GRAND FORKS (trfnews.i234.me) – A routine daycare pickup turned into a shocking arrest when Meleesa-Maree Areizaga arrived at a Grand Forks daycare on March 11, 2025, displaying extreme signs of intoxication while holding her child!
At 5:26 p.m., multiple 911 calls flooded dispatch as witnesses reported her erratic driving in the parking lot. When officers arrived, they observed:
Swaying while holding her child Slurred speech and difficulty walking Refusal to take a field sobriety test Active resistance against arrest
As officers attempted to detain her, she fought back—resulting in police deploying a taser to subdue her!
CHARGES FILED
Guilty Plea to:
- DUI (Misdemeanor)
- Resisting Arrest (Misdemeanor)
Still Faces Felony Charge:
- Child Neglect (Felony)
Authorities say this disturbing case remains under investigation. Stay tuned for updates!
What do YOU think? Should she lose custody of her child? Let us know in the comments!
Did you know?
In North Dakota, a felony child neglect conviction can lead to prison time, fines, and permanent loss of parental rights. DUI arrests involving children can result in harsher penalties, including automatic CPS intervention.
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I’m Chris Harper, reporting for TRF News.