Roseau County (trfnews.i234.me) – A disturbing domestic violence case has resulted in felony charges for Connor Ross Womiche, 33, of Roosevelt, Minnesota, after he allegedly issued death threats and assaulted the mother of his child. According to the criminal complaint, on May 13, 2025, Womiche—believed to be in Kansas City at the time—sent the victim… Continue reading I’ll Kill You!” Man Accused of Threats & Assault in Roseau County Horror Incident! trfnews.i234.me
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Becker County Man Accused of Pulling Gun on Rival While Driving – trfnews.i234.me
Detroit Lakes, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A volatile encounter on Highway 10 has led to felony charges against a Detroit Lakes man accused of brandishing a loaded pistol at someone with ties to his wife’s past. According to Becker County authorities, on May 23, 2025, Omar Espinoza, 33, allegedly pointed a Glock 19 with a live… Continue reading Becker County Man Accused of Pulling Gun on Rival While Driving – trfnews.i234.me
Aurora Man Accused of Bear Spray Assault on Two Victims in St. Louis County | trfnews.i234.me
Aurora, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — An Aurora man is facing four felony assault charges after allegedly spraying two individuals with what is believed to be bear spray during a heated altercation. According to a criminal complaint filed in St. Louis County District Court, Johnathan Russell Cope, 47, is charged with: Two counts of 2nd Degree Assault… Continue reading Aurora Man Accused of Bear Spray Assault on Two Victims in St. Louis County | trfnews.i234.me
Detroit Lakes Woman Accused of Brazen Walmart Barcode Swap – Becker County – trfnews.i234.me
Detroit Lakes, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 61-year-old woman from Lake Park is facing a misdemeanor theft charge after authorities say she deliberately swapped barcodes on Walmart merchandise to pay less than full price. The alleged incident occurred on December 3, 2024, at the Detroit Lakes Walmart. According to police, Rebecca Rae Frazier used barcodes from… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Woman Accused of Brazen Walmart Barcode Swap – Becker County – trfnews.i234.me
FRAZEE MAN BUSTED IN ATV STOLEN PROPERTY SCANDAL – BECKER COUNTY (trfnews.i234.me)
Frazee (trfnews.i234.me) – A shocking case of alleged stolen property has landed a Frazee man in serious legal trouble after authorities uncovered a suspicious ATV transaction gone wrong. Dominic Refugio Zaccardi, 49, of Frazee, is facing felony charges in Becker County District Court for receiving stolen property, following a suspicious Facebook deal that unraveled into… Continue reading FRAZEE MAN BUSTED IN ATV STOLEN PROPERTY SCANDAL – BECKER COUNTY (trfnews.i234.me)
Bemidji Employee Accused of Stealing Over $2,000 from Cenex Store – trfnews.i234.me
Bemidji, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Bemidji man is facing felony theft charges after he was caught on surveillance video allegedly stealing over $2,000 in cash from his employer, Cenex/A&W, over a span of four days in July 2024. According to a criminal complaint filed in Beltrami County, Tyler Dale Syvertson (DOB 6/21/1984) was working at… Continue reading Bemidji Employee Accused of Stealing Over $2,000 from Cenex Store – trfnews.i234.me
Roosevelt Man Accused of Death Threats & Assault in Shocking Domestic Violence Case | trfnews.i234.me
Roseau County (trfnews.i234.me) – A Roosevelt, Minnesota man is now facing felony threats of violence and misdemeanor domestic assault charges following a disturbing series of events reported by a female victim. According to court documents, Connor Ross Womiche allegedly texted the victim multiple death threats while in Missouri back in May. Then, on June 7th,… Continue reading Roosevelt Man Accused of Death Threats & Assault in Shocking Domestic Violence Case | trfnews.i234.me
GRAND FORKS COUNTY: Man Accused of Swinging Box Cutter at Victim’s Neck in Cash Dispute! – trfnews.i234.me
Grand Forks County (trfnews.i234.me) – A shocking confrontation over money nearly turned deadly on the night of June 10, as a man allegedly attempted to slash another man’s neck with a box cutter, according to newly filed court documents. Grand Forks Police responded to the scene following a report of a man threatening another with… Continue reading GRAND FORKS COUNTY: Man Accused of Swinging Box Cutter at Victim’s Neck in Cash Dispute! – trfnews.i234.me
Caught on Camera: Red Lake Man Accused of Brazen Walmart Theft in Bemidji – trfnews.i234.me
Bemidji, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Red Lake man is facing a misdemeanor theft charge after allegedly attempting to walk out of the Bemidji Walmart without paying for nearly $400 in merchandise. On November 30, 2023, Bemidji Police responded to a theft report at Walmart, where Franklin Dale Skinaway Sr., 43, was observed by store staff… Continue reading Caught on Camera: Red Lake Man Accused of Brazen Walmart Theft in Bemidji – trfnews.i234.me
Career Criminal Caught Again: Bemidji Man Accused of Theft from Walmart – trfnews.i234.me
Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) – A repeat offender is back in legal trouble after authorities say he used burglary tools to steal a DVD player from the Bemidji Walmart on April 29, 2025. Robert James Quaas (DOB: 05/03/1969) was seen entering the store with a DVD player encased in anti-theft spider wire. Moments later, he exited… Continue reading Career Criminal Caught Again: Bemidji Man Accused of Theft from Walmart – trfnews.i234.me
Bemidji Man Accused of Drunken Knife Threats Downtown – trfnews.i234.me
Bemidji (trfnews.i234.me) – A young Bemidji man is behind bars after allegedly threatening two people with a knife downtown in the middle of the night while highly intoxicated. According to a criminal complaint, Melvin Eugene Ogema-Bellanger (DOB: 05/18/2004) is charged with felony terroristic threats following a disturbing incident that unfolded around 2:30 AM on May… Continue reading Bemidji Man Accused of Drunken Knife Threats Downtown – trfnews.i234.me
Bemidji Man Accused of Walmart Theft, Tries to Flee With $557 in Goods – trfnews.i234.me
Bemidji (trfnews.i234.me) – A Bemidji man is facing a gross misdemeanor theft charge after allegedly attempting to steal over $550 worth of merchandise from Walmart on January 25, 2024. According to the criminal complaint, Alexander Sterling Nichols (DOB: 08/05/1990) was seen by Walmart Asset Protection pushing a cart of goods past all points of sale… Continue reading Bemidji Man Accused of Walmart Theft, Tries to Flee With $557 in Goods – trfnews.i234.me
Caught Red-Handed! Bemidji Man Accused of Shoplifting at Walmart With Juvenile Accomplice – trfnews.i234.me
Bemidji (trfnews.i234.me) – A man from Bemidji is facing a misdemeanor theft charge after allegedly stealing more than $250 worth of merchandise from Walmart in coordination with a juvenile. According to the criminal complaint filed in Beltrami County, Vance James Benais, born April 4, 2001, is accused of entering Walmart on October 15, 2023, and… Continue reading Caught Red-Handed! Bemidji Man Accused of Shoplifting at Walmart With Juvenile Accomplice – trfnews.i234.me
Caught on Camera! Mahnomen Woman Accused of Brazen Dollar General Theft in Polk County – trfnews.i234.me
Fosston (trfnews.i234.me) – A shocking case of retail theft has surfaced in Fosston, Minnesota, where April Joy Thompson, 43, of Mahnomen is facing charges after being caught on camera allegedly stealing from Dollar General. According to a citation filed by the Fosston Police Department, the incident occurred on March 28, 2025, at 410 1st Street… Continue reading Caught on Camera! Mahnomen Woman Accused of Brazen Dollar General Theft in Polk County – trfnews.i234.me
Cass Lake Woman Accused of Brutal Baseball Bat Beating – Blood-Stained Scene Horrifies Deputies – trfnews.i234.me
Cass Lake, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) – A rural Cass Lake woman is facing serious felony assault charges after a brutal baseball bat attack left a male family member with severe injuries. According to court documents, Latoya Black Lance was arrested in the early hours of June 9th at 12:34 a.m. after law enforcement responded to… Continue reading Cass Lake Woman Accused of Brutal Baseball Bat Beating – Blood-Stained Scene Horrifies Deputies – trfnews.i234.me
Fosston Woman Accused of Theft at East Side Address – Shocking Citation Details Revealed! – trfnews.i234.me
Fosston (trfnews.i234.me) — A local woman is now facing criminal charges following a theft incident reported in Fosston, Polk County. According to official citation records, Brittney Lynn Reierson, age 40, of Fosston, Minnesota, was issued a Criminal/Traffic Mandatory citation on May 29, 2025, at 3:54 PM, after allegedly stealing or unlawfully transferring movable property without… Continue reading Fosston Woman Accused of Theft at East Side Address – Shocking Citation Details Revealed! – trfnews.i234.me
Moorhead Man Accused of Vicious Bar Attack With Glass, Then Stabbing Victim in Neck | trfnews.i234.me
Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) – A Moorhead man, identified as Esiquio Hernandez, is facing a felony charge of aggravated assault with a dangerous weapon after a brutal attack at Old Broadway in Fargo during the early morning hours of June 8. According to Fargo police, the victim arrived at Essentia Hospital just after 4 a.m.,… Continue reading Moorhead Man Accused of Vicious Bar Attack With Glass, Then Stabbing Victim in Neck | trfnews.i234.me
EVELETH Man Accused of Sparking Wildfire with Burning Tires on the Iron Range | trfnews.i234.me
EVELETH (trfnews.i234.me) – A 59-year-old man from Eveleth, Minnesota, is facing serious accusations after allegedly igniting a small wildfire in the Iron Range region. Daniel Dean Kruse made his first court appearance this morning following his arrest last week. According to law enforcement, officers responded to a blaze at the Leonidas Overlook on Tuesday, where… Continue reading EVELETH Man Accused of Sparking Wildfire with Burning Tires on the Iron Range | trfnews.i234.me
Roseau County Man Accused of Strangling Daughter-in-Law During Heated Dispute – trfnews.i234.me
Roseau County (trfnews.i234.me) – A 71-year-old man from Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, is facing felony and misdemeanor domestic assault charges after a disturbing altercation on May 19, 2025, at the Meadows Apartments in Roseau. Jose Enrique Silva Santiago, DOB 12/10/1953, was charged with: Count I: Domestic Assault by Strangulation (Felony – Up to 3 years and/or… Continue reading Roseau County Man Accused of Strangling Daughter-in-Law During Heated Dispute – trfnews.i234.me
BEMIDJI MAN ACCUSED OF VIOLENT ASSAULT ON EX—CHARGED WITH FELONY BURGLARY! | trfnews.i234.me
Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) – A disturbing case of alleged domestic violence has landed a Bemidji man, Justin Paul Decoteau, in serious legal trouble. According to court documents, Decoteau was staying at his ex-girlfriend’s home when he reportedly refused to leave, even after being asked several times. The situation escalated into violence—Decoteau allegedly punched or slapped… Continue reading BEMIDJI MAN ACCUSED OF VIOLENT ASSAULT ON EX—CHARGED WITH FELONY BURGLARY! | trfnews.i234.me
Caught on Camera: Newfolden Man Accused of Gas & Cigarette Theft in Thief River Falls – trfnews.i234.me
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — A man from Newfolden, Minnesota, is facing a misdemeanor theft charge following an early morning incident at Erl’s gas station in Thief River Falls on September 16, 2024. Police say Evan James Maki, 34, attempted to charge $20 in gas and a pack of cigarettes to a local account he… Continue reading Caught on Camera: Newfolden Man Accused of Gas & Cigarette Theft in Thief River Falls – trfnews.i234.me
Itasca County Woman Accused Of Cashing $14K In Fake Checks—Claims Pay For “Hours Not Worked”! trfnews.i234.me
Deer River (trfnews.i234.me) – A Deer River woman is facing a felony charge in Itasca County after allegedly depositing over $14,000 in fraudulent checks and claiming they were paychecks for future hours not yet worked. According to court documents, 27-year-old Marissa Lynn Latvala is charged with offering a forged check, a felony punishable by up… Continue reading Itasca County Woman Accused Of Cashing $14K In Fake Checks—Claims Pay For “Hours Not Worked”! trfnews.i234.me
Shocking Discovery: Grandfather Accused of Sexually Assaulting 8-Year-Old Granddaughter in Itasca County
Itasca County (trfnews.i234.me) On June 1, 2025, a distressing report of sexual assault involving an elderly grandfather and his granddaughter was filed in Itasca County. The case quickly gained attention as it involved the horrifying abuse of an innocent child. The investigation began on June 3, 2025, when a forensic interview with the alleged victim… Continue reading Shocking Discovery: Grandfather Accused of Sexually Assaulting 8-Year-Old Granddaughter in Itasca County
DRUG DEAL IN THE PARK: Thief River Falls Man Accused in Cocaine Sale Sting – Pennington County – trfnews.i234.me
Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — Another drug bust tied to a growing cocaine distribution ring in Thief River Falls has surfaced, as Elmer Baez Rodriguez, age 33, has been formally charged in Pennington County District Court with Second-Degree Sale of a Narcotic for allegedly arranging a cocaine deal at a local park. According to court documents,… Continue reading DRUG DEAL IN THE PARK: Thief River Falls Man Accused in Cocaine Sale Sting – Pennington County – trfnews.i234.me
SECOND DRUG BUST: Thief River Falls Man Accused of Selling Cocaine at Park Meet-Up – Pennington County – trfnews.i234.me
Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — Just weeks before his arrest in a major cocaine and marijuana trafficking case, Nathanael Centeno Reyes, age 27, of Thief River Falls, was already under investigation for a previous drug sale that took place in a public park. According to a new criminal complaint filed in Pennington County District Court, Reyes… Continue reading SECOND DRUG BUST: Thief River Falls Man Accused of Selling Cocaine at Park Meet-Up – Pennington County – trfnews.i234.me
REPEAT OFFENDER: Grand Forks Man Accused Of Violating Protective Order Multiple Times – Pennington County – trfnews.i234.me
Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — Aaron Noel Lewis, age 47, of Grand Forks, North Dakota, is facing three misdemeanor charges in Pennington County for allegedly violating a court-issued Order for Protection (OFP) multiple times between May 9 and May 15, 2025. According to the criminal complaint, Lewis is accused of unlawfully contacting the protected party, referred… Continue reading REPEAT OFFENDER: Grand Forks Man Accused Of Violating Protective Order Multiple Times – Pennington County – trfnews.i234.me
CAUGHT! Thief River Falls Man Accused of Breaking Into Neighbor’s Home & Stealing 75-Inch TV – Pennington County – trfnews.i234.me
Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — Jeffrey Eugene Klinke, age 33 of Thief River Falls, is behind bars after being charged with Second-Degree Burglary following a bold and bizarre break-in on June 1, 2025. Pennington County officers were called to 507 Kendall Avenue South shortly after midnight, where the homeowner reported that his residence had been broken… Continue reading CAUGHT! Thief River Falls Man Accused of Breaking Into Neighbor’s Home & Stealing 75-Inch TV – Pennington County – trfnews.i234.me
Thief River Falls Man Accused of Strangling Partner With Phone Charger – Pennington County – trfnews.i234.me
Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Thief River Falls man, Jerry Andrew Redden, age 33, has been charged with two felony counts of domestic assault following a disturbing incident that occurred on May 31, 2025. According to court documents, Pennington County authorities responded to a possible domestic assault at a residence on Brooks Avenue South just… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Accused of Strangling Partner With Phone Charger – Pennington County – trfnews.i234.me
Beltrami County Man Accused of Choking and Punching Partner in Violent Domestic Assault – trfnews.i234.me
Beltrami County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — Deputies from the Beltrami County Sheriff’s Office responded to a distressing domestic assault report at a cabin in Blackduck. Upon arrival, they encountered S.R., who appeared visibly upset and reported that her partner, 34-year-old Errick Steven Toa of Hines, had choked and punched her during a heated argument. According to… Continue reading Beltrami County Man Accused of Choking and Punching Partner in Violent Domestic Assault – trfnews.i234.me
MOORHEAD, CLAY COUNTY: Accused Drug Dealer Linked to Fargo Overdose Deaths in Shocking Garbage Can Plot – trfnews.i234.me
Moorhead, Clay County (trfnews.i234.me) — In a deeply disturbing case unfolding across Clay and Cass Counties, Steven James Larson of Moorhead has been charged with felony delivery of fentanyl after two individuals overdosed in February at Center Inc., a transitional housing center in Fargo. According to court documents, surveillance footage captured Larson placing an item… Continue reading MOORHEAD, CLAY COUNTY: Accused Drug Dealer Linked to Fargo Overdose Deaths in Shocking Garbage Can Plot – trfnews.i234.me
Bemidji Woman Accused of $1,445 Check Forgery at Local Bank – trfnews.i234.me
Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) — Stephanie Faye Macho, 41, of Bemidji, Minnesota, has been charged with felony check forgery after allegedly cashing a forged check for $1,445.25 at First National Bank on April 14, 2025. According to the criminal complaint, Officer Roy Fletcher of the Bemidji Police Department responded to a report of check forgery at… Continue reading Bemidji Woman Accused of $1,445 Check Forgery at Local Bank – trfnews.i234.me
Grand Forks Woman Accused of Tampering with Evidence During Arrest for Meth and Fentanyl Possession – trfnews.i234.me
Grand Forks County, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — Samantha J. Demarais of Grand Forks is facing multiple criminal charges following an incident on June 1st. According to court documents, officers responded to a report of shoplifting in progress at the Walmart located on 32nd Avenue South. Demarais was pulled over after leaving the scene. During transport to… Continue reading Grand Forks Woman Accused of Tampering with Evidence During Arrest for Meth and Fentanyl Possession – trfnews.i234.me
Allegations in Jamestown, North Dakota: 15-Year-Old Staff Member Accused of Sexual Abuse at Daycare
JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me)- In Jamestown, North Dakota, a shocking incident has come to light at the Charge On Together daycare center. A 15-year-old male staff member is accused of gross sexual imposition involving a 4-year-old girl in his care. The young victim reportedly described the alleged abuse to investigators. Did you know? Not only was… Continue reading Allegations in Jamestown, North Dakota: 15-Year-Old Staff Member Accused of Sexual Abuse at Daycare
DWI ARREST IN PENNINGTON COUNTY: Thief River Falls Woman Accused Of Driving Impaired – trfnews.i234.me
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — A Thief River Falls woman has been charged with Driving While Impaired (DWI) after reportedly operating a white 2006 Hummer HU3 while under the influence of an intoxicating substance on the morning of February 11, 2025, at 9:54 AM. The woman, Kimberly Shea Brown, age 49, of 416 Main Ave… Continue reading DWI ARREST IN PENNINGTON COUNTY: Thief River Falls Woman Accused Of Driving Impaired – trfnews.i234.me
Homeless Woman Accused of Knife Attack in Henning Trailer – Otter Tail County – trfnews.i234.me
Otter Tail County (trfnews.i234.me) – In the early hours of May 30, 2025, Otter Tail County deputies responded to a report of an assault at a trailer in Henning, Minnesota. The male victim reported that his former girlfriend, Iman M. Lentner, who is listed as homeless in Henning, had attacked him with a serrated bread… Continue reading Homeless Woman Accused of Knife Attack in Henning Trailer – Otter Tail County – trfnews.i234.me
Thief River Falls Assistant Manager Accused of $30K Theft from Northdale Petro Pumper – Pennington County – trfnews.i234.me
Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) – In a significant case of alleged workplace theft, Tina Marie Kulvik, 47, of Thief River Falls, has been charged with two felony counts of theft after an internal investigation at Northdale Petro Pumper uncovered nearly $30,000 missing from ATM operations under her supervision. Kulvik, serving as an assistant manager, was responsible… Continue reading Thief River Falls Assistant Manager Accused of $30K Theft from Northdale Petro Pumper – Pennington County – trfnews.i234.me
CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Thief River Falls Woman Accused In Grocery Store Theft – trfnews.i234.me
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — A local woman has been formally charged following a reported theft at Hugo’s Grocery Store in Thief River Falls on February 4, 2025, at approximately 5:20 PM. Cassandra Mae Horgeshimer, age 44, of 223 Brooks Avenue S, Thief River Falls, MN, is accused of stealing items from the store without… Continue reading CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Thief River Falls Woman Accused In Grocery Store Theft – trfnews.i234.me
Former Hankinson Teacher Charged with Luring Minor and Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material – Richland County – trfnews.i234.me
Richland County (trfnews.i234.me) — Zachary Nelson, a former science teacher at Hankinson High School, has been charged with two felonies: luring a minor by computer and possession of certain prohibited materials. According to court documents, Nelson believed his alleged victims were between 15 and 17 years old. North Dakota law defines luring a minor by… Continue reading Former Hankinson Teacher Charged with Luring Minor and Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material – Richland County – trfnews.i234.me
Edinburg, ND Man Accused of Sexually Assaulting Teenager on ATV Ride
EDINBURG, ND (trfnews.i234.me) According to court documents, 47-year-old David Roger Lindell is accused of sexually touching a 15-year-old girl during an ATV ride in rural Edinburg on May 26th. The victim reported the incident to law enforcement, stating that while she was driving, Lindell allegedly put his hand on her thigh and began sexually assaulting… Continue reading Edinburg, ND Man Accused of Sexually Assaulting Teenager on ATV Ride
Crosslake Mother Accused of Child Torture: Shocking Trial Unfolds in Crow Wing County – trfnews.i234.me
Crow Wing County, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — The trial of 34-year-old Jorden Nicole Borders, a Crosslake mother accused of subjecting her children to severe abuse, continues to unveil disturbing details. Borders faces 11 felony charges, including first-degree attempted murder, three counts of child torture, three counts of stalking, and four counts of theft related to medical… Continue reading Crosslake Mother Accused of Child Torture: Shocking Trial Unfolds in Crow Wing County – trfnews.i234.me
Baxter Woman Accused of Groping Men in Detroit Lakes Hotel Pool – trfnews.i234.me
Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) — On March 15, 2025, at approximately 10:00 PM, officers from the Detroit Lakes Police Department responded to a report of inappropriate conduct at a hotel pool in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. Upon arrival, they encountered two adult male victims who alleged that a woman had engaged in nonconsensual sexual contact with them.… Continue reading Baxter Woman Accused of Groping Men in Detroit Lakes Hotel Pool – trfnews.i234.me
GRAND FORKS COUNTY: Man Charged with Gross Sexual Imposition of a Minor | trfnews.i234.me
Grand Forks County (trfnews.i234.me) – Marshawn Howard Wooten, a 29-year-old resident of Grand Forks, North Dakota, has been charged with Class AA felony gross sexual imposition for allegedly engaging in sexual acts with a 14-year-old girl. According to court documents, the victim reported multiple incidents of sexual activity with Wooten over the past month. A… Continue reading GRAND FORKS COUNTY: Man Charged with Gross Sexual Imposition of a Minor | trfnews.i234.me
Out on Bail, Man Accused of Strangling Sauk Rapids Mother—Benton County Sets June 27 Hearing
Benton County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — A June 27 hearing is scheduled for Christopher Lee Neal, 45, of Aurora, who is accused of strangling 38-year-old Victoria Gamble in her Sauk Rapids apartment on August 12, 2024. Neal faces two counts of second-degree murder and two counts of theft, according to Benton County court records. Investigators allege… Continue reading Out on Bail, Man Accused of Strangling Sauk Rapids Mother—Benton County Sets June 27 Hearing
Grand Forks Man Accused of Stealing IV Bag from Altru Hospital Patient – Grand Forks County – trfnews.i234.me
Grand Forks County (trfnews.i234.me) — A 24-year-old Grand Forks man, Gabriel Julien, has been charged with multiple felonies after allegedly entering a patient’s room at Altru Hospital and stealing their IV medication bag in the early hours of May 14. According to the criminal complaint, hospital security spotted Julien fleeing the premises around 3:00 a.m.… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Accused of Stealing IV Bag from Altru Hospital Patient – Grand Forks County – trfnews.i234.me
Man Accused of Horrifying Multiple-Victim Sex Crime in Grand Forks
In Grand Forks, North Dakota, a shocking discovery has led to Marshawn H. Wooten facing major charges involving multiple juveniles. According to court documents, he allegedly had sex with a juvenile female on several occasions. On May 11th, at an apartment in Grand Forks, the horrifying situation escalated as Wooten was having sex with the… Continue reading Man Accused of Horrifying Multiple-Victim Sex Crime in Grand Forks
Grand Forks Meth Bust: Devils Lake Woman Accused of Trafficking Pound of Meth – trfnews.i234.me
Grand Forks County (trfnews.i234.me) — A 23-year-old woman from Devils Lake, North Dakota, has pleaded not guilty to multiple charges related to a significant methamphetamine trafficking operation. Brianna Jo Ebertz is accused of purchasing approximately one pound of methamphetamine from a source in Fargo and distributing it in Grand Forks. According to court documents, on… Continue reading Grand Forks Meth Bust: Devils Lake Woman Accused of Trafficking Pound of Meth – trfnews.i234.me
West Fargo Woman Accused of $10K Minnesota Healthcare Fraud While Living in North Dakota – Otter Tail County – trfnews.i234.me
Otter Tail County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — A West Fargo woman is facing serious felony charges in Otter Tail County for allegedly defrauding Minnesota’s healthcare assistance program. According to court documents, Amanda Ann Woessner began receiving healthcare coverage in 2021 while residing in Fergus Falls with her children. In 2023, she and her children moved to… Continue reading West Fargo Woman Accused of $10K Minnesota Healthcare Fraud While Living in North Dakota – Otter Tail County – trfnews.i234.me
SCHOOL SCANDAL: Detroit Lakes Activities Assistant Charged with Stealing Thousands from Student Funds – trfnews.i234.me
Detroit Lakes (trfnews.i234.me) — A trusted staff member of the Detroit Lakes School District is now at the center of a criminal investigation that has rocked the local education and athletics community. Abby Lynn Pettit, 44, of Detroit Lakes, is facing multiple theft charges after being accused of embezzling over $10,000 in funds meant for school… Continue reading SCHOOL SCANDAL: Detroit Lakes Activities Assistant Charged with Stealing Thousands from Student Funds – trfnews.i234.me
Fergus Falls Man Threatens Acquaintance with Machete, Attempts Vehicle Assault | Otter Tail County, MN – trfnews.i234.me
Fergus Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — A Fergus Falls man has been arrested after allegedly threatening another man with a machete and later attempting to run him over with a vehicle. Raymond King, 53, faces two counts of second-degree assault in connection with the incident. According to court documents, the altercation occurred on Wednesday night when… Continue reading Fergus Falls Man Threatens Acquaintance with Machete, Attempts Vehicle Assault | Otter Tail County, MN – trfnews.i234.me
Polk County Shock: Predatory Offender Martin Robert Kingbird Accused of Lying to Authorities!
Polk County (trfnews.i234.me) — A shocking new felony case has emerged in Polk County, Minnesota. Martin Robert Kingbird, born July 29, 1982, is now facing serious legal trouble after allegedly violating Minnesota’s strict predatory offender registration requirements. According to official records, Kingbird has been charged with a felony under statute 243.166.5(a), which covers cases where… Continue reading Polk County Shock: Predatory Offender Martin Robert Kingbird Accused of Lying to Authorities!
Langdon Official Accused of Embezzling Nearly $49K in Public Funds – Cavalier County, ND – trfnews.i234.me
Langdon, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) – Kensi Ann Breyer, who previously managed the Cavalier County Water Resource Board office at the courthouse in Langdon, is now facing serious legal allegations. According to court documents, Breyer has been charged with two felony counts: misapplication of entrusted property and tampering with public records. Between January 2020 and August 2024, Breyer… Continue reading Langdon Official Accused of Embezzling Nearly $49K in Public Funds – Cavalier County, ND – trfnews.i234.me
CASS COUNTY: Fargo Nonprofit Leader Accused of Embezzling Over $200K—Faces Felony Theft Charges
CASS COUNTY (trfnews.i234.me) — Cheri Gerken, the former executive director of Presentation Partners in Housing (PPIH) in Fargo, is facing serious legal repercussions after being charged with felony theft over $50,000. Court documents reveal that Gerken allegedly misused a company credit card for unauthorized personal expenses totaling approximately $267,280 between January 2019 and November 2023.… Continue reading CASS COUNTY: Fargo Nonprofit Leader Accused of Embezzling Over $200K—Faces Felony Theft Charges
Fergus Falls man accused of ripping phone off wall at Becker County Jail – TRF News
Becker County, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — Ramsey Louis Kettle, a 33-year-old resident of Fergus Falls, is facing multiple felony charges stemming from two separate incidents at the Becker County Jail. On December 20, 2024, Kettle allegedly became agitated when he was unable to make a free phone call to the American Civil Liberties Union, as the… Continue reading Fergus Falls man accused of ripping phone off wall at Becker County Jail – TRF News
Grand Forks Biker Busted with Over 100 Grams of Meth in Shocking Drug Trafficking Arrest
Grand Forks County, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) — On May 6, 2025, 54-year-old Timothy George Clark of Grand Forks was arrested after law enforcement officials discovered over 100 grams of methamphetamine in his possession during a routine traffic stop. According to court documents, Clark was pulled over while riding his Harley-Davidson motorcycle in the 600 block… Continue reading Grand Forks Biker Busted with Over 100 Grams of Meth in Shocking Drug Trafficking Arrest
Roseau County Shock: 34-Year-Old Man Accused of Assaulting Officer and Obstructing Justice (trfnews.i234.me)
Roseau County (trfnews.i234.me) — In a disturbing incident out of Roseau County, a 34-year-old man is facing serious charges after allegedly assaulting a peace officer and obstructing legal process. Authorities report that Michael A. Anderson, age 34, was booked into custody by the Roseau Police Department on May 7, 2025. Anderson faces two active charges… Continue reading Roseau County Shock: 34-Year-Old Man Accused of Assaulting Officer and Obstructing Justice (trfnews.i234.me)
Polk County SHOCK: East Grand Forks Woman Accused of Stealing Over $11K from Hugo’s, Caught with Meth | TRF News
Polk County (trfnews.i234.me) – An East Grand Forks woman is facing serious charges after allegedly stealing over $11,000 in cash and liquor from Hugo’s stores in East Grand Forks and Grand Forks. According to court documents, on April 25th, officers were waiting when Melissa Ann Vargas arrived at work at the East Grand Forks Hugo’s… Continue reading Polk County SHOCK: East Grand Forks Woman Accused of Stealing Over $11K from Hugo’s, Caught with Meth | TRF News
Cass County SHOCK: Moorhead Man Accused of Knife Threat, Racial Slurs in Fargo Incident!
Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) – A disturbing incident unfolded in Fargo, North Dakota, where Larry Dale Jennings of Moorhead is now facing a felony terrorizing charge. According to court documents, the shocking event happened near the 900 block of Main Avenue, close to a local gas station. A female driver had pulled up to a stop… Continue reading Cass County SHOCK: Moorhead Man Accused of Knife Threat, Racial Slurs in Fargo Incident!
Itasca County Shock: Grand Rapids Man Accused of Brutal Attack After Breaking Into Woman’s Apartment!
Itasca County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Grand Rapids, Minnesota man is facing serious criminal charges following a violent incident that unfolded in the early morning hours of April 26th. According to court documents, Donald L. Christopher Jr. allegedly forced his way into a woman’s apartment after she had made it clear she did not want him… Continue reading Itasca County Shock: Grand Rapids Man Accused of Brutal Attack After Breaking Into Woman’s Apartment!
Arthur, North Dakota — ATM Burglary Suspects Now Facing Federal Charges After High-Speed Chase!
Arthur, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) — Two men previously charged at the state level for their involvement in a January ATM burglary in Arthur, North Dakota, are now facing federal charges following a grand jury indictment unsealed Wednesday, April 30. According to court documents, Tucker St. Croix, 30, of Max, and Zachary Huesers, 33, of Garrison,… Continue reading Arthur, North Dakota — ATM Burglary Suspects Now Facing Federal Charges After High-Speed Chase!
Pennington County Arrest: Tanya Aery Accused of DWI, Drug Possession & More!
Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) – A Pennington County woman is now facing a slew of serious charges after a troubling arrest on April 30, 2025. Tanya Aery, 5’5″, 175 pounds, with blonde hair and hazel eyes, was booked into the Pennington County Jail and remains in custody with no bail set. Authorities report that Aery is… Continue reading Pennington County Arrest: Tanya Aery Accused of DWI, Drug Possession & More!
Thief River Falls Assistant Manager Accused of $30K Theft from Northdale Petro Pumper
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — Tina Marie Kulvik, 47, of Thief River Falls, has been charged with two felony counts of theft in Pennington County District Court after allegedly embezzling nearly $30,000 from her employer, Northdale Petro Pumper. The charges, filed on April 24, stem from discrepancies in ATM cash deposits dating back to… Continue reading Thief River Falls Assistant Manager Accused of $30K Theft from Northdale Petro Pumper
Grand Forks Horror: Jason Lee Ross Accused of Dragging Woman in Felonious Restraint Attempt!
Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) — A Grand Forks man is facing serious charges following a disturbing incident in a local apartment building. According to court documents, Jason Lee Ross has been charged with felony attempted felonious restraint after allegedly trying to drag a known female victim into his apartment. The incident unfolded during a heated argument… Continue reading Grand Forks Horror: Jason Lee Ross Accused of Dragging Woman in Felonious Restraint Attempt!
GRAND FORKS COUNTY: Man Accused of Assaulting Children Over TV Argument
Grand Forks County (trfnews.i234.me) — Chad Allen Mathson of Grand Forks is facing criminal charges following a domestic violence incident in that town. According to court documents, on April 21st, police responded to a domestic disturbance with injury. There was an argument about a TV being removed from a bedroom. Mathson allegedly punched one juvenile… Continue reading GRAND FORKS COUNTY: Man Accused of Assaulting Children Over TV Argument
Inver Grove Heights Alert: Fugitive Airman Wanted for Child Exploitation Charges
Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) – The U.S. Air Force Office of Special Investigations is actively searching for 27-year-old Airman First Class Branden Cecil Standifer, who is wanted for military desertion and possession of child sexual abuse material. Standifer fled prosecution on April 18, 2025, and was last seen at Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport in… Continue reading Inver Grove Heights Alert: Fugitive Airman Wanted for Child Exploitation Charges
Crow Wing County Attorney Accused of Chilling Death Threats and Violent Fantasies
Crow Wing County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — A Brainerd attorney is facing serious felony charges after allegedly making multiple death threats and violent statements toward colleagues at his law firm. Allen Jan Peterson, 33, of Grand Rapids, Minnesota, appeared in court today on charges of stalking and threats of violence. His bail was set at $1… Continue reading Crow Wing County Attorney Accused of Chilling Death Threats and Violent Fantasies
Towner County Horror: Bismarck Man Accused of Brutal Rape of Minor—Faces Life in Prison
Towner County, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — A 24-year-old Bismarck man, Carter Keplin, is facing the possibility of life in prison following serious charges stemming from an alleged sexual assault of a juvenile female in Towner County in June 2022. According to court documents, Carter Keplin is accused of forcibly restraining the victim by her wrist and… Continue reading Towner County Horror: Bismarck Man Accused of Brutal Rape of Minor—Faces Life in Prison
Grand Forks teen, accused of raping 12-year-old, pleads not guilty to felony charges
GRAND FORKS — A Grand Forks teen waived his Monday, April 21, preliminary hearing, pleading not guilty to two felony charges arising from allegations that he raped a 12-year-old girl. Jayden Allen Perales, 18, is charged with two counts of Class AA felony gross sexual imposition by forcing a sexual act. Class AA felonies have… Continue reading Grand Forks teen, accused of raping 12-year-old, pleads not guilty to felony charges
Ramsey County: Taco John’s Manager in Devils Lake Accused of Embezzling Over $5,000
Ramsey County (trfnews.i234.me) — Alicia L. Najarro, the former manager of Taco John’s in Devils Lake, North Dakota, has been charged with felony misapplication of entrusted property. Court documents allege that Najarro misappropriated $5,509 in company deposits for personal use. This Class C felony carries a maximum sentence of five years in prison. The alleged… Continue reading Ramsey County: Taco John’s Manager in Devils Lake Accused of Embezzling Over $5,000
MOORHEAD MURDER SHOCKER: Psychiatrist Accused as Accomplice in Deadly Drive-By Shooting — Arrest Made in Michigan
MOORHEAD (trfnews.i234.me) – TRF News is following shocking developments out of Moorhead, Minnesota, where a 32-year-old psychiatrist has been charged as an accomplice in a deadly drive-by shooting that occurred Sunday in the city’s southern neighborhood. Authorities identified the suspect as Abby Fredrickson, a licensed psychiatrist currently employed by Chicago-based Array Behavioral Care, where she… Continue reading MOORHEAD MURDER SHOCKER: Psychiatrist Accused as Accomplice in Deadly Drive-By Shooting — Arrest Made in Michigan
Red Lake County Scandal: Woman Accused of Stealing Nearly $300K from Dementia-Stricken Ex
Brooks, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — A Brooks woman, 78-year-old Hollie Louise Baker-Walseth, has been charged with felony theft after allegedly embezzling nearly $300,000 from a man she once had a relationship with. According to court documents, Baker-Walseth obtained power of attorney over the man following his dementia diagnosis. Between August 2021 and June 2024, she reportedly… Continue reading Red Lake County Scandal: Woman Accused of Stealing Nearly $300K from Dementia-Stricken Ex
Meth Bust in Otter Tail County: Woman Accused of Selling Large Quantities of Cocaine and Meth
Otter Tail County (trfnews.i234.me) – A 41-year-old woman, Elizabeth Lynne Brinkmann, was arrested on April 9, 2025, in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, on serious drug charges. She is accused of first-degree sale of 17 grams or more of cocaine or methamphetamine within a 90-day period, a felony offense under Minnesota Statute 152.021.1(1)~1. Brinkmann is currently… Continue reading Meth Bust in Otter Tail County: Woman Accused of Selling Large Quantities of Cocaine and Meth
Stutsman County, ND: Inmate Charged After Brutal Assault at James River Correctional Center
Stutsman County (trfnews.i234.me) — An inmate at the James River Correctional Center in Jamestown is facing additional felony charges after allegedly assaulting another inmate with a makeshift weapon. According to court records, Benjamin Joseph Capistran placed a tablet inside a mesh laundry bag and struck another inmate over the head. The victim fell to the… Continue reading Stutsman County, ND: Inmate Charged After Brutal Assault at James River Correctional Center
Lake of the Woods school employee and husband accused of having sex with teen
LAKE OF THE WOODS, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – In Williams, Minnesota, a shocking case has emerged involving Kraig and Jennifer Stokke. The couple is accused of engaging in a sexual relationship with a teen girl from 2019 until after she turned 18. According to court records, Jennifer Stokke, an employee at Lake of the Woods Public… Continue reading Lake of the Woods school employee and husband accused of having sex with teen
Fargo Couple Accused of Running Drug Operation from In-Home Daycare
Cass County, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) — Cara and Joshua Aus, former operators of Cara’s Cozy Hearts Daycare in Fargo, are facing multiple felony charges related to child neglect and drug trafficking. The charges stem from incidents between 2022 and 2024, during which the couple allegedly ran a drug operation from their home-based daycare while children… Continue reading Fargo Couple Accused of Running Drug Operation from In-Home Daycare
Beltrami County Man Accused of Wild Flee Attempt, Drug Possession, and Vehicle Theft
Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) — 28-year-old Zachary Bob is currently jailed at the Beltrami County Jail as of April 7, 2025, and is being held without bail pending court proceedings. Bob, who is listed at 5’08” and 160 pounds, is facing four serious charges stemming from a chaotic incident involving drug use and a stolen vehicle:… Continue reading Beltrami County Man Accused of Wild Flee Attempt, Drug Possession, and Vehicle Theft
Beltrami County: Gerald Jones Accused of Multiple Felonies in Shocking Arrest
Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) — Gerald Jones has been booked into the Beltrami County Jail as of April 9, 2025, and is being held on multiple felony charges with no bail set. According to official court records, Jones, age and full physical details not yet provided except for a listed height of 5’9” and weight of… Continue reading Beltrami County: Gerald Jones Accused of Multiple Felonies in Shocking Arrest
SHOCKING CHARGES: Beltrami County Woman Accused of Assault with Dangerous Weapon After DWI Arrest!
Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Beltrami County woman is facing serious charges after a disturbing incident earlier this week. Kelly Mclaren, age and mugshot details confirmed by Beltrami County Jail records, was taken into custody on April 7, 2025 and is currently being held without bail. Court documents reveal Mclaren has been charged with Assault… Continue reading SHOCKING CHARGES: Beltrami County Woman Accused of Assault with Dangerous Weapon After DWI Arrest!
Grand Forks County: Travis Bell Seeks Trial Relocation Amid Public Outcry Over Fatal Crash
Grand Forks County, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) — Travis Bell, 44, of Fordville, North Dakota, is seeking to have his upcoming trial moved out of Grand Forks County. Bell faces charges of criminal vehicular homicide and criminal vehicular injury following a June 3, 2024, crash at the intersection of U.S. Highway 2 and Airport Road, which… Continue reading Grand Forks County: Travis Bell Seeks Trial Relocation Amid Public Outcry Over Fatal Crash
Cass County Stabbing Horror: Fargo Man Accused of Knifing Roommate in Apartment Fight
Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — Raul Gonzalez Perez is now facing a felony aggravated assault charge following a violent stabbing incident in Fargo, North Dakota. According to court documents, just before 8:00 p.m. on April 12th, Fargo police were dispatched to an apartment after receiving a report of a stabbing. A witness told officers he was… Continue reading Cass County Stabbing Horror: Fargo Man Accused of Knifing Roommate in Apartment Fight
FRAZEE, MN: Farmhand Charged with Felony Theft of Firearms from Employer’s Property
FRAZEE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — Daryl Jacob Aho, 37, of rural Frazee, has been charged in Becker County District Court with three counts of felony theft. According to court records, during the summer of 2024, Aho allegedly took and pawned several firearms from a shop and farm on County Road 151, where he was employed. Recovered… Continue reading FRAZEE, MN: Farmhand Charged with Felony Theft of Firearms from Employer’s Property
BEMIDJI, MN: Man Accused of Vicious Assault—911 Call Allegedly Blocked
BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—A Bemidji man, Lawrence William Goodman, is facing serious charges following a reported domestic assault incident on April 11. According to court documents, police responded to a call where Goodman’s girlfriend alleged that he had pulled her hair, choked her, and pushed her to the ground. During the altercation, Goodman allegedly broke her… Continue reading BEMIDJI, MN: Man Accused of Vicious Assault—911 Call Allegedly Blocked
Detroit Lakes Man Charged After Alleged Strangulation and DWI Incident in Becker County
Becker County, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — On March 22, 2025, White Earth police responded to a residence in Callaway, Minnesota, following an interrupted 911 call reporting a domestic disturbance. Upon arrival, officers spoke with a woman who reported that her significant other, 35-year-old Michael James Brodsho of Detroit Lakes, had assaulted her. The woman stated that… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Charged After Alleged Strangulation and DWI Incident in Becker County
Level 3 Sex Offender Accused of Holding Woman Hostage in Beltrami County Horror
Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) — A terrifying ordeal unfolded earlier this month for a Beltrami County woman, allegedly at the hands of Gerald Lee Jones, a Level 3 predatory offender previously released to the Cass Lake area. According to court documents, between April 4th and 5th, Jones held the woman against her will at her residence,… Continue reading Level 3 Sex Offender Accused of Holding Woman Hostage in Beltrami County Horror
BEMIDJI WOMAN INDICTED: Feds Say Passenger Assaulted Flight Attendant On Las Vegas to Grand Forks Flight
Bemidji, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — A Bemidji woman has been indicted by a federal grand jury for allegedly assaulting a flight attendant aboard an Allegiant Air flight from Las Vegas to Grand Forks earlier this year. According to federal court documents unsealed Wednesday, Jody Sherry-Berg, 64, was arrested in Minnesota on Tuesday, April 8, based on… Continue reading BEMIDJI WOMAN INDICTED: Feds Say Passenger Assaulted Flight Attendant On Las Vegas to Grand Forks Flight
Itasca County: Grand Rapids Woman Accused of Deck Assault & Gun Threat Over Love Triangle
Itasca County (trfnews.i234.me) — An explosive confrontation in rural Grand Rapids has resulted in a felony assault charge against Tawny L. Dagle, according to court documents. On April 6th, an Itasca County deputy was dispatched following a report involving a handgun threat. The female victim claimed Dagle was involved in an affair with her male… Continue reading Itasca County: Grand Rapids Woman Accused of Deck Assault & Gun Threat Over Love Triangle
Grand Forks Man Accused of Holding Gun to Woman’s Head – Domestic Terror Charges Filed
Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) – In a disturbing case out of Grand Forks County, authorities say 25-year-old Reece Ravenhorst—whose address is now listed in Nevis, Minnesota—has been charged with two felony counts of terrorizing domestic violence and three misdemeanor domestic violence charges. These charges stem from horrifying incidents that allegedly took place at an apartment on… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Accused of Holding Gun to Woman’s Head – Domestic Terror Charges Filed
Becker County Bombshell: Frazee Sex Offender Accused of Disappearing for Months – Found Homeless in Moorhead
Frazee, Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) – In a deeply disturbing case out of Frazee, Duke Walter Muckey, 41, is facing felony charges for failing to meet predatory offender registration requirements, after authorities discovered he’d been missing for months and living homeless in Moorhead — all while being required to register for life due to a past conviction… Continue reading Becker County Bombshell: Frazee Sex Offender Accused of Disappearing for Months – Found Homeless in Moorhead
Becker County Horror: Detroit Lakes Teen Accused of Violent Apartment Rape While Using Fake Identity – Arrested at Restaurant
Detroit Lakes, Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) – A shocking case has surfaced in Detroit Lakes, where Carliezer Naun Barreda Salgado, 19, is facing multiple felony sexual assault charges after allegedly forcing himself onto a woman he worked with at a local restaurant — all while reportedly using a fake name on the job. According to court… Continue reading Becker County Horror: Detroit Lakes Teen Accused of Violent Apartment Rape While Using Fake Identity – Arrested at Restaurant
Becker County Man Arrested After Stolen ATV Found Abandoned
Becker County (trfnews.i234.me)— Alex Adam Bast, 28, of Menahga, has been charged in Becker County District Court with felony theft of a motor vehicle. According to court records, at approximately 8:28 p.m. on March 18, a Becker County sheriff’s deputy was dispatched to 580th Avenue in Menahga on a report of a stolen ATV. The… Continue reading Becker County Man Arrested After Stolen ATV Found Abandoned
Cass County Horror: Fargo Man Accused of Beating Woman, Threatening to Kill Her in Front of Child
Cass County, Fargo (trfnews.i234.me) – In a chilling domestic violence case unfolding in Fargo, Nick Mark Ivan Gaudin has been charged with five felonies stemming from a terrifying series of assaults on a woman — including while a child was present — according to Cass County court documents. The violence reportedly began on April 2, when… Continue reading Cass County Horror: Fargo Man Accused of Beating Woman, Threatening to Kill Her in Front of Child
Frazee Teenager Arrested for $9,500 Casey’s Burglary in Detroit Lakes
Detroit Lakes (trfnews.i234.me) — Arthur Deshun Campbell, 20, of Frazee, Minnesota, has been charged with felony third-degree burglary following an alleged break-in at Casey’s General Store on U.S. Highway 10 in Detroit Lakes. Incident Overview On October 28, at approximately 10:52 a.m., Detroit Lakes police responded to a burglary report at Casey’s General Store. The… Continue reading Frazee Teenager Arrested for $9,500 Casey’s Burglary in Detroit Lakes
Frazee Man Breaks Into Ex’s Girlfriend’s Home, Pretends Thermometer Is Gun in Shocking Assault
Frazee, Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) – In a harrowing incident that has stunned the Frazee community, 20-year-old Jaden Michael Pihlaja has been charged with felony second-degree burglary and petty misdemeanor fifth-degree assault. The charges stem from a confrontation at his ex-girlfriend’s family residence on March 16, 2025. Incident Details According to court records, the sequence of… Continue reading Frazee Man Breaks Into Ex’s Girlfriend’s Home, Pretends Thermometer Is Gun in Shocking Assault
BEMIDJI SHOCKER: Man Accused of Brutally Beating Woman Over Alcohol Money at City Park
Bemidji, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — A brutal attack at Bemidji City Park has led to felony charges against a local man after multiple 911 calls reported a violent assault. Derek Thomas Fairbanks-Roy of Bemidji is now charged with felony simple robbery and felony domestic assault following a disturbing incident on March 30th. According to the statement of… Continue reading BEMIDJI SHOCKER: Man Accused of Brutally Beating Woman Over Alcohol Money at City Park
Clay County — Barnesville Man Accused of Brutal Strangulation Assault
Clay County (trfnews.i234.me) — Van Thomas Steinke, age 40, is facing a disturbing list of domestic violence-related charges after being arrested by the Barnesville Police Department on the evening of March 27, 2025. Steinke has been charged with: Third-degree Assault – Inflicting Substantial Bodily Harm Domestic Assault by Strangulation Domestic Assault – Causing Fear of… Continue reading Clay County — Barnesville Man Accused of Brutal Strangulation Assault
Becker County Man Busted Twice! Jamie Ray Frazee Accused of Fleeing and Violating Protection Order
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — Authorities have booked Jamie Ray Frazee, age 43, on two serious charges following incidents involving both domestic abuse and a police pursuit. Frazee was taken into custody on March 24, 2025, at 3:26 PM. The charges stem from two separate law enforcement agencies: Becker County Sheriff’s Office:• Domestic Abuse –… Continue reading Becker County Man Busted Twice! Jamie Ray Frazee Accused of Fleeing and Violating Protection Order
Clay County — Man Accused of Dual Theft & Fleeing Police in Dilworth and Moorhead
Clay County (trfnews.i234.me) — A 26-year-old man, Alexander Dean Wilkie Priest, is behind bars following a string of alleged offenses across multiple jurisdictions in Clay County. According to records: Dilworth Police booked Wilkie Priest for: Theft of Property valued between $501 and $1,000 Theft of Property exceeding $1,000 Moorhead Police later added charges of: Fleeing… Continue reading Clay County — Man Accused of Dual Theft & Fleeing Police in Dilworth and Moorhead
Shocking Allegation in Otter Tail County: 350-Pound Teacher Accused of Standing on Student’s Back
Underwood, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — A sixth-grade teacher in Otter Tail County is facing serious charges after a disturbing incident during a school lockdown drill. According to court documents, Jason Rogers, a 350-pound teacher at Underwood School, allegedly stepped on the back of a sixth-grade student with both feet for about 10 seconds during a drill… Continue reading Shocking Allegation in Otter Tail County: 350-Pound Teacher Accused of Standing on Student’s Back
East Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty in Father’s Murder — Faces Life Without Parole if Convicted
East Grand Forks, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — A man accused of murdering his father in a Grand Forks hotel room in 2020 has pleaded not guilty and waived his preliminary hearing, according to court filings made on Monday, March 24, 2025. Vincent Chase Villarreal, 32, is charged with Class AA felony murder in the death of… Continue reading East Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty in Father’s Murder — Faces Life Without Parole if Convicted
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota: Man Accused of Impersonating Police Officer for Chipotle Discounts — Threats Allegedly Made
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — A 62-year-old man from Brooklyn Park is now facing criminal charges after he allegedly pretended to be a police officer in order to receive discounts at a Chipotle restaurant—and even made threatening remarks to staff who refused his request. According to a criminal complaint filed in Hennepin County, the incidents… Continue reading Brooklyn Park, Minnesota: Man Accused of Impersonating Police Officer for Chipotle Discounts — Threats Allegedly Made
Devils Lake, North Dakota: Man Accused of Stabbing Victim — Lung Collapsed in Violent Knife Attack!
Devils Lake, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) — A man from Devils Lake is facing a serious felony charge after a violent incident involving a folding knife left a victim with multiple stab wounds and a partially collapsed lung. According to court documents, Thorin Christopher Gessner has been charged with Aggravated Assault with a Dangerous Weapon, a… Continue reading Devils Lake, North Dakota: Man Accused of Stabbing Victim — Lung Collapsed in Violent Knife Attack!
Bovey, Minnesota SHOCK: Woman Accused of Assaulting Man with Scissors and Salt Shakers — “He Feared for His Life”
Bovey, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — A woman from Bovey, Minnesota, Michaela Charley, is now facing multiple criminal charges after a disturbing domestic incident in rural Itasca County. According to court records, on March 21st, a sheriff’s deputy responded to a domestic call in a rural area near Bovey. Charley reportedly told the responding officer she was… Continue reading Bovey, Minnesota SHOCK: Woman Accused of Assaulting Man with Scissors and Salt Shakers — “He Feared for His Life”
Pine Point Man Charged After Brutal Baseball Bat Attack on Brother
Pine Point (trfnews.i234.me) — Anthony Todd Stewart, 54, of Detroit Lakes, has been charged in Becker County District Court with felony second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon after a violent family altercation. According to the criminal complaint, on March 12 at 9:41 p.m., a White Earth police officer responded to a Pine Point residence where… Continue reading Pine Point Man Charged After Brutal Baseball Bat Attack on Brother
Becker County: Brandi Marie Olive Skramstad Accused of Assault and Disrupting 911 Call
Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) — Authorities arrested Brandi Marie Olive Skramstad, 30, on March 14, 2025, in Becker County. Skramstad faces charges under Minnesota Statutes 609.78.2(1) for interrupting, interfering, or impeding a 911 call, and 609.2242.1(2) for misdemeanor domestic assault—accused of intentionally inflicting or attempting to inflict bodily harm on another person. I’m Chris Harper reporting… Continue reading Becker County: Brandi Marie Olive Skramstad Accused of Assault and Disrupting 911 Call
Becker County HORROR: Man Accused of Domestic Assault, False Imprisonment & Multiple Violations
Becker County — A shocking arrest has rattled Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) after Albert James Basswood III, 28, was taken into custody on March 9, 2025. Basswood faces a slew of serious charges, including: Violation of a Domestic Abuse No Contact Order within 10 years of a prior conviction (629.75.2(c)), False Imprisonment – Intentional Restraint (609.255.2),… Continue reading Becker County HORROR: Man Accused of Domestic Assault, False Imprisonment & Multiple Violations
Kittson County Nightmare: Kennedy Woman Accused of Executing Man in Meth-Fueled Frenzy
Kennedy, Kittson County (trfnews.i234.me) — A harrowing case has shaken northwestern Minnesota as Jordan Carol Hanson, 23, of Kennedy, is being held on a $1 million bond after allegedly murdering a Hallock man by shooting him in the head. Court documents reveal Hanson, reportedly under the influence of methamphetamine, shot the victim inside his Hallock… Continue reading Kittson County Nightmare: Kennedy Woman Accused of Executing Man in Meth-Fueled Frenzy
Moorhead County Horror: Woman Accused of Stabbing Husband Over Jealous Rage
Moorhead (trfnews.i234.me) — A chilling case out of Moorhead has left the community stunned. Amy Kelly-Skeie, a resident of 3834 31st Street South, is now facing serious charges, including second-degree attempted murder. According to a statement of probable cause, on March 15th at 2:32 a.m., law enforcement responded to the emergency room in Fargo, where… Continue reading Moorhead County Horror: Woman Accused of Stabbing Husband Over Jealous Rage
Grand Forks: Lisa Hickman Accused of Kicking UND Officer During DUI Stop
Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) — A Grand Forks woman, Lisa Hickman, is facing a series of serious charges after a traffic stop for suspected DUI turned violent. According to court documents, the incident occurred around 12:19 a.m. on March 15th, when a University of North Dakota police officer spotted Hickman making an improper turn and striking a… Continue reading Grand Forks: Lisa Hickman Accused of Kicking UND Officer During DUI Stop
Fargo Man Charged: Borris Steven Dahn Accused of Brutal Sexual Assault and Theft in Moorhead
Moorhead, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — On this Monday, March 17th, charges were officially filed against Borris Steven Dahn, a Fargo, North Dakota man, accused of a violent assault and rape of his ex-girlfriend in Moorhead earlier this year. According to the criminal complaint, the incident occurred on January 25th, 2025. The victim reported to law enforcement… Continue reading Fargo Man Charged: Borris Steven Dahn Accused of Brutal Sexual Assault and Theft in Moorhead
Kittson County Murder Shocker: Woman Accused of Shooting St. Paul Man in Hallock Meth-Fueled Night
HALLOCK, Kittson County (trfnews.i234.me) — A tragic and shocking crime unfolded in Hallock, Minnesota, on Thursday, leaving a St. Paul family devastated. The family of 43-year-old Justin Esparza has launched a GoFundMe account to help bring his body back to St. Paul after he was fatally shot. Authorities say 23-year-old Jordan Hanson of Kennedy, Minnesota,… Continue reading Kittson County Murder Shocker: Woman Accused of Shooting St. Paul Man in Hallock Meth-Fueled Night
Grand Forks Manager Accused of Embezzling $25K from Hugo’s Wine & Spirits!
Grand Forks County (trfnews.i234.me) — On March 13th, officers were dispatched to Hugo’s Wine & Spirits on 32nd Avenue South in Grand Forks following a complaint of internal theft against manager Sheri L. Brecke. According to court documents, during questioning by loss prevention agents, Brecke admitted to the theft of $25,000. She has been charged… Continue reading Grand Forks Manager Accused of Embezzling $25K from Hugo’s Wine & Spirits!
Cass County Horror: Fargo Inmate Accused of Gross Sexual Imposition Now Hit With More Felony Charges!
Cass County (trfnews.i234.me)— Brashawn Deon Mills of Kalamazoo, Michigan, is deepening his legal troubles. While already incarcerated in the Cass County Jail in Fargo on a pending charge of gross sexual imposition involving a victim under the age of 15, Mills now faces three additional felony charges. According to court documents, in January, he made… Continue reading Cass County Horror: Fargo Inmate Accused of Gross Sexual Imposition Now Hit With More Felony Charges!
Former Clay County Jail Officer Accused of Sexual Misconduct with Inmate
Moorhead, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — A former Clay County Jail corrections officer in Moorhead is now facing felony charges after she allegedly engaged in an inappropriate relationship with an inmate and admitted she had “fallen under his spell.” 🚨 The Shocking Allegations: Chloe J. Nord, 25, of Fargo has been charged with two felony counts of fourth-degree… Continue reading Former Clay County Jail Officer Accused of Sexual Misconduct with Inmate
Woman Accused of Stealing Nearly $300K from Elderly Man in Marshall County!
Marshall County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — A disturbing financial crime has surfaced in Marshall County, where Holly Baker Walseth is accused of stealing nearly $300,000 from an elderly man while acting as his power of attorney. 🔴 The Investigation: The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department launched an investigation in January 2023 after discovering unauthorized financial transactions. Authorities uncovered… Continue reading Woman Accused of Stealing Nearly $300K from Elderly Man in Marshall County!
SHOCKING: Grand Forks Man Accused of Beating Woman, Kicking Her Down Stairs & Setting House on Fire!
Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man is facing a multi-felony trial after being accused of brutally assaulting a woman, kicking her down a staircase, and intentionally setting a fire that endangered two children. James William Laducer Jr., 37, was arrested in October after allegedly punching a woman twice in the face, kicking her in… Continue reading SHOCKING: Grand Forks Man Accused of Beating Woman, Kicking Her Down Stairs & Setting House on Fire!
Polk County Man Arrested for Felony Drug Charges – Accused of False Prescription Scheme
Polk County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — A Polk County man is facing serious felony drug charges after being arrested on February 26, 2025, for 5th-degree drug possession and procurement by false representation. Authorities have charged Darren Carl Joseph Frazer, born April 20, 1985, under Minnesota Statute 152.025.2(b)(2)(iii), which pertains to illegally obtaining or controlling drugs through false… Continue reading Polk County Man Arrested for Felony Drug Charges – Accused of False Prescription Scheme
Detroit Lakes Couple Accused of Massive Tax Fraud—Owe Over $117K to Minnesota!
Detroit Lakes, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — A Detroit Lakes couple is facing multiple felony tax fraud charges after allegedly failing to file or pay Minnesota state income and sales taxes for five years from 2018 through 2022. According to court documents, Randy Harold Wold, 56, owner of Northern Wild Taxidermy, and Alisa Joy Wold, 51, owner of… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Couple Accused of Massive Tax Fraud—Owe Over $117K to Minnesota!
Minnesota Man Accused of Violent Rampage in Woman’s Apartment – Felony Charges Filed
WILKIN COUNTY, MN – A terrifying domestic violence incident in Breckenridge has led to the arrest of Rick David Olson, who is now facing felony and misdemeanor assault charges following an alleged brutal attack on a woman inside her own apartment. According to court documents, on February 23, 2025, Olson went to the victim’s apartment,… Continue reading Minnesota Man Accused of Violent Rampage in Woman’s Apartment – Felony Charges Filed
Minnesota Woman Accused of Using Car as a Weapon in Shocking Assault Near Gonvick!
GONVICK, MN – Tia Jean Nepean of Fosston, Minnesota, is facing serious criminal charges following a shocking incident near Gonvick on February 27, 2025. According to court documents, Nepean allegedly rammed her vehicle into a male victim’s car, cracking his driver’s side window. The confrontation escalated when the victim exited his vehicle and stood in… Continue reading Minnesota Woman Accused of Using Car as a Weapon in Shocking Assault Near Gonvick!
Thief River Falls Man Accused of Buying Alcohol & Vapes for Teen – Caught Through Vape Detector!
Thief River Falls, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) – A simple school vape detector alert at Lincoln High School has uncovered a disturbing case involving 42-year-old Corey John Benoit, who is now facing multiple charges for allegedly supplying alcohol and nicotine vapes to a minor. The shocking revelations surfaced after a school resource officer received a report on… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Accused of Buying Alcohol & Vapes for Teen – Caught Through Vape Detector!
TWO MEN WANTED FOR HORRIFIC DORM ROOM SEXUAL ASSAULT IN STEARNS COUNTY
St. Cloud (trfnews.i234.me) – Authorities have issued nationwide arrest warrants for two men accused of brutally sexually assaulting a St. Cloud State University student in her dorm room in the early hours of November 1. 🚨 SUSPECTS ON THE RUN:🔴 Dipak Phayal, 20 – Charged with first- and third-degree criminal sexual conduct and aiding and… Continue reading TWO MEN WANTED FOR HORRIFIC DORM ROOM SEXUAL ASSAULT IN STEARNS COUNTY
Mother of 1-Year-Old Speaks Out Against Plea Deal for Day Care Worker Accused of Abuse
Grand Forks, ND – A Grand Forks mother is demanding justice after learning that the day care worker accused of slamming her 1-year-old to the ground will likely avoid jail time due to a plea deal reached with prosecutors. 📍 Incident Date: October 2024📍 Location: Hopeful Beginnings Day Care (Hope Church) – Grand Forks, ND👶… Continue reading Mother of 1-Year-Old Speaks Out Against Plea Deal for Day Care Worker Accused of Abuse
🚨 Detroit Lakes Man Charged with Felony Assault in Becker County 🚨
CALLAWAY, MN – A 23-year-old man from rural Detroit Lakes has been charged with felony second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon after allegedly attacking a man with a silver jack handle inside a Callaway home. According to court records, on February 2, a Becker County deputy responded to a reported assault at an address on… Continue reading 🚨 Detroit Lakes Man Charged with Felony Assault in Becker County 🚨
Detroit Lakes Man Charged with Two Felony Counts of Domestic Assault by Strangulation in Becker County
📍 Becker County, MN – Christopher Lee Peake, 36, of Detroit Lakes, has been charged with two felony counts of domestic assault by strangulation after allegedly attacking his significant other multiple times on January 20 and January 21. 📌 Incident Details & Allegations 📅 January 20: Peake’s significant other questioned him about infidelity.🔴 In response,… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Charged with Two Felony Counts of Domestic Assault by Strangulation in Becker County
North Dakota Man Sentenced for Multi-County Vehicle Thefts and Arson in Cass County
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A North Dakota man responsible for multiple vehicle thefts and an arson incident across several counties has been sentenced in some of his cases, while other charges remain pending. 📌 Suspect: Craig Vinton📌 Crimes Committed: Multiple vehicle thefts across Cass, Traill, and Ransom counties Arson-related charge for setting a stolen vehicle… Continue reading North Dakota Man Sentenced for Multi-County Vehicle Thefts and Arson in Cass County
Fargo Man Arrested After Allegedly Threatening to Shoot Employees at Burlington in Cass County
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fargo man was arrested after allegedly threatening employees and customers inside a Burlington store on Tuesday, February 11. 📌 Suspect: Sedarian Jinks, 37📌 Location: Burlington, 13th Avenue, Fargo📌 Charge: Terrorizing (felony) Incident Details 🚨 Police Response Officers were called to Burlington on 13th Avenue for a disturbance involving a hostile… Continue reading Fargo Man Arrested After Allegedly Threatening to Shoot Employees at Burlington in Cass County
Grand Forks Man, Ernest Farmer, Faces Four Felony Drug Charges After Meth Sting
Grand Forks, ND (trfnews.i234.me)—A 38-year-old Grand Forks man is facing four felony drug charges following a controlled drug buy operation, during which he allegedly sold two ounces of methamphetamine to an undercover officer. 📌 Suspect: Ernest Leroy Farmer📌 Location: Grand Forks, North Dakota📌 Date of Arrest: Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025📌 Court Appearance: Thursday, Feb. 13,… Continue reading Grand Forks Man, Ernest Farmer, Faces Four Felony Drug Charges After Meth Sting
Alexandria Rose Burley of Detroit Lakes Charged with Felony Child Endangerment in Becker County
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—A 27-year-old woman from rural Detroit Lakes, Alexandria Rose Burley, has been charged in Becker County District Court with one felony count of child endangerment and one gross misdemeanor count of child endangerment following a disturbing case of suspected abuse. Incident Details 📅 Date of Incident: September 23, 2024📍 Location: A preschool… Continue reading Alexandria Rose Burley of Detroit Lakes Charged with Felony Child Endangerment in Becker County
Warroad Woman, Tracey Jo Brodshaug, Faces Felony Drug & DUI Charges in Roseau County
ROSEAU COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—A 42-year-old woman, Tracey Jo Brodshaug, is facing serious felony drug and DUI charges after a high-risk traffic stop led to the discovery of over 55 grams of methamphetamine in her vehicle and home. Incident Details 🚔 Date & Location: On January 24, a Minnesota State Trooper received reports of a reckless… Continue reading Warroad Woman, Tracey Jo Brodshaug, Faces Felony Drug & DUI Charges in Roseau County
Nationwide Arrest Warrant Issued for Suspected Child Predator with Ties to Multiple States
BELTRAMI COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Authorities have arrested 24-year-old Thomas Humiston, a suspected child predator accused of sexually abusing two minors across multiple states, including Minnesota, California, and Nevada. The Alpine County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) in California launched an investigation after receiving a suspected child abuse report from Alpine County Child Protective Services (CPS). The report… Continue reading Nationwide Arrest Warrant Issued for Suspected Child Predator with Ties to Multiple States
Grand Forks Man Accused of Conspiracy to Commit Murder Granted PR Bond
Grand Forks, ND (trfnews.i234.me)—A Grand Forks man accused of conspiracy to commit murder was granted a personal recognizance (PR) bond on Friday, Feb. 7, meaning he will be released without paying any upfront bail. Nicholas Alexander Wride-Arnold, 35, had originally faced a Class AA felony charge, but during his bond review hearing, it was revealed… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Accused of Conspiracy to Commit Murder Granted PR Bond
Murder Charge Stands Against Tyreik Taylor-Roberts in Fargo Shooting Case
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – The murder charge against Tyreik Taylor-Roberts will stand after a judge denied a motion to dismiss during Monday’s preliminary hearing. Taylor-Roberts is accused of shooting and killing Jalab Moses outside a Fargo apartment complex in September 2024. Self-Defense Claim Rejected for Now 📌 Taylor-Roberts has claimed self-defense from the start. 📌… Continue reading Murder Charge Stands Against Tyreik Taylor-Roberts in Fargo Shooting Case
Jorge Luis Benitez-Estremera Waives Jury Trial in Thief River Falls Murder Case
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—A Thief River Falls man accused of first-degree premeditated murder has waived his right to a jury trial in favor of a stipulated evidence trial, where a judge will determine the verdict based on agreed-upon facts and legal arguments. Case Background Jorge Luis Benitez-Estremera, 34, is charged with: First-degree premeditated murder… Continue reading Jorge Luis Benitez-Estremera Waives Jury Trial in Thief River Falls Murder Case
East Grand Forks Resident Brian Lee Espinoza Charged with Criminal Sexual Conduct
POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Brian Lee Espinoza, a 33-year-old resident of East Grand Forks, is currently detained on a $100,000 cash or surety bond. He faces three counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct, each carrying a maximum sentence of 30 years in prison and a mandatory minimum of 12 years. According to the statement of probable… Continue reading East Grand Forks Resident Brian Lee Espinoza Charged with Criminal Sexual Conduct
Grand Forks woman, Jody Lynn Sherry-Berg Berg Charged After Incident on Las Vegas to Grand Forks Flight
GRAND FORKS, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A woman is charged after a fight on an airplane. According to court documents, on January 16th, officers responded to the Grand Forks Airport for an assault that occurred on an aircraft during a flight. When the plane landed, the woman was removed by law enforcement and allegedly told police… Continue reading Grand Forks woman, Jody Lynn Sherry-Berg Berg Charged After Incident on Las Vegas to Grand Forks Flight
Leeds, North Dakota Man John Michael Lister Arrested on Child Sexual Abuse Charges
LEEDS, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A Leeds, North Dakota man, John Michael Lister, has been arrested and charged with multiple offenses related to the sexual abuse of two children. Lister is charged with two counts of continuous sexual abuse of a child and two counts of gross sexual imposition. According to court documents, the allegations involve… Continue reading Leeds, North Dakota Man John Michael Lister Arrested on Child Sexual Abuse Charges
Former School Staff Member Faces Trial Over Alleged Misconduct with Student
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A former Fargo Public Schools staff member appeared in court on Tuesday for a trial concerning criminal charges. Ashley Peterson is accused of sending explicit photos and engaging in an inappropriate relationship with a 17-year-old student. She was terminated from her position as a Behavior Technician at Davies High School in… Continue reading Former School Staff Member Faces Trial Over Alleged Misconduct with Student
Moorhead Man’s Bail Request Denied in Cass County Shooting Case
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – In August 2024, Starmaine Hoeper, a 34-year-old resident of Moorhead, was arrested in connection with a shooting incident in rural Cass County, North Dakota. The arrest followed an investigation into a reported shooting near the KFGO radio tower south of Fargo, where the victim sustained critical injuries. Court documents indicate that… Continue reading Moorhead Man’s Bail Request Denied in Cass County Shooting Case
Brooks Man Pleads Guilty to Reduced Child Abuse Charge
RED LAKE COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — Joseph Cole Wulfson, 34, from Brooks, Minnesota, was scheduled for trial this week on charges including felony child torture. On December 31, he entered a guilty plea to an amended charge of malicious punishment of a child causing substantial bodily harm. This felony carries a potential five-year prison term.… Continue reading Brooks Man Pleads Guilty to Reduced Child Abuse Charge
Lake Park Woman, Ashley Ann Knapper Charged with Felony Assault Involving Knife
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On September 23, law enforcement responded to a domestic disturbance call in rural Lake Park, Minnesota. Upon arrival, officers interviewed a male individual who reported that Ashley Ann Knapper, 47, and Cody Albert Bader, 34, had taken his son, born in 2021. The man alleged that during an altercation at Knapper’s residence,… Continue reading Lake Park Woman, Ashley Ann Knapper Charged with Felony Assault Involving Knife
Wadena Man, Sean Raymond Weber Charged with Assault, Arson, and Fleeing Law Enforcement
OTTER TAIL COUNTY, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – On December 4th, Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Department responded to a report involving 49-year-old Sean Raymond Weber of Wadena. According to court documents, Weber allegedly assaulted a victim and prevented them from leaving a location in Otter Tail County. Upon arrival, deputies found Weber in a vehicle, blocking the… Continue reading Wadena Man, Sean Raymond Weber Charged with Assault, Arson, and Fleeing Law Enforcement
Man Accused of Decade-Long Sexual Abuse in Fargo
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A 31-year-old man named Benito Fox has been arrested and charged with continuous sexual abuse of a child in Fargo. The alleged victim is a 14-year-old girl who reported the abuse to authorities. According to court documents, the abuse began when she was still in the sixth grade. A preliminary hearing… Continue reading Man Accused of Decade-Long Sexual Abuse in Fargo
Minnesota Man to Face Trial for Six Sex Crimes Against Minors
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — Anthony Levias Eley, a 55-year-old man from Gonvick, Minnesota, will stand trial for six sex crimes allegedly committed against two minors in Grand Forks County. He faces three counts of Class AA felony gross sexual imposition of a minor under the age of 15 and is also charged with one… Continue reading Minnesota Man to Face Trial for Six Sex Crimes Against Minors
West Fargo Dealership Burglary: Two Suspects Charged in Vehicle Theft Case
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Two individuals have been charged with burglary after vehicles were stolen from a West Fargo dealership in August. Joel Rodriguez faces three counts of motor vehicle theft and appeared in Cass County Court on Friday. Ashley Dowling is also charged but has not been taken into custody. According to court records,… Continue reading West Fargo Dealership Burglary: Two Suspects Charged in Vehicle Theft Case
West Fargo Woman Pleads Not Guilty to Felony Drug Charges in Polk County
POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — A West Fargo woman, Rebecca Dakota Grant, 37, waived her omnibus hearing on Tuesday, Dec. 3, and pleaded not guilty to two felony drug charges in Polk County. She is charged with conspiracy to commit a first-degree controlled substance sale and third-degree sale of a controlled substance. The first-degree charge… Continue reading West Fargo Woman Pleads Not Guilty to Felony Drug Charges in Polk County
Former Rothsay Clerk Charged with $50K Theft from City and Charity Funds
ROTHSAY, MINN. (trfnews.i234.me) – A former clerk and treasurer for the City of Rothsay, Minnesota, Lisa Marie Zimmerman, 37, is accused of embezzling more than $48,000 from the city between November 2021 and August 2022. Court documents allege that Zimmerman took cash utility payments, and recorded them as checks, but did not deposit the money.… Continue reading Former Rothsay Clerk Charged with $50K Theft from City and Charity Funds
Man Accused of Violating Domestic Assault No Contact Order
Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On October 26, 2024, James Robert Beckman, born April 24, 1976, was accused of violating a domestic assault no-contact order in connection with Minnesota statute GM {629.75.1(c)}. The alleged violation is being handled in accordance with legal procedures specific to domestic assault cases. Details of the incident and legal proceedings will… Continue reading Man Accused of Violating Domestic Assault No Contact Order
Hallock Man Charged with Multiple Felonies After Stolen Vehicle Incident
KITTSON COUNTY, MINN. (trfnews.i234.me) – Curtis Kovach, 30, has been charged with several felonies following an incident involving a stolen vehicle that was hit by a train. Court documents state that Kovach took a Ford Explorer from a driveway in Hallock. The vehicle was abandoned and later struck by a train near Highway 75 and… Continue reading Hallock Man Charged with Multiple Felonies After Stolen Vehicle Incident
Former Cass County Deputy Charged with Possession of Child Exploitation Materials
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — A former Cass County deputy, Carson Theodore Quam, 26, has been charged with 10 counts of possessing child exploitation materials. The charges, filed on Tuesday, Dec. 3, in Cass County District Court, allege that Quam had materials on a cellphone between September 2021 and September 2024 depicting children aged 2 to… Continue reading Former Cass County Deputy Charged with Possession of Child Exploitation Materials
Detroit Lakes Man Faces Charges for Criminal Sexual Contact
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Kyle Ryan Francis, 44, of Detroit Lakes, has been charged in Becker County District Court with felony fifth-degree criminal sexual contact and gross misdemeanor fifth-degree criminal sexual contact. According to court records, on August 27, 2023, a detective from the Clay County Sheriff’s Office began investigating a reported criminal sexual… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Faces Charges for Criminal Sexual Contact
Warroad Residents Face Felony Drug Charges After Undercover Sting
ROSEAU COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — Two Warroad residents, Carrie Ozetta Iceman, 21, and Kham Vorachak, 27, are facing felony charges for alleged involvement in methamphetamine sales following an undercover operation. Both made initial court appearances on December 2. Iceman faces charges of third-degree sale of a narcotic, carrying a potential 20-year maximum sentence, and fifth-degree… Continue reading Warroad Residents Face Felony Drug Charges After Undercover Sting
Detroit Lakes Employee Faces Deportation After Privacy Violation Incident
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – An employee of a restaurant in Detroit Lakes is set to be deported following allegations of privacy invasion. According to court records, Jesus Hernandez-Espana was caught recording women in a restroom stall at El Loro Mexican Restaurant on November 4. Police obtained his phone, which contained multiple video clips of… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Employee Faces Deportation After Privacy Violation Incident
Moorhead Woman Faces DWI Charges After Business Sign Crash
MOORHEAD, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – A Moorhead woman is facing DWI charges following an incident involving property damage at a local business. Police stopped 35-year-old Desirable Peterman on Saturday around 11:30 p.m. on 8th Street. Authorities allege she was driving 58 miles per hour in a 30-mile-per-hour zone. Court records state that she failed field sobriety… Continue reading Moorhead Woman Faces DWI Charges After Business Sign Crash
Grand Forks Man Arraigned on Five Felony Charges Stemming from Domestic Incident
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — A Grand Forks man, James William Laducer Jr., 36, was arraigned following a preliminary hearing on Monday, Dec. 2, which found cause to proceed with charges against him. Laducer pleaded not guilty to five felony counts linked to a domestic incident in October. He faces three Class B felonies for… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Arraigned on Five Felony Charges Stemming from Domestic Incident
Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges After Golf Cart, ATV, and Burglary Incidents in Minnesota
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – James Lawrence TeJohn, 39, of rural Cass Lake, Minnesota, is facing multiple charges in Becker County District Court, including felony third-degree burglary, felony theft, and misdemeanor property damage. On August 18, 2024, TeJohn allegedly drove a golf cart through a yard, driveway, and wire fence in the Long Lake Drive… Continue reading Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges After Golf Cart, ATV, and Burglary Incidents in Minnesota
Former Langdon Hospital CEO Faces Charges for Indecent Exposure
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — Jeffery Dalton Stanley, 56, the former CEO of Langdon Prairie Health (formerly Cavalier County Memorial Hospital), turned himself in on Friday, Nov. 22, nearly a month after an arrest warrant was issued for indecent exposure. The charge, a Class A misdemeanor, relates to an incident at Grand Forks’ Grand Cities… Continue reading Former Langdon Hospital CEO Faces Charges for Indecent Exposure
Trial Delay for Former Grand Forks Business Owner Amid New Evidence
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — The trial for Joshua Temple, a 41-year-old former Grand Forks business owner, has been delayed. Temple faces multiple charges related to allegations of domestic abuse against his late wife, Whitney Temple, a 33-year-old doctor who was battling a rare bone cancer at the time of the incidents. Police reports indicate… Continue reading Trial Delay for Former Grand Forks Business Owner Amid New Evidence
East Grand Forks Woman Faces Four Felony Drug Charges After Alleged Fentanyl Sales
POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – An East Grand Forks woman, Tracy Ann Hangsleben, 49, made her initial court appearance on Thursday, Nov. 7, facing four felony drug charges. These include first-degree controlled substance sale and conspiracy to commit first-degree sale, which carry potential maximum sentences of 30 years. Minnesota’s sentencing guidelines recommend 56 to 150… Continue reading East Grand Forks Woman Faces Four Felony Drug Charges After Alleged Fentanyl Sales
Grand Forks Man Charged with $38,000 Bar Safe Theft
GRAND FORKS, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man is charged with felony theft after allegedly stealing $37,721 from a safe at the Long Haul Saloon, located at 4720 Gateway Drive. Police arrested Andrew Helfenberger on November 4 following the execution of a search warrant. Court records indicate Helfenberger, an employee at the Grand Forks… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Charged with $38,000 Bar Safe Theft
Peeping Eyes, Threats, and Fear: The Unsettling Reality for Fargo Women
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – The residents of an apartment complex on 44th Avenue in Fargo have reported incidents of employees from a landscaping company, Outdoor Concepts, engaging in suspicious behavior. According to the women who live there, some employees have been seen peeking through their windows and making threatening comments. Police are investigating these claims… Continue reading Peeping Eyes, Threats, and Fear: The Unsettling Reality for Fargo Women
Fugitive Found Dead After Three-Year Manhunt Following Arson and Murder Allegations
STRATHCONA, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – Authorities confirmed that Seddrex Gates, who died in a house fire in Roseau County last week, was a fugitive wanted in connection with the 2021 killing of Patricia Wright in Brooklyn Center. On June 23, 2021, Gates allegedly shot Patricia Wright at her home, which they shared with their six children.… Continue reading Fugitive Found Dead After Three-Year Manhunt Following Arson and Murder Allegations
West Fargo Employee Accused of $830,000 Embezzlement Over Seven Years
FARGO (trfnews.i234.me) – A West Fargo woman has been charged with theft after allegedly embezzling nearly $830,000 from her employer, Lunde Auto, between 2015 and early 2022. According to court records, Mary Peterson, who was responsible for handling cash deposits, was terminated in 2022 after the general manager discovered the missing funds. The issue surfaced… Continue reading West Fargo Employee Accused of $830,000 Embezzlement Over Seven Years
Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Three Felony Charges
GRAND FORKS (trfnews.i234.me) — A man from Grand Forks has waived his preliminary hearing and pleaded not guilty to three felony charges. The individual, identified as Dhuuh Mohamed Hassan, aged 50, was charged with attempted gross sexual imposition using force (Class A felony), felonious restraint (Class C felony), and aggravated assault (Class C felony). The… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Three Felony Charges
Fergus Falls Man Charged with Stealing Over $120,000 from Vulnerable Adult’s Bank Account
FERGUS FALLS, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – The case of Darren Keith Torgusson involves allegations that he used his Power of Attorney to make unauthorized transactions from a 76-year-old man’s bank account. The victim resides at Pioneer Care Center in Fergus Falls. Court records indicate that on May 22, 2024, Torgusson wrote a check for $7,000 to… Continue reading Fergus Falls Man Charged with Stealing Over $120,000 from Vulnerable Adult’s Bank Account
Bathroom Surveillance: A Detroit Lakes Man Faces Charges
DETROIT LAKES, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – On Monday, November 4th around 2:00 pm, police were called to El Loro restaurant after a report of an incident that occurred in the women’s bathroom. It was reported that a male employee had been recording a female under her stall using his phone. The woman who made the complaint… Continue reading Bathroom Surveillance: A Detroit Lakes Man Faces Charges
Former Bison Football Player Accused of Firing Gun at House Party Pleads Not Guilty
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A former Bison football player, 19-year-old Jaiden Pickett, made his preliminary hearing on Monday, November 4. Prosecutors called Fargo Police Detective Tom Bernier to describe certain evidence related to the incident that took place around 1 a.m., on Sunday, September 8. Detective Bernier stated that Snapchat videos show Pickett pointing a… Continue reading Former Bison Football Player Accused of Firing Gun at House Party Pleads Not Guilty
Betrayal of Trust: Fargo Man Accused of Sexual Relationship with 12-Year-Old Girl
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A warrant was issued for the arrest of 21-year-old Wyatt Borden on October 30. He is charged with three counts of gross sexual imposition and one count of contributing to the deprivation or delinquency of a minor. According to court documents, the 12-year-old girl was reported missing in May 2023 and… Continue reading Betrayal of Trust: Fargo Man Accused of Sexual Relationship with 12-Year-Old Girl
Homeless Man Accused of Attempted Murder: Bail Set at $250,000
GRAND FORKS (trfnews.i234.me) — A 44-year-old homeless man named Moses Ayom made his first court appearance on Tuesday, November 5th, in connection with an alleged attempt to stab another man at the Grand Forks homeless shelter. The incident occurred on Friday, November 1st. According to court documents, Ayom claimed that President Joe Biden and Vice… Continue reading Homeless Man Accused of Attempted Murder: Bail Set at $250,000
Felony DWI Charges Filed Against Darren Robert Halvorson in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Darren Robert Halvorson, 43, was charged with felony first-degree DWI on October 5. According to court records, a Detroit Lakes police officer observed a vehicle traveling east on Willow Street at approximately 1:30 a.m. The registered owner’s driver’s license status had been canceled due to being inimical to public safety. The vehicle turned into a… Continue reading Felony DWI Charges Filed Against Darren Robert Halvorson in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Grand Forks Man Faces 20 Years in Prison for Narcotics Charges
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — Douglas Allen Austreng, 61, has been charged with various crimes related to narcotics. On October 29, law enforcement executed a search warrant on his residence. During this operation, they allegedly found multiple substances: approximately 1,001.4 grams of methamphetamine (including packaging), 30.23 grams of psilocybin mushrooms, 0.82 grams of cocaine, and… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces 20 Years in Prison for Narcotics Charges
Fargo Woman Charged with Theft of Over $500,000 in Merchandise
FARGO (trfnews.i234.me) – Leymah Lopai has been charged with theft after allegedly taking over $500,000 in merchandise from her Fargo employer. According to court records, an investigation was initiated when the owner of a business that sells collectible banknotes reported missing inventory valued at approximately $250,000. The bills were sold through trade shows and online… Continue reading Fargo Woman Charged with Theft of Over $500,000 in Merchandise
Gage Halverson Charged with Felony Domestic Assault by Strangulation
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Gage Michael Halverson, 19, of Lake Park, has been charged in Becker County District Court with one count of felony domestic assault by strangulation. According to court records, on October 5 at approximately 2 a.m., a deputy responded to a residence in Detroit Lakes regarding an incident of domestic assault. The… Continue reading Gage Halverson Charged with Felony Domestic Assault by Strangulation
Andrew James Varno: A Case of Felony Theft in Detroit Lakes
Andrew James Varno, 26, of Detroit Lakes, has been charged with felony theft in Becker County District Court. According to court records, a residence in Burlington Township reported that copper had gone missing on February 8, 2024. The homeowner stated she had left her home around 11 p.m., and when she returned at 3:30 a.m.,… Continue reading Andrew James Varno: A Case of Felony Theft in Detroit Lakes
Sexual Predator Caught: Matthew McCarty’s Year-Long Online Abuse of Minors Exposed
CAVALIER COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — Matthew Alyn McCarty, a 34-year-old man from Hillsboro, Kansas, is being held on a $50,000 bond for his alleged involvement in online sexual contact with minors over a period of several years. According to an affidavit filed in the case, McCarty used various methods to persuade and coerce young girls… Continue reading Sexual Predator Caught: Matthew McCarty’s Year-Long Online Abuse of Minors Exposed
Oklee Man Faces 30 Years in Prison for Cocaine Sale
PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A man from Oklee, Minnesota, has been charged with first-degree sale of a controlled substance. Rodney Arlan Smith, 58, faces up to 30 years in prison if convicted. According to court documents, Smith was arrested in July after selling an ounce of cocaine to undercover Pennington County law enforcement for… Continue reading Oklee Man Faces 30 Years in Prison for Cocaine Sale
Fargo Activist Accused of Misappropriating $350,000 in Grant Funds: A Scandal Unfolds
FARGO (trfnews.i234.me) – Faith Dixon, a prominent Fargo activist involved with social justice issues and Black Lives Matter, has been arrested on felony charges related to misusing grant funds. The North Dakota Attorney General’s Office launched an investigation into the FAITH4HOPE Scholarship Fund, which received over $350,000 in grants from the state Department of Public… Continue reading Fargo Activist Accused of Misappropriating $350,000 in Grant Funds: A Scandal Unfolds
Justice Served: Man Accused of Brutal Grocery Clerk Murder Declared Fit for Trial
MINNEAPOLIS (trfnews.i234.me) – A dramatic turn in a high-profile case has seen Taylor Schultz, accused of brutally killing 66-year-old Robert Skafte at his workplace, declared fit to stand trial. Skafte, who worked as a clerk at Oak Grove Grocery in Minneapolis’ Loring Park neighborhood, was beaten and impaled with a golf club on December 6,… Continue reading Justice Served: Man Accused of Brutal Grocery Clerk Murder Declared Fit for Trial
Domestic Violence Nightmare: 32-Year-Old Man to Face Sentencing for Heinous Crimes Against Ex-Girlfriend
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Domestic Violence Nightmare: 32-Year-Old Man to Face Sentencing for Heinous Crimes Against Ex-Girlfriend A disturbing case of domestic violence has led to a North Dakota man facing sentencing on four charges. Alexander Mitchell Stewart, 32, pleaded guilty to three Class C felonies – domestic violence causing serious bodily injury, terrorizing,… Continue reading Domestic Violence Nightmare: 32-Year-Old Man to Face Sentencing for Heinous Crimes Against Ex-Girlfriend
Roseau Woman Accused of Selling Over 24 Grams of Meth to Undercover Officer
ROSEAU COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Tiffany Abrahamson, a 38-year-old resident of Roseau, has been charged with first-degree sale of at least 17 grams of methamphetamine within a 90-day period. In December, an undercover officer paid $550 in controlled buy funds to Abrahamson for approximately 24.99 grams of the illicit substance. The suspected meth was submitted… Continue reading Roseau Woman Accused of Selling Over 24 Grams of Meth to Undercover Officer
Tragedy Strikes Grand Forks: Man Charged in DUI Crash That Killed 6-Year-Old Girl
GRAND FORKS (trfnews.i234.me) – A devastating crash in Grand Forks, North Dakota has left a community reeling. Travis Dean Bell, 43, was charged with Class A felony criminal vehicular homicide and Class C felony criminal vehicular injury after allegedly driving under the influence and crashing into another vehicle. The tragic incident occurred on June 3… Continue reading Tragedy Strikes Grand Forks: Man Charged in DUI Crash That Killed 6-Year-Old Girl
Monster in Plain Sight: Minnesota Man Charged with Multiple Counts of Child Sex Abuse
MARSHALL COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 50-year-old man from Middle River, Minnesota has been charged with multiple counts of child sex abuse after two young girls came forward to report years of sexual assault. Calvin John Rybakowski was arrested on September 9 and is being held on a $250,000 cash or surety bond. He faces… Continue reading Monster in Plain Sight: Minnesota Man Charged with Multiple Counts of Child Sex Abuse
Betrayal of Trust: Minnesota Woman Accused of Stealing from Elderly Mother
MARSHALL COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A disturbing case of elder abuse has come to light in Strandquist, Minnesota, where a 69-year-old woman has been accused of financially exploiting her elderly mother. Peggy Ann Omdahl faces seven felony charges for allegedly stealing over $1.2 million from the vulnerable adult. According to an amended criminal complaint filed… Continue reading Betrayal of Trust: Minnesota Woman Accused of Stealing from Elderly Mother
Moorhead Man Charged with Felony Theft After $1,467 Walmart Heist in Detroit Lakes
Waldern Roger Lacroix, 49, of Moorhead, is facing felony theft charges in Becker County District Court after allegedly stealing $1,467 worth of merchandise from a Detroit Lakes Walmart on December 3, 2023. According to court records, Walmart surveillance footage captured Lacroix loading a cart with various items, including trail cameras, camping gear, knives, laundry pods,… Continue reading Moorhead Man Charged with Felony Theft After $1,467 Walmart Heist in Detroit Lakes
Minnesota Woman Faces Multiple Charges After Multi-State Vehicle Theft Spree
MARSHALL CO., MN (trfnews.i234.me) — A Stephen, Minnesota woman, Jordan Krolak, is facing multiple charges following a vehicle theft spree on September 15. According to the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office, Krolak stole a pickup after taking the keys directly from the owner’s hand. When deputies caught up to her on a gravel road, she fled,… Continue reading Minnesota Woman Faces Multiple Charges After Multi-State Vehicle Theft Spree
Minneapolis Man Charged After AK-47 Shooting in Apartment: Bullets Rip Through Building
MINNEAPOLIS — A Minneapolis man is facing multiple assault charges after allegedly opening fire with an AK-47 inside and outside his apartment building in the early hours of Saturday, September 7, 2024. The Hennepin County Attorney’s Office has charged 40-year-old Nathan Mellstrom Matz with three counts of assault with a dangerous weapon following the terrifying… Continue reading Minneapolis Man Charged After AK-47 Shooting in Apartment: Bullets Rip Through Building
Grand Forks Man Charged with Attempted Rape, Assault, and Restraint in Violent Domestic Incident
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Dhuuh Mohamed Hassan, 49, has been charged with attempted gross sexual imposition, felonious restraint, and aggravated assault following a violent domestic incident in Grand Forks on Sept. 18. The charges include a Class A felony, which carries a maximum sentence of 20 years. Police were called to an apartment complex… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Charged with Attempted Rape, Assault, and Restraint in Violent Domestic Incident
Ex-Ramsey County Medical Examiner Under Fire: Potential Wrongful Convictions in Seven Murder Cases
ST. PAUL, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — A Minnesota medical examiner accused of delivering false or misleading reports may have played a key role in sending innocent people to prison, according to a legal team reviewing seven murder cases. Dr. Michael McGee, who served as the Ramsey County medical examiner from 1985 to 2019, is now at… Continue reading Ex-Ramsey County Medical Examiner Under Fire: Potential Wrongful Convictions in Seven Murder Cases
Former Reeds Employee Accused of $40K Fraud Using Fake Gift Cards to Buy Guns, Yeti Gear
WALKER, Minn. — A former employee of Reeds Family Outdoor Outfitters in Walker has been charged with 26 felony counts for allegedly stealing more than $40,000 in merchandise over a two-year period using fraudulent gift cards. Kelsey Rutland, 38, of Lake George, is accused of adding funds to unused Reeds gift cards and using them… Continue reading Former Reeds Employee Accused of $40K Fraud Using Fake Gift Cards to Buy Guns, Yeti Gear
Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges After Allegedly Selling Over 130 Grams of Meth in Sting Operations
GRAND FORKS — A 61-year-old Grand Forks man, Robert Barrett Yahnke, is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly selling a total of 137.8 grams of methamphetamine to an undercover agent and a confidential informant across five separate occasions, according to an affidavit filed in the case. Yahnke is charged with two Class A felonies: delivery… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges After Allegedly Selling Over 130 Grams of Meth in Sting Operations
Former Mayo Clinic Doctor Faces Murder Trial for Allegedly Poisoning Wife: Defense Suggests Suicide or Alternate Perpetrator
ROCHESTER — Connor Bowman, a former Mayo Clinic doctor, is facing charges of first-degree premeditated murder and second-degree murder without intent for allegedly poisoning his wife, Betty Bowman, in 2023. Bowman’s defense team, led by attorney Michael Schatz, has filed a notice indicating they will argue that Bowman is not guilty and may present alternate… Continue reading Former Mayo Clinic Doctor Faces Murder Trial for Allegedly Poisoning Wife: Defense Suggests Suicide or Alternate Perpetrator
East Grand Forks Man Busted with Drugs Near Schools, Faces Felony Charges
POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – An East Grand Forks man is facing serious felony drug charges after being caught with oxycodone and methamphetamine within a prohibited zone near local schools, heightening the penalties he faces. Richard Franklin Jackson, 54, was arrested after authorities found 14 10mg oxycodone pills and a pipe containing meth residue at… Continue reading East Grand Forks Man Busted with Drugs Near Schools, Faces Felony Charges
Son of U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer Faces Trial for High-Speed Pursuit that Killed North Dakota Deputy—Plea Deal on the Horizon?
STANTON, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Ian Matthew Cramer, the 43-year-old son of U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer, is set to stand trial later this month in connection to a fatal high-speed chase that resulted in the death of Mercer County Deputy Paul Martin. Cramer, who faces a slew of felony charges, may be negotiating a plea deal, according… Continue reading Son of U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer Faces Trial for High-Speed Pursuit that Killed North Dakota Deputy—Plea Deal on the Horizon?
NDSU Football Player Arrested After Firing Gun Into House Following Teammate Altercation
FARGO — A heated altercation between two North Dakota State University (NDSU) football players turned dangerous when Jaiden Traydeon Pickett, 19, allegedly fired a gun into a Fargo house, nearly striking a resident inside, court documents reveal. Pickett, a redshirt freshman who played his first game for the Bison just hours earlier, now faces felony… Continue reading NDSU Football Player Arrested After Firing Gun Into House Following Teammate Altercation
Thief River Falls Man Pleads Not Guilty to Meth Sale Charges, Faces Up to 20 Years in Prison
POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – James Richard Shaugabay, a 33-year-old man from Thief River Falls, has pleaded not guilty to charges of third-degree felony sale of a controlled substance. Shaugabay waived his omnibus hearing on Thursday, August 29, and entered the plea. The charges stem from an incident in May when Shaugabay allegedly sold approximately… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Pleads Not Guilty to Meth Sale Charges, Faces Up to 20 Years in Prison
🚨 Virginia, MN Man Charged After Knife Attack and Puppy Abduction 🚨
VIRGINIA, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jordan Lee Raati, 32, of Virginia, Minnesota, is facing serious charges after allegedly attacking two people with a knife and abducting a puppy from a residence last week. The incident occurred around 1:15 a.m. on Wednesday near Third Street South in Virginia. A 51-year-old man sustained stab wounds to his chest… Continue reading 🚨 Virginia, MN Man Charged After Knife Attack and Puppy Abduction 🚨
Bismarck Man Released on Bond Launches Brutal Attack, Faces Attempted Murder Charges
BISMARCK, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Just four hours after being released on a domestic assault charge, Jeremy Krueger-Grinnell, 33, was arrested again, this time for a brutal assault that nearly turned deadly. On Thursday night, August 16, in Bismarck, Krueger-Grinnell allegedly strangled his girlfriend until she lost consciousness. When a 43-year-old neighbor intervened, Krueger-Grinnell responded with… Continue reading Bismarck Man Released on Bond Launches Brutal Attack, Faces Attempted Murder Charges
Grand Forks Man Busted with Nearly 15 Pounds of Meth Faces 20 Years in Prison
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man, Walter Dane Carlson, 60, is staring down a potential 20-year prison sentence after authorities discovered nearly 15 pounds of methamphetamine in his Belmont Road home. On Monday, August 12, the Grand Forks Narcotics Task Force, along with the Pine to Prairie Drug Task Force, executed a… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Busted with Nearly 15 Pounds of Meth Faces 20 Years in Prison
Court Orders Mental Evaluation for Grand Forks Man Accused of Cold-Blooded Barroom Murder
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a dramatic turn of events, Nicholas Jon Narveson, a 27-year-old Grand Forks man accused of a fatal shooting, has been ordered to undergo a psychological and criminal responsibility evaluation before his case can proceed. Narveson, who is being held on a $1 million bond, appeared in court on Monday,… Continue reading Court Orders Mental Evaluation for Grand Forks Man Accused of Cold-Blooded Barroom Murder
Detroit Lakes Teen Charged with Felony Assault After Brutal Hallway Attack
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Spencer George Eliasson, 19, of Detroit Lakes, has been charged with felony third-degree assault in Becker County District Court following a violent altercation on December 3, 2023. According to court records, police were dispatched to an apartment building in Detroit Lakes after a report of an assault. The victim, identified as… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Teen Charged with Felony Assault After Brutal Hallway Attack
Fargo Woman Charged After Stealing from Deceased Man, Failing to Report His Death
FARGO N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Terri Celeste Nesemeier, 26, is facing multiple charges after allegedly stealing from a man who collapsed and died in front of her at his Fargo apartment. Nesemeier is set to appear in Cass County District Court on Thursday, August 8, facing felony counts of credit card theft and preventing arrest, as… Continue reading Fargo Woman Charged After Stealing from Deceased Man, Failing to Report His Death
Grand Forks Woman Facing 20 Years in Prison, Pleads Not Guilty to Fentanyl Charges
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Danielle Caroline Hudson, 30, of Grand Forks, has waived her preliminary hearing scheduled for Monday, August 5, and entered a plea of not guilty to a Class A felony charge of possessing over 40 grams of fentanyl with intent to deliver. Hudson, who could face up to 20 years in… Continue reading Grand Forks Woman Facing 20 Years in Prison, Pleads Not Guilty to Fentanyl Charges
Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Drug Charges After Arrest in Polk County
POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Benjamin John Steinberger, 49, is facing three drug-related charges after a Polk County deputy found cocaine and methamphetamine inside his motorcycle. Steinberger has been charged with first-degree methamphetamine sales, second-degree cocaine possession, and misdemeanor fourth-degree driving while impaired by a controlled substance. On July 23, Steinberger was pulled over in… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Drug Charges After Arrest in Polk County
Barber Shop Dispute Leads to Shooting in Fargo
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Police are investigating a shooting at VIP Barber Shop and Salon in Fargo that left one man with an injury to his leg. Just before 7 p.m. last night, witnesses reported that two barbers got into an argument, resulting in one man shooting the other in the leg. The shooter, identified… Continue reading Barber Shop Dispute Leads to Shooting in Fargo
Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Drug Charges in Polk County
POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Ruben Silva, 32, from Grand Forks, waived his omnibus hearing on Thursday, August 1, and pleaded not guilty to felony second-degree sale of a controlled substance in a Polk County prohibited zone. Silva faces a potential maximum sentence of 25 years, although state sentencing guidelines suggest a range of four… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Drug Charges in Polk County
Red Lake County Man Charged with Child Torture After Video Surfaces
RED LAKE COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Brooks, Minnesota, man faces serious criminal charges after a disturbing video surfaced showing him brutally beating a 12-year-old child. Joseph Cole Wulfson, 34, is charged with felony child torture, gross misdemeanor malicious punishment of a child, and misdemeanor domestic assault. The felony child torture charge carries a potential… Continue reading Red Lake County Man Charged with Child Torture After Video Surfaces
Moorhead Man Accused of Killing Mother Waits Nearly a Year for Mental Health Treatment
MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Moorhead man accused of killing his mother has waited in jail for almost a year for treatment at a state mental health facility so his ability to stand trial can be restored. And he isn’t alone. On Sept. 13, Clay County Judge Tammy Merkins determined James Diawo Kollie, 26, was… Continue reading Moorhead Man Accused of Killing Mother Waits Nearly a Year for Mental Health Treatment
Detroit Lakes Woman Charged After Brandishing BB Gun at Taco John’s
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Amber Rose Greene, 44, of Detroit Lakes, faces multiple charges including felony terroristic threats, gross misdemeanor for carrying a BB gun in public, and misdemeanor fifth-degree assault. On July 25, Detroit Lakes police were called to Taco John’s where Greene was found with a BB gun that resembled a pistol. The… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Woman Charged After Brandishing BB Gun at Taco John’s
Predator Behind a Screen: Grand Forks Man Accused of Threatening 17-Year-Old with Sexually Explicit Messages and a Gun
HILLSBORO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Jay Dee Weigand, a 46-year-old man from Grand Forks, has been accused of sending sexually explicit messages to a 17-year-old girl on Facebook. The Traill County Sheriff’s Department launched an investigation in January after the girl’s mother reported the disturbing exchanges. According to court documents, Weigand asked the teenager to send… Continue reading Predator Behind a Screen: Grand Forks Man Accused of Threatening 17-Year-Old with Sexually Explicit Messages and a Gun
Fergus Falls Man Arrested for Firing Gun During Dispute with Delivery Driver
Fergus Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fergus Falls resident, Jeffrey Defries, 55, was arrested on Wednesday afternoon after allegedly firing a gun during a confrontation with a delivery driver, according to a news release from the Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office. The incident took place in Orwell Township, west of Fergus Falls. Authorities reported that the… Continue reading Fergus Falls Man Arrested for Firing Gun During Dispute with Delivery Driver
Grand Forks Woman Pleads Guilty to Lesser Charge in Attempted Murder Case
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks woman, initially accused of attempted murder for strangling her mother with a purse strap, has pleaded guilty to a lesser charge of domestic violence causing serious bodily injury. Plea and Sentencing Brianna Lynn Thomas, 20, pleaded guilty to the Class C felony on June 18. She was… Continue reading Grand Forks Woman Pleads Guilty to Lesser Charge in Attempted Murder Case
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
🚨 Major Drug Trafficking Ring Uncovered: Fidel Arenas-Torres Faces New Charges
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
Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Charges from Basketball Court Shooting
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
Audubon Man Faces Felony Charges After Profane Outburst
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Repeat Offender Faces New Charges: Fosston Woman in Court for Major Drug Bust
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
Grand Forks Woman Accused of Strangling Mother with Purse Strap Pleads Not Guilty
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
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.
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.
Minnesota Woman Accused of Child Torture Seeks Extension as Attorney General Takes Over Prosecution
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
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
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
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
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
Alleged Murder Suspect in Thief River Falls Claims Act was for Public Safety
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