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Grand Forks Resident Accused of Assaulting Devils Lake Officer

Grand Forks Man Charged With Assaulting Devils Lake Officer DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing criminal charges in Devils Lake, after allegedly kicking an officer in the stomach in that City.

Accused of Spitting on Nurse After Using Meth and Reporting Chest Pains

Allegedly Spit In Face Of Nurse, After Smoking Meth & Complaining Of Chest Pains GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing a felony charged, after allegedly smoking meth and then spitting in the face of a nurse at the emergency room.

Man Accused of Stealing Kennel and Selling It for Scrap

Man Charged With Stealing Kennel And Selling For Scrap GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A man is facing a felony charge in Grand Forks District Court for allegedly stealing a kennel and selling it for scrap.

Accused of Attempting to Bribe Two Individuals in Aggravated Assault Case

Allegedly Tried To Bribe 2 People In Aggravated Assault Case DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Devils Lake, North Dakota woman is facing a felony, Tampering with Witness charge in Ramsey County District Court in that City.

Audubon Man Faces Felony Theft Charges: Anthony Lee Stands Accused of Check Swindle

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Anthony Lee Stands, 31, from Audubon, has been charged with felony theft by swindle in Becker County District Court. The charges stem from an alleged check forgery incident reported on April 17. According to court records, Stands deposited a $3,400 check from a vehicle sale into the bank account of… Continue reading Audubon Man Faces Felony Theft Charges: Anthony Lee Stands Accused of Check Swindle

Thief River Woman Accused of Possessing Car Stolen in Minneapolis

Thief River Woman Allegedly In Possession Of Car Stolen In Minneapolis THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Thief River Falls woman is facing a felony charge for allegedly being in possession of a car stolen from Minneapolis.

Nightmare Revisited: Ex-Boyfriend Accused of Repeating Offense

Nightmare, Ex-Boyfriend Allegedly Did It Again FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Joshua Wilcox of Fargo has been charged with another Stalking charge, after being charged with a long string of felony charges of Stalking and Violating a Protection Order just last month.

Minnesota Man Accused of Threatening Women and Assaulting Police Officers

MN Man Allegedly Threatens To Kill Women & Attacks Police PARK RAPIDS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Minnesota man is facing a string of charges, after allegedly threatening to kill women and attacking Police in Park Rapids, Minnesota, last weekend.

Devils Lake Couple Accused of Drug Trafficking Involving Infant

Devils Lake Pair Facing Drug Trafficking Charge Involving Baby DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A man and woman from Devils Lake are facing a drug trafficking charge involving a baby.

Accused of Distributing Counterfeit Methamphetamine

Charged With Selling Fake Meth GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A woman has been charged with selling a diet supplement as meth. Jessica Kirchoffner is facing 2 felony charges in connection to the alleged incident.

UPDATE: Murder Case Progresses to Trial, Attorney Accused of Fatally Beating Wife

UPDATE: Murder Case Moving Toward Trial, Attorney Charged With Beating Wife To Death WARREN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) It appears the case of a Warrren, Minnesota attorney charged with beating his wife to death in front of their children is still moving toward trial. Anders Odegaard is charged with 2 counts of 2nd Degree Murder.

ALARMING CRIME: Thief River Falls Man Accused of Child Sexual Assault

DISTURBING CRIME: Thief River Falls Man Facing Baby Rape Charges THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Thief River Falls, Minnesota man is facing charges of sexually assaulting 1 and 3 year old children. Thirty-eight year old Benjamin Joseph Roggenbuck is facing 2 counts of 1st Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct and 4 counts of Possessing Pornographic… Continue reading ALARMING CRIME: Thief River Falls Man Accused of Child Sexual Assault

Accused of Punching Child in Face Over Dropped Cell Phone

Allegedly Punched Child In The Face For Dropping His Cell Phone GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing criminal charges for allegedly punching a child in the face for dropping his cell phone.

Accused of Threatening to Decapitate Victim

Allegedly Threatened To Cut Off Victim's Head ST. CLOUD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A St. Cloud, Minnesota man with a long criminal record is now charged with 2 felony counts of Threats of Violence. He allegedly threatened 2 woman, telling 1 of them he was going to cut off her head.

Man Accused of Brutal Assault on Woman in Grand Forks

Man Charged With Alleged, Brutal Assault Of Woman In Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Devils Lake man is facing criminal charges in Grand Forks for the alleged, brutal assault of a woman.

Grand Forks Sex Offender Accused of Engaging in Sexual Conversations with Local Women on Facebook

Grand Forks Sex Offender Allegedly Having Sexual Facebook Conversations With Area Women GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A convicted Grand Forks sex offender is facing a new charge, after allegedly disguising himself and having sexual conversations on facebook with area women.

Alarming Crime: Man Accused of Sexual Assault and Harm to Infant

DISTURBING CRIME: Man Charged With Sexual Assault & Injury Of Baby DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Devils Lake, North Dakota man is charged with sexually assaulting and injuring a baby. If convictied, Matthew Ironshield could be sentenced to life in prison.

Warroad Police Officer Accused of Kidnapping, Sexual Assault, and Stalking

DETAILS: Warroad Cop Facing Kidnapping, Sex & Stalking Charges ROSSEAU, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Joshua Demmerly a Warroad, Minnesota police officer has been charged in Roseau County with Kidnapping, Criminal Sexual Conduct and Stalking. The alleged incidents happened in nearby Roseau County. Demmerly made his initial court appearance. Bail was set at $500,000 cash or a $1,000,000… Continue reading Warroad Police Officer Accused of Kidnapping, Sexual Assault, and Stalking

EXCLUSIVE: Warroad Store Worker Accused of Stealing Merchandise Worth Over $100,000

EXCLUSIVE: Warroad Retail Employee Allegedly Steals Over $100,000 Merchandise WARROAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Warroad, Minnesota retail store employee is charged with taking over $100,000 from a sporing goods store and selling it.

Man Accused of $20,000 Burglary at Hugo’s Grocery Store

Man Charged With $20,000 Burglary At Hugo's Grocery Store CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Terrance Conlon II of Crookston, Minnesota is facing criminal charges in connection to the Burglary of a Hugo’s grocery store in that town last October. Conlon has been charged with felonies of Theft and Burglary.

Grand Forks Man Accused of 9-1-1 Harassment Claims Allegiance to ISIS

Grand Forks Man Charged with Harassing 9-1-1 Calls says He Supports ISIS GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Mohamed Mohamed has been charged with making over 40 harassing phone calls to 9-1-1.

🚨 Major Drug Trafficking Ring Uncovered: Fidel Arenas-Torres Faces New Charges

Fidel Arenas-Torres

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Fidel Arenas-Torres was set for release from federal custody and deportation to Mexico on July 17, following his January 2023 arrest at the Sky Dancer Resort in Belcourt, North Dakota, for being in the U.S. illegally. However, a new federal indictment has changed his fate. Last month, an indictment was unsealed,… Continue reading 🚨 Major Drug Trafficking Ring Uncovered: Fidel Arenas-Torres Faces New Charges

UPDATE: Arrest Made in Crookston as Staples Man Accused of Murdering Baby

UPDATE: Staples Man Arrested In Crookston On Charge Of Murdering Baby WALKER, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We now have details regarding the arrest of a Staples, Minnesota man in Crookston this weekend. Presley Sleyster was wanted on a charge of murdering a baby.

West Fargo Man Accused of Being Involved in Sex Video with 2 Sisters

West Fargo Man Allegedy In Sex Video Involving 2 Sisters WEST FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A West Fargo man is facing a felony charge for allegedly being in a sex video that involved 2 sisters.

DETAILS: Accused of Second-Degree Murder in Beating Death of Alleged Child Molester

DETAILS: Charged With 2nd Degree Murder In Beating Death Of Child Molester GRAND MARAIS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We now have the Criminal Complaint and more details regarding a murder in Grand Marais, Minnesota last week. Levi Axtel has been charged with 2nd Degree Murder for allegedly beating to death Lawrence Scully with a shovel and moose… Continue reading DETAILS: Accused of Second-Degree Murder in Beating Death of Alleged Child Molester

Accused Copper Miner in Moorhead Faces Criminal Allegations

Alleged Criminal Copper Miner In Moorhead MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Fargo man is facing criminal charges in Moorhead, after being found with a pile of copper pipes at the old Moorhead High School.

Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Charges from Basketball Court Shooting

Allen Little

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man waived his Monday, July 8, preliminary hearing and pleaded not guilty to two felony charges stemming from a reported shooting at a local basketball court. Allen Jaborie Ticordiyae Little, 24, pleaded not guilty to aggravated assault with a dangerous weapon and reckless endangerment showing extreme indifference,… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Charges from Basketball Court Shooting

Accused of Threatening Grandmother With AR-15 Rifle

Allegedly Threatened Grandmother With AR-15 Assault Rifle CRYSTAL, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Crystal, North Dakota man is facing a felony charge, after allegedly threatening his Grandmother with an AR-15 assault rifle.

Minneapolis Resident Accused of Producing 3D-Printed Machine Guns and Ghost Guns

Minneapolis Man Charged With 3D Printing Machine Guns… Ghost Guns MINNEAPOLIS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Minneapolis man has been charged with using a 3D printer to manufacture machine guns.

Accused One-Man Crime Wave in Grand Forks Set for Court Appearance Friday

Alleged, 1 Man Crime Wave In Grand Forks Appears In Court Friday GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man has been charged in a string of vehicle break-ins. Shea Kennedy made his initial appearance in Grand Forks District Court on this Friday.

Duo Accused of Committing Crime in Presence of FBI Agents

Pair Allegedly Committed Crime In Front Of FBI Agents BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Two men are facing felony charges in Bemidji, Minnesota, after allegedly trying to steal 2 very expensive bicycles, right in front of FBI agents,

Grand Forks Corrections Officer Accused of Sex-Related Crime

Grand Forks Corrections Officer Facing Charge Of Sex Related Crime GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks County, North Dakota corrections officer is facing a charge related to a sex crime.

Woman Accused of Stealing and Crashing 89-Year-Old Man’s Car

Woman Charged With Stealing & Crashing 89-Yr. Old Man's Car FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A woman is charged with stealing and then crashing an 89-year old man’s car in Fargo on this Monday.

Thief River Falls Woman Accused of Repeatedly Ramming Another Vehicle

Thief River Falls Woman Allegedly Rammed Another Vehicle Multiple Times THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Thief River Falls woman is facing a string of felony charges, after allegedly using her vehicle to ram a male victim’s vehicle multiple times.

Women Accused of Kidnapping, Detaining Man for 3 Days, and Assaulting Him

Women Charged With Kidnapping, Holding Man 3 Days & Assaulting Him HIBBING, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Two women are facing criminal charges in Hibbing, Minnesota, after allegedly kidnapping a man and assaulting him for 3 days, until he escaped.

Ex-Probation Officer Accused of Romantic Involvement with Inmate

Former Probation Officer Charged In Alleged Jailhouse Love Affair NORMAN COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A former Probation Officer at Tri-County Corrections in Crookston and Police Officer in Twin Valley, Scott Volker is facing criminal charges for allegedly having sex with an inmate.

Video Footage Exclusive: Suspect Arrested for Attempted Murder in Grand Forks, Accused of Targeting Mother for Attack

EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: Attempted Murder Suspect Arrested In Grand Forks, Allegedly Tried To Kill Mother GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have exclusive video of a Grand Forks woman being arrested early Wednesday morning, now charged with attempting to murder her mother.

Inmates Accused of Assaulting Sex Offender at Grand Forks County Jail

Inmates Charged With Attacking Sex Offender At Grand Forks County Jail GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Four inmates at the Grand Forks County Jail have been charged with attacking another inmate, who is a registered sex offender.

Woman Accused of Grisly Murder and Arson in Itasca County, MN

Woman Charged With Gruesome Murder & Arson In Itasca County, MN BALL CLUB, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Ball Club, Minnesota woman has been charged with murdering a man and then setting his residence on fire. Crystal Wilson made her first court appearance today.

UPDATE: Additional Background Information on a Warren, MN Attorney Accused of Murdering His Ex-Wife

UPDATE: More On The Background Of A Warren, MN Attorney, Charged With Murdering His Ex-Wife WARREN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Anders Odegaard is a Warren, Minnesota attorney who’s been charged with 2nd Degree Murder in the beating death of his ex-wife, Carissa Odegaard. We have a deeper look at his background.

Idaho Man Accused of Raping Woman Outside Bemidji Bar

Idaho Man Charged With Raping Woman Outside Bemidji Bar BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) An Idaho man is charged with raping a woman outside a Bemidji bar. John Jennings has a long criminal history crossing numerous states.

Three individuals accused in Bemidji stabbing-homicide

Trio Charged In Bemidji Stabbing-Murder BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Three men have now been charged with 2nd Degree Murder in the Saturday stabbing death of another man in Bemidji, Minnesota. Charged are: (25) James Raymond Burnette III of Waubun, (20) Daniel Wade Keezer of Detroit Lakes and (22) Robert Edward Keezer Jr. of Mahnomen, Minnesota. We… Continue reading Three individuals accused in Bemidji stabbing-homicide

Accused of Administering Harsh Jail Discipline * CLARIFICATION: Dawnti-Brother, Tim-Cousin

Charged With Handing Out Severe Jailhouse Justice * CLARIFICATION: Dawnti-Brother, Tim-Cousin DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Two Devils Lake, North men have each been charged with Aggravated Assault for allegedly handing out severe jailhouse justice.

Crow Wing County, MN Woman Accused of Child Torture Charges

WARNING, DISTURBING DETAILS: Crow Wing County, MN Woman Facing Child Torture Charges CROSSLAKE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We now have details regarding a Crosslake, Minnesota woman facing charges of Child Torture and more. You’ll hear the full criminal complaint.

Audubon Man Faces Felony Charges After Profane Outburst

James William Varno

Detroit Lakes, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – James William Varno, 56, of Audubon, has been charged in Becker County District Court with felony threats of violence and misdemeanor disorderly conduct. On the evening of April 10, 2024, Varno was arrested after an Audubon police officer witnessed him yelling profanities in the street. Varno, visibly intoxicated, continued his tirade… Continue reading Audubon Man Faces Felony Charges After Profane Outburst

Woman Committed to State Hospital for Attempted Murder with Sewing Shears

Sabrina Kraus

BISMARCK, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Mandan woman accused of attempted murder after allegedly stabbing her neighbor with sewing shears was committed to the State Hospital on Tuesday, June 25, instead of facing a criminal trial. Sabrina Kraus was ordered committed for up to 15 years by South Central District Judge Bobbi Weiler due to her… Continue reading Woman Committed to State Hospital for Attempted Murder with Sewing Shears

Cavalier Woman Pleads Not Guilty to Smuggling Drugs into Jail, Faces 20 Years in Prison

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Elaine Alexis Longtine, 26, of Cavalier, waived her preliminary hearing on Monday, June 24, and pleaded not guilty to Class A felony conspiracy to deliver or possess with intent to deliver a controlled substance in a correctional facility. Grand Forks County Correctional Center staff discovered Suboxone film strips hidden inside… Continue reading Cavalier Woman Pleads Not Guilty to Smuggling Drugs into Jail, Faces 20 Years in Prison

Watford City Man Accused of Setting Mother on Fire Sent to State Hospital

Scott Beane

Watford city, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Watford City man accused of killing his mother in 2023 has been ordered to the North Dakota State Hospital for up to 180 days to regain competency for trial. In January, Scott Richard Beane expressed his desire to represent himself at trial. The judge, questioning Beane’s competency, ordered an… Continue reading Watford City Man Accused of Setting Mother on Fire Sent to State Hospital

Minnesota Couple Faces Court for Allegedly Exploiting Elderly Mother in $275,000 Fraud

MARSHALL COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Strandquist, Minnesota, man appeared in court on June 18 for charges of financial exploitation of a vulnerable adult. Jeffrey Lars McHam, 65, was released without bond on his promise to attend future court proceedings. McHam and his significant other, Peggy Ann Omdahl, face charges of financial exploitation of a… Continue reading Minnesota Couple Faces Court for Allegedly Exploiting Elderly Mother in $275,000 Fraud

Redding Man Charged with Assault After Wild Night in Detroit Lakes

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Lato Zane Aaron Estrella, 20, of Redding, California, has been charged in Becker County District Court with felony fourth-degree assault on a correctional officer and misdemeanor disorderly conduct. Just after midnight on April 11, Detroit Lakes police responded to a report of an attempted break-in at a residence. They found… Continue reading Redding Man Charged with Assault After Wild Night in Detroit Lakes

Shocking Fire Attack: North Dakota Teen Reaches Plea Deal for Setting Peer on Fire

Shocking Fire Attack: North Dakota Teen Reaches Plea Deal for Setting Peer on Fire

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A plea agreement has been reached for Lance Tyler, a 19-year-old from Forman, North Dakota, accused of setting another teen on fire. Tyler pleaded guilty to misdemeanor reckless endangerment, downgraded from the original charge of felony aggravated assault with a dangerous weapon. The incident involved spraying another teen with brake fluid… Continue reading Shocking Fire Attack: North Dakota Teen Reaches Plea Deal for Setting Peer on Fire

Decades-Old Roommate Murder Case Moved: New Venue Ordered for Nichole Rice Trial

Nichole Erin Rice

MINOT, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – The trial of Nichole Erin Rice, accused of killing her roommate nearly 20 years ago in Minot, will be relocated to another county. On Friday, June 7, Ward County Judge Richard Hagar granted the change of venue for the trial of 36-year-old Rice, meaning the proceedings will no longer be held… Continue reading Decades-Old Roommate Murder Case Moved: New Venue Ordered for Nichole Rice Trial

Chilling Confession: Fargo Man Admits to Killing Girlfriend Over Meth Dispute

Randall Dale Duffy

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fargo man who called the police to confess to the murder of his girlfriend made his first court appearance in Cass County Court on Tuesday, June 11. Randall Dale Duffy, 61, appeared via videoconference from the Cass County Jail. Although he represented himself during the proceeding, District Court Judge Nicholas… Continue reading Chilling Confession: Fargo Man Admits to Killing Girlfriend Over Meth Dispute

Viking Man Faces Justice: Initial Court Appearance for Alleged Methamphetamine Crime

Jeremy Aaron Tostrup

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Jeremy Aaron Tostrup, 27, faces a daunting legal battle following his initial court appearance in Grand Forks County on June 11. Charged with a Class A felony for possessing over 50 grams of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, Tostrup could serve up to 20 years in prison if convicted. The… Continue reading Viking Man Faces Justice: Initial Court Appearance for Alleged Methamphetamine Crime

Fargo Woman Killed in Domestic Dispute Had Prior Violent Incidents with Accused Killer

Randall Dale Duffy

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Jody Campbell, 59, tragically lost her life on Saturday, June 8, during a domestic dispute with 61-year-old Randall Dale Duffy at an apartment in the 3100 block of 33rd Street South, Fargo. On Monday, Duffy was charged with murder, a Class AA felony, and felony domestic violence, a Class C felony,… Continue reading Fargo Woman Killed in Domestic Dispute Had Prior Violent Incidents with Accused Killer

Crookston Man Faces Court for Eight Felony Drug Charges

Aladdin Da'jion Bankhead

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Crookston man appeared in court on Thursday, June 6, facing eight felony drug charges. Aladdin Da’jion Bankhead, 30, is charged with conspiracy to commit a first-degree controlled substance crime, first-degree sale of at least 17 grams of methamphetamine within 90 days, two counts of second-degree sale of methamphetamine in… Continue reading Crookston Man Faces Court for Eight Felony Drug Charges

Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Charges After Dramatic Police Chase

Raymond L. Graham Jr.

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man is facing five criminal charges after allegedly possessing drugs and a handgun and running from police on Wednesday, June 5. Raymond Lee Graham Jr., 37, is charged with Class A felony possession of methamphetamine with intent to manufacture or deliver, while carrying a firearm. The crime… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Charges After Dramatic Police Chase

Meth Sale Sting: Thief River Falls Man Risks 20 Years for Drug Deal

James Richard Shaugabay

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – James Richard Shaugabay, 33, from Thief River Falls, faces significant legal jeopardy with potential imprisonment for up to 20 years following his arrest for a drug transaction involving methamphetamine. Shaugabay was formally charged with a third-degree controlled substance sale after his initial court appearance on Thursday, June 6. The charges… Continue reading Meth Sale Sting: Thief River Falls Man Risks 20 Years for Drug Deal

Daughter Charged: Minnesota Woman Accused of Misappropriating $250,000 of Mother’s Funds

STANDQUIST, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Peggy Ann Omdahl, a 69-year-old resident of Strandquist, Minnesota, faces serious charges of financial exploitation of a vulnerable adult. The charges stem from Omdahl’s alleged misuse of her power of attorney over her mother’s finances. The investigation, initiated in November 2023, revealed that Omdahl wrote checks totaling $115,000 to herself and… Continue reading Daughter Charged: Minnesota Woman Accused of Misappropriating $250,000 of Mother’s Funds

Repeat Offender Faces New Charges: Fosston Woman in Court for Major Drug Bust

Michelle Jean Laird

PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Michelle Jean Laird, 52, from Fosston, Minnesota, made her first court appearance on Monday, June 3, in Pennington County, facing a first-degree controlled substance charge. Already convicted of a third-degree controlled substance crime last year, Laird now risks up to 40 years in prison, with a mandatory minimum of four… Continue reading Repeat Offender Faces New Charges: Fosston Woman in Court for Major Drug Bust

Shocking Charges: Warroad Man and Mother Accused in Horrific Child Assault Case

Jason C. Tappe

WARROAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jason C. Tappe of Warroad, Minnesota, faces multiple charges for allegedly assaulting two young children, aged 12 months and two-and-a-half years. He is charged with four felony counts of first-degree assault, two counts of third-degree assault, and neglect of a child resulting in substantial harm. The children’s mother, Kaylie S. Krube,… Continue reading Shocking Charges: Warroad Man and Mother Accused in Horrific Child Assault Case

Grand Forks Woman Accused of Strangling Mother with Purse Strap Pleads Not Guilty

Brianna Lynn Thomas

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks woman accused of attempting to murder her mother waived her preliminary hearing on Monday, May 13, and pleaded not guilty to two felony charges. Brianna Lynn Thomas, 20, faces up to 20 years in prison for Class A felony attempted murder and is also charged with Class… Continue reading Grand Forks Woman Accused of Strangling Mother with Purse Strap Pleads Not Guilty

O.J. Simpson’s Fargo Friend, Former Owner of JT Cigarro’s, Accused of Leading Cocaine Trafficking Ring

Barrett Prody

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Barrett Clair Prody, a friend of O.J. Simpson and former owner of a cigar bar in Fargo, has been accused of leading a drug trafficking ring that brought cocaine to the Fargo-Moorhead area. Prody, 51, appeared in the North Dakota U.S. District Court on April 16, facing charges of conspiracy to possess… Continue reading O.J. Simpson’s Fargo Friend, Former Owner of JT Cigarro’s, Accused of Leading Cocaine Trafficking Ring

A woman from Grand Forks is accused of possessing 653 fentanyl pills with the intent to manufacture or deliver.

Danielle Caroline Hudson

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – On Monday, May 13th, when authorities in Grand Forks executed an arrest warrant for Danielle Caroline Hudson, they made a startling discovery inside her purse—approximately 653 fentanyl pills, as reported by the police. Hudson, aged 30, appeared in court for her initial hearing on Tuesday morning, May 14th. She faces… Continue reading A woman from Grand Forks is accused of possessing 653 fentanyl pills with the intent to manufacture or deliver.

Woman from Grand Forks Accused of Drug Trafficking

Danielle Caroline Hudson

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Danielle C. Hudson, a 30-year-old resident of Grand Forks, was arrested and is now confronting a drug trafficking charge. Court documents reveal that on May 13th, at 5:25 a.m., upon disembarking from a train, officers from the Grand Forks narcotics task force intercepted her in the Amtrak station parking lot.… Continue reading Woman from Grand Forks Accused of Drug Trafficking

Minnesota Woman Accused of Child Torture Seeks Extension as Attorney General Takes Over Prosecution

Jorden Nicole Borders

BRAINERD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jorden Nicole Borders, accused of torturing her three children, appeared via Zoom with her public defender, Mark Hansen, on Tuesday, April 23. They requested more time as the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office assumed prosecution. Assistant Attorneys General Mary Russell and Dominika Kins were consulted, with the state supporting the request. Borders… Continue reading Minnesota Woman Accused of Child Torture Seeks Extension as Attorney General Takes Over Prosecution

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

Fertile Man Pleads Not Guilty to Sexual Conduct Charges Amidst Shocking Allegations

Ilia Grigory Basargin

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a dramatic courtroom scene, Ilia Grigory Basargin of Fertile, Minnesota, stood before the judge on Thursday, April 18, and firmly pleaded not guilty to second-degree criminal sexual conduct charges. The 32-year-old was embroiled in controversy after being accused of engaging in sexual conduct with two juvenile girls, one under… Continue reading Fertile Man Pleads Not Guilty to Sexual Conduct Charges Amidst Shocking Allegations

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

Charges Dropped Against Man Accused of Harassing Crash Victim’s Widow

Tyson Horton

CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Tyson Horton, the 21-year-old Minnesota man previously convicted of killing Tom McWaters in a car crash near Thompson, North Dakota, has had harassment charges against him dismissed. Horton, who was sentenced to six months of electronic monitoring for the fatal collision, allegedly harassed McWaters’ widow through Facebook. Initially accused of sending… Continue reading Charges Dropped Against Man Accused of Harassing Crash Victim’s Widow

Minnesota Man Accused of Swindling $100K+ by Falsely Posing as War Hero

Mikhail Wicker

DILWORTH, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a shocking revelation, Mikhail Wicker, 37, hailing from Dilworth, Minnesota, faces a litany of charges after allegedly orchestrating an elaborate scheme to defraud the government of more than $100,000 by deceitfully masquerading as a decorated veteran. The U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of Minnesota, has leveled multiple charges against Wicker, including… Continue reading Minnesota Man Accused of Swindling $100K+ by Falsely Posing as War Hero

Alleged Murder Suspect in Thief River Falls Claims Act was for Public Safety

Jorge Luis Benitez-Estremera

PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Eleven months following the tragic death of Steven Opdahl outside DigiKey, chilling details emerge from an omnibus hearing shedding light on the alleged perpetrator’s mindset. Assistant Special Agent Testifies: Ricky Wuori Jr., of the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, recounted his initial interview with Jorge Luis Benitez-Estremera. Wuori described Benitez-Estremera’s… Continue reading Alleged Murder Suspect in Thief River Falls Claims Act was for Public Safety

Grand Forks Teen Accused of Murder Turns 18, Transferred to Adult Correctional Facility

Cazmere Haskins

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a sobering turn of events, Cazmere Haskins, the Grand Forks teen accused of murder, celebrated his 18th birthday this week under far from ideal circumstances. Haskins, who was previously held in juvenile detention, was transferred to the Grand Forks County Correctional Facility. Just weeks ago, Haskins was arrested and… Continue reading Grand Forks Teen Accused of Murder Turns 18, Transferred to Adult Correctional Facility