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UPDATE: Legal Action Against Red Lake Mother Accused of Killing 2 Sons Postponed

DULUTH, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Court proceedings against Jennifer Stately of Red Lake, Minnesota are on hold. She’s charged with murdering 2 of her sons. The latest court filings show a psychiatric evaluation of Statley won’t be completed until late October at the earliest.

EXCLUSIVE: Mother Mourns Daughter’s Death, Fiancé Accused of Murder

EXCLUSIVE: Mother Grieves Daughter's Death, Fiance Charged With Murder ST. HILAIRE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A mother in Tennessee is grieving the overdose death of her daughter in St. Hilaire, Minnesota as her daughter’s fiance is now charged with Murder.

Man Accused of Threatening to Commit Shooting at Grand Forks Bar

Man Allegedly Threatened To Shoot Up Grand Forks Bar GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Terrell Cooks of Grand Forks is facing a felony charge, after allegedly threatening to shoot up a Grand Forks bar Saturday night.

Trio from Thief River Falls Accused of Vandalizing Home

Thief River Falls Trio Charged With Trashing House POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A trio from Thief River Falls, Minnesota is charged with breaking into a house in rural Polk County, Minnesota and trashing it.

Oklee Man Faces 30 Years in Prison for Cocaine Sale

Rodney Arlan Smith

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

Faith Dixon

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

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

Alexander Mitchell Stewart

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

Woman Accused of Threatening Boyfriend with Knife to His Neck

Woman Charged With Holding Knife Against Boyfriend's Neck GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks woman is facing criminal charges, after allegedly holding a knife against her boyfriend’s neck.

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

Travis Dean Bell

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

Calvin John Rybakowski

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

Peggy Ann Omdahl

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

Fargo Resident Accused of Serious Sexual Misconduct

Fargo Man Charged With Gross Sexual Imposition FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Fargo man has been charged with Gross Sexual Imposition. Garrett Wade Byrd allegedly sexually assaulted a woman at a Fargo apartment.

Deputy Accused of Sexual Misconduct with Student Appears in Court

Deputy Charged With Student Sex Appears In Court BAGLEY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Clearwater County Deputy charged with having sex with a student, while working as a Bagley School Resource Officer made his first court appearance Friday. Neil Dolan is now being held in the Beltrami County Jail, according to the BCA.

Fertile, MN Man Accused of Stealing Tools and Assaulting Ex-Wife

Fertile, MN Man Allegedly Stole Tools & Assaulted Ex-Wife MENTOR, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Fertile, Minnesota man is facing criminal charges, after allegedly stealing tools from his ex-wife’s residence and assaulting her.

Exclusive: Charges Dismissed for Former Polk County Mailman Accused of Bestiality

EXCLUSIVE: Beastiality Charge Against Former Polk County Mailman Dismissed CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A charge of Beastiality against a former Polk County, Minnesota man will be dismissed in a plea agreement.

Accused of Spitting in Nurse’s Face After Using Meth and Reporting Chest Pains

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

Man Accused of Stealing Kennel and Selling It for Scrap Metal

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

Fargo Siblings and Partner Accused of Heroin and Meth Trafficking

Fargo Sisters & A Boyfriend Charged With Trafficking Heroin And Meth FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Two Fargo sisters and a boyfriend are facing charges connected to trafficking heroin and meth.

Nightmare Returns: Ex-Boyfriend Accused Once More

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

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

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

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

Employee Accused of Misappropriating Funds from Grand Forks Payday Loans

Employee Allegedly Dipped Into Grand Forks Payday Loans GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A former employee of Payday Loans in Grand Forks is facing a string of felony charges for allegedly dipping into the cash.

Accused of Distributing Counterfeit Methamphetamine

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

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

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

EXCLUSIVE: Updates on Woman Accused of Fatally Shooting Boyfriend in YouTube Prank

EXCLUSIVE: New Developments In Case Of Woman Charged With Killing Boyfriend In Youtube Stunt NORMAN COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have the latest developments in the Manslaughter case against Monalisa Perez. She’s the Halstad, Minnesota woman charged with shooting to death her boyfriend, Pedro Ruiz in a a youtube stunt gone wrong.

Bemidji Man Accused of Strangling Woman Using Her Sweatshirt

Bemidji Man Charged With Strangling Woman With Her Sweatshirt BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Bemidji man is charged with strangling a woman with her own sweatshirt.

Suspect Accused of Stabbing Door and Threatening Young People

Suspect Allegedly Stabbing Door, Threatening Juveniles DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Devils Lake, North Dakokta man is facing criminal charges, after allegedly stabbing a door and threatening juveniles.

Accused of Choking and Threatening to Kill Grand Forks Woman

Allegedly Choked & Threatened To Kill Grand Forks Woman GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing criminal charges, after allegedly choking a woman and threatening to kill her.

Accused of Coercing Girls to Send Explicit Photos

Allegedly Threatened Girls To Send Nude Photos DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Devils Lake, North Dakota man is facing a child porn charge, after allegedly threatening girls in Wisconsin to send him nude photos.

Devils Lake Duo Accused in Burger King Burglary

Devils Lake Pair Charged In Burger King Burglary DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Two Devils Lake men have been charged in connection to a burglary at a Devils Lake, North Dakota Burger King in November.

Suspect Previously Charged with Sexual Offenses in Hibbing, Now Accused in Stephen, MN Kidnapping Incident

Suspect Was Facing Sex Charges In Hibbing, Before Alleged Kidnapping Incident In Stephen, MN STEPHEN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have new details regarding what the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department called a possible kidnapping in Stephen, Minnesota. Court documents says the suspect, Julio Clauson already faced sex charges in Hibbing.

UPDATE: Woman Accused of Killing Boyfriend in YouTube Stunt Freed from Jail

UPDATE: Woman Charged With Killing Boyfriend In Youtube Stunt Released from Jail NORMAN COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Monalisa Perez made her initial court appearance Wednesday afternoon. She’s charged with Manslaughter in the shooting death of her boyfriend. She posted bail Wednesday afternoon and is out of jail.

Crookston City Worker Accused of Theft

Crookston City Employee Charged With Theft CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The former human resources coordinator for the City of Crookston, Minnesota has been charged with 4 felony counts of Theft, after more than $4,300 went missing.

Detroit Trio Accused of Trafficking Pain Pills in Devils Lake

Detroit Trio Charged With Trafficking Pain Pills In Devils Lake DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A trio of men from Detroit and the surrounding area have been charged with trafficking pain pills in Devils Lake, North Dakota.

Inmate Accused of Spitting Faces Additional Charge in Grand Forks Jail

Alleged Spitting Inmate Faces Another Charge In Grand Forks Jail GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) An inmate being held at the Grand Forks County jail is now facing another felony charge.

Woman Accused as Accomplice in Gruesome North Dakota Murder

Woman Charged As Accomplice In Brutal North Dakota Murder EDDY COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A 38-year old woman who is a former resident of Warwick, North Dakota has been charged as an accomplice in a brutal murder.

Breaking News: North Dakota School Counselor Accused of Sexual Misconduct with Students Appears in Court

BREAKING NEWS: ND School Counselor Facing Sex Related Charges With Students Appears in Court LAKOTA, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Brendon Parsley a school counselor made his initial court appearance in Nelson County Court in Lakota, North Dakota Friday morning.

Accused of Punching Child for Dropping Cell Phone

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

BREAKING NEWS: Sentencing Delayed for Anders Odegaard, Accused of Murdering His Wife

BREAKING NEWS: Sentencing For Anders Odegaard On Hold! Charged With Murdering Wife WARREN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A judge has rejected a plea deal in the sentencing of Anders Odegaard of Warren, Minnesota. He’s charged with beating to death his wife in front of their children in August of 2022.

Fargo Duo Accused of Drug Trafficking in Grand Forks County

Fargo Pair Charged With Drug Trafficking In Grand Forks County GRAND FORKS COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A man and woman from Fargo are facing drug trafficking charges in Grand Forks County, North Dakota.

Man Accused of Punching Pregnant Woman During Bemidji Chase

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Bemidji, Minnesota man is facing a string of criminal charges, after allegedly punching a pregnant woman in the stomach multiple times during a high speed pursuit.

URGENT UPDATE: Red Lake Falls Woman Accused of Infanticide

BREAKING NEWS: Red Lake Falls Woman Charged With Murdering Baby RED LAKE FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Red Lake Falls, Minnesota woman, who was caring for a 2-month old baby girl has been charged with 2nd Degree Murder. The child’s biological mother is in prison.

Minnesota Woman Faces Multiple Charges After Multi-State Vehicle Theft Spree

Jordan Krolak

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

Grand Forks Woman Accused of Making Death Threats in Moorhead

Grand Forks Woman Charged With Threatening To Kill In Moorhead MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks woman has been charged with threatening to kill another woman with a knife in Moorhead.

Grand Forks Waitress Accused of Stealing Customer’s Card Information for Shopping

Grand Forks Waitress Allegedly Steals Customer's Card Info To Shop GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks waitress is facing a felony charge for allegedly using a customer’s card info to do some online shopping.

GRAND FORKS JAIL: Inmate Accused of Concealing Marijuana in His Rectum

GRAND FORKS JAIL: Allegedly Hid Marijuana In His Colon GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Florida man picked up for Driving Under Suspension near Grand Forks is now facing a felony charge for allegedly hiding marijuana in his colon.

Idaho Man Accused of Raping Woman Near Bemidji Bar

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

Three individuals accused in fatal stabbing in Bemidji

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

BREAKING NEWS: Woman Accused of Brandishing Gun in Grand Forks Road Rage Confrontation

BREAKING NEWS: Woman Allegedly Threatens Another Driver With Gun In Grand Forks Road Rage Incident GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A woman is in jail on this Saturday night facing a Terrorizing charge, after allegedly threatening another driver with a gun on Saturday during a road rage incident.

Details: Odegaard Accused of Murder in Ex-Wife’s Beating Death, Their 5 Children Witnessed Incident

DETAILS: Odegaard Charged With Murder In Beating Death Of Ex-Wife, Their 5 Children Were At Scene WARREN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Anders Odegaard of Warren, Minnesota has been charged with 2nd Degree Murder in the beating …

Duo Accused of Committing Crime in Presence of FBI Agents

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

Charges: Grand Forks Man Accused of Trying to Involve 12-Year-Old in Illegal Activity

Charges: Grand Forks Suspect Tried To Recruit 12-Year Old For Threesome! GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing a string of criminal sex charges involving 2 juveniles, after allegedly trying to recruit a 12-year old for a threesome.

Four Individuals Accused of Fentanyl Trafficking in Fargo-Moorhead

Four Charged With Fentanyl Trafficking Across Fargo-Moorhead MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Four men have been charged with distributing Fentanyl in the Fargo-Moorhead area. The charges filed in Clay County Court in Moorhead, Minnesota, following a months long investigation.

Accused of Violating Protection Order in Grand Forks Court

Charged With Violation Of Protection Order In Grand Forks Court GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A man has been charged with Criminal Trespass and Violation of a Protection Order in Grand Forks District Court.

Accused in Series of Grain Elevator Heists

Charged In String Of Grain Elevator Burglaries BARNESVILLE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Hankinson, North Dakota man has been charged with burglarizing a grain elevator in Barnesville, Minnesota and admitted to other burglaries around the area.

Father Accused of Daughter’s Murder in Northeast North Dakota

Father Charged With Murdering Daughter In Northeast North Dakota WALSH COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A 65-year old Walsh County, North Dakota man has been charged with shooting to death his daughter. We have all the latest details from the criminal complaint that says Steven Aune shot his daughter (labeled as Jane Doe in document). * Correction:… Continue reading Father Accused of Daughter’s Murder in Northeast North Dakota

Duo Accused of Violent Threats and Other Charges

Pair Charged With Threats Of Violence & More WARROAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Two men from Warroad, Minnesota are each facing a felony Threats of Violence charge and more, following a traffic stop near that town.

Pair from Grand Forks Accused

Grand Forks Pair Charged GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A pair from Grand Forks are facing criminal charges, after an officer reported seeing James Baker allegedly stealing tires from a local car dealership.

EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: Grand Forks Arrest of Attempted Murder Suspect Accused of Trying to Kill Mother

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

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

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

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

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

Full Report: Bagley School Resource Officer Accused of Sexual Misconduct with Student

COMPLETE DETAILS: Bagley School Resource Officer Charged With Student Sex BAGLEY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Clearwater County Deputy, who was working as a Resource Officer at Bagley High School has been charged with 2 counts of Criminal Sexual Conduct. According to court documents, Clearwater County Deputy, Neil Dolan had sex with a student at the school.

Baudette Woman Accused of Embezzling Thousands from Resort Owner

Baudette Woman Allegedly Stole Thousands Of Dollars From Resort Owner BAUDETTE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Baudette, Minnesota woman has been charged with stealing thousands of dollars from a resort owner.

Accused Bold Potato Chip Thief Strikes in Grand Forks

Alleged, Brazen, Potato Chip Bandit In Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing criminal charges, after allegedly stealing a bag of potato chips from a vehicle inside a Grand Forks homeowners garage.

Grand Forks Sex Offender Accused of Engaging in Explicit Facebook Chats with Local Women

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

Thief River Falls Resident Accused of Assaulting Relative

Thief River Falls Man Charged With Assaulting Family Member THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Thief River Falls, Minnesota man has been charged with assaulting a family member.

Ex-Probation Officer Accused of Jailhouse Romance

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

Arizona Tragedy: North Dakota Family Found Murdered, Son Accused

North Dakota Family Murdered In Arizona, Son Is Suspect CASA GRANDE, AZ (trfnews.i234.me) A North Dakota family who moved to Arizona a couple of years ago were found murdered in their home south of Phoenix on Sunday. Their son has been named as the suspect.

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

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

Grand Forks Resident Accused of Sexual Assault at Military Air Base

Grand Forks Man Charged With Rape At Air Base GRAND FORKS AIR FORCE BASE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man has been charged with rape at the Grand Forks Air Force Base.

Minneapolis Man Charged After AK-47 Shooting in Apartment: Bullets Rip Through Building

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

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

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

Connor Bowman

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?

Ian Matthew Cramer

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

Jaiden Traydeon Pickett

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

James Richard Shaugabay

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 🚨

Jordan Lee Raati

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

Jeremy Krueger-Grinnell

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

Man Accused of Climbing Through Window and Assaulting Woman in Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing criminal charges, after allegedly crawling through the window of a Grand Forks woman’s residence and attacking her.

Court Orders Mental Evaluation for Grand Forks Man Accused of Cold-Blooded Barroom Murder

Nicholas Jon Narveson

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

Terri Celeste Nesemeier

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

Danielle Caroline Hudson

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

Benjamin John Steinberger

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

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

Ruben Silva

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

Joseph Cole Wulfson

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

James Diawo Kollie

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

Amber Rose Greene

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

Jay Dee Weigand

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

Jeffrey Defries

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

Brianna Lynn Thomas

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

Fidel Arenas-Torres

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

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

Allen Little

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

Audubon Man Faces Felony Charges After Profane Outburst

James William Varno

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

Woman Committed to State Hospital for Attempted Murder with Sewing Shears

Sabrina Kraus

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

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

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

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

Scott Beane

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

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

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

Accused New Mexico Man Facing Charges in Dilworth for Alleged Attempted Murder

DILWORTH, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A man from New Mexico is facing a string of criminal charges, after trying to steal vehicles and threatening people with a knife in Dilworth, Minnesota late Wednesday afternoon.

Redding Man Charged with Assault After Wild Night in Detroit Lakes

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

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

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

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

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

Nichole Erin Rice

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

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

Randall Dale Duffy

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

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

Jeremy Aaron Tostrup

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

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

Randall Dale Duffy

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

Crookston Man Faces Court for Eight Felony Drug Charges

Aladdin Da'jion Bankhead

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

Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Charges After Dramatic Police Chase

Raymond L. Graham Jr.

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

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

James Richard Shaugabay

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

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

Michelle Jean Laird

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

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

Brianna Lynn Thomas

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

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

Barrett Prody

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

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

Danielle Caroline Hudson

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

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

Jorden Nicole Borders

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

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

Matthew Richard Adamson

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

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

Ilia Grigory Basargin

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

Five Convicted of Child Abuse on Red Lake Indian Reservation

Five Convicted of Child Abuse on Red Lake Indian Reservation

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

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

Tyson Horton

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

Daycare Provider in Bemidji Accused of 3 Counts of Child Neglect

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Bemidji daycare provider has been charged with Child Neglect. Three counts of felony level, Neglect of a Child have been filed against 33-year old Samantha Ann Matthees of Bemidji, Minesota.

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

Jorge Luis Benitez-Estremera

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

Charges Dropped Against Suspect Accused of Raping 11-Year-Old Bemidji Girl; 11 Others Cleared of Wrongdoing

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A sexual assault charge against Oscar Luna in Bemidji, Minnesota has been dropped, after an 11-year old girl was raped in that town last September. Eleven other men detained at the time have also been cleared. County Attorney, David Hanson explains what happened.