Hazardous Conditions on I-94: Multiple Crashes and Vehicles in Ditch Between Fergus Falls and Alexandria

ALEXANDRIA, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – At 8:45 a.m. this Sunday morning, travelers are urged to exercise caution as reports flood in of treacherous conditions along Interstate 94, stretching from Fergus Falls to Alexandria, Minnesota. Numerous crashes have been recorded, with vehicles skidding off the road and into ditches amidst slippery conditions. According to live traffic cameras,… Continue reading Hazardous Conditions on I-94: Multiple Crashes and Vehicles in Ditch Between Fergus Falls and Alexandria

Ottertail Man Faces Additional Charges, Including Child Porn Possession, in Restroom Camera Case

ALEXANDRIA, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jason John Robert Eastwood, 48, the Ottertail man previously charged with installing a pinhole camera in a women’s restroom at a business in Alexandria, now confronts heightened legal repercussions. Additional charges have been brought against him, including one count of felony possession of pornographic work involving minors and four counts of… Continue reading Ottertail Man Faces Additional Charges, Including Child Porn Possession, in Restroom Camera Case

Arrest Made in Alexandria Murder Case

Angel Rua-Torres

ALEXANDRIA, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Scott Ken of the Alexandria Police Department provided an update on the murder investigation regarding Desiree Frederick’s death on November 24, 2023. Angel Torres has been arrested in connection with the case, thanks to the collaborative efforts of the Alexandria Police Department, the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, and the North Dakota Bureau… Continue reading Arrest Made in Alexandria Murder Case

Elderly Man Arrested for Niece’s Stabbing Death in Alexandria

Angel Rua-Torres

ALEXANDRIA, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a significant development, 78-year-old Angel Rua-Torres was apprehended at the very scene where a fatal stabbing occurred last November in Alexandria, Minnesota. Arrest and Charges: Rua-Torres was taken into custody by local law enforcement following the stabbing death of 58-year-old Desiree Frederick, his niece. The Douglas County Attorney’s Office has… Continue reading Elderly Man Arrested for Niece’s Stabbing Death in Alexandria

Breakthrough Arrest: Suspect Apprehended in Alexandria Murder Case

ALEXANDRIA, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a significant development, the Alexandria Police Department, led by Chief Scott Ken, announced a breakthrough in the murder case of Desiree Frederick, which occurred last fall. The apprehension of a suspect marks a crucial step forward in the investigation. Arrest Made: After meticulous collaboration between the Alexandria Police Department, the… Continue reading Breakthrough Arrest: Suspect Apprehended in Alexandria Murder Case

Grass Fire Engulfs Rural Home near Alexandria, Prompting Rapid Response

DOUGLAS CO., Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – A devastating grass fire engulfed a residence in rural Brandon Township, situated approximately 10 miles northwest of Alexandria. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office received an urgent call reporting the rapidly spreading blaze from 81-year-old Diann Guenther just before noon. Responding swiftly, the Brandon Fire Department deployed teams to extinguish the fire.… Continue reading Grass Fire Engulfs Rural Home near Alexandria, Prompting Rapid Response

Alexandria Police Seek Assistance to Identify Burglary Suspect

ALEXANDRIA, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In an urgent appeal to the community, the Alexandria, Minnesota Police Department is requesting public assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a burglary incident. The event occurred on Christmas Eve at approximately 8:19 p.m. at Brothers Market, where officers were dispatched following a break-in report. Surveillance footage reviewed with the… Continue reading Alexandria Police Seek Assistance to Identify Burglary Suspect

Betrayal of Trust: Former Alexandria Police Chief Sentenced

Richard Wyffels

ALEXANDRIA, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Former Alexandria Police Chief Rick Wyffels faced the consequences of his actions in Douglas County District Court on Tuesday, Jan. 23, as Stearns County Judge Nathaniel Welte ordered him to pay $65,000 in restitution. The ruling comes after Wyffels was found guilty of misappropriating funds, leading to a significant breach of… Continue reading Betrayal of Trust: Former Alexandria Police Chief Sentenced

Search for Missing Waseca Woman, Alexandria Bricker

Alexandria Bricker

OTTER TAIL COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – The Otter Tail County authorities are seeking public assistance in locating 33-year-old Alexandria Bricker from Waseca, Minnesota, who has been missing since December 21st. Bricker was last seen on a trail camera near the Otter Tail River, south of Perham. Last Sighting: Alexandria Bricker’s last known location was captured… Continue reading Search for Missing Waseca Woman, Alexandria Bricker

Two-Vehicle Fire Reported on Interstate-94 Near Alexandria, Minnesota

DOUGLAS COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A significant incident occurred on Interstate 94 near Brandon, Minnesota, just west of Alexandria, involving a two-vehicle fire. The incident, reported around noon on Sunday, involved a pickup truck and a semi-truck, according to initial observations. As of now, it remains unclear whether the incident was solely a vehicle fire… Continue reading Two-Vehicle Fire Reported on Interstate-94 Near Alexandria, Minnesota