Red Lake County (trfnews.i234.me) Red Lake County authorities handled several incidents from March 20 through March 25, including a speeding citation, two theft reports, a juvenile alcohol case, and a court-ordered arrest. The week ended with a community escort for the Rebels boys’ basketball team as they left for the state tournament.
Traffic Stop and Theft Reports
On March 20, Caleb Glen Dvergsten, 18, of Wannaska was cited for speeding on Main Avenue in Red Lake Falls.
Shortly after midnight on March 21, a Red Lake Falls resident reported money stolen from a home. That case remains under investigation.
On March 24, a resident in Gervais Township also reported a theft. That case remains open.
Juvenile Alcohol Case
During the early morning of March 22, authorities found a vehicle parked along Main Avenue in Red Lake Falls. The passenger door was open. A passenger appeared sick. While checking on the group, authorities found that three of the four juvenile occupants had been drinking alcohol.
The juveniles’ parents were notified. The youths were taken home safely. Reports were sent to the Red Lake County Attorney’s Office for review of possible minor consumption charges.
Oklee Property Damage and Court Order
Later on March 22, authorities received a property damage complaint at an apartment building in Oklee. After reviewing the report, the matter was found to be non-criminal. The complainant was advised.
On March 23, authorities received a court order to apprehend and hold Chloe Ione Schultz-Lind, 21, of Red Lake Falls. She had reportedly left a treatment facility in Pine City without authorization the night before. She was later found in Kittson County and taken into custody. She was then transferred to Red Lake County authorities and transported to jail in Crookston.
Rebels Receive Community Escort
On March 25, law enforcement and emergency crews from several agencies escorted the Rebels boys’ basketball team out of the county. The team was headed to the state tournament in the Twin Cities after winning the Section 8A title.
Among the agencies involved were the Oklee Fire Department, Oklee Ambulance, Minnesota State Patrol, Red Lake Falls Fire Department, and Red Lake Falls Ambulance.
The sendoff marked a proud moment for the community. More on state tournament events can be found through the Minnesota State High School League.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.
