Greenbush Man TASERED After Alleged Strangulation of Relative — Marcus Brian Williamson Hit with Multiple Charges!

Marcus Brian Williamson

Greenbush, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — Marcus Brian Williamson, a resident of rural Greenbush, is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges after a violent domestic incident on April 4th. According to court documents, Williamson was acting erratically, screaming and yelling, when he allegedly choked a male relative during a dispute over vehicle keys and then grabbed and… Continue reading Greenbush Man TASERED After Alleged Strangulation of Relative — Marcus Brian Williamson Hit with Multiple Charges!

Detroit Lakes Man Charged After Alleged Strangulation and DWI Incident in Becker County

Michael James Brodsho

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

Beltrami County Woman, Tessa May, Arrested on DWI Charges After Alleged Impaired Driving Incident

Tessa May

BELTRAMI COUNTY, MN — Tessa May, a 5’06”, 130-pound woman with brown hair and eyes, was booked into the Beltrami County Jail on April 2, 2025, following her arrest for suspected impaired driving. According to jail records, May faces two gross misdemeanor charges: Case #25-005519• 169A.20.1(1) — Traffic – DWI – Operate Motor Vehicle Under… Continue reading Beltrami County Woman, Tessa May, Arrested on DWI Charges After Alleged Impaired Driving Incident

Wahpeton Pair Charged with Terrorizing after Alleged Gun Threat Captured on Video

WAHPETON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Two men from Wahpeton, North Dakota have each been charged with felony Terrorizing, after allegedly threatening a girl with a gun during a video call.

Man Arrested in Grand Forks for Alleged Violence: Viewer Discretion Advised

Apparent Violent Man Arrested In Grand Forks, GRAPHIC LANGUAGE! GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A man was taken into custody in Grand Forks on this Wednesday evening, after a caller told 9-1-1 he’d pushed a woman down and poured hot coffee on her. * WARNING! GRAPHIC LANGUAGE

Beltrami County Horror: BEMIDJI Man Charged After Alleged Drunken Rampage Turns Violent

Hunter Keegan Schoenborn

Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) — Chaos erupted in a BEMIDJI apartment on April 6th, when police responded to a disturbing report of a domestic assault in progress. The suspect? Hunter Keegan Schoenborn, who now faces a felony charge of domestic assault. According to court documents, the female victim told police that during an alcohol-fueled argument, Schoenborn slapped… Continue reading Beltrami County Horror: BEMIDJI Man Charged After Alleged Drunken Rampage Turns Violent

Moorhead Man Arrested After Alleged Knife Assault and Threats Against Police

Travis Ironbear

Moorhead (trfnews.i234.me) — A Moorhead man, Travis Early Ironbear, 19, is facing a series of serious charges following a violent incident that occurred on April 1, 2025. According to court documents, officers were dispatched to an apartment in Moorhead just before 11 p.m. after reports of an assault involving a knife. Upon arrival, a female… Continue reading Moorhead Man Arrested After Alleged Knife Assault and Threats Against Police

Details about the Alleged DUI Crash, Deemed Very Dangerous, to Be Released Later

Alleged, Very Dangerous DUI Crash, More Details Later GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We had an alleged, very dangerous DUI crash in Grand Forks Tuesday evening. We’ll have more details once formal charges are filed.

JACKSON TWP, Scott County — Pedestrian Fatally Struck on Hwy 169 After Alleged Alcohol Use

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, Scott County (trfnews.i234.me) — A tragic incident unfolded at 6:00 a.m. on March 28, 2025, when Firaol Abebe Merbratu (25) of Marshall, MN, was fatally struck by a 2011 Toyota RAV4 while standing in the left lane of southbound Highway 169 near Milepost 107. The vehicle, driven by Nicole Lee Rogers (45) of… Continue reading JACKSON TWP, Scott County — Pedestrian Fatally Struck on Hwy 169 After Alleged Alcohol Use

Fergus Falls Woman Charged with Felony Assault After Alleged Attack with Metal Bat

Tiffany Marie Rueckert

Fergus Falls (trfnews.i234.me)— Tiffany Marie Rueckert of Fergus Falls, Minnesota, has been charged with felony assault and two misdemeanor counts of domestic assault—specifically, domestic assault harm and domestic assault fear. According to court documents, on March 30, during an argument with a male victim, Rueckert allegedly ran at him with a metal bat, calling him… Continue reading Fergus Falls Woman Charged with Felony Assault After Alleged Attack with Metal Bat

UPDATE: Two Additional Men Arrested for Alleged Sexual Activity with 15-Year-Old Girl in Bemidji Area

UPDATE: 2 More Men Charged In Sex With 15-Year Old Girl Case In Bemidji Area BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Two more men have now now been charged in connection to allegedly having sex with a 15-year old girl in the Bemidji area. Three men have now been charged in the case that could involve nearly a… Continue reading UPDATE: Two Additional Men Arrested for Alleged Sexual Activity with 15-Year-Old Girl in Bemidji Area

WALCOTT TWP, Rice County — Owatonna Man Crashes on I-35 After Alleged Drunk Driving!

WALCOTT TOWNSHIP, Rice County (trfnews.i234.me) — A single-vehicle crash occurred on March 27, 2025, around 10:00 p.m., when a 2007 Kia Rondo struck a guardrail on southbound Interstate 35 near milepost 52. The driver, Owen Milo Thorn (21) of Owatonna, MN, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to Mayo Clinic Hospital in Owatonna. Authorities reported… Continue reading WALCOTT TWP, Rice County — Owatonna Man Crashes on I-35 After Alleged Drunk Driving!

“I’ll Kill You!” – Thief River Falls Man Arrested for Alleged Death Threat in Domestic Assault

Mitchum Troy Johnson

Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — On March 25 at 3:07 p.m., authorities responded to a report of a disturbance in the 1000 block of Knight Avenue North. Mitchum Troy Johnson, 59, of Thief River Falls, was cited for both disorderly conduct and domestic assault. According to the police report, Johnson allegedly threatened to kill a… Continue reading “I’ll Kill You!” – Thief River Falls Man Arrested for Alleged Death Threat in Domestic Assault

Fargo Woman Faces Felony Charges After Alleged Assault and Spitting Incident

Lorena M. Contreras

Fargo (trfnews.i234.me)—​Lorena M. Contreras of Fargo has been charged with felony contact by bodily fluids against law enforcement and misdemeanors of preventing arrest and domestic violence. According to court documents, on March 29th, she admitted to striking a male during an argument and then told police to leave the apartment. She then allegedly struggled and… Continue reading Fargo Woman Faces Felony Charges After Alleged Assault and Spitting Incident

Clay County — Man Arrested After Alleged Domestic Assault, Giving False Name, and Blocking 911 Call

Terrence Lee Ross

Clay County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Clay County man is in serious legal trouble after being arrested on multiple charges this week. Terrence Lee Ross, 30, was taken into custody by the Moorhead Police Department on March 24, 2025, at 2:01 p.m. His charges are alarming: Domestic Assault – Subsequent Violation Providing False Name to Police… Continue reading Clay County — Man Arrested After Alleged Domestic Assault, Giving False Name, and Blocking 911 Call

Grafton: Local Man Charged with Felony Assault After Alleged Neighbor Attack

Carlos Alberto Delgado Jr.

Grafton (trfnews.i234.me)—​In a startling incident this week, Carlos Alberto Delgado Jr., a resident of Grafton County, has been charged with felony aggravated assault following an alleged attack on his neighbor. According to court documents, police responded to a call on Noben Avenue on Thursday regarding a threatened altercation. The male victim reported that Delgado had… Continue reading Grafton: Local Man Charged with Felony Assault After Alleged Neighbor Attack

SWAT Apprehends Woman in Connection with Alleged Shooting Incident in Portland, ND

SWAT Takes Woman Into Custody In Apparent Portland, ND Shooting Incident PORTLAND, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The Grand Forks SWAT Team took a woman into custody early Saturday morning, following an apparent shooting incident in Portland, North Dakota.

Alleged Stolen Vehicle Crashes Through Garage Door

Allegedly Crashed Stolen Vehicle Through Garage Door GRYGLA, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Warroad, Minnesota woman is facing criminal charges, after allegedly making her getaway by driving a stolen vehicle through a garage door and over a lawnmower.

Alleged Drug Trafficker Faces New Charges for Retrieving Seized Truck from Grand Forks Impound Lot

Alleged Drug Trafficker Now Charged With Taking His Seized Truck From Grand Forks Impound Lot GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Minneapolis man, who was charged with drug trafficking in Grand Forks last March, is now …

Alleged Meth-Fueled Christmas Season with Children Present in the Home

Alleged Meth Fueled Christmas Season With Children In The Home BOTTINEAU, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Bottineau, North Dakota couple who was already on probation are facing a new felony charge of child neglect.

BECKER COUNTY: Domestic Violence Horror—Detroit Lakes Man Charged After Alleged Strangulation

Michael James Brodsho

BECKER COUNTY (trfnews.i234.me) — On March 22nd, police in White Earth responded to a Becker County residence after receiving an interrupted 911 call that turned into a serious domestic violence investigation. According to court records, Michael James Brodsho of Detroit Lakes had already left the scene when authorities arrived. The female victim reported that Brodsho… Continue reading BECKER COUNTY: Domestic Violence Horror—Detroit Lakes Man Charged After Alleged Strangulation

Ramsey County SHOCKER: Evicted Man Sets Apartment Ablaze in Alleged Revenge Arson!

Thaddeus Kurran Mitchell

Ramsey County (trfnews.i234.me) — A 27-year-old man is facing felony first-degree arson charges after allegedly setting his Saint Paul apartment on fire just hours after receiving an eviction notice. The blaze broke out around 5:18 p.m. on March 20 at a multi-unit residence on Victoria Street. When emergency crews arrived, one apartment was fully engulfed… Continue reading Ramsey County SHOCKER: Evicted Man Sets Apartment Ablaze in Alleged Revenge Arson!

Minnesota Man Faces Federal Charges for Alleged Online Abuse and Sexual Assault of Teenager

Michael Bruce Gillis

In a shocking case from Mounds View, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me), 35-year-old Michael Bruce Gillis faces federal charges after allegedly using a fake identity to chat with a teenager online and subsequently sexually assaulting him. The investigation began when family members found recent conversations between the teen and “Nick Miller,” who identified himself as being interested in… Continue reading Minnesota Man Faces Federal Charges for Alleged Online Abuse and Sexual Assault of Teenager

Grand Forks Man Wanted Nationwide for Alleged Sexual Assault in Detroit Lakes

Detroit Lakes (trfnews.i234.me) — Eric Cervantes, 29, of Grand Forks, has been charged in Becker County District Court with two counts of felony third-degree criminal sexual conduct. According to court documents, on July 8, 2024, Detroit Lakes police responded to a sexual assault report at the Lakes Crisis and Resource Center. The victim stated she… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Wanted Nationwide for Alleged Sexual Assault in Detroit Lakes

St. Michael Man Charged with Felony Terrorizing After Alleged Knife and Gun Threat in Devils Lake

Addison Greyhorn

Devils Lake, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — Addison Greyhorn of St. Michael, North Dakota, has been arrested and is facing criminal charges after a domestic violence incident on March 18th, according to court documents. The victim told officers that Greyhorn allegedly grabbed her by the neck and threw her into a sliding patio door during a heated… Continue reading St. Michael Man Charged with Felony Terrorizing After Alleged Knife and Gun Threat in Devils Lake

Alleged Grand Forks Drug Dealer Returns to Custody

Alleged, Grand Forks Drug Dealer Back In Custody GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) An alleged, Grand Forks drug dealer is back in custody, after being charged with bail jumping. Johnathan Hornbaker is facing a string of felony charges related to drug dealing.

Alleged Scheme to Smuggle Drugs into Grand Forks Jail Uncovered

FOILED: Alleged Plan To Smuggle Drugs Into Grand Forks Jail GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The Grand Forks Narcotics Task Force has foiled an alleged plan to smuggle drugs into the Grand Forks County jail. One woman has been charged. Charges are pending against a second person.

Charges of Terrorizing and Alleged Gang Connections

Terrorizing Charge, Gang Ties? BELTRAMI COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A woman is facing criminal charges for allegedly threatening to kill 2 people north of Cass Lake, Minnesota. One of the victim’s stated they were worried for their safety because they believed the suspect is tied to local gangs.

Fergus Falls, MN: Woman Arrested After Alleged Gun Threat Against Son & Girlfriend!

Tammy N. Hendershot

Fergus Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — Woman Arrested After Alleged Gun Threat! Tammy N. Hendershot of rural Fergus Falls, Minnesota, is now facing serious criminal charges after a disturbing altercation involving her son and his girlfriend. According to court documents, on March 9th, a deputy responded to a domestic disturbance at Hendershot’s residence. The son and… Continue reading Fergus Falls, MN: Woman Arrested After Alleged Gun Threat Against Son & Girlfriend!

Grand Forks County Scandal: Fired Female Cop Exposes Alleged Corruption, Stalking & Retaliation!

Carrie Sell

Grand Forks County (trfnews.i234.me) — Former Police Officer Drops Bombshell Lawsuit Alleging Stalking, Corruption & Retaliation! A lawsuit shaking the Grand Forks Police Department to its core has just been filed by Carrie Sell, a former officer who claims she was wrongfully fired after reporting disturbing misconduct by fellow officer Benjamin Wiebolt—her alleged stalker. Sell,… Continue reading Grand Forks County Scandal: Fired Female Cop Exposes Alleged Corruption, Stalking & Retaliation!

Minnesota Man from Aitkin Arrested for Alleged Solicitation of Minors, Police Report

AITKIN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Aitkin, Minnesota police say a man from that town was arrested to for alleged solicitation of minors.

Grand Forks County Man Charged After Alleged Drunken Assault – Shocking Details!

Thomas James Buckles

Grand Forks County (trfnews.i234.me) — Allegations of a brutal domestic assault have rocked Grand Forks County as Thomas James Buckles faces serious felony charges following a terrifying incident on March 10th. According to court documents, Buckles allegedly came home intoxicated and turned violent. When the female victim attempted to call 911, he reportedly slapped her,… Continue reading Grand Forks County Man Charged After Alleged Drunken Assault – Shocking Details!

Minnesota Woman Charged with Felony Domestic Assault After Alleged Attack

Cassandra Burmayer

Leaport, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — A rural Minnesota woman, Cassandra Burmayer, is now facing serious criminal charges after allegedly assaulting a male family member on February 28th. 📜 According to court documents: Burmayer grabbed the victim’s scooter and pulled him backward. The victim also reported that she knocked him off the scooter in a previous incident. During… Continue reading Minnesota Woman Charged with Felony Domestic Assault After Alleged Attack

Spirit Lake County Horror: Triple Homicide Shocks Community

Spirit Lake County Horror: Triple Homicide Shocks Community

St. Michael (trfnews.i234.me) — Spirit Lake County, ND Grieves After Brutal Triple Homicide A horrifying scene unfolded in Spirit Lake County early Tuesday morning, March 4, as three members of the Spirit Lake Tribe were gunned down in a shocking act of violence in St. Michael. The Bureau of Indian Affairs alerted the tribe at… Continue reading Spirit Lake County Horror: Triple Homicide Shocks Community

Shocking Revelation: Maville Man Charged with 10 Felonies in Alleged Sexual Assault Case Involving Teen Victims

Isaac Edward Bennett

In a shocking turn of events in Maville, North Dakota, Isaac Edward Bennett is facing 10 felony charges for alleged sexual assault involving teenage victims between the ages of 15 and 17. According to court documents obtained by TRF News, the case was reported in September of 2024. The minor female victim had written diaries… Continue reading Shocking Revelation: Maville Man Charged with 10 Felonies in Alleged Sexual Assault Case Involving Teen Victims

UPDATE: Alleged Drunk Driver in Bagley Crash Tested at Three Times Legal Alcohol Limit, Causing Injuries

UPDATE: Drunk Driver Was Allegedly 3 Times Legal Limit In Bagley, Injury Crash BAGLEY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The man charged in an injury, drunk driving case in Bagley made his First Court Appearance. David Nelson is charged with being over 3 tiimes the legal limit when he crashed into 2 other vehicles, injuring 2 people.

DISTURBING: Grand Forks Woman Charged After Alleged Domestic Violence & Child Neglect

Melissa B. Hilliard

Grand Forks, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) – A horrifying domestic violence and child neglect case has surfaced in Grand Forks, where Melissa B. Hilliard now faces felony and misdemeanor charges following a police investigation. 🚔 According to court documents, officers responded to a domestic violence call Sunday night and discovered a brutal scene inside the apartment.… Continue reading DISTURBING: Grand Forks Woman Charged After Alleged Domestic Violence & Child Neglect

HENNEPIN COUNTY: Dating App Trap Leads to Cold-Blooded Murder – Suspects Still on the Run!

Vernon Sirhyde Archie, 28, and Megan Renee Karjala, 25

HENNEPIN COUNTY (trfnews.i234.me) — A disturbing case of deception and murder has rocked Minneapolis, where a man was gunned down after being lured to his death through a dating app. The suspects, Vernon Sirhyde Archie, 28, and Megan Renee Karjala, 25, are still at large, facing second-degree murder charges. THE DEADLY SETUP On May 17,… Continue reading HENNEPIN COUNTY: Dating App Trap Leads to Cold-Blooded Murder – Suspects Still on the Run!

Suspected Murderous Couple in Minneapolis

MINNEAPOLIS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A couple in Minneapolis now charged in a May 2024 murder in the town. She allegedly lured the victim on a dating app. Then victim was then shot and killed, and his vehicle was stolen.

Charges Against Andre Wagner of Grand Forks Dismissed in Alleged “Christmas Week from Hell” Case

GRAND FORKS, ND – All charges against Andre Wagner of Grand Forks have been dismissed, clearing him of any wrongdoing after he was accused of making threatening statements during what was described as a “Christmas week from Hell.” Wagner had originally faced: Felony terrorizing charges Misdemeanor harassment charges The criminal complaint was based on allegations… Continue reading Charges Against Andre Wagner of Grand Forks Dismissed in Alleged “Christmas Week from Hell” Case

Moorhead Man, Peter K. Mayuot, Charged with Felony Sexual Assault After Alleged Attack

Peter K. Mayuot

Moorhead, Minnesota – Peter K. Mayuot has been formally charged with two felony counts of criminal sexual conduct after an alleged sexual assault against a vulnerable adult on February 19, 2025. Incident Details: According to the statement of probable cause: Law enforcement responded to a report of sexual assault in the early morning hours. The… Continue reading Moorhead Man, Peter K. Mayuot, Charged with Felony Sexual Assault After Alleged Attack

Griggs County Man Charged with Domestic Terrorism for Alleged Cyanide Plot in Binford, North Dakota

Matthew Mark Bakke

Binford, North Dakota – A Griggs County man has been charged with felony domestic terrorism after allegedly planning to poison the water supply in Binford, North Dakota, with cyanide, according to court documents. Case Details: Authorities received a tip from a witness stating that Matthew Mark Bakke, of Binford, ND, claimed he had cyanide and… Continue reading Griggs County Man Charged with Domestic Terrorism for Alleged Cyanide Plot in Binford, North Dakota

Grand Forks Teen Charged as Adult for Alleged Rape of 12-Year-Old at House Party

In Grand Forks, North Dakota, 18-year-old Jayden Allen Perales is now facing serious charges as an adult for a disturbing incident that took place in June of last year when he was just 17. The alleged victim, a 12-year-old girl, claims she was raped by Perales at a house party attended by both minors and… Continue reading Grand Forks Teen Charged as Adult for Alleged Rape of 12-Year-Old at House Party

Moorhead, Minnesota Man Charged with Threats of Violence After Alleged Blood-Curdling Threats

Kyle David James Fairbanks

Moorhead, MN – A Moorhead man, Kyle David James Fairbanks, has been charged with threats of violence with reckless disregard after allegedly making chilling death threats against a woman, according to a criminal complaint filed on February 15th. Law enforcement was contacted after the female victim reported a series of alarming phone calls from Fairbanks… Continue reading Moorhead, Minnesota Man Charged with Threats of Violence After Alleged Blood-Curdling Threats

Grand Forks Man Charged with Felony Domestic Violence After Alleged Strangulation Incident

Kenneth I. Nwanjo

Grand Forks, ND – A Grand Forks man, Kenneth I. Nwanjo, has been charged with felony domestic violence following a disturbing incident reported on February 15th, according to court documents. The female victim told authorities that an argument erupted between her and Nwanjo, as she suspected he was bringing other women into her apartment when… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Charged with Felony Domestic Violence After Alleged Strangulation Incident

Bemidji Man Faces Felony Terroristic Threats Charge After Alleged Racial Slurs

Robert T. Ayotte

Bemidji, MN – A Bemidji man, Robert T. Ayotte, is facing a felony charge of terroristic threats after allegedly sending multiple racial slurs and violent messages via text on February 16. According to court documents, the incident occurred at 2:28 a.m. at a Bemidji bar, where an African American man reported that Ayotte had texted… Continue reading Bemidji Man Faces Felony Terroristic Threats Charge After Alleged Racial Slurs

Fargo Man Charged with Four Felonies Involving Alleged Sexual Abuse of Juvenile

Katterrius Maurice Oates

In Fargo, North Dakota, Katterrius Maurice Oates is facing four felony charges for alleged sex acts and recording with a juvenile girl between July and November of 2024. Court documents reveal that he engaged in sexual activities with the minor on multiple occasions while also capturing some of these encounters on his phone. The device… Continue reading Fargo Man Charged with Four Felonies Involving Alleged Sexual Abuse of Juvenile

Colorado Man Sought in Roseau County for Alleged Child Sexual Assault

Colorado Man Wanted In Roseau County For Alleged, Sexual Assault Of Child ROSEAU COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) An arrest warrant has been issued for a Colorado man for the alleged, sexual assault of a child in Roseau County, Minnesota.

Grand Forks Man Arrested for Alleged Burglary at Northwestern Minnesota Bar

Grand Forks Man Arrested In Connection To NW Minnesota Bar Burglary STEPHEN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man has been arrested in connection to a bar burglary in Stephen, Minnesota earlier this week.

Alleged Neglect of Children in “Three’s Company” Causing Disturbance

Disturbing, Alleged “Three's Company” Child Neglect GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks trio, 2 women and a man, who are in a romantic relationship according to a social worker, have each been charged with 5 felony counts of Child Neglect.

Alleged Bold Potato Chip Thief 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.

Alleged Grand Forks Burglary Takes an Unusual Turn

Alleged, Unusual Grand Forks Burglary Incident GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks couple is facing a felony charge, following an alleged, unusual burglary incident.

Ex-Probation Officer Accused of Alleged Romance Behind Bars

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.

Created Alleged Inappropriate Video with a Minor Following Facebook Meeting

Made Alleged Juvenile Porno Video, After Facebook Meeting BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Bemidji man is facing a felony charge, after allegedly meeting a juvenile on facebook and then making a sex video with the victim.

Former West Fargo Swim Coach Ronald Hehn Arrested in Cass County for Alleged Sexual Assault of Minor

Ronald Hehn

WEST FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) –Former West Fargo swim coach Ronald Hehn has been arrested and charged with gross sexual imposition after an alleged sexual assault of a minor during a private swim lesson at an apartment complex. Incident Details & Allegations 📌 Date Reported: January 29, 2025 📌 Location: 43 1/2 St S, Fargo –… Continue reading Former West Fargo Swim Coach Ronald Hehn Arrested in Cass County for Alleged Sexual Assault of Minor

Grand Forks Man to Plead Guilty in Domestic Abuse Case Involving Late Wife

Joshua Jon Temple

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me)—A Grand Forks man is set to plead guilty to two felony charges stemming from years of alleged domestic abuse against his late wife, Whitney Temple, including physical violence while she was hospitalized for cancer treatment. Case Background Defendant: Joshua Jon Temple, 41 Charges: Class B Felony – Endangering an Eligible Adult… Continue reading Grand Forks Man to Plead Guilty in Domestic Abuse Case Involving Late Wife

Fargo Man Jason Daniel Easley Charged with Felony Terrorizing After Alleged Death Threat

Jason Daniel Easley

Fargo, ND (trfnews.i234.me)—Jason Daniel Easley of Fargo has been charged with felony terrorizing after allegedly threatening to kill a woman during a domestic dispute on January 25, 2025. Domestic Dispute Escalates According to court documents, Fargo police responded to a domestic disturbance after receiving a 911 call from a female victim. The victim reported that… Continue reading Fargo Man Jason Daniel Easley Charged with Felony Terrorizing After Alleged Death Threat

Martin George Arndt of Goodridge Arrested in Pennington County for Alleged Protection Order Violation

Martin George Arndt

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On January 14, 2025, police received a report of a protection order violation. Martin George Arndt, 62, of Goodridge, was cited for domestic abuse—violation of a protection order. He was arrested after allegedly leaving a phone message for a woman who has a protection order filed against him. I’m Chris Harper, reporting… Continue reading Martin George Arndt of Goodridge Arrested in Pennington County for Alleged Protection Order Violation

Two Men Arrested in Grand Forks for Possessing Child Sexual Abuse Material

Gabriel Basilio and Devon Hegland

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – In Grand Forks, North Dakota, two men have been arrested for allegedly possessing images and videos depicting the sexual exploitation of minors. Devon Hegland and Gabriel Basilio face five charges each of possession of certain materials prohibited under state law. On January 15, 2025, a search warrant was executed at… Continue reading Two Men Arrested in Grand Forks for Possessing Child Sexual Abuse Material

FBI Probing Alleged Assault on Las Vegas to Grand Forks Flight

GRAND FORKS AIRPORT, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding our report of a possible assault against a airline attendant on a Las Vegas to Grand Forks flight Thursday night. A Bemidji woman has now been charged with a lesser crime in connection to the investigation of that possible assault. The F.B.I. is still investigating… Continue reading FBI Probing Alleged Assault on Las Vegas to Grand Forks Flight

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

Naytahwaush Man Arrested for Alleged Assault on Infant Son

Derek Croud Sr.

NAYTAHWAUSH, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On January 8, 2025, authorities arrested 35-year-old Derek Croud Sr. of Naytahwaush, Minnesota, on charges of first-degree assault and domestic assault. This action followed an investigation into injuries sustained by his 3-month-old son. The Mahnomen County Sheriff’s Office reported that on December 23, 2024, at approximately 7 p.m., they received information about an… Continue reading Naytahwaush Man Arrested for Alleged Assault on Infant Son

Minnesota State Senator Nicole Mitchell Faces January Trial for First-Degree Burglary

Nicole Mitchell

DETROIT LAKES, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – State Senator Nicole Mitchell of Woodbury is scheduled to stand trial for first-degree burglary on January 27 in Becker County. The charges stem from an alleged break-in at her stepmother’s residence in Detroit Lakes in April. During a settlement conference held on December 31, no agreement was reached, leading the… Continue reading Minnesota State Senator Nicole Mitchell Faces January Trial for First-Degree Burglary

Man Charged with Drug Trafficking for Alleged Cocaine Nap in GF County, Texas

GRAND FORKS COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Texas man is facing drug trafficking charges in Grand Forks County, North Dakota.

Moorhead Resident Charged with Felony Assault Following Alleged Firearm Threat

Mohammed Almohammed

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Mohammed Almohammed, a resident of Moorhead, has been charged with felony assault with a dangerous weapon following an alleged incident involving a firearm. According to court documents, the sequence of events began with a disagreement between Almohammed and a former associate approximately one to two weeks prior to December 28. On… Continue reading Moorhead Resident Charged with Felony Assault Following Alleged Firearm Threat

Former Cass County Deputy Arrested for Alleged Disorderly Conduct Towards Women

CASS COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Fired, Cass County Deputy, Darin Viken has been charged with 6 misdemeanor counts of Disorderly Conduct in connection to alleged misconduct toward women.

Grand Forks Man Arrested for Alleged Vehicle Theft and Resisting Arrest

David Matthew Berg

FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – On November 29, 2024, David Berg, 48, was arrested for theft and preventing arrest. Berg allegedly took his girlfriend’s phone and car from her workplace in Grand Forks shortly after 6:00 p.m. He then drove the vehicle to West Fargo. Around 8:00 p.m. the same evening, West Fargo Police conducted a… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Arrested for Alleged Vehicle Theft and Resisting Arrest

East Grand Forks Arrest of Alleged Gang Member Linked to Occasional Violence

Member of Sometimes Deadly Gang Arrested in East Grand Forks EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A man claiming to be a member of the sometimes deadly, Texas Syndicate gang has been arrested in East Grand Forks on drug charges.

Alleged Incident Involving Pointing and Discharging Shotgun at Children in Church

UPDATE: Allegedly Pointed Shotgun At Church Kids & Pulled Trigger HOOPLE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding a Hoople, North Dakota man, who allegedly pointed a shotgun at kids and pulled the trigger.

Cass County Sheriff’s Office Addresses Criminal Charges Against Deputies

Cass County Sheriff’s Office Addresses Criminal Charges Against Deputies

CASS COUNTY, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – The Cass County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that former Deputy Carson Quam has been charged with possession of child pornography. Quam’s employment ended in September 2024. Sheriff Jesse Jahner also reported that current Deputy Philip Larson faces charges in Clay County District Court for furnishing alcohol to a person under… Continue reading Cass County Sheriff’s Office Addresses Criminal Charges Against Deputies

Bismarck Man Arrested on Attempted Murder, Drug Charges After Alleged Domestic Incident

Casey Nimrick

BISMARCK, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A 32-year-old Bismarck man, Casey Nimrick, is facing numerous felony charges, including attempted murder and drug possession, after an alleged domestic violence incident. Court records reveal Nimrick and his girlfriend argued on December 3, prompting her to leave the residence due to concerns from a prior incident. She contacted police and… Continue reading Bismarck Man Arrested on Attempted Murder, Drug Charges After Alleged Domestic Incident

Dalton Arrest: Man Taken Into Custody After Alleged Assault

DALTON, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — Otter Tail County deputies responded to a report on Monday night about a man allegedly holding a woman against her will. The text message alert was received shortly after 7 p.m. Law enforcement entered a residence in Dalton and arrested 42-year-old Ryan Hamilton without incident. The woman involved was unharmed. Hamilton… Continue reading Dalton Arrest: Man Taken Into Custody After Alleged Assault

Hillsboro Man Pleads Not Guilty to Multiple Felony Charges Involving Online Contact with Minors

CAVALIER COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — Matthew Alyn McCarty, 34, was arraigned on Thursday, Nov. 1, and pleaded not guilty to five felony charges related to online sexual contact with minors in Cavalier County. McCarty faces three separate criminal cases. In the first case, filed on Sept. 19, McCarty is charged with Class B felony luring… Continue reading Hillsboro Man Pleads Not Guilty to Multiple Felony Charges Involving Online Contact with Minors

Fargo Man Arrested After Back-to-Back Robberies in One Night

Manuel Perez Jr.

FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Authorities have arrested Manuel Santos Herbert Perez Jr., 33, in connection with two home invasions that occurred on Tuesday, November 26. Perez Jr. is now in custody at Cass County Jail on robbery charges. The Fargo Police Department responded to the first robbery report at 9:07 p.m. in the 700 block… Continue reading Fargo Man Arrested After Back-to-Back Robberies in One Night

East Grand Forks Woman Faces Four Felony Drug Charges After Alleged Fentanyl Sales

Tracy Ann Hangsleben

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

Fargo Woman Faces Charges for Alleged Relationship with 16-Year-Old Teen

Melanie Lynn Atkinsvahary

FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Melanie Lynn Atkinsvahary, a 30-year-old woman from Farmerbranch, Texas, is facing charges in North Dakota after allegedly having a sexual relationship with an underage teen. According to court documents, on December 5, 2023, the teen’s guardian reported the alleged relationship to police. The guardian claimed that Atkinsvahary had admitted to having… Continue reading Fargo Woman Faces Charges for Alleged Relationship with 16-Year-Old Teen

Grand Forks Man to Face January Trial in Basketball Court Shooting Case

Allen Little

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — A 24-year-old Grand Forks man, Allen Jaborie Ticordiyae Little, is scheduled for a jury trial on January 6-7 following his final dispositional conference on November 14. Little has maintained his not guilty plea to charges of aggravated assault with a dangerous weapon and reckless endangerment, both Class C felonies carrying… Continue reading Grand Forks Man to Face January Trial in Basketball Court Shooting Case

Merrifield Man Cited for Alleged Generator Theft

Rayne Austin Villa

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Rayne Austin Villa, a 24-year-old resident of Merrifield, has been cited for theft. According to the citation, Villa allegedly reversed his vehicle into a driveway located at 1610 Stevens Drive and took a Champion generator that was in the driveway. Two witnesses identified Villa as the driver involved in… Continue reading Merrifield Man Cited for Alleged Generator Theft

Langdon Man Faces Legal Delays in Alleged Indecent Exposure Case at Grand Cities Mall

GRAND FORKS (trfnews.i234.me) — Two weeks after a warrant was issued for his arrest, Jeffery Dalton Stanley, 56, from Langdon, has not been apprehended following allegations of indecent exposure at Grand Cities Mall in Grand Forks. The incident, reported on October 21, involved Stanley engaging in inappropriate behavior in a mall common area. According to… Continue reading Langdon Man Faces Legal Delays in Alleged Indecent Exposure Case at Grand Cities Mall

Detroit Lakes, MN Missionary Found Dead in Alleged Murder For Hire Plot; Wife Suspected

ANGOLA, AFRICA (trfnews.i234.me) Law enforcement officials have now released detailers regarding the death of Beau Shroyer, a missionary from Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, who was killed in Africa. Authorities now say his wife Jackie was the mastermind of the murder for hire.

VIDEO UPDATE: Two Brothers Charged in Bemidji, Minnesota for Alleged Involvement in Brother’s Fatal Beating

VIDEO UPDATE: 2 Brothers Charged In Connection To Beating Death Of Brother In Bemidji, Minnesota BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Two brothers, Joseph and Daniel Eason are now each facing charges in connection to the beating death of their brother, Jarod Eason in Bemidji, Minnesota last Summer. Joseph Eason has been charged with 1st Degree Manslaughter. Daniel… Continue reading VIDEO UPDATE: Two Brothers Charged in Bemidji, Minnesota for Alleged Involvement in Brother’s Fatal Beating

Justice Takes a Step Forward: Grand Forks Man Found Competent to Stand Trial in Murder Case

Nicholas Narveson

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A significant development has been made in the case against Nicholas Narveson, accused of murdering 53-year-old James Jorgenson at Sledster’s Food and Brew in downtown Grand Forks on July 4. Following an evaluation by doctors at the North Dakota State Hospital, a report was presented to a judge on Friday,… Continue reading Justice Takes a Step Forward: Grand Forks Man Found Competent to Stand Trial in Murder Case

Fort Totten Man Pleads Not Guilty to Attempted Escape from Grand Forks County Custody

Collin Wade Posey

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Collin Wade Posey, 32, waived his preliminary hearing on Monday, September 23, and pleaded not guilty to three crimes related to his alleged attempt to escape from Grand Forks County custody while being held at Altru Hospital. Posey is charged with Class C felony escaping arrest or charge, Class C… Continue reading Fort Totten Man Pleads Not Guilty to Attempted Escape from Grand Forks County Custody

Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Class A Felony for Alleged 50 Grams+ Meth Delivery

Blayne Evan Saiger

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Blayne Saiger, a 38-year-old man from Grand Forks, has pleaded not guilty to a Class A felony charge for allegedly delivering at least 50 grams of methamphetamine. If convicted, he could face up to 20 years in prison. Saiger reportedly sold approximately 88.4 grams of the illicit substance to a… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Class A Felony for Alleged 50 Grams+ Meth Delivery

Crookston City Council Candidate Arrested: Allegations of Domestic Abuse No-Contact Order Violation

Derek Jon Brekken

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A shocking turn of events has unfolded in Crookston’s political scene. Derek Jon Brekken, a 36-year-old candidate running against incumbent Wendy Ault for the Ward 5 council seat, was arrested on Wednesday, October 2nd, for allegedly violating a domestic abuse no-contact order. According to court records, the offense is alleged… Continue reading Crookston City Council Candidate Arrested: Allegations of Domestic Abuse No-Contact Order Violation

Predator Behind Bars: Grand Forks Man Charged in Shocking Child Abuse Case

Predator Behind Bars: Grand Forks Man Charged in Shocking Child Abuse Case

GRAND FORKS — A disturbing case of child abuse has come to light in Grand Forks, where a 39-year-old man has been charged with two Class A felony counts of gross sexual imposition. Allen Timothy Dunn faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted of either count. According to an affidavit of probable cause filed… Continue reading Predator Behind Bars: Grand Forks Man Charged in Shocking Child Abuse Case

Alleged Shoplifting Incident Results in Felony Drug Charge at GF Walmart

Alleged Theft Leads To Felony Drug Charge At GF Walmart GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing a felony drug charge, after being detained for an alleged theft at a Grand Forks Walmart.

Out-of-State Suspected Drug Dealers Charged in Devils Lake

Alleged, Out-Of-State Drug Dealers Charged In Devils Lake DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Two alleged, out-of-state drug dealers are facing trafficking charges in Devils Lake, North Dakota.

Man Charged in Alleged Brutal Assault of Woman in Grand Forks

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

Alleged One-Man Crime Wave in Grand Forks Scheduled for Court Appearance Friday

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

Child Safety Incident: Alleged Sexual Assault of Boy in Warroad Public Restroom

CHILD SAFETY: Boy Allegedly Sexually Assaulted In Warroad Public Restroom WARROAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) It’s a story out of Warroad, Minnesota that will leaving you thinking twice about ever letting a child enter a public restroom alone.

Former Law Enforcement Employee in Thief River Falls, MN Makes Alleged Chilling Statements

Alleged, Chilling Statements From Former Law Enforcement Employee In Thief River Falls, MN THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A former dispatcher at the Pennington County Sheriff’s Department is facing a new round of criminal charges, after allegedly making some chilling statements.

Alleged Incident: Ex-Girlfriend Claims to Have Witnessed Him Consuming Meth

Ex-girlfriend Allegedly Saw Him Eating Meth GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Devils Lake man is facing criminal charges in Grand Forks, after his ex-girlfriend reported to police that she saw him eating meth.

Alleged Attacker Targets Grand Forks Store Clerk, Customer, and Police Officer

Allegedly Attacked Grand Forks Store Clerk, Customer & Police GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Devils Lake man is facing criminal charges in Grand Forks, after allegedly attacking a store clerk, customer and police.

Alleged Threats Against Elderly Woman, Escape Incident, and More

Alleged Threat To Elderly Woman, Fleeing & More GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing a string of charges, after allegedly threatening an elderly woman, fleeing police and more.

EXCLUSIVE: Dramatic Apprehension of Prominent Alleged Drug Dealer in Northeastern North Dakota

EXCLUSIVE: Intense Arrest Of High Profile, Alleged N.E. North Dakota Drug Dealer FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Officers from multiple agencies arrested a high profile, alleged drug dealer from northeast North Dakota in Fargo this week. The suspect fled before, he tried again.

Lawsuit Filed Against LM Wind Power in Grand Forks Over Alleged Racial Discrimination

Race Discrimination Lawsuit Against LM Wind Power In Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Federal regulation commission has filed a race discrimination lawsuit against LM Wind Power in Grand Forks on behalf of an employee who was fired.

Minneapolis Man Files Lawsuit After Alleged Police Shooting During George Floyd Protest: Claims Traumatic Brain Injury

Minneapolis Man Files Lawsuit After Alleged Police Shooting During George Floyd Protest: Claims Traumatic Brain Injury

MINNEAPOLIS (trfnews.i234.me) – A Twin Cities man, Mason Hermann, has filed a lawsuit against the city of Minneapolis and its police department, claiming an MPD officer shot him in the head with a non-lethal projectile during a peaceful protest following George Floyd’s murder. The protest, held outside the MPD’s 3rd precinct on May 27, 2020,… Continue reading Minneapolis Man Files Lawsuit After Alleged Police Shooting During George Floyd Protest: Claims Traumatic Brain Injury

GPS Leads Alleged Canadian Drug Dealer Straight to Warroad Law Enforcement

G.P.S. Drives Alleged Canadian Drug Dealer To Law Enforcement by Warroad WARROAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) An alleged, Canadian drug dealer followed his vehicle’s GPS right into the hands of Homeland Security near Warraod, Minnesota.

Alleged Shoplifting in Grand Forks Escalates to Felony Charges

Alleged Shoplifting To Felony Level In Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man has moved up to felony level Theft, after allegedly shoplifting at a Menards store multiple times.

Caution: Alarming Alleged Assault on Deputy in Bemidji, Minnesota

WARNING, GRAPHIC DESCRIPTION: Disgusting, Alleged, Assault On Deputy In Bemidji, Minnesota BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have an report of an alleged, disgusting report of an assault on a Beltrami County Minnesota Deputy.

Alleged Prostitution Operation Uncovered in Bemidji-Beltrami County, MN

Apparent Prostitution Sting In Bemidji-Beltrami County, MN BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We’ve had an apparent prostitution sting in Bemidji-Beltrami County, Minnesota this weekend.

Months of Texting Culminated in Alleged Rape

Texting Went On For Months, Then She Was Allegedly Raped ROSEAU, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The victim stated she’d been texting with him for months. Then, she went to his home and was allegedly raped.

Minnesota Man Faces 30 Years for Alleged Repeated Sexual Assault on Minor

Minnesota Man Faces 30 Years for Alleged Repeated Sexual Assault on Minor

MIDDLE RIVER, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Calvin John Rybakowski, a 50-year-old from Middle River, Minnesota, is facing first-degree criminal sexual conduct charges involving a child under 14. In August, Rybakowski allegedly touched the young female victim’s genitals, and the victim has since come forward, reporting that this abuse occurred multiple times. When questioned by investigators, Rybakowski… Continue reading Minnesota Man Faces 30 Years for Alleged Repeated Sexual Assault on Minor

Fargo Man Faces Felony Charges for Alleged $4,000 Credit Card Fraud at Auto Parts Store

Preston Wren

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Preston Wren, a resident of Fargo, is now facing serious criminal charges after allegedly using another person’s credit card to place nearly $4,000 worth of orders at a local auto parts store. The charges against Wren include a felony for unauthorized use of personal identifying information and a misdemeanor for theft of… Continue reading Fargo Man Faces Felony Charges for Alleged $4,000 Credit Card Fraud at Auto Parts Store

Alleged Robbery Conspiracy During Date in Moorhead Inflicts Brutal Attack on Victim

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Moorhead, Minnesota woman is facing felony charges, after allegedly setting up her date for Robbery!

Fargo Man Arrested for Alleged Midnight Assault, Faces Felony Charges

Brody Jerome Gray

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a disturbing incident, Brody Jerome Gray of Fargo is facing serious legal consequences after being charged with felony aggravated assault and domestic violence. The charges stem from an alleged attack on a woman at a Fargo residence just after midnight on August 24th. According to court documents, police were dispatched… Continue reading Fargo Man Arrested for Alleged Midnight Assault, Faces Felony Charges

Moorhead Man Faces Felony Charges After Alleged Assault on Woman

Moorhead Man Faces Felony Charges After Alleged Assault on Woman

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Moorhead, Minnesota man is facing serious legal consequences after being charged with felony assault for allegedly attacking a woman in the town. Leonard E. King has been charged with two felony counts: domestic assault with two or more prior convictions and another assault charge, according to court documents. The incident… Continue reading Moorhead Man Faces Felony Charges After Alleged Assault on Woman

Man from Thief River Falls Charged with Alleged Assault on Family Member and Deputy

THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Thief River Falls, Minnesota man is facing criminal charges, after allegedly assaulting a family member and deputy.

Minnesota Man Faces Felony Charges for Alleged Online Solicitation and Distribution of Sexual Material to a Minor

Da'Jon D. Matanah

CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 26-year-old man from Crookston, Minnesota, Da’Jon D. Matanah, is facing two serious felony charges after allegedly engaging in illicit conversations with a minor via the internet. According to court documents, he has been charged with soliciting child through electronic communications to engage in sexual conduct and distributing via electronic communications… Continue reading Minnesota Man Faces Felony Charges for Alleged Online Solicitation and Distribution of Sexual Material to a Minor

Florida Man Working in Warroad, MN, Faces Felony Charge After Alleged Knife Threat

Avila S. Reycel

WARROAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Avila S. Reycel, a resident of West Palm Beach, Florida, and currently working in Warroad, Minnesota, is now facing a felony charge following a knife-threatening incident in the town. According to court documents, the incident occurred on August 17th at 1:13 a.m. when police were dispatched to McKenzie Street Northeast at… Continue reading Florida Man Working in Warroad, MN, Faces Felony Charge After Alleged Knife Threat

La Crescent Man Sentenced for Repeated Sexual Assault of Mentally Impaired Teen

CALEDONIA, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – David Laverne Twite, a 66-year-old man from La Crescent, has been sentenced in Houston County District Court after being accused of repeatedly sexually assaulting a mentally impaired woman over the course of five years, starting when she was just 13. Twite was charged with multiple felonies, including two counts of criminal… Continue reading La Crescent Man Sentenced for Repeated Sexual Assault of Mentally Impaired Teen

💰 Texas Man Held on $1.5 Million Bond for Allegedly Scamming Elderly Minnesota Woman Out of $136,000 in Cash and Gold

Mutahir Ahmed Khan

MARSHALL COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 23-year-old McKinney, Texas, man, Mutahir Ahmed Khan, is being held on a $1.5 million bond after allegedly swindling an elderly Marshall County woman out of $136,000. Khan, who faces up to 20 years in prison for two felony theft charges, reportedly convinced the victim to send cash hidden in… Continue reading 💰 Texas Man Held on $1.5 Million Bond for Allegedly Scamming Elderly Minnesota Woman Out of $136,000 in Cash and Gold

🚨 Moorhead Woman Busted for Drug Trafficking After Alleged Assault Report in Fargo

Koryna Quintero

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Koryna Quintero of Moorhead is now facing serious drug trafficking charges in Fargo. According to court documents, on August 11, Quintero reported being assaulted in her car in the parking lot of Tailgator Bar in Fargo. While she claimed to have been attacked, police found no visible injuries and no one… Continue reading 🚨 Moorhead Woman Busted for Drug Trafficking After Alleged Assault Report in Fargo

Grand Forks Teen Arrested After Alleged Assault Leads to DWI and Test Refusal Charges

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On August 1, police responded to a report of an alleged assault that had occurred years ago in another state, leading them to 421 LaBree Ave. N. Imre Renek Schulz, 18, of Grand Forks, N.D., was arrested and charged with third-degree refusal to submit to a chemical test and… Continue reading Grand Forks Teen Arrested After Alleged Assault Leads to DWI and Test Refusal Charges

Jamestown Man Arrested for Alleged Child Sex Crimes

Mark R. Windish

JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Jamestown, North Dakota man has been arrested on charges of sex crimes against children. According to Lieutenant Sidman of the Jamestown Police Department, the investigation began on July 14th, and after approximately two weeks of thorough investigation, the suspect was apprehended. On the morning of July 31st, a search warrant… Continue reading Jamestown Man Arrested for Alleged Child Sex Crimes

Crookston Man Faces Trial for Alleged Kidnapping and Assault in Grand Forks

Angel Alberto Torres-Sosa

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Angel Alberto Torres-Sosa, 32, of Crookston, is set to stand trial later this year in Grand Forks on four felony charges, including kidnapping and attempted gross sexual imposition by using force, both Class A felonies with a maximum 20-year sentence in North Dakota. He also faces charges of aggravated assault… Continue reading Crookston Man Faces Trial for Alleged Kidnapping and Assault in Grand Forks

Felon Faces Federal Charges After Alleged Firearm Possession and Drug Bust

Raymond L. Graham Jr.

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Raymond Lee Graham Jr., 36, is facing federal charges after an arrest in Grand Forks County revealed a trove of drugs and an alleged firearm. Initially charged with multiple crimes, Graham fled from police during a traffic stop, leading to the discovery of 1.2 pounds of marijuana, methamphetamine-coated marijuana, empty… Continue reading Felon Faces Federal Charges After Alleged Firearm Possession and Drug Bust

Fergus Falls Man Charged After Alleged Shooting at Delivery Driver

Jeffrey Defries

FERGUS FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jeffrey L. Defries, a 55-year-old resident of rural Fergus Falls, Minnesota, faces felony assault charges after allegedly shooting at a delivery driver on July 24, 2024. According to the probable cause statement, the incident occurred at around 1:50 p.m. on County Highway 15. The delivery driver, an African American male,… Continue reading Fergus Falls Man Charged After Alleged Shooting at Delivery Driver

Granite Falls Man Faces Multiple Charges for Alleged Assault and Threats with Firearm

Christ Rud

Marshall County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Christ Rud, 26, of Granite Falls, has been charged with four serious offenses in Marshall County District Court after allegedly pointing a pistol at his pregnant girlfriend and threatening to kill her. The charges against Rud include felony second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon, gross misdemeanor possession of ammunition/firearm due… Continue reading Granite Falls Man Faces Multiple Charges for Alleged Assault and Threats with Firearm

Crookston Man Faces Additional Charges in Alleged Rape Case

Susano Isaiah Padilla

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Crookston man arrested in October for allegedly raping an intoxicated woman is now facing two additional, related felony charges. Susano Isaiah Padilla, 21, was initially charged with first-degree criminal sexual conduct and third-degree criminal sexual conduct. An amended criminal complaint, filed Tuesday, July 2, added one count of first-degree… Continue reading Crookston Man Faces Additional Charges in Alleged Rape Case

Early Morning Shootout in Southeast Minot Leaves Three Injured, Including Shooter

Laquint Tydelle Sarvis

MINOT, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Three people were injured in a shooting during a fight in southeast Minot, including the alleged shooter. Minot Police received calls about multiple people fighting and possible gunshots in the 10 block of First Avenue Southeast on Sunday, June 23, at approximately 3:10 a.m., the department said in a news release.… Continue reading Early Morning Shootout in Southeast Minot Leaves Three Injured, Including Shooter

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.

Thief River Falls Man Arrested for Strangulation in Domestic Assault

Janier Antonio Rivera

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Early Wednesday morning, a Thief River Falls man was arrested for domestic assault by strangulation. Police report that Janier Antonio Rivera, 21, was taken into custody after a woman arrived at the lobby of a building on Knight Avenue to report a domestic incident. Officers responded shortly after 12:30… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Arrested for Strangulation in Domestic Assault

Monday Night in Grand Forks Sees Juvenile Chaos and Alleged Knife Threat

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Grand Forks Police responded to a chaotic scene at the Winterland Apartments in Grand Forks Monday night. Police tell TRF News a knife was collected as evidence, but no one was injured with it. At this point, police arent releasing much information since it invovles juveniles. Check back later today for… Continue reading Monday Night in Grand Forks Sees Juvenile Chaos and Alleged Knife Threat

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

East Grand Forks Man Faces 20 Years in Prison for Alleged Fentanyl Sale

Terimal Dion Singleton

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – An East Grand Forks man waived his Tuesday, May 28, omnibus hearing and pleaded not guilty to a felony third-degree narcotics sale. Terimal Dion Singleton, 50, faces up to 20 years in prison for the alleged crime. In August 2023, a confidential informant conducted a controlled buy from Singleton, according… Continue reading East Grand Forks Man Faces 20 Years in Prison for Alleged Fentanyl Sale

John James Nogowski, 35, Faces Charges for Alleged Methamphetamine Sale

John James Nogowski

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – John James Nogowski, 35, from Fargo, North Dakota, faces charges in Pennington County District Court for allegedly selling methamphetamine to an informant in Thief River Falls in January. Details of the Case: Charge: Nogowski has been charged with felony third-degree controlled substance crime – sale. A warrant has been… Continue reading John James Nogowski, 35, Faces Charges for Alleged Methamphetamine Sale

Grand Forks Tire Slasher Pleads Guilty to Damaging 50 Vehicles

Matthew Vincent Morris

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Matthew Vincent Morris, 31, who is accused of slashing tires on 50 vehicles in a single night last fall, changed his plea to guilty on Monday, May 13. Morris is charged with Class B felony criminal mischief, resulting in more than $10,000 worth of damage. The charge carries a maximum… Continue reading Grand Forks Tire Slasher Pleads Guilty to Damaging 50 Vehicles

Brooke Ashley Gustafson Faces Charges Including Child Endangerment After Alleged DUI Incident

Brooke Ashley Gustafson

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On April 2, police received a report that a drunk motorist had just left a home and was traveling with her child. A sheriff’s deputy responded since the police department was handling another call. He allegedly observed the vehicle enter the Falls Stay N Play campground and stopped it… Continue reading Brooke Ashley Gustafson Faces Charges Including Child Endangerment After Alleged DUI Incident

Driver Arrested for Hit-and-Run DUI After Alleged Accident in Thief River Falls

Joseph Randy Dessellier

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On April 4 at 11:16 p.m., police received a report of a hit-and-run accident at the intersection of Greenwood Street and Barzen Avenue. Joseph Randy Dessellier, 46, Thief River Falls, has been charged with third-degree DWI and leaving the scene of an accident/collision. He was arrested. According to the… Continue reading Driver Arrested for Hit-and-Run DUI After Alleged Accident in Thief River Falls

Alleged Aiding an Offender Arrested

Julieaunna Nicole Colbert

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Thief River Falls authorities apprehended Alejandro Lee Lara, 24, on April 10 at 8:39 p.m., following police surveillance at 922 Pleasant Ave. Lara was wanted in Morrison County. Additionally, Julieaunna Nicole Colbert, 20, of Thief River Falls, faces charges of felony aiding an offender to avoid arrest. Upon observation of Lara… Continue reading Alleged Aiding an Offender Arrested

Alleged Shoplifter Pleads Not Guilty to Charges in Grand Forks County

Benjamin Mikkel Pawlowski

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Benjamin Mikkel Pawlowski, 30, faced a pivotal moment in his legal battle as he waived his preliminary hearing, scheduled for Monday, April 15, and entered a plea of not guilty to a slew of charges in Grand Forks County. The charges stem from an incident where Pawlowski allegedly shoplifted merchandise… Continue reading Alleged Shoplifter Pleads Not Guilty to Charges in Grand Forks County

Alleged Incest and Criminal Sexual Conduct Charges Filed Against Minnesota Man

Clifford Robert Letourneau III

BRAINERD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 48-year-old Ham Lake man faces multiple charges of criminal sexual conduct, including incest, involving his daughter and her roommate in Crow Wing County District Court. Clifford Robert Letourneau III is charged with felony incest and felony third-degree criminal sexual conduct with someone who is mentally impaired or physically helpless. The… Continue reading Alleged Incest and Criminal Sexual Conduct Charges Filed Against Minnesota Man

Former Emerado City Auditor Faces Felony Charges for Alleged Financial Misconduct

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a startling turn of events, Wendy Jane Sullivan, 59, former Emerado city auditor, appeared in court, waving her preliminary hearing and entering a plea of not guilty to two severe felonies. Allegations Unveiled Sullivan stands accused of perpetrating two Class A felonies, including theft exceeding $50,000 and misapplication of… Continue reading Former Emerado City Auditor Faces Felony Charges for Alleged Financial Misconduct

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 Filed Against Grand Forks Woman for Alleged Attempted Murder of Mother

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks woman is charged with Attempted Murder, after allegedly trying to strangle her mother Sunday night. Brianna Thomas faces charges of Attempted Murder and Domestic Violence.

Alleged Theft Incident Unfolds at Falls Liquor

Richard Wayne Reierson

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a surprising turn of events on March 19 at 12:02 p.m., authorities were alerted to a theft at Falls Liquor, casting a shadow over the usually quiet afternoon. Richard Wayne Reierson, a 36-year-old resident of Thief River Falls, found himself at the center of the controversy, facing accusations… Continue reading Alleged Theft Incident Unfolds at Falls Liquor