Halstad Man Charged with Child Abuse: Infant Hospitalized with Seizures and Bruises

Matthew D. Warner

HALSTAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Matthew D. Warner, a 25-year-old from Halstad, Minnesota, has been charged with felony malicious punishment of a child and gross misdemeanor child endangerment. The charges followed a disturbing incident on July 12th when Warner and his wife brought their six-week-old infant to Sanford Fargo’s Children’s Urgent Care Clinic. The infant, suffering… Continue reading Halstad Man Charged with Child Abuse: Infant Hospitalized with Seizures and Bruises

📝 Delarey Allen Basswood Sentenced for Felony Domestic Abuse in Becker County

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Delarey Allen Basswood, 29, with no address available, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for felony domestic abuse – violating an order for protection. The criminal complaint is not available online. On April 23, District Judge Doug Clark sentenced Basswood to 35 days in jail, with credit for… Continue reading 📝 Delarey Allen Basswood Sentenced for Felony Domestic Abuse in Becker County

Heart-wrenching Tale of Suspected, Persistent Child Abuse and Neglect in North Dakota

Heartbreaking Story Of Alleged, Ongoing Child Abuse & Neglect In North Dakota HARVEY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A heartbreaking story of alleged, ongoing child abuse and neglect in Harvey, North Dakota.

Child Sexual Abuse Allegations Captured on Church Surveillance

Alleged Sexual Abuse Of Child Caught On Church Camera GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is charged with sexually abusing a child and the alleged incidents were caught on camera.

Grand Forks Man Seeks Venue Change in High-Profile Abuse Case

Joshua Jon Temple

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Joshua Jon Temple, 41, of Grand Forks, has requested a change of venue for his criminal case involving the abuse of his late wife, Whitney Temple, who was battling cancer. Temple faces charges including Class B felony endangering an eligible adult, Class C felony terrorizing, Class C felony domestic violence… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Seeks Venue Change in High-Profile Abuse Case

Minnesota Man Set to Change Plea in Shocking Child Abuse Case

Manuel Martinez Jr.

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Minnesota man’s Thursday, May 23, final dispositional conference in Grand Forks County court was canceled because he plans to change his plea in the gross sexual imposition case. Manuel Martinez Jr., 47, is charged with four counts of Class AA felony gross sexual imposition-victim under the age of 15-defendant… Continue reading Minnesota Man Set to Change Plea in Shocking Child Abuse Case

Former Youth Pastor Seeks Dismissal of Majority of Sexual Assault Charges

Jackson Michael Gatlin

DULUTH, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jackson Michael Gatlin, 35, a former assistant pastor at Duluth’s Vineyard Church, is pursuing the dismissal of multiple charges related to alleged sexual assaults against five girls. Gatlin, who rejected a plea offer from the prosecution, is opting for pretrial litigation. Gatlin faces 10 felony charges across five cases, primarily involving… Continue reading Former Youth Pastor Seeks Dismissal of Majority of Sexual Assault Charges

Fargo Man Charged with Terrorizing and Child Neglect in Shocking Case of Domestic Abuse

James R. Ludwikowski

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a harrowing incident unfolding in a North Fargo trailer park, James Robert Ludwikowski faces a slew of criminal charges, including terrorizing, child neglect, and DUI, leaving the community stunned. Responding to a domestic disturbance call on Kelly Street shortly after midnight on April 21st, authorities encountered a scene of horror.… Continue reading Fargo Man Charged with Terrorizing and Child Neglect in Shocking Case of Domestic Abuse

Former Olmsted County Deputy Faces Federal Charges for Child Sexual Abuse Offenses

Matthew Richard Adamson

ROCHESTER, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Matthew Richard Adamson, a 45-year-old former deputy from Olmsted County, Rochester, is indicted on multiple federal charges related to child sexual abuse. Indicted on April 11 in the U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota, Adamson faces charges including production and attempted production of child sexual abuse materials, coercion, and… Continue reading Former Olmsted County Deputy Faces Federal Charges for Child Sexual Abuse Offenses

Arrest Warrant Issued for Beth Ayn Erickson in Alleged Elder Abuse Case

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a distressing case from Grand Forks, North Dakota, 59-year-old Beth Ayn Erickson faces felony charges of endangering an eligible adult. The charges stem from events between September 2022 and February 2024, leading to an arrest warrant against Erickson. According to the criminal complaint, paramedics responded to a welfare check… Continue reading Arrest Warrant Issued for Beth Ayn Erickson in Alleged Elder Abuse Case

Fargo Resident Charged with Gross Sexual Imposition and Child Abuse Involving Minor Female

Jamey Ronald Kinney

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a shocking turn of events, Jamey Ronald Kinney of Fargo has been charged with felonies of gross sexual imposition and child abuse. According to the criminal complaint filed against him, it is alleged that he committed sexual contact and assault on a female who was under the age of 15.… Continue reading Fargo Resident Charged with Gross Sexual Imposition and Child Abuse Involving Minor Female

Five Convicted of Child Abuse on Red Lake Indian Reservation

Five Convicted of Child Abuse on Red Lake Indian Reservation

MINNEAPOLIS (trfnews.i234.me)  – Bobbi Jo Johnson, also known as Bobbi Jo Kingbird, has been found guilty by a federal jury of child neglect and child endangerment on the Red Lake Indian Reservation. The 46-year-old Red Lake woman’s conviction spans from January 2021 to April 2022. The victim, a child in the foster care of her… Continue reading Five Convicted of Child Abuse on Red Lake Indian Reservation

Allegations of Sexual Abuse Rock Northern Minnesota: Bemidji Man Charged

Jonathan Lee Johnson

ROSEAU, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a disturbing turn of events, 35-year-old Jonathan Johnson from Bemidji faces grave accusations of sexually abusing a young girl in Roseau County, northern Minnesota, spanning from 2016 to 2019. Serious Charges: Johnson stands accused of two felony counts of criminal sexual conduct, sending shockwaves through the community. Brave Disclosure: The… Continue reading Allegations of Sexual Abuse Rock Northern Minnesota: Bemidji Man Charged