Detroit Lakes (trfnews.i234.me) — Two people are now charged after two alleged thefts at the Detroit Lakes Walmart. Court records say the cases happened in October and December of 2025. Melissa Ortiz, of West Fargo, is charged with felony theft. Jeffery Soular, of Fargo, is also charged. Court records name a third male suspect. No… Continue reading Detroit Lakes: Pair Charged in $6,100 Walmart Theft
Cass Lake: Man Charged in Sex Assault, Stalking
Cass Lake, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — A Cass Lake man is facing three felony charges. Court documents link the case to an alleged incident on January 1, 2026. Charges filed Matic J. Wakanabo, of Cass Lake, faces felony charges of criminal sexual conduct involving penetration, stalking, and terroristic threats. The complaint says the woman reported threats… Continue reading Cass Lake: Man Charged in Sex Assault, Stalking
POLK COUNTY ARREST/FIRE REPORT January 16, 2026
The Northwest Regional Corrections Center in Crookston reported the arrest of the following – Benjamin John Steinberger, 51 of Thompson, North Dakota, for first-degree drug sale of 50 grams of Amphetamine Phencyclidine hallucinogen Crookston Fire Calls Joshua Zeni Sotzsky, 41 of Mentor, for first-degree DUI with an alcohol concentration of .10 or more within two… Continue reading POLK COUNTY ARREST/FIRE REPORT January 16, 2026
Jamestown: Man Accused of Threats Faces Felony
Jamestown (trfnews.i234.me) — A Jamestown man is facing new charges. Police say he made threats at a home. Police also say he caused damage inside the residence. Aaron Carow was arrested Tuesday night, according to court documents. He appeared in court on Wednesday. He pleaded not guilty to a misdemeanor charge of criminal mischief. He… Continue reading Jamestown: Man Accused of Threats Faces Felony
Man charged after defecating in Bemidji Police patrol car
Bemidji (trfnews.i234.me) — A Bagley man faces felony charges. Police say he defecated in a patrol car on purpose. Sha-Lu Nuday Steeprock, 23, appeared in court on Wednesday, according to a criminal complaint. He is charged with first-degree damage to property. He is also charged with fifth-degree drug possession. He also faces charges of fleeing… Continue reading Man charged after defecating in Bemidji Police patrol car
East Grand Forks: Dispensary Planned at Burger King
East Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) — East Grand Forks may soon get a new retail cannabis store. The White Earth Nation has filed a demolition request with the city. Former Burger King site targeted The request involves the former Burger King on Central Avenue Northwest. The restaurant has been closed, and the building is set for… Continue reading East Grand Forks: Dispensary Planned at Burger King
Jamestown: Woman Charged in 14-Year-Old Sex Case
Jamestown (trfnews.i234.me) — A 19-year-old Jamestown woman is facing a felony charge. Court records say the case involves a 14-year-old boy. Valerie Rae Mann was charged Tuesday with gross sexual imposition in Stutsman County District Court, according to court documents. What court records say Police were called to a home in the 800 block of… Continue reading Jamestown: Woman Charged in 14-Year-Old Sex Case
Thief River Falls: Latest Pennington Citations Listed
Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — A new edition of the Pennington County Citation Disposition Bulletin lists recent traffic cases. TRF News pays for copies of this public record. The bulletin lists cases from the Minnesota State Patrol. It also lists cases from the sheriff’s office. It includes cases from Thief River Falls police, too. TRF News… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Latest Pennington Citations Listed
Thief River Falls: Crash at 1st & LaBree Reported
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Police responded to a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of First Street and LaBree Avenue in Thief River Falls. The crash was reported at 8:15 p.m. on Jan. 3, according to the report. What the report says Police say Kenneth Yeager of Thief River Falls was driving a 2008 Chrysler… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Crash at 1st & LaBree Reported
Thief River Falls: Crash at 1st & LaBree, Citation
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Police responded to a two-vehicle crash near the intersection of First Street and LaBree Avenue in Thief River Falls. The crash was reported at 4:44 p.m. on Jan. 2, according to the report. What the report says Police say Dacian Wolff of Thief River Falls was driving a 2000 Ford… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Crash at 1st & LaBree, Citation
Thief River Falls: Subway Worker Punched, Police Say
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Police responded to a reported assault at a Subway restaurant in Thief River Falls. The call was reported at 8:19 p.m. on Jan. 3, according to a citation. Michael Caden Lansford, 23, of Land O’Lakes, Florida, has been cited for fifth-degree assault. Police say he punched an employee during a… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Subway Worker Punched, Police Say
Thief River Falls: Pickup Crashes Through Shed
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — The Pennington County Sheriff’s Office responded to a single-vehicle crash that damaged a shed northeast of Thief River Falls. The crash was reported at 9:04 a.m. on Jan. 3. Where it happened Deputies received a report of an accident near the intersection of 137th Street Northeast and 184th Avenue Northeast,… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Pickup Crashes Through Shed
Devils Lake: Man Dies in CHS Grain Pit Accident
DEVILS LAKE, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A 34-year-old man died Wednesday after becoming trapped in corn. The Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office described the death as accidental in a news release. What happened The sheriff’s office says the incident happened at the CHS Elevator west of Devils Lake. Dispatchers received the call at about 9:20 a.m. on… Continue reading Devils Lake: Man Dies in CHS Grain Pit Accident
Fargo: Horace Woman Charged in Burglary Case
Fargo (trfnews.i234.me) — Brandy R.C. Olivieri of Horace, North Dakota, is charged with felony burglary in Fargo. Court documents say the case started at 4:13 a.m. Tuesday, January 13, 2026. Officers were sent to an apartment building after a resident reported an intruder. What court documents say The victim told police she woke up and… Continue reading Fargo: Horace Woman Charged in Burglary Case
Grand Forks: Man Found Dead on Red River Greenway
Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) — Police are investigating after a man was found dead along the Red River. What happened Police say the call came in on Wednesday at 2:07 p.m. A passerby reported an unresponsive man on the Greenway. The location was south of the railroad bridge. Officers arrived and found the man face down… Continue reading Grand Forks: Man Found Dead on Red River Greenway
POLK COUNTY ARREST/FIRE REPORT January 15, 2026
The Northwest Regional Corrections Center in Crookston reported the arrest of the following – Ryan Oliver Aune, 34 arrested in Norman County, for driving after cancellation, inimical to public safety. Crookston Fire Calls Steven Andrew Rodahl, 33 of Crookston, for domestic assaultDavid Carl Swenson, 50 of East Grand Forks, for domestic abuse, violating a no… Continue reading POLK COUNTY ARREST/FIRE REPORT January 15, 2026
Devils Lake: Man Dies in Corn Bin at CHS
Devils Lake, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) — A 34-year-old man died in a grain bin accident Wednesday morning. Authorities said the man suffocated inside a bin filled with corn. The incident happened at the CHS grain elevator west of Devils Lake. The site handles corn and other grain from area farms. Investigators with the Ramsey County… Continue reading Devils Lake: Man Dies in Corn Bin at CHS
Fergus Falls: Attempted Murder Charge After Stabbing
Fergus Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Alexander Sian-Gonzalez of Fergus Falls, Minnesota, is charged in a stabbing that injured his brother-in-law. What the police say happened According to a probable cause statement, officers were sent to a home near South Sheridan Street around 11:21 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 10. The call was reported as a stabbing. Police said… Continue reading Fergus Falls: Attempted Murder Charge After Stabbing
Thief River Falls: Hit-and-Run Cited After Crash
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Police cited a Thief River Falls woman after a reported hit-and-run crash at a city intersection. The collision was reported at 1:05 p.m. on Jan. 7, according to the report. Crash location and vehicles The crash was reported at Markley Avenue and James Street, police said. Police say Ericka May… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Hit-and-Run Cited After Crash
Thief River Falls: Crash Sends Driver to Hospital
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Police responded to a two-vehicle crash near Walmart on Highway 59. The collision was reported at 6:54 p.m. on Jan. 3. What happened Police say Howard Brockhouse of Middle River was driving a 2018 Jeep Compass. The report says he was traveling south on Highway 59. Investigators say Brockhouse began… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Crash Sends Driver to Hospital
Thief River Falls: Grain Elevator Fined $18,120
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Farmers Grain, LLC is a grain elevator in Thief River Falls. The company paid $18,120 in state fines, according to officials. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) states that the company pumped contaminated water from its property. The water entered the City of Thief River Falls stormwater system, the agency… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Grain Elevator Fined $18,120
Grand Forks: Pair Charged After I-29 Meth Find
Grand Forks County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Grand Forks man and woman face a felony drug case. The case followed a traffic stop on Interstate 29. Traffic stop on I-29 Court documents say a deputy stopped a vehicle on I-29 on January 9. The stop happened in the Grand Forks area. The passengers were identified as… Continue reading Grand Forks: Pair Charged After I-29 Meth Find
New York Mills: 3-Year-Old Killed in Dog Attack
Otter Tail County (trfnews.i234.me) — A child died in a dog attack west of New York Mills. Authorities have now released the child’s name. The Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office said the victim was 3-year-old Beckett Brown. His grandmother, Kristen Nelson, 51, was also hurt in the attack. 911 call and emergency trip Dispatch received… Continue reading New York Mills: 3-Year-Old Killed in Dog Attack
Grand Forks: Man Charged After Stolen Car Stop
Grand Forks, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) — Jacob A. Kerrins of Grand Meadow, Minnesota, is charged with felony theft of property after a traffic stop in Grand Forks. Traffic Stop Court records say a deputy saw a vehicle with an expired license plate. The stop happened on January 9 in Grand Forks. Investigators say Kerrins was… Continue reading Grand Forks: Man Charged After Stolen Car Stop
Fargo: Man Charged in Two Fires, Drug Gear Found
Fargo (trfnews.i234.me) — A Fargo man is now charged in two separate fire cases. Court records list the suspect as Ivan Verovoy of Fargo. What Verovoy Is Accused Of Prosecutors charged Verovoy with two felony counts of endangering by fire. He also faces a felony count for possession of drug paraphernalia. The charges are allegations.… Continue reading Fargo: Man Charged in Two Fires, Drug Gear Found
Thief River Falls: 77g Meth Found in Traffic Stop
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — A Thief River Falls man faces felony drug charges. Authorities say 77.4 grams of meth were found during a traffic stop. Matthew Peter Stengrim, 31, is charged in Pennington County District Court. He is charged with first-degree meth possession. He also faces a fifth-degree controlled substance charge. He is also… Continue reading Thief River Falls: 77g Meth Found in Traffic Stop
Fargo: Guilty Plea Ends Apartment Stabbing Trial
Fargo (trfnews.i234.me) — A Cass County trial set for this week was called off Monday, Jan. 12, 2026. Prosecutors said Boimein Dahn, 33, pleaded guilty to aggravated assault. The case stems from a reported stabbing at a south Fargo apartment last summer. Fargo police said the victim’s injuries were not life-threatening. Trial canceled after plea… Continue reading Fargo: Guilty Plea Ends Apartment Stabbing Trial
Belcourt: Felony Murder Charge in Casino Death
Belcourt (trfnews.i234.me) — A 58-year-old man from Mandaree is charged with felony murder. The charge follows a homicide at Sky Dancer Casino & Resort. The casino sits on the Turtle Mountain Reservation. Rigoberto Mendez-Morales was taken into custody after a 911 call early Saturday. The victim’s identity has not been released. 911 call and detention… Continue reading Belcourt: Felony Murder Charge in Casino Death
Detroit Lakes: ICE Arrest Caught on Video
Detroit Lakes (trfnews.i234.me) — Federal officers with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement made at least one arrest Monday morning. The incident happened in Detroit Lakes, according to a video posted online. Video shows officers outside China Buffet The video was shared by Grace Waawaate-Ikwe Roberts on Facebook. Roberts has more than 6,000 followers on her… Continue reading Detroit Lakes: ICE Arrest Caught on Video
Crookston: 3 Felony Child Abuse Material Charges
Polk County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Crookston man is facing three felony counts tied to alleged child sexual abuse material, according to court records. Michael Anthony Arpa, 38, of Crookston, is charged in Polk County District Court. The case includes three felony counts of possessing child sexual abuse material. The charges allege a minor under the… Continue reading Crookston: 3 Felony Child Abuse Material Charges
Mentor: Cass Lake Woman Charged With DWI
Polk County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Cass Lake woman is charged with gross misdemeanor DWI after a vehicle was found stuck in the median on Highway 2 near Mentor, according to a criminal complaint. Court records identify the defendant as Chantelle Lynn Fairbanks, 37, of Cass Lake. She is charged with gross misdemeanor second-degree driving while… Continue reading Mentor: Cass Lake Woman Charged With DWI
Thief River Falls: Snapchat Sex Video Felony
Thief River Falls, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — Matthew Peter Stengrim of Thief River Falls is facing a felony charge. The case involves alleged Snapchat messages to a juvenile girl. According to court documents, the alleged conduct happened last summer. Prosecutors say Stengrim sent sexually explicit videos through Snapchat. The juvenile is not named in public court… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Snapchat Sex Video Felony
Crookston: Red Lake Man Charged in Stolen Car
Crookston (trfnews.i234.me) — A Red Lake man is facing a felony charge tied to a stolen car case in Crookston. Keenan Beaulieu, of Red Lake, Minnesota, is charged with felony unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, according to court documents. What the court filing says According to the complaint, the case began on Jan. 1.… Continue reading Crookston: Red Lake Man Charged in Stolen Car
Winger: Jeep Crashes Into Bar, DWI Charged
Polk County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Winger woman faces DWI and obstruction charges after a crash at a local bar, according to a criminal complaint. Patricia Kaye Polley, 71, of Winger, is charged in Polk County District Court. The charges include gross misdemeanor third-degree driving while impaired. She is also charged with misdemeanor DWI and misdemeanor… Continue reading Winger: Jeep Crashes Into Bar, DWI Charged
Middle River Man Charged After Wrong-Way Chase
Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Middle River man is charged after a reported wrong-way driving incident and pursuit in Becker County. Court records identify the defendant as Zachary Ryan Opdahl, 38, of Middle River, Minnesota. He is charged with felony fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle. He is also charged with gross misdemeanor… Continue reading Middle River Man Charged After Wrong-Way Chase
Mahnomen: Man Charged After Naked Knife Call
Mahnomen County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Mahnomen man is facing a felony assault charge after a reported hallway incident at an apartment building. Court records identify the defendant as Glen Dale Lamorie, 50, of Mahnomen. He is charged with felony second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon. He is also charged with misdemeanor disorderly conduct and misdemeanor… Continue reading Mahnomen: Man Charged After Naked Knife Call
Detroit Lakes: Howard Acquitted of Assault Charges
Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Detroit Lakes man has been found not guilty in a felony domestic assault case. Court records say Dejuan Lamar Howard, 32, was acquitted in Becker County District Court. He faced a felony charge of domestic assault by strangulation. He also faced a felony domestic assault charge. What the complaint alleged… Continue reading Detroit Lakes: Howard Acquitted of Assault Charges
Alexandria: Woman Safe After Snowmobile Breaks Ice
Douglas County (trfnews.i234.me) — A woman is safe after her snowmobile went through the ice on Lake Ida Wednesday night, according to authorities. Douglas County deputies were called to the southwest bay of Lake Ida around 6 p.m. The area is between Breezy Point and Lakeview Point, officials said. The woman jumped free Authorities identified… Continue reading Alexandria: Woman Safe After Snowmobile Breaks Ice
Ada: Domestic Assault Charge After Infant Held
ADA, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — A 22-year-old Ada woman is charged after an early morning domestic call. Madison Leighann Manypenny Roy, 22, of Ada, is charged with gross misdemeanor domestic assault. The charge is listed as domestic assault-subsequent violation under Minnesota law. The case is based on a criminal complaint filed in court. Call reported in… Continue reading Ada: Domestic Assault Charge After Infant Held
Bemidji: LaPorte Teen Charged in Fake $20s
BEMIDJI, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — An 18-year-old from LaPorte is charged after a counterfeit cash report at a Bemidji store. J. Schafbuch, 18, is charged with gross misdemeanor counterfeiting of currency. The charge alleges uttering or possessing counterfeit bills. Schafbuch is also charged with misdemeanor, giving a peace officer a false name or birthdate. All details… Continue reading Bemidji: LaPorte Teen Charged in Fake $20s
Beltrami County: Red Lake Man Charged Felony DWI
BELTRAMI COUNTY, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — A Red Lake man is charged with felony first-degree DWI after a report of a minivan stuck on a snowmobile trail. Valen Vaughn Hughte, 33, of Red Lake, is charged with first-degree DWI. The charge lists alcohol concentration of 0.08 within two hours. All allegations come from a criminal complaint… Continue reading Beltrami County: Red Lake Man Charged Felony DWI
Fargo: High-Risk Sex Offender New Address
Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) Fargo police issued a public notice about a registered sex offender. Police said Raymond Warren Rushton, 38, registered a new Fargo address. The address is on 11th Street North, police said. Police description Police described Rushton as 5-foot-6 and about 235 pounds. They listed brown hair and blue eyes. Conviction history Police… Continue reading Fargo: High-Risk Sex Offender New Address
Grand Marais: Co-op Stabbing Leads to Attempted Murder
Grand Marais, Cook County (trfnews.i234.me) A Cook County Co-op employee is facing major felony charges after a stabbing inside the store. Donovan Michael Vondall, 32, of Grand Portage, is charged with attempted second-degree murder. He also faces first-degree assault and second-degree assault charges, according to court documents. What the complaint says happened Court records say… Continue reading Grand Marais: Co-op Stabbing Leads to Attempted Murder
Moorhead: Post Sparks School Threat Scare, Cleared
Moorhead (trfnews.i234.me) Moorhead police and Moorhead Area Public Schools responded Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, after a social media post raised concerns about a possible school threat. Officials said the post showed a shadow that looked like a gun. Police later confirmed it was a water gun. Post reported to officials School officials said the post… Continue reading Moorhead: Post Sparks School Threat Scare, Cleared
Bemidji: Neighbor Reports Break-In, Stalking Charges
Bemidji, Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) A Bemidji man is facing felony stalking and burglary charges after deputies say he broke into a neighbor’s home while she was out of town. Nathan Christopher Crouch, 42, is charged with felony stalking with a pattern of conduct. He is also charged with second-degree burglary of a dwelling. He also… Continue reading Bemidji: Neighbor Reports Break-In, Stalking Charges
Ulen: Victim Identified in Fatal House Fire
Ulen (trfnews.i234.me) — Authorities have identified the victim of a fatal house fire near Ulen. Officials say Daryn Waller, 57, died in the fire on Friday, Jan. 9, 2026. The call came in mid-morning Emergency crews were dispatched at about 10:14 a.m. Friday. The call reported a structure fire in rural Clay County. The address… Continue reading Ulen: Victim Identified in Fatal House Fire
Thief River Falls: Threat Message Locks Down LHS
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Lincoln High School entered secure mode Monday after staff learned of a possible threat. What prompted the response School leaders said a student reported a concerning message. The message talked about bringing a weapon to school. How the school responded The student tied to the message was marked absent that… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Threat Message Locks Down LHS
POLK COUNTY ARREST/FIRE REPORT January 13, 2026
The Northwest Regional Corrections Center in Crookston reported the arrest of the following – Gene Tyler Flateland, 33 of Fosston, for fourth-degree DUI Crookston Fire Calls Fire Report
Fargo: Martin Pleads Guilty in Apartment Shooting
Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) A man charged in a fatal Fargo shooting has changed his plea. Patrick Martin was arrested on Jan. 14, 2025, court records show. He was first charged with two counts of murder. He was also charged with conspiracy to commit robbery. Plea change in court Court records show Martin pleaded not… Continue reading Fargo: Martin Pleads Guilty in Apartment Shooting
Detroit Lakes: Felony DWI, Meth Case Ends in Prison
Detroit Lakes, Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) A Detroit Lakes man has been sentenced for felony DWI and felony fifth-degree drug possession. Jareth James Krogen, 38, of Detroit Lakes, was sentenced in Becker County District Court, according to court documents. Late-night stop on Highway 59 Court documents say the incident happened on June 19 at about 11:37… Continue reading Detroit Lakes: Felony DWI, Meth Case Ends in Prison
Detroit Lakes: Meth Charge After Traffic Stop
Detroit Lakes, Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) A Detroit Lakes man faces a felony fifth-degree drug charge in Becker County District Court. Kyle James Bachmeier, 38, of Detroit Lakes, was charged after a traffic stop, according to court records. Traffic stop Court records indicate that the stop occurred on November 24 in Detroit Lakes. An officer stopped… Continue reading Detroit Lakes: Meth Charge After Traffic Stop
New York Mills: 3-Year-Old Dies in Dog Attack
New York Mills (trfnews.i234.me) — A 3-year-old boy died after a dog attack near New York Mills, Minnesota. Authorities say the boy’s grandmother was also hurt. What the sheriff’s office reported The Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office said the call came in at about 1 p.m. on Jan. 11, 2026. Dispatch received a 911 call… Continue reading New York Mills: 3-Year-Old Dies in Dog Attack
Fargo: Centre Walkout Leads to Felony Escape Charge
Fargo (trfnews.i234.me) — A Fargo man is facing a felony escape charge after police say he walked out of a local facility during intake. George B. Johnson Jr., of Fargo, is charged with felony escape. The allegation stems from an incident reported on January 6, 2026. What the incident report says Officers were sent to… Continue reading Fargo: Centre Walkout Leads to Felony Escape Charge
Audubon: Rifle Found, Man Sentenced for Threats
Audubon, Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) An Audubon man has been sentenced for felony threats of violence, court records show. James William Varno, 58, of Audubon, was sentenced in Becker County District Court. He was also found guilty of gross misdemeanor harassment. The court did not enter an adjudication on the harassment count. A misdemeanor disorderly conduct charge… Continue reading Audubon: Rifle Found, Man Sentenced for Threats
Detroit Lakes: Moorhead Man Sentenced for Walmart Theft
Detroit Lakes, Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) A Moorhead man was sentenced for felony theft after a Walmart case in Detroit Lakes. Christopher James Lussier, 42, of Moorhead, pleaded guilty to one felony theft count, court records show. A second felony theft count was dismissed under a plea deal. What happened Court records say the theft happened… Continue reading Detroit Lakes: Moorhead Man Sentenced for Walmart Theft
Pennington County: Felony Drug Case Dismissed
Pennington County, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — A dismissed felony drug offense is included in the latest edition of the Pennington County Citation Disposition Bulletin. TRF News pays for copies of this public information. TRF News publishes these outcomes for readers. TRF News also asks others not to repost this material. Pennington County Sheriff’s Office case Jezzirae… Continue reading Pennington County: Felony Drug Case Dismissed
Thief River Falls: Cohasset Man Charged With 0.22 DWI
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — A Cohasset man is charged with third-degree DWI after a traffic stop in Thief River Falls. Court records say two breath tests later showed a 0.22 result. Darrin John Anderson, 39, of Cohasset, has been charged with third-degree DWI. He was arrested, according to the complaint. Traffic stop near Highway… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Cohasset Man Charged With 0.22 DWI
Thief River Falls: Bite Alleged in Domestic Assault
Thief River Falls, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — Police received a report of a domestic assault at 12:10 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 4. The incident was reported in the 300 block of Merriam Avenue North. Preston Jeffery Olson, 36, of Thief River Falls, was cited for domestic assault. He was arrested, according to the citation. According to… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Bite Alleged in Domestic Assault
Thief River Falls: Pickup Hits Pole on Icy Horace Ave
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Police responded to a reported crash near the intersection of Horace Avenue and Fourth Street early New Year’s Day. According to the report, the call came in at 6:22 a.m. on Jan. 1. What police say happened Police said Tristin Breiland of Thief River Falls was driving a 2004 Dodge… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Pickup Hits Pole on Icy Horace Ave
Pennington County Jail Roster – January 11, 2026
Pennington County Jail Roster – January 11, 2026 January 11, 2026 Ashwood, David Age: 44 Booking Date: 2024-06-21 Booking #: 2024006012 Case# Charge Description Sev 00000000 609.749.5(a) Stalking – Engages in Stalking F Barnes, Kevin Age: 34 Booking Date: 2025-11-24 Booking #: 2025000460 Case# Charge Description Sev 23502163 169A.25.1(b) Traffic – DWI –… Continue reading Pennington County Jail Roster – January 11, 2026
Thief River Falls: 0.17 BAC DWI Charge Filed
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — A Thief River Falls woman is facing a felony DWI charge after a traffic stop early New Year’s Day. Court records say officers found signs of impairment and later recorded breath results of 0.17. Ashlee Dawn Miramontes, 44, of Thief River Falls, has been charged with second-degree DWI. She was… Continue reading Thief River Falls: 0.17 BAC DWI Charge Filed
Fargo: Man Spits On Officer To Get Arrested
Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Fargo man is facing a felony charge after an incident at a local hospital, according to an incident report. Police identified the man as Riley Dwight Braun. Officers were called to the hospital on January 6, 2026. Staff asked police for help after Braun refused to leave, the report says.… Continue reading Fargo: Man Spits On Officer To Get Arrested
POLK COUNTY ARREST/FIRE REPORT January 12, 2026
The Northwest Regional Corrections Center in Crookston reported the arrest of the following –Patrica Kaye Polley, Chantelle Lynn Fairbanks, 37 of Crookston, for second-degree alcohol concentration over .10 or more within 12 hours Crookston Fire Calls David Carl Swenson, 50 of East Grand Forks, for domestic assault by strangulation. Fire Report
Thief River Falls: Van Backs Into Parked Jeep
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Police received a report of a two-vehicle accident along Cardinal Avenue in Thief River Falls on Dec. 31. According to the report, the call came in at 3:13 p.m. What the police say happened Police said Ellie Sabourin of Thief River Falls was backing a 2013 Ford Econoline when the… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Van Backs Into Parked Jeep
Grand Forks: Man Charged In Menards Return Scam
Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) — A Grand Forks man faces a felony theft charge. Court records describe an alleged false return at Menards. Court documents name the defendant as Daniel Robert Nelson, of Grand Forks. Records say the incident happened on November 18, 2025, at the Menards store in Grand Forks. What court records allege Investigators… Continue reading Grand Forks: Man Charged In Menards Return Scam
Spirit Lake Nation: Juvenile Held in JC Davis Death
SPIRIT LAKE NATION, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A juvenile suspect is in custody after a homicide on the Spirit Lake Reservation, according to the Spirit Lake Tribal Council. The council identified the victim as Jesse Clark Davis. Family and community members knew him as JC. The Spirit Lake Tribal Council said the homicide occurred on Sunday,… Continue reading Spirit Lake Nation: Juvenile Held in JC Davis Death
Fargo: Landfill Search Deepens Wengel Missing Case
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — Police and state agents continued searching the Fargo landfill on Sunday as the hunt continues for missing West Fargo woman Isadora Wengel. Fargo Police say the case includes evidence linked to the 4400 block of Calico Drive South. West Fargo Police say Wengel, 24, was last seen in the early morning… Continue reading Fargo: Landfill Search Deepens Wengel Missing Case
Belcourt: Mendez-Morales Held in Hotel Murder Case
BELCOURT, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A man is being held in connection with a weekend death inside a casino hotel room in Belcourt. The Rolette County Sheriff’s Office confirmed to TRF News that Rigoberto Mendez-Morales is being held on a murder charge. The sheriff’s office also confirmed the FBI is investigating. Officials have not released the… Continue reading Belcourt: Mendez-Morales Held in Hotel Murder Case
Grand Forks County: Crews Fight House Fire
GRAND FORKS COUNTY, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) Several fire departments responded to a house fire north of Grand Forks on Saturday evening. The fire was reported around 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026. The location was on 79th Avenue North, off North Washington Street. Photos shared from the Manvel area show heavy damage to the home.… Continue reading Grand Forks County: Crews Fight House Fire
Spirit Lake Nation: Homicide Probe, FBI Assisting
SPIRIT LAKE RESERVATION, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A murder investigation is underway at Spirit Lake Nation. Tribal public relations specialist Vicki Alberts confirmed a homicide on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026. Alberts said local law enforcement and the FBI are on scene. She said investigators are actively working the case. What officials are saying Alberts said details… Continue reading Spirit Lake Nation: Homicide Probe, FBI Assisting
Spirit Lake Nation: Murder Probe Underway
SPIRIT LAKE NATION, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A murder investigation is underway at Spirit Lake Nation in North Dakota. Early reports indicate an adult male is dead. Officials have not released the victim’s name. Officials also have not released a suspect description. This is a developing story. Limited Details Released So far, tribal officials have shared… Continue reading Spirit Lake Nation: Murder Probe Underway
West Fargo: Akuot Akon Charged After 911 Call
WEST FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A West Fargo woman is facing charges tied to allegations involving her mother. Akuot Akon, of West Fargo, is charged with felony interference with a telephone during an emergency call. She is also charged with misdemeanor false information to law enforcement. What Court Documents Allege According to court documents, police… Continue reading West Fargo: Akuot Akon Charged After 911 Call
Fergus Falls: Gronseth Charged in Jail Kiosk Damage
FERGUS FALLS, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — A Fergus Falls man is facing a felony charge after damage was reported inside the Otter Tail County jail. Adam R. Gronseth, of Fergus Falls, is charged with felony criminal damage to property. The charge is based on a statement of probable cause filed in court. Damage Reported At County… Continue reading Fergus Falls: Gronseth Charged in Jail Kiosk Damage
Grand Forks: Peltier Charged With Felony Terrorizing
GRAND FORKS, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A Grand Forks man is charged after a reported knife threat against a teen. Raymond L. Peltier, of Grand Forks, is charged with felony terrorizing. The charge is based on a report described in court documents. What Court Documents Allege According to the report, police were called on Jan. 8.… Continue reading Grand Forks: Peltier Charged With Felony Terrorizing
Fargo SWAT Search Tied to Missing Isadora Wengel
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — Fargo police say officers served a search warrant Friday night in a missing person case involving 24-year-old Isadora Wengel. Police said the case started with the West Fargo Police Department. Police reported Wengel missing during that agency’s investigation. Search Warrant Served Friday Fargo police said the warrant was served at about… Continue reading Fargo SWAT Search Tied to Missing Isadora Wengel
St. Anthony Homicide Suspect Arrested Near Duluth
ST. ANTHONY, Minn. — Police say one man is dead and a juvenile boy was seriously injured after a stabbing at a St. Anthony apartment complex early Saturday morning. Officers were dispatched at about 5:01 a.m. to the Equinox Apartments at 2812 Silver Lane for a reported stabbing in a hallway. Police located one adult… Continue reading St. Anthony Homicide Suspect Arrested Near Duluth
Belcourt: Sky Dancer Casino Murder Probe
Belcourt (trfnews.i234.me) — Authorities are investigating an apparent homicide at Sky Dancer Casino in Belcourt. As of this update, officials have not released details on what happened. TRF News has contacted the Rolette County Sheriff’s Office for information. This story will be updated when more facts are confirmed. What we know right now Reports indicate… Continue reading Belcourt: Sky Dancer Casino Murder Probe
Bemidji: Cass Lake Man Charged After Park Arrest
Bemidji (trfnews.i234.me) — A Cass Lake man is facing criminal charges after an incident at a Bemidji park, according to court documents. Gary William Allen of Cass Lake is charged with two felony counts of fourth-degree assault of a peace officer. He is also charged with a gross misdemeanor for obstructing the legal process. Call… Continue reading Bemidji: Cass Lake Man Charged After Park Arrest
Blackduck: Burglary Charges After Trooper Bitten by Dog
Blackduck (trfnews.i234.me) — A Blackduck man is facing multiple felony charges after a dispute at a residence, according to court documents. Logan Andrew Marthaler of Blackduck is charged with two felony counts of burglary. He also faces a felony charge tied to an alleged assault on a peace officer. What court documents allege The incident… Continue reading Blackduck: Burglary Charges After Trooper Bitten by Dog
Fargo: Calico Dr Crime Scene Tied to Missing Woman
Fargo (trfnews.i234.me) — A garage and nearby area on Calico Drive South were taped off during an overnight police investigation. TRF News received video from late Friday night. The video shows crime scene tape around a garage. Investigators were seen moving items and taking photos. What neighbors reported A nearby resident told TRF News they… Continue reading Fargo: Calico Dr Crime Scene Tied to Missing Woman
Grand Forks: DUI Arrest After Rollover Crash
Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) — A Thursday night rollover crash in Grand Forks led to a DUI arrest, police said. The Grand Forks Police Department said officers were dispatched at about 9:55 p.m. The call came from the 900 block of Campbell Drive. Police said it was a one-vehicle rollover crash with injuries. What officers found… Continue reading Grand Forks: DUI Arrest After Rollover Crash
Ulen: Man Dies in Rural Clay County House Fire
Ulen (trfnews.i234.me) — One man was killed in a rural Clay County house fire Friday morning. The Clay County Sheriff’s Office said crews were dispatched at about 10:14 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 9. The call was for a house fire at 21148 160th Ave. N., near Ulen, Minnesota. The report said the man could not… Continue reading Ulen: Man Dies in Rural Clay County House Fire
Jamestown: Stillborn Finding in Fetal Remains Case
Jamestown (trfnews.i234.me) — Authorities in Jamestown say a post-mortem exam found the fetus discovered last fall was stillborn. The Jamestown Police Department released the update after working with the Stutsman County Coroner and the North Dakota state forensic medical examiner’s office. Stillbirth finding Police said the medical examiner determined the cause of death was intrauterine… Continue reading Jamestown: Stillborn Finding in Fetal Remains Case
Detroit Lakes: Woman Killed in St. Croix Shark Attack
Detroit Lakes (trfnews.i234.me) — A Detroit Lakes woman died after a suspected shark attack in the U.S. Virgin Islands, officials said. The Virgin Islands Police Department identified the woman as 56-year-old Arlene Lillis of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. Police said the attack happened Thursday afternoon near Dorsch Beach on St. Croix. What the police say happened… Continue reading Detroit Lakes: Woman Killed in St. Croix Shark Attack
Duluth-Superior: 24 Jailed in Gang Drug Bust
Duluth/Superior (trfnews.i234.me) — Two dozen people were jailed after a major drug operation in the Twin Ports. Authorities said 10 search warrants were served on Wednesday, Jan. 7. The warrants were executed in Duluth, Minnesota, and Superior, Wisconsin. The Lake Superior Violent Offender Task Force led the operation. Local, state, and federal agencies assisted, officials… Continue reading Duluth-Superior: 24 Jailed in Gang Drug Bust
Grand Forks: DUI Arrest After Rollover on Campbell Dr
Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) — A Thursday night crash in Grand Forks ended with a DUI arrest, police said. Officers were sent out at about 9:55 p.m. for a rollover with injuries. The crash was reported in the 900 block of Campbell Drive, police said. Rollover scene Police said they arrived and found a tan 2003… Continue reading Grand Forks: DUI Arrest After Rollover on Campbell Dr
Vergas: Felony Threats, Domestic Assault Alleged
Vergas (trfnews.i234.me) — A Vergas, Minnesota, man is facing a felony charge and two gross misdemeanor counts in a domestic case. Alvin Ervin Hersch of Vergas has been charged with felony threats of violence. He also faces gross misdemeanor domestic assault charges. The domestic assault counts include harm and fear, according to court records. What… Continue reading Vergas: Felony Threats, Domestic Assault Alleged
Park River: Grand Forks Woman Charged in Assault
Park River (trfnews.i234.me) — A Grand Forks woman faces two felony charges after a reported assault in Park River. Tilly Welsh, of Grand Forks, is charged with terrorizing and aggravated assault. The case is filed in Walsh County District Court. What court records allege Deputies were sent to a Park River residence at about 5:50… Continue reading Park River: Grand Forks Woman Charged in Assault
Grand Forks: Knife Threat, Felony Preventing Arrest
Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) — A Grand Forks man is charged with two felonies after a reported threat at an apartment building. Michael Skinner of Grand Forks faces felony charges of terrorizing and preventing arrest. Those charges are listed in court documents filed in Grand Forks County District Court. What the complaint alleges The case began… Continue reading Grand Forks: Knife Threat, Felony Preventing Arrest
Grand Forks: After-Hours Clinic Trespass Charges
Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) — Two people now face felony criminal trespass charges in a case from December. Court documents say Doug Reierson and Kiesha Lytle were inside Spectra Health after hours on December 19. The filing says both were later identified from surveillance video. What court records allege Investigators say surveillance video showed the pair… Continue reading Grand Forks: After-Hours Clinic Trespass Charges
Thief River Falls: Pickup Slides Into Parked Car
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Police responded to a reported crash in the parking lot of Arctic Cat early Dec. 31. According to the report, the call came in at 2:25 a.m. What the police say happened Levi Johnson of Thief River Falls was driving a 2011 GMC Sierra, according to the report. The report… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Pickup Slides Into Parked Car
Thief River Falls: Medications Stolen at Quality Inn
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Police in Thief River Falls responded to a reported theft at the Quality Inn early Dec. 30. According to the report, the call came in at 5:55 a.m. What was reported stolen A woman from St. Paul told police that someone stole two weeks of her medications, according to the… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Medications Stolen at Quality Inn
Pennington County: Driver Backs Into Sheriff Tahoe
Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — The Pennington County Sheriff’s Office reported a minor crash outside a home along 158th Street Northeast on Dec. 29. The report came in at 9:34 a.m., according to the sheriff’s office. What happened According to the report, Eleanor Delage of Grand Forks, North Dakota, was backing a Chevy Impala Limited when… Continue reading Pennington County: Driver Backs Into Sheriff Tahoe
Thief River Falls: Driver Arrested After Revocation
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Thief River Falls police arrested a person after a traffic stop near Greenwood Street and Kendall Avenue. Police said the stop happened at about 12:19 p.m. on Dec. 27. Citation and arrest Joshua Ray Moreno, 26, of Thief River Falls, was cited for driving after revocation, police said. Police also… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Driver Arrested After Revocation
Thief River Falls: Pickup Hits Pole on Icy Street
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Police responded to a crash on Greenwood Street East in Thief River Falls on Dec. 26. The call came in at 2:32 p.m., according to the report. What the police say happened Police said Roberto Carlos Palacio Gonzalez of Thief River Falls was driving a 1999 Ford F-150 eastbound on… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Pickup Hits Pole on Icy Street
Thief River Falls: Domestic Assault Reported Dec. 25
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Police in Thief River Falls responded to a reported domestic assault on Dec. 25. The call came in at 11:15 a.m., according to police. Police said the incident was reported at Sherwood Park Townhomes. Citation and arrest Ruben Jose Yrigoyen, 35, of Thief River Falls, was cited for domestic assault,… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Domestic Assault Reported Dec. 25
Thief River Falls: Man Charged in $242 Check Forgery
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — A Thief River Falls man has been charged after police investigated a report of check forgery. Tanner Lyle Peterson, 32, is charged with felony check forgery and felony offering a forged check. He is also charged with misdemeanor possession of stolen checks, according to the complaint. The complaint was filed… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Man Charged in $242 Check Forgery
Thief River Falls: Newfolden Man Faces Meth, DWI
Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) A Newfolden man is facing multiple criminal charges after a traffic stop in Thief River Falls. Police say they found suspected drugs and drug items during the stop and later at the jail. James Robert Ness, 56, Newfolden, has been charged with felony fifth-degree controlled substance crime. He is also charged with… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Newfolden Man Faces Meth, DWI
Thief River Falls: Man Charged Over Registry Address
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — A Thief River Falls man has been charged in Pennington County District Court after authorities say he failed to update his registered address. Michael Allen Powell, 47, is charged with felony predatory offender — knowingly fails to fulfill registration requirement, according to the complaint. He has been summoned to appear… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Man Charged Over Registry Address
Thief River Falls: Minneapolis Man Charged in Strangling
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — A Minneapolis man is charged in Pennington County District Court after police say he strangled a woman until she blacked out at a Thief River Falls hotel. William Frank Syrette Jr., 47, is charged with felony domestic assault by strangulation. He is also charged with misdemeanor domestic assault. He also… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Minneapolis Man Charged in Strangling