Clearwater County (trfnews.i234.me) Bagley, Minn. — A county jury found Jamie Lee Jerome of Naytahwaush not guilty on six felony counts. The case involved a minor girl. The verdict came after a trial in late January. The charges were filed in April 2025. They alleged first- and second-degree criminal sexual conduct. The jury rejected each… Continue reading Naytahwaush Jury Acquits Jamie Lee Jerome
Bemidji: Fire Crews Respond on Lake Bemidji Shore
Bemidji, Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) — Bemidji fire crews responded to a reported fire near Lake Bemidji Tuesday night. Video received around 7:40 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026, showed emergency response activity by the waterfront. The reported location was near Paul Bunyan Park, close to the Paul Bunyan and Babe statues. Officials have not released confirmed… Continue reading Bemidji: Fire Crews Respond on Lake Bemidji Shore
POLK COUNTY ARREST/FIRE REPORT February 4, 2026
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Horace: Fargo Man Accused in Stolen Plow Truck
Cass County, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) A Fargo man faces charges. Deputies found a pickup stuck in the snow near Horace. Court documents say the deputy found the truck around 11:30 p.m. on January 29. The pickup had a snowplow mounted on the front. The driver was identified as Blaine William Smith of Fargo. Documents say… Continue reading Horace: Fargo Man Accused in Stolen Plow Truck
Detroit Lakes: 4 Charged in ATM Jackpotting Try
Detroit Lakes (trfnews.i234.me) — Four men are charged after police say they tried to break into and hack an ATM at Midwest Bank in Detroit Lakes. Investigators say the group tried a method known as “jackpotting.” The method targets the ATM’s internal computer. Police say it can make the machine spit out cash. What the… Continue reading Detroit Lakes: 4 Charged in ATM Jackpotting Try
Willmar Target Knife Threat: Suspect Charged
Willmar, Kandiyohi County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Willmar man is charged after a shoplifting case at Target. Police say he showed a pocketknife during the confrontation. Peter Villarreal Alfred-Iturbe, 21, of Willmar, is charged in Kandiyohi County Court. Police say the incident happened on January 26, 2026, at about 4:30 p.m. Officers were sent to the… Continue reading Willmar Target Knife Threat: Suspect Charged
Karlstad Death Case Ruled Suicide, Records Show
Kittson County (trfnews.i234.me) — Minnesota state vital records now list the death of 57-year-old Kevin Sele of Karlstad, Minnesota, as a suicide. The update follows a multi-agency response. It began with a 911 call on November 1, 2025. What happened on Nov. 1 In an earlier release, the Kittson County Sheriff’s Office described the call.… Continue reading Karlstad Death Case Ruled Suicide, Records Show
Oklee Father Charged After Punching 4-Year-Old
Polk County (trfnews.i234.me) — Scott Sven Heydel, 35, of Oklee, faces a felony domestic assault charge. Police say he struck his four-year-old child during a clothing drop-off in Fosston. The case was reported to the police by Polk County Social Services on January 23, 2026. The charge is filed under Minnesota Statute 609.2242. What the… Continue reading Oklee Father Charged After Punching 4-Year-Old
Mahnomen: Ogema Man Charged in Garage Car Prowl
Mahnomen County (trfnews.i234.me) — A man from Ogema is facing charges after a reported garage vehicle break-in. Authorities charged Percy Leonard French Jr., 31, of Ogema. The case stems from an incident at Riverland Apartments. French Jr. is charged with one felony and two misdemeanors. The charges are allegations. He is presumed innocent unless proven… Continue reading Mahnomen: Ogema Man Charged in Garage Car Prowl
Detroit Lakes: Bagley Woman Charged Over Fake $100
Detroit Lakes, Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) A Bagley woman faces a gross misdemeanor counterfeiting charge in Becker County. Shauna Rae Lafriniere, 37, is accused of using a fake $100 bill in Detroit Lakes. Court records say the purchase happened at a Holiday gas station. The incident is listed at about 12:37 a.m. on October 3, 2025.… Continue reading Detroit Lakes: Bagley Woman Charged Over Fake $100
Oklee, MN: Carmen Rystad Dies at 46
Oklee, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — Carmen Jodelle Rystad, 46, died Friday, January 30, 2026. She died in her sleep at her residence near Oklee. Family members said health issues were a factor. Service details Visitation begins at 1 PM Saturday, February 7, 2026. The funeral service follows at 2 PM. The service is set for Johnson… Continue reading Oklee, MN: Carmen Rystad Dies at 46
Thief River Falls: Sharon Rose Nelson memorial Feb. 6
Thief River Falls, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — Sharon Rose Nelson, 72, of Red Lake Falls, died January 29, 2026. She died at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Family members were with her, according to her obituary. Life and work Nelson was born on February 12, 1953, in Red Lake Falls. Her parents were Wilfred… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Sharon Rose Nelson memorial Feb. 6
Woman Accused of Aiming Handgun at Teens Over Lawn Damage
Elk River, Sherburne County (trfnews.i234.me) — Court records describe a late-night party dispute. An Elk River woman now faces two felony charges. Laura Molina Gifford, 52, is charged with two felony counts of Threats of Violence – Reckless Disregard Risk. The counts cite 609.713.1 and 609.713.3(a)(1), records say. The main statute is Minnesota Statute 609.713.… Continue reading Woman Accused of Aiming Handgun at Teens Over Lawn Damage
Man Accused of Strangling Woman as 911 Call Captures Threats
Alpha, Jackson County (trfnews.i234.me) — A 37-year-old Alpha man faces three domestic violence charges. The case is filed in Jackson County District Court. Charges Felony domestic assault by strangulation (609.2247.2) Felony threats of violence (609.713.1) Gross misdemeanor domestic assault, later offense (609.2242.2) Jordan Scott Elzenga, 37, of Alpha is the defendant in the case. The… Continue reading Man Accused of Strangling Woman as 911 Call Captures Threats
Man Accused of Threatening Detox Staff, Claiming ‘Cartel’
Brown County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Willmar man faces felony charges after threats in New Ulm. Tyler Daniel Hill, 37, of Willmar, was charged in Brown County. He faces two felony counts of Threats of Violence. He also faces one misdemeanor count of Disorderly Conduct. What the complaint says happened The incident date listed in the… Continue reading Man Accused of Threatening Detox Staff, Claiming ‘Cartel’
Woman Accused of Driving 17 MPH With “Rock Collection”
Rockford, Wright County (trfnews.i234.me) Trisha Ann Burroughs, 48, of Rockford, faces felony and DWI charges after a late-night traffic stop. The allegations are listed in a Wright County complaint. The stop happened on January 24, 2026, at about 10:07 p.m., the complaint says. A Wright County deputy reported seeing a Mercury SUV driving erratically in Rockford.… Continue reading Woman Accused of Driving 17 MPH With “Rock Collection”
Bemidji Teacher on Leave After Graphic Class Story
Bemidji, Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Bemidji High School English teacher is on paid leave. The district is weighing possible termination. Bemidji Area Schools placed teacher Gina Bernard on a two-week paid leave. The action followed complaints about a story used in class. The story reportedly contained graphic sexual language. What happened in class Bernard… Continue reading Bemidji Teacher on Leave After Graphic Class Story
Man Accused of Buying Gun in Sioux Falls After Seizure
Martin County (trfnews.i234.me) — Joseph Daniel Harberts, 30, of Trimont, Minnesota, is charged with a felony count. The charge is listed as Terroristic Threats—Reckless Disregard Risk under Minn. Stat. § 609.713. What authorities allege According to the criminal complaint, deputies served an Extreme Risk Protection Order on January 23, 2026. Deputies also served a search… Continue reading Man Accused of Buying Gun in Sioux Falls After Seizure
Fargo House Fire Sends 2 to Hospital, Kills 4 Cats
Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) A late-night house fire in Fargo sent two residents to a hospital. Fargo Fire crews were called at 10:55 p.m. Monday, February 2, 2026. The call came from 1342 15th Street South. The home is a single-family house. What firefighters found Crews arrived and saw heavy fire on the first floor.… Continue reading Fargo House Fire Sends 2 to Hospital, Kills 4 Cats
Fargo: Raging House Fire Engulfs 15th St Home
Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — A raging house fire broke out Monday night in Fargo. The fire was reported on Monday, February 2, 2026. It happened in the 1300 block of 15th Street South. The home sits near 13th Avenue South and University Drive South. Early reports listed the address near 1338 15th Street South.… Continue reading Fargo: Raging House Fire Engulfs 15th St Home
Fargo: 3-Vehicle Crash Reported on I-29 Monday Night
Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — A three-vehicle crash was reported Monday evening on Interstate 29. The scene was described as about five miles south of Fargo. Early reports said there may be injuries. Officials had not confirmed the severity as of the first update. What we know so far The crash was reported as involving… Continue reading Fargo: 3-Vehicle Crash Reported on I-29 Monday Night
POLK COUNTY ARREST/FIRE REPORT February 3, 2026
The Northwest Regional Corrections Center in Crookston reported the arrest of the following – Jean Angela Carter, 48 of East Grand Forks, for DUI, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of a controlled substance. Crookston Fire Calls
Meth, Cocaine Found Near Infants Allegedly Called “Birthday Gift”
Hancock, Stevens County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Hancock woman faces felony and drug charges. Investigators say a search found suspected drugs near two infants. Judy Ann Birr, 38, of Hancock, is charged with one felony count. She also faces two gross misdemeanor counts. Felony: Store meth paraphernalia in a child’s home (152.137.2(a)(4)). Gross misdemeanor: 5th-degree possession… Continue reading Meth, Cocaine Found Near Infants Allegedly Called “Birthday Gift”
Woman Accused of Wielding 12-Inch Steak Knife, Hitting Officer’s Eye
Buffalo, Wright County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Buffalo woman faces charges after an alleged knife threat and a struggle with police. Lisa Louise Aho, 44, of Buffalo, is charged with four counts in Wright County court. The charges follow a reported domestic dispute on January 16, 2026. What the police say happened According to the criminal… Continue reading Woman Accused of Wielding 12-Inch Steak Knife, Hitting Officer’s Eye
Inmate Overdoses After Drinking ‘Fentanyl Cocktails’ Mixed in Hot Chocolate and Kool-Aid
Wright County (trfnews.i234.me) — A 20-year-old Monticello woman is charged. The case follows an overdose at the Wright County Jail. Kara Nicole Babcock is charged with a felony. The charge is fifth-degree drug possession under Minnesota Statute 152.025, subdivision 2(a)(1). The complaint lists possession of Schedule I–IV drugs, or residue and paraphernalia. Court papers say… Continue reading Inmate Overdoses After Drinking ‘Fentanyl Cocktails’ Mixed in Hot Chocolate and Kool-Aid
Valley City Man Charged After Garage Gun Threat
Valley City, Barnes County (trfnews.i234.me) — Court documents say Jimmy Ernest Case of Valley City now faces three felony charges. What Court Records Allege Records say the report involves a woman who had a restraining order against him. The alleged incident happened on January 16, according to court records. Court filings say Case went into… Continue reading Valley City Man Charged After Garage Gun Threat
Cass Lake Area Train Crash Kills Stewart Couple
Hubbard County, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — A Cass Lake-area couple died in a car-train crash Friday morning. The crash happened just west of Cass Lake, Minnesota. It occurred at the Hubbard County Road 101 rail crossing in Farden Township. What happened The Hubbard County Sheriff’s Office said a 911 call came in at 10:57 a.m. Deputies… Continue reading Cass Lake Area Train Crash Kills Stewart Couple
Willmar Grandma Charged in Missing Grandson Case
Willmar, Kandiyohi County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Willmar woman is charged in a child custody case that spans states. Ana Maria Marquez Lopez, 40, is charged with one felony count. The charge is Deprive Custody or Parent Rights. It alleges she refused to return a minor child. Court records say the missing child is her 5-year-old… Continue reading Willmar Grandma Charged in Missing Grandson Case
Walker Man Accused of Stalking Officer With Loaded Gun
Crow Wing County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Walker man is charged after a visit to a Nisswa home. Prosecutors say Jerry Allen Stangel, 50, wore a mask and knocked on the door. The visit came the night before the planned testimony in a drug case. That case involved Stangel’s wife, according to the criminal complaint. Stangel… Continue reading Walker Man Accused of Stalking Officer With Loaded Gun
Minneapolis Judge Rejects Bid to Halt ICE Surge
Minneapolis, Hennepin County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Minnesota federal judge declined to pause a major immigration surge on Saturday, Jan. 31. Judge declines broad halt U.S. District Judge Kate Menendez said state lawyers showed real harm. She pointed to shootings and claims of racial profiling. She said the effects were severe across the Twin Cities. But… Continue reading Minneapolis Judge Rejects Bid to Halt ICE Surge
Bemidji: Level 3 Offender Moves to 4th St. NW
Bemidji, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — Bemidji Police say a Level 3 predatory offender has moved to a new address. Police say 32-year-old Tyler Michael Gabrelcik reported a new residence in Bemidji. The location is in the 600 block of 4th Street NW. Police say the move date was January 30. What the notice means Police say… Continue reading Bemidji: Level 3 Offender Moves to 4th St. NW
Fargo: Man Charged After Alleged Assault, Order Breach
Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Fargo man is in custody after an alleged assault. What happened Court documents say police went to a south Fargo apartment at about 4:35 a.m. Friday. The victim called 911 and reported a violation of a no-contact order. She said a man was chasing her. Police found her upset… Continue reading Fargo: Man Charged After Alleged Assault, Order Breach
Fargo: Not Guilty Plea in Gang Feud Murder Case
Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — A man charged in a deadly gang feud case has pleaded not guilty. C’Aundre Douglas, 20, entered not guilty pleas to 12 felony counts. The pleas were entered in Cass County District Court. The court location details are listed by the North Dakota Court System. The charges include murder, attempted… Continue reading Fargo: Not Guilty Plea in Gang Feud Murder Case
Breezy Point: Brainerd Man Charged Over Truck Sale
Crow Wing County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Brainerd man is facing a felony theft charge. Prosecutors say he sold a pickup, then kept it. Donald Joel Aleman Sr, 64, is charged with Theft of a Motor Vehicle. The charge cites Minnesota Statute 609.52. What investigators say happened According to the complaint, the case began on September… Continue reading Breezy Point: Brainerd Man Charged Over Truck Sale
Bemidji: Shed Fire Reported at Pine Valley Park
Bemidji (trfnews.i234.me) — Firefighters were called to a mobile home park late Sunday night. The park sits on the southwest side of Bemidji. The call came in around 11:20 pm. Dispatch sent Station 3 to Pine Valley Mobile Home Park. The location was 460 Archery Road NW. The report listed Unit 23. Initial report from… Continue reading Bemidji: Shed Fire Reported at Pine Valley Park
POLK COUNTY ARREST/FIRE REPORT February 2, 2026
The Northwest Regional Corrections Center in Crookston reported the arrest of the following – Jordan Richard Kjos, 44 of Halstad, for misdemeanor domestic assault. Crookston Fire Calls Brandy Lee Eaves, 39 of East Grand Forks, for being a fugitive from justice from another state.Todd Anthony Plante, 61 of Crookston, for third-degree DUI, refusal to submit… Continue reading POLK COUNTY ARREST/FIRE REPORT February 2, 2026
Dalton Man Hurt After 9mm Gun Fires in Garage
Otter Tail County (trfnews.i234.me) — An adult man near Dalton was injured in a gun accident Thursday afternoon. What happened The Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office said it was alerted to a medical situation at about 3:46 p.m. The call came from a residence east of Dalton’s city limits. Deputies responded and looked into what… Continue reading Dalton Man Hurt After 9mm Gun Fires in Garage
Hermantown Sixplex Blast Kills Two at Green Acres
Hermantown, St. Louis County (trfnews.i234.me) — An explosion and fire hit the Green Acres area on Saturday night. Two residents died, according to officials. Officials said the blast struck a six-unit building at 5064 Jennifer Circle around 6:21 p.m. Saturday. Fire and smoke followed within moments. First crews arrived within minutes and began evacuations. The… Continue reading Hermantown Sixplex Blast Kills Two at Green Acres
Cass Lake Area: Deadly Vehicle-Train Crash Reported
Cass Lake, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — A deadly crash involving a vehicle and a train was reported Friday west of Cass Lake. Viewer video shared with TRF News shows an emergency response near the tracks. What we know so far Officials have not released full details. The crash was described as deadly in the initial report.… Continue reading Cass Lake Area: Deadly Vehicle-Train Crash Reported
Fargo Shooting Update: Assault Charge Still Not Filed
Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — Fargo police are still sorting out a delayed shooting report from Jan. 24. Investigators say the incident involved Odus Maxwell and Franklin Stewart Jr. The shooting was reported hours after it happened. What the police reported Police said a man arrived at a hospital with a gunshot wound. The injury… Continue reading Fargo Shooting Update: Assault Charge Still Not Filed
Windom Twp: I-90 Deer Crash Kills Passenger
Mower County (trfnews.i234.me) A passenger died after a deer crash on Interstate 90 in Windom Township. The crash led to a rear-end collision, according to the Minnesota State Patrol. What happened The Minnesota State Patrol reports the crash happened at 8:54 p.m. Thursday, January 29, 2026. The location was westbound I-90, just west of milepost… Continue reading Windom Twp: I-90 Deer Crash Kills Passenger
Henrietta Township: Fatal Head-On Crash on Hwy 34
Hubbard County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Nevis woman died in a two-vehicle crash Tuesday in Henrietta Township. The crash happened at 12:10 p.m. on January 27, 2026. It was at Highway 34 and County Road 11. Henrietta Township is in Hubbard County, east of Park Rapids. What happened Investigators say a 2005 Buick LeSabre was traveling… Continue reading Henrietta Township: Fatal Head-On Crash on Hwy 34
KELLY, THOMAS LEE Sex Offender
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ANDERSON, AARON WAYNE Sex Offender
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Grand Forks: DUI Crash Drops Signal Pole on Car
Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) — An injury crash knocked out a traffic signal just after midnight Sunday. Police say the crash happened at North Columbia Road and Gateway Drive. Officers were dispatched at about 12:06 a.m., according to police. Crash details Police say Orton Andrews drove a 2001 Dodge Ram east on Gateway Drive. Police say… Continue reading Grand Forks: DUI Crash Drops Signal Pole on Car
Bismarck: Erian Fox charged in fatal stabbing
Note: A charge is an accusation. It is not a conviction. Bismarck, Burleigh County, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) — Bismarck Police say a deadly stabbing happened at an apartment on Porter Avenue. Police say 25-year-old Erian Fox was arrested the same night. Police say Fox is now held on a Class AA felony murder charge. What… Continue reading Bismarck: Erian Fox charged in fatal stabbing
Fargo Broadway Stabbing Leaves Man Seriously Hurt
Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — Fargo Police are investigating a stabbing in downtown Fargo. The incident happened on Saturday around midday. What the police say happened Police said they got a call at 12:13 p.m. The report came from the 500 block of Broadway North. Officers arrived and found an adult man with injuries. The… Continue reading Fargo Broadway Stabbing Leaves Man Seriously Hurt
Hermantown: Explosion Sparks Green Acres Fires
Hermantown (trfnews.i234.me) — Officials are investigating an explosion and fire in Hermantown. The incident was reported Saturday evening, Jan. 31, 2026. The location was the Green Acres Townhomes area. The site sits northwest of Duluth. What officials have said In early radio traffic, responders reported an explosion in a townhome unit. They also reported multiple… Continue reading Hermantown: Explosion Sparks Green Acres Fires
Hermantown Blast Sparks Fire At Green Acres Townhomes
Hermantown, St Louis County (trfnews.i234.me) — A reported explosion sparked a fire at Green Acres Townhomes Saturday night. What we know The complex sits just northwest of Duluth, Minnesota. City officials said the incident was near Lavaque Road. They said it was south of Highway 53. They also said it was north of Silver Leaf… Continue reading Hermantown Blast Sparks Fire At Green Acres Townhomes
Hermantown: Explosion Reported on Jennifer Circle
Hermantown, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — Emergency crews responded Saturday evening after reports of an explosion in a residential area. The call came from Jennifer Circle, a neighborhood street in Hermantown. Initial reports said there may have been more than one explosion. A video from the scene showed multiple emergency vehicles in the area. Officials have not… Continue reading Hermantown: Explosion Reported on Jennifer Circle
Binford, ND: Laser Pointed at Plane, Sheriff Warns
Binford, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — Deputies in Griggs County are investigating a laser report involving an aircraft. A pilot reported a laser aimed at a plane while flying over a field northwest of Binford. The report came in on Friday, January 30, 2026. What happened The Griggs County Sheriff’s Office said dispatchers alerted deputies about the… Continue reading Binford, ND: Laser Pointed at Plane, Sheriff Warns
Downtown Fargo stabbing outside Bismarck Tavern
Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — Fargo police are investigating a reported stabbing in downtown Fargo. The call came in around 12:13 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026. Police responded to the 500 block of Broadway North. The area is near the Bismarck Tavern, a downtown bar at 522 Broadway N. What happened Officers found an adult… Continue reading Downtown Fargo stabbing outside Bismarck Tavern
Fargo Stabbing: Serious Injuries Near Bismarck Tavern
Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — Fargo police are investigating a stabbing near downtown Fargo. The call came in around 12:13 p.m. Saturday, January 31, 2026. Officers responded to the 500 block of Broadway North. Police say an adult man was found hurt at the scene. They say his injuries were serious. The man told officers… Continue reading Fargo Stabbing: Serious Injuries Near Bismarck Tavern
Richmond Nurse Fired After Anti-ICE TikTok
Richmond, Virginia (trfnews.i234.me) — VCU Health fired a nurse after TikTok posts about ICE. VCU Health said it learned of the videos on Jan. 27, 2026. The hospital said the content was “highly inappropriate.” It said the posts did not match its values. “The content of the videos is highly inappropriate.” The hospital first placed… Continue reading Richmond Nurse Fired After Anti-ICE TikTok
Red Lake Falls: Warrants, Harassment, Laundromat Call
Red Lake County (trfnews.i234.me) — The Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office released a new incident log. It is dated Jan 30, 2026. The log lists calls from Jan 24 through Jan 30. It includes harassment reports, two warrant arrests, and one disturbance. Harassing calls in Emardville Township On Jan 24, an Emardville Township resident reported… Continue reading Red Lake Falls: Warrants, Harassment, Laundromat Call
Thief River Falls: 18-year-old charged in .18 DWI
Thief River Falls, Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) Police say a driver got stuck on the 1st Street bridge. Court records name the driver as Justin Jourdain. Justin Jourdain, 18, of Thief River Falls, is charged with three counts. The charges include third-degree DWI, no driver’s license, and an open bottle. What the police reported Police responded… Continue reading Thief River Falls: 18-year-old charged in .18 DWI
Bismarck Stabbing: Woman Sought After Leier Dies
Bismarck, Burleigh County (trfnews.i234.me) – Police are seeking a woman for questioning. They are investigating a fatal stabbing. What happened Police were called around 8:00 p.m. Friday, January 30, 2026. Officers went to an apartment in the 1000 block of Porter Avenue. Inside, they found John Leier, 51. Police said he had a stab wound… Continue reading Bismarck Stabbing: Woman Sought After Leier Dies
Halma Woman Charged After 9.8-Pound Seizure
HALMA, Kittson County (trfnews.i234.me) A Halma woman faces a felony cannabis charge. Deputies reported seizing almost 10 pounds of marijuana. Jessica Marie Klegstad, 45, of Halma, is charged with one felony count. The case lists “cannabis possession in the first degree.” The charge is filed under Minnesota Statute 152.0263. What the complaint alleges According to… Continue reading Halma Woman Charged After 9.8-Pound Seizure
Backus Man Charged After Heater Fight Assault
Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) Joshua Timothy Rumley, 34, of Backus, is charged with felony domestic assault. The charge is filed under Minn. Stat. 609.2242, subdivision 4. A criminal complaint describes an early-morning fight inside a Backus home. What Happened Deputies were dispatched at about 2:43 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026. The call reported an assault… Continue reading Backus Man Charged After Heater Fight Assault
Warroad Man Charged After .15 DWI Stop
Roseau County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Warroad man is facing two DWI charges. Court records name him as Aaron Laverne Knutson, 36. Traffic Stop in Extreme Cold A criminal complaint says a trooper stopped Knutson’s Chevrolet Silverado on January 25, 2026. The stop happened at about 1:04 a.m. The complaint says the stop was on Minnesota… Continue reading Warroad Man Charged After .15 DWI Stop
Thief River Falls: Powell Faces Felony Charges
Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — Michael Allen Powell, 47, of Thief River Falls, faces two felony charges. The case is filed in Pennington County District Court. Charges filed Powell is charged with Failure to Register as a Predatory Offender. The charge is listed under Minnesota Statute 243.166. He is also charged with Third-Degree Drug Possession in… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Powell Faces Felony Charges
Grand Forks: Lobby Outburst Ends in Meth Arrest
Grand Forks County (trfnews.i234.me) — A man is accused of causing a disturbance inside a county building lobby. What happened Court documents name the suspect as Christopher M. Johnston. The documents list him as homeless in Grand Forks. Police were called at about 9:47 a.m. Wednesday. A caller reported chairs being thrown in the lobby.… Continue reading Grand Forks: Lobby Outburst Ends in Meth Arrest
Thief River Falls: James R. Nelson Dies at 88
Thief River Falls, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — James R. Nelson of Thief River Falls died Tuesday, January 27, 2026. He was 88. Family members were with him at home, according to a published notice. Service details A memorial service is set for 10 a.m. Thursday, February 5, 2026. It will be held at Johnson Funeral Service… Continue reading Thief River Falls: James R. Nelson Dies at 88
Fargo: Felony DV Charge in Pregnant Woman Attack
Fargo (trfnews.i234.me) — A Fargo man faces a felony domestic violence charge. Police say the victim was pregnant. What the police say happened The suspect is Andre Lamar Dancy, of Fargo. Police say the victim was about 20 weeks pregnant. An officer responded to Sanford Health in Fargo at about 7 p.m. on January 26.… Continue reading Fargo: Felony DV Charge in Pregnant Woman Attack
Fargo: Valley City Man Charged in Grandpa’s Pickup Theft
Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Valley City man faces a felony theft charge in Fargo. Authorities have charged Jackson Paul Mulder with felony theft of property, according to court records. The case involves a pickup owned by Mulder’s grandfather, the records say. Pickup Reported Stolen Charging documents say the theft happened in September 2025.… Continue reading Fargo: Valley City Man Charged in Grandpa’s Pickup Theft
Solway Barn Fire After Vehicle Reported Burning
Solway, Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) — Fire crews rushed to a barn fire northwest of Solway on Friday evening. Radio traffic said a vehicle was burning inside the barn. The call location was 1778 Lamers Road NW, west of Bemidji. Early radio traffic Dispatch audio at about 8:17 p.m. sent Solway firefighters to the property. Minutes… Continue reading Solway Barn Fire After Vehicle Reported Burning
Thief River Falls Man Gerald Sanders Dies at 90
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) Gerald William Sanders, 90, of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, died on January 26, 2026. He died at Sanford Health in Thief River Falls. Life in Thief River Falls Sanders was born on February 4, 1935. He spent his life in Thief River Falls. He attended country school and Lincoln High School. Family… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Gerald Sanders Dies at 90
Thief River Falls Garage Fire Damages Vehicles
Thief River Falls, Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — A garage caught fire Wednesday morning north of Thief River Falls. No injuries were reported. Fire crews called to Highway 59 Firefighters were dispatched at 8:18 a.m. The Thief River Falls Fire Department released the details. The call came from 19253 Highway 59 NE. The address is outside… Continue reading Thief River Falls Garage Fire Damages Vehicles
Hibbing: Unbelted Driver Hurt on Mitchell Bridge
St. Louis County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Hibbing woman was hurt in a crash on the Mitchell Bridge. The Minnesota State Patrol reported the crash at about 9:36 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026. The location was northbound U.S. Highway 169 near milepost 343 in Hibbing. Troopers listed snow and ice on the road. What happened Troopers… Continue reading Hibbing: Unbelted Driver Hurt on Mitchell Bridge
St. Paul: Don Lemon Arrested in Church Protest
St. Paul, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — Federal agents arrested former CNN anchor Don Lemon in Los Angeles on Friday, Jan. 30, officials said. Authorities say the arrest is tied to a protest at Cities Church in St. Paul on Jan. 18. Lemon livestreamed parts of the incident. He said he was there to report. What authorities… Continue reading St. Paul: Don Lemon Arrested in Church Protest
Grand Forks: Bat Damage, Felony Terrorizing Charge
Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) — Jerome M. Kadlec of Grand Forks faces new criminal charges after a reported bat incident. What court documents say Police were called to a home at 8:39 p.m. Thursday, court documents say. A female family member said Kadlec became upset over a missing wallet. She said he picked up a baseball… Continue reading Grand Forks: Bat Damage, Felony Terrorizing Charge
Munson Township Truck Breaks Through Horseshoe Lake Ice
Stearns County (trfnews.i234.me) — A pickup truck broke through the lake ice near Horseshoe Lake in Munson Township. What happened Deputies were called at about 5:10 p.m. on January 29, 2026. A 911 caller said the driver was out of the water. The caller also said the driver was safe. When deputies arrived, they saw… Continue reading Munson Township Truck Breaks Through Horseshoe Lake Ice
Wadena Fire Kills 73-Year-Old David Hanes
Otter Tail County (trfnews.i234.me) — A 73-year-old man died in a fire west of Wadena on Thursday. The Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office said David Hanes, 73, was found inside the home. Deputies were notified at about 7:40 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026. A caller reported a structure fire at a rural residence in… Continue reading Wadena Fire Kills 73-Year-Old David Hanes
Fargo: Man pleads guilty in carjacking spree
Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) A 29-year-old Fargo man pleaded guilty Thursday in federal court. He admitted to an armed carjacking and a two-week vehicle theft spree. Plea entered in federal court Nathaniel Thomas Smith pleaded guilty on Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026, in U.S. District Court. He pleaded guilty to robbery and eight counts tied to… Continue reading Fargo: Man pleads guilty in carjacking spree
Grand Forks County: Child Abuse, Neglect Charges
Grand Forks County (trfnews.i234.me) Child abuse and neglect charges were filed Thursday. Court records name Nicholas James and Tashneena Martell. The case is tied to a visit on Dec. 31, 2025. Officers arrived to serve a writ of eviction, records say. Inside, officers found three adults and four children, according to the file. The children… Continue reading Grand Forks County: Child Abuse, Neglect Charges
Bemidji Man Charged After Infant Tests Positive for THC
Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) A Bemidji man faces four gross misdemeanor counts of endangering a child. Prosecutors say an infant was lethargic and tested positive for marijuana. The case was filed in Beltrami County District Court on January 28, 2026. Court records name the defendant as Phillip Duwayne Jones Sr., 44, of Bemidji. He is charged… Continue reading Bemidji Man Charged After Infant Tests Positive for THC
Moorhead Woman Charged After ICU Stabbing
Moorhead (trfnews.i234.me) Daisy Mae Butcher, 44, of Moorhead, faces two felony assault charges. Police say a stabbing sent a woman to the ICU. What the police say happened Police say Butcher arrived at the Moorhead Public Safety building around 1:28 am on January 9, 2026. She carried an open bottle of vodka. Officers said she… Continue reading Moorhead Woman Charged After ICU Stabbing
FICKERT, JAKE ALLAN JR Sex Offender
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Moorhead: Man Charged After Meth Found in Pocket
Moorhead, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) A Moorhead man faces a felony drug charge. Police say methamphetamine was found during his arrest. Joshua David Thoreson, 45, of Moorhead, is charged with one felony count of fifth-degree drug possession. The charge alleges possession of a Schedule I, II, III, or IV drug. The case was filed in Clay County… Continue reading Moorhead: Man Charged After Meth Found in Pocket
FLEETWOOD, WADE WILLIAM EDWARD Sex Offender
Offender Profile Track Offender Offender Primary Information Name: FLEETWOOD, WADE WILLIAM EDWARD Aliases: Birthdate: 1980 Sex: MALE Race: AMERICAN INDIAN Height: 5′ 10″ Weight: 300 LBS Eye Color: HAZEL Hair Color: BLACK Skin: LIGHT Registration Expiration: 3/31/2050 Risk Level: MODERATE Registration Status: REGISTERED Ethnicity: NON-HISPANIC OR NOT LATINO Scars, Marks & Tattoos Observed Category Item/Location… Continue reading FLEETWOOD, WADE WILLIAM EDWARD
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BULLER, BRADLEY JAMES Sex Offender
Offender Profile Track Offender Offender Primary Information Name: BULLER, BRADLEY JAMES Aliases: THOMPSON, BRADLEY Birthdate: 1990 Sex: MALE Race: AMERICAN INDIAN Height: 5′ 2″ Weight: 290 LBS Eye Color: BLUE 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… Continue reading BULLER, BRADLEY JAMES
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LITTLE DOG, WAYLON NEIL Sex Offender
Offender Profile Track Offender Offender Primary Information Name: LITTLE DOG, WAYLON NEIL Aliases: DUCHENEAUX, WAYLON NEIL Birthdate: 1979 Sex: MALE Race: AMERICAN INDIAN Height: 6′ 3″ Weight: 243 LBS Eye Color: BROWN Hair Color: BLACK Skin: MEDIUM BROWN Registration Expiration: 9/11/2043 Risk Level: MODERATE Registration Status: INCARCERATED Ethnicity: NON-HISPANIC OR NOT LATINO Scars, Marks &… Continue reading LITTLE DOG, WAYLON NEIL
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WARREN, KENNETH KEITH Sex Offender
Offender Profile Track Offender Offender Primary Information Name: WARREN, KENNETH KEITH Aliases: Birthdate: 2005 Sex: MALE Race: WHITE Height: 5′ 11″ Weight: 270 LBS Eye Color: BROWN Hair Color: BROWN Skin: FAIR Registration Expiration: 11/6/2049 Risk Level: MODERATE Registration Status: INCARCERATED Ethnicity: NON-HISPANIC OR NOT LATINO Scars, Marks & Tattoos Observed Category Item/Location Description 11/13/2024… Continue reading WARREN, KENNETH KEITH
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PIATZ, MICHAEL JOHN Sex Offender
Offender Profile Track Offender Offender Primary Information Name: PIATZ, MICHAEL JOHN Aliases: Birthdate: 1998 Sex: MALE Race: WHITE Height: 5′ 11″ Weight: 275 LBS Eye Color: BLUE 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 No… Continue reading PIATZ, MICHAEL JOHN
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JOHNSON, VAN JR Sex Offender
Offender Profile Track Offender Offender Primary Information Name: JOHNSON, VAN JR Aliases: JOHNSON, KENNY JOHNSON, SKINNY KENNY Birthdate: 1985 Sex: MALE Race: BLACK Height: 6′ 2″ Weight: 140 LBS Eye Color: BROWN Hair Color: BLACK Skin: DARK BROWN Registration Expiration: 10/22/2030 Risk Level: MODERATE Registration Status: REGISTERED Ethnicity: NON-HISPANIC OR NOT LATINO Scars, Marks &… Continue reading JOHNSON, VAN JR
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VEASLEY-SEWELL, ZYAIR KEON Sex Offender
Offender Profile Track Offender Offender Primary Information Name: VEASLEY-SEWELL, ZYAIR KEON Aliases: VEASLEY-SEWELL, ZY Birthdate: 2002 Sex: MALE Race: BLACK Height: 5′ 8″ Weight: 149 LBS Eye Color: BROWN Hair Color: BLACK Skin: DARK BROWN Registration Expiration: LIFETIME Risk Level: HIGH Registration Status: REGISTERED Ethnicity: NON-HISPANIC OR NOT LATINO Scars, Marks & Tattoos Observed Category… Continue reading VEASLEY-SEWELL, ZYAIR KEON
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NICHOLAS, BRYAN ALBERT Sex Offender
Offender Profile Track Offender Offender Primary Information Name: NICHOLAS, BRYAN ALBERT Aliases: Birthdate: 1967 Sex: MALE Race: WHITE Height: 5′ 11″ Weight: 150 LBS Eye Color: HAZEL Hair Color: GRAY OR PARTIALLY GRAY Skin: Registration Expiration: Risk Level: UNDETERMINED Registration Status: INCARCERATED Ethnicity: UNDETERMINED Scars, Marks & Tattoos Observed Category Item/Location Description No information available… Continue reading NICHOLAS, BRYAN ALBERT
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REBEL, SCOTT ALAN Sex Offender
Offender Profile Track Offender Offender Primary Information Name: REBEL, SCOTT ALAN Aliases: SCOOTER Birthdate: 1988 Sex: MALE Race: WHITE Height: 5′ 10″ Weight: 195 LBS Eye Color: BLUE Hair Color: BROWN Skin: FAIR Registration Expiration: 10/1/2028 Risk Level: LOW Registration Status: REGISTERED Ethnicity: NON-HISPANIC OR NOT LATINO Scars, Marks & Tattoos Observed Category Item/Location Description… Continue reading REBEL, SCOTT ALAN
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FREDERICK, BOAU DEREK Sex Offender
Offender Profile Track Offender Offender Primary Information Name: FREDERICK, BOAU DEREK Aliases: FREDRICK, BOAU DEREK Birthdate: 1980 Sex: MALE Race: AMERICAN INDIAN Height: 5′ 11″ Weight: 210 LBS Eye Color: HAZEL Hair Color: GRAY OR PARTIALLY GRAY Skin: LIGHT Registration Expiration: 7/13/2033 Risk Level: MODERATE Registration Status: INCARCERATED Ethnicity: NON-HISPANIC OR NOT LATINO Scars, Marks… Continue reading FREDERICK, BOAU DEREK
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MACCONNELL, CHARLES FRANK Sex Offender
Offender Profile Track Offender Offender Primary Information Name: MACCONNELL, CHARLES FRANK Aliases: Birthdate: 1978 Sex: MALE Race: AMERICAN INDIAN Height: 5′ 9″ Weight: 185 LBS Eye Color: BROWN Hair Color: BROWN Skin: LIGHT Registration Expiration: Risk Level: UNDETERMINED Registration Status: REGISTERED Ethnicity: UNDETERMINED Scars, Marks & Tattoos Observed Category Item/Location Description No information available Address… Continue reading MACCONNELL, CHARLES FRANK
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HENRICKSON, JAYDEN MICHAEL Sex Offender
Offender Profile Track Offender Offender Primary Information Name: HENRICKSON, JAYDEN MICHAEL Aliases: Birthdate: 2005 Sex: MALE Race: WHITE Height: 5′ 8″ Weight: 200 LBS Eye Color: HAZEL Hair Color: BROWN Skin: LIGHT Registration Expiration: LIFETIME Risk Level: HIGH Registration Status: REGISTERED Ethnicity: UNDETERMINED Scars, Marks & Tattoos Observed Category Item/Location Description 4/17/2025 TAT LF ARM… Continue reading HENRICKSON, JAYDEN MICHAEL
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MCDONOUGH, CHRISTOPHER FREDRICK Sex Offender
Offender Profile Track Offender Offender Primary Information Name: MCDONOUGH, CHRISTOPHER FREDRICK Aliases: Birthdate: 1966 Sex: MALE Race: WHITE Height: 6′ 2″ Weight: 195 LBS Eye Color: BLUE Hair Color: BROWN Skin: FAIR Registration Expiration: 6/29/2027 Risk Level: LOW Registration Status: REGISTERED Ethnicity: NON-HISPANIC OR NOT LATINO Scars, Marks & Tattoos Observed Category Item/Location Description No… Continue reading MCDONOUGH, CHRISTOPHER FREDRICK
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JOHNSON, DAVID Sex Offender
Offender Profile Track Offender Offender Primary Information Name: JOHNSON, DAVID Aliases: Birthdate: 1977 Sex: MALE Race: AMERICAN INDIAN Height: 5′ 7″ Weight: 220 LBS Eye Color: HAZEL Hair Color: BROWN Skin: MEDIUM BROWN Registration Expiration: LIFETIME Risk Level: HIGH Registration Status: REGISTERED Ethnicity: NON-HISPANIC OR NOT LATINO Scars, Marks & Tattoos Observed Category Item/Location Description… Continue reading JOHNSON, DAVID
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SCHWINDT, ROBERT MICHAEL Sex Offender
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SAPA, MICHAEL ANTHONY Sex Offender
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Fargo: 5-Year Term in Child Sex Abuse Material Case
Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Fargo man was sentenced after a felony plea. Ivan Mercado-Massini, 35, appeared in Cass County District Court on Jan. 20. Judge Reid Brady imposed a five-year prison sentence. The court ordered six months in jail. The rest of the sentence was suspended. Court filings show Mercado-Massini pleaded guilty to… Continue reading Fargo: 5-Year Term in Child Sex Abuse Material Case
Baudette: 70-Year-Old Charged in DWI Truck Case
Baudette, Lake of the Woods County (trfnews.i234.me) A Baudette man is accused of driving while impaired. Court records name him as Faron Ray Olson, 70. Olson faces two gross misdemeanor counts of third-degree driving while impaired. The charges cite Minnesota Statutes 169A.20.1(1) and 169A.20.1(5). What is alleged A criminal complaint says deputies were called at… Continue reading Baudette: 70-Year-Old Charged in DWI Truck Case
West Fargo: Man Nabbed in Stolen Car With Meth, Guns
West Fargo, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) A 50-year-old West Fargo man is jailed after police linked him to stolen vehicles. Court documents say drugs and guns were also found. Stolen Vehicle Report Police say the case began late Tuesday after a vehicle theft report. The owner reported that a black Volkswagen Passat was running outside. The… Continue reading West Fargo: Man Nabbed in Stolen Car With Meth, Guns
Devils Lake TV Burglary: Two Charged
Devils Lake, Ramsey County (trfnews.i234.me) — Two men face felony burglary charges. Court records describe a break-in at a closed building in Devils Lake, North Dakota. Michael McDonald and Tommie R. Ducheneaux were each charged in Ramsey County District Court. Court documents say the case began on Jan. 15. What court files say Court records… Continue reading Devils Lake TV Burglary: Two Charged