Sabrina Nygaard Charged in Red Lake Falls Burglary
Red Lake Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Sabrina Kate Lynn Nygaard faces a first-degree burglary charge in Red Lake County.
The charge follows an incident reported on July 12, 2026.
Homeowner Reports Garage Entry
According to a criminal complaint, Keith Simmons called the Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office.
He reported hearing loud noises inside his attached garage.
Simmons told authorities the sounds woke him during the night.
He went to investigate and found an unknown woman inside, according to the complaint.
The complaint says the woman was moving and throwing belongings around the garage.
Simmons confronted her and said she then entered the back seat of his vehicle.
He told authorities the woman went to sleep inside the vehicle.
A responding deputy entered the garage and saw personal items scattered across the floor.
The deputy identified the woman as Sabrina Kate Lynn Nygaard, according to court records.
Sabrina Kate Lynn Nygaard
Medical Evaluation Before Booking
Authorities said Nygaard appeared heavily intoxicated and needed help walking.
The deputy placed Nygaard in handcuffs and helped her reach a squad vehicle.
Court records say the deputy later noticed bruising and swelling on Nygaard’s face.
Nygaard told authorities she had fallen, according to the complaint.
She gave the same explanation when asked again about her injuries.
Nygaard was first taken to Tri-County Corrections for booking.
Correctional staff requested medical clearance before admitting her to the jail.
Authorities then took Nygaard to a hospital for evaluation.
Medical staff also noticed bruising on both arms, the complaint states.
Nygaard again said she had fallen.
The hospital completed a medical examination, including imaging and blood testing.
A physician later cleared Nygaard for incarceration.
She was then returned to Tri-County Corrections.
First-Degree Burglary Charge Filed
Prosecutors charged Nygaard with first-degree burglary involving an occupied dwelling.
The complaint alleges another person was present when the unlawful entry occurred.
Minnesota law allows up to 20 years in prison for first-degree burglary.
The law also allows a fine of up to $35,000.
The complaint lists a six-month mandatory minimum for the occupied-dwelling provision.
The criminal case is filed in Minnesota’s Ninth Judicial District.
The court file number is 63-CR-26-105.
The charge is an allegation and does not prove guilt.
Nygaard is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
Public Court and Legal Resources
Readers can review Minnesota burglary law through the Minnesota Revisor of Statutes.
Public court records may also be available through Minnesota Court Records Online.
The Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office also posts public agency information online.
I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.
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