Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Thief River Falls woman is facing multiple charges after allegedly misusing 911, assaulting officers, and resisting arrest. Court records show Jessica Lynn Meier, 37, has been charged with three counts of fourth-degree assault, two counts of obstructing arrest, and one count of making an emergency call when no emergency existed.
Police first responded to Meier’s apartment at 1303 First Street West on September 27 at 1:38 p.m., after a tenant reported falling and hitting her head. When officers arrived, they entered the apartment under possible medical emergency concerns and found Meier asleep. Upon waking, she claimed she had fallen and hit her head. Police noted she appeared intoxicated and observed several open alcohol containers. She declined medical treatment.
Later that night, between 11:30 p.m. and 12:12 a.m., Meier allegedly called 911 and dispatch 11 times without reporting an actual emergency. Authorities said she made abusive and harassing statements during the calls. When officers went to her apartment, she refused to open the door, shouted profanities, and demanded they “arrest Jeffrey Epstein.”
Despite warnings, Meier allegedly continued calling 911. During one call, she shouted, “Are you trying to hurt me?” prompting police to enter her apartment again. They found her bathing in a bathroom. After being told she was under arrest, Meier allegedly refused to comply. Officers forcibly removed her from the bathtub, during which she reportedly kicked one officer twice and another once while screaming profanities.
The complaint also notes Meier’s prior convictions, including domestic assault in 2021, fourth-degree assault in 2023, and two counts of fifth-degree assault in 2017. Those convictions occurred in Roseau and Clay counties.
If convicted, Meier could face significant penalties, including jail time. Officials stress that misuse of 911 lines places a strain on emergency services and diverts resources from legitimate emergencies. More information on misuse of emergency calls can be found through the FCC’s 911 resources.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.
