grand Forks Man Faces Felony DWI Charge
Thief River Falls Man Charged In Meth Child Case
Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Newfolden man now faces two felony drug charges. The charges follow a March 7 traffic stop in Thief River Falls. Court records identify the defendant as Roger Harlan Garfve, 54. According to a criminal complaint, prosecutors charged Garfve with a meth-related crime involving children and fifth-degree drug possession. The complaint… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Charged In Meth Child Case
Crookston No-Show Felony Filed Against Whalen
Crookston (trfnews.i234.me) — Polk County prosecutors have filed a felony charge against Jennifer Lynne Whalen after they said she missed several required court appearances in Crookston. The criminal complaint was filed on April 22, 2020, in Polk County District Court. It accuses Whalen of one count of failure to appear for court. The charge is… Continue reading Crookston No-Show Felony Filed Against Whalen
East Grand Forks Man Faces Meth, DWI Charges
East Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) — James Arthur Cooper faces new criminal charges in Polk County. A court complaint says the case began on March 10, 2026. Cooper, 61, is charged with third-degree controlled substance possession in a prohibited zone. He is also charged with third-degree driving while impaired. The drug charge is a felony. The… Continue reading East Grand Forks Man Faces Meth, DWI Charges
Crookston Man Faces DWI, Assault Charges
Polk County (trfnews.i234.me) — According to a criminal complaint, Isaiah James Knutson faces nine charges after a chaotic incident in Polk County. The case was filed in Minnesota District Court for Polk County. The complaint lists gross misdemeanor DWI counts and several misdemeanor counts. Those include assault, obstruction, and disorderly conduct. Charges Filed In Polk… Continue reading Crookston Man Faces DWI, Assault Charges
East Grand Forks Woman Faces Meth DWI Charges
East Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) — An East Grand Forks woman is facing felony and gross misdemeanor charges after a March 4 traffic stop in Polk County. This report is based on a criminal complaint filed in Polk County District Court. Charges are allegations. The defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court. Charges Filed… Continue reading East Grand Forks Woman Faces Meth DWI Charges
East Grand Forks Stolen Car Charge Filed
East Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) — A South Carolina man now faces a felony charge in Polk County after police said he was found in a stolen car in East Grand Forks. According to a criminal complaint, Michael Jason Morgal, 42, was charged with possession of stolen property. The charge was filed in Polk County District… Continue reading East Grand Forks Stolen Car Charge Filed
Pennington County: Benais Charged After Threats
Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) Llewellyn James Benais has been charged after a March 4 incident at the Pennington County law enforcement center, according to a criminal complaint. Prosecutors filed two felony counts of threats of violence. They also filed one misdemeanor count of disorderly conduct. The complaint says two people were targeted. They are identified by… Continue reading Pennington County: Benais Charged After Threats
East Grand Forks Man Charged in Strangulation
East Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) — A 23-year-old East Grand Forks man now faces a felony charge in Polk County. Court records say Jordan Michael Lavallie-Short was charged with domestic assault by strangulation after a reported incident on March 8, 2026. According to the criminal complaint, police were sent to an apartment on 4th Avenue NW… Continue reading East Grand Forks Man Charged in Strangulation
East Grand Forks Woman Charged in Meth Case
East Grand Forks, Polk County (trfnews.i234.me) — An East Grand Forks woman faces two felony charges after a police chase, a crash, and a vehicle search, according to a criminal complaint filed in Polk County. Abigail Nicole Lopez, 19, is charged with third-degree drug possession in a prohibited zone. She is also charged with storing… Continue reading East Grand Forks Woman Charged in Meth Case
Richard Vigstol, 82
McGregor – Richard “Dick” Vigstol, age 82, of McGregor Minnesota, passed away March 4th, 2026, surrounded by his family. Dick was born in Grand Forks, ND to Nels and Effie Vigstol January 10, 1944. They eventually moved to Plummer, where he attended school. He met the love of his life Valerie at a wedding dance… Continue reading Richard Vigstol, 82
Marian Loken, 94
Wannaska – Marian A. Loken, 94 of Wannaska passed away peacefully on February 27, 2026 at LifeCare Medical Center in Roseau with family by her side. Marian Agnes Loken, 94, of Roseau, passed away in Roseau. Marian was born on September 27, 1931, in Warren. She grew up in Roseau County and attended through the… Continue reading Marian Loken, 94
Gregory Walter Holmes, 68
Plummer – Gregory Walter Holmes, 68, of Plummer, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 5, 2026. Gregory was born in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, on June 13, 1957, to Roy Walter Holmes and Vivian Mavis (Lien) Holmes. He grew up in Minnesota and graduated from Lincoln High School with the Class of 1975, and went… Continue reading Gregory Walter Holmes, 68
Betty Troska, 91
Minneapolis – Betty Antoinette Troska, age 91, of Minneapolis, (formerly of Goodridge), passed away surrounded by the love of her family after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Born on April 7, 1934, in rural Florian, she was the daughter of Stanley Szczepanski, Jr. and Clara Irene (Price) Szczepanski. Raised in a close-knit Polish Catholic… Continue reading Betty Troska, 91
Donald Carlson I, 86
Strandquist – Donald “Donnie” Carlson I, passed away peacefully on Wednesday. March 4, 2026, at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, ND with family by his side. He touched the lives of many through his dedication to education and his community, leaving a legacy that will be cherished by his family and friends. Donnie was born… Continue reading Donald Carlson I, 86
Goodridge Man Arrested After 911 Hangup
Goodridge (trfnews.i234.me) — A Goodridge man is facing charges after deputies responded to a 911 hangup call on March 7 and later found him a short distance away, according to the complaint. What Happened Michael Tyler Moe, 36, of Goodridge, has been charged with third-degree refusal to submit to a breath test and fleeing an… Continue reading Goodridge Man Arrested After 911 Hangup
Thief River Falls Driver In Rural Crash
Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Thief River Falls woman was involved in a two-vehicle crash Sunday afternoon in rural Pennington County. The crash was reported at about 3:53 p.m. on March 2. It happened near 140th Street Northeast and 190th Avenue Northeast. What Happened According to the report, Brooklyn Kilen of Thief River Falls was… Continue reading Thief River Falls Driver In Rural Crash