Bemidji Man Charged With Burning His Own Home BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Bemidji, Minnesota man has been charged with Arson and Terroristic Threats, after allegedly burning his own home.
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Update: Arson Targets Two Government Officials in Hallock, Minnesota
UPDATE: 2 Government Officials Were Targets Of Arson In Hallock, Minnesota HALLOCK, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We now have more information regarding 2 incidents of arson in Hallock, Minnesota on Thursday, Two government official were the target. A City Council member and Assistant County Attorney. Alex Gustafson of Hallock is the suspect.
Fargo: Federal Agents Investigate Arson Attempt at Tesla Charging Station in Scheels Parking Lot
Fargo, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In the early hours of March 21, 2025, a suspicious fire occurred in the parking lot of Scheels All Sports on 45th Street South in Fargo. The blaze targeted a Tesla charging station, prompting immediate response from local fire services. Firefighters swiftly extinguished the flames using a fire extinguisher, and no injuries… Continue reading Fargo: Federal Agents Investigate Arson Attempt at Tesla Charging Station in Scheels Parking Lot
Home of Chief Deputy Targeted in Arson Attack
Chief Deputy's Home Target Of Arson HETTINGER, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The Adams County Sheriffs Department in Hettinger, North Dakota would like your help in finding suspects, who targeted their Chief Deputy’s home with fire.
Wahpeton Woman Arrested for Arson
Wahpeton Woman Jailed On Arson Charge FREEPORT, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Wahpeton, North Dakota woman is being held in the Stearns County, Minnesota jail on an arson charge. She’s suspected of burning down a man’s home.
Minneapolis Man Shoots Wife with AK-47, Sets House Ablaze with 6 Kids Inside
Minneapolis, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — A terrifying domestic violence case unfolded on March 22, 2025, in north Minneapolis where 31-year-old Lue Xiong allegedly shot his wife with an AK-47, refused to help her, and later set multiple fires in their home with their six children inside. According to a Hennepin County criminal complaint, Xiong was high… Continue reading Minneapolis Man Shoots Wife with AK-47, Sets House Ablaze with 6 Kids Inside
Ramsey County SHOCKER: Evicted Man Sets Apartment Ablaze in Alleged Revenge Arson!
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!
Dakota County Fugitive Randip E. Satoskar Wanted for Arson
Dakota County, MN – Authorities have issued a fugitive alert for Randip E. Satoskar, who is currently wanted after violating the terms of his release. Satoskar, born on January 9, 1972, was last released from custody on August 22, 2022, but has been declared a wanted fugitive as of April 14, 2023. Satoskar was originally… Continue reading Dakota County Fugitive Randip E. Satoskar Wanted for Arson
VIKING MAN CHARGED WITH ARSON & TERRORISTIC THREATS AFTER ATTEMPTING TO BURN DOWN HOUSE WITH PEOPLE INSIDE
Marshall County (trfnews.i234.me) — On February 25 at 1:42 p.m., Marshall County deputies responded to a terrifying domestic violence incident in Viking, MN, where Dillon Charles Berg, 38, allegedly tried to break into a home and set it on fire. 
WHAT HAPPENED? Berg’s wife had kicked him out earlier that day—he returned intoxicated and began… Continue reading VIKING MAN CHARGED WITH ARSON & TERRORISTIC THREATS AFTER ATTEMPTING TO BURN DOWN HOUSE WITH PEOPLE INSIDE
Minnesota Fugitive Alert: Jermaine Deangelo Jefferson Wanted for Arson
Hennepin County, MN – Jermaine Deangelo Jefferson, 39, has been listed as a wanted fugitive as of January 29, 2024, according to the Minnesota Department of Corrections (MNDOC). Jefferson was sentenced on May 16, 2014, for arson-related offenses under case number Hennepin – 27-CR-17-9268. He was released on August 31, 2023, but has since violated… Continue reading Minnesota Fugitive Alert: Jermaine Deangelo Jefferson Wanted for Arson
PARK RAPIDS MAN’S BIZARRE RAMPAGE: Fire, Burglary, and Assault on Officers!
Henryana Township (trfnews.i234.me) — Authorities in Henryana Township, east of Park Rapids, dealt with a chaotic series of events on March 3rd involving Caleb Heide, who now faces a long list of felony charges. According to court documents, Heide was first reported at a residence with a possible firearm, then later at another location wielding a… Continue reading PARK RAPIDS MAN’S BIZARRE RAMPAGE: Fire, Burglary, and Assault on Officers!
Charges Brought in Unusual Situation Close to Park Rapids, Minnesota
PARK RAPIDS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Park Rapids, Minnesota man is facing a string of charges, following a bizarre incident near that town.
Minnesota man from Viking charged with attempted arson of a house with occupants inside
VIKING, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Viking, Minnesota man is facing a string of criminal charges, after allegedly trying to burn down a house with 3 people inside.
Renee King Held in Pennington County Jail on First-Degree Arson Charge
PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN – Renee King is currently being held without bail at Pennington County Jail following her February 21, 2025, custody date. Court records indicate that King is facing a felony charge for: First-Degree Arson – Dwelling (609.561.1): Allegedly involved in the intentional burning of an occupied structure King remains in custody as she… Continue reading Renee King Held in Pennington County Jail on First-Degree Arson Charge
North Dakota Man Sentenced for Multi-County Vehicle Thefts and Arson in Cass County
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A North Dakota man responsible for multiple vehicle thefts and an arson incident across several counties has been sentenced in some of his cases, while other charges remain pending. 
Suspect: Craig Vinton Crimes Committed: Multiple vehicle thefts across Cass, Traill, and Ransom counties Arson-related charge for setting a stolen vehicle… Continue reading North Dakota Man Sentenced for Multi-County Vehicle Thefts and Arson in Cass County
Thief River Falls Resident Convicted of Murder and Arson
Thief River Falls Man Found Guilty Of Murder & Arson THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A jury has found a Thief River Falls, Minnesota man guilty of murder and arson charges.
Ponsford Man Sentenced for Domestic Assault and Arson Threats in Becker County
PONSFORD, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—William Lawrence Butcher II, 38, of rural Ponsford, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for gross misdemeanor domestic assault following an incident in which he struck an 11-year-old family member and threatened to burn down a house. As part of a plea agreement, a felony charge of making violent threats was… Continue reading Ponsford Man Sentenced for Domestic Assault and Arson Threats in Becker County
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.
She Claimed It Was Burned Pizza, Prosecutors Argue It Was Arson
She Said Burned Pizza, Prosecution Says It Was Arson BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Bemidji woman has been charged with Arson.
Aurora Woman Charged with Arson, Assault, and Fentanyl Possession After Townhouse Fire
Aurora, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Stephanie Beddo is now facing multiple felony charges, including first-degree arson, fifth-degree assault, and possession of fentanyl, after allegedly setting fire to her townhouse in Aurora, Minnesota. Incident Details According to court documents, on January 24, 2025, at 3:45 PM, officers from the East Range Police Department and the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office… Continue reading Aurora Woman Charged with Arson, Assault, and Fentanyl Possession After Townhouse Fire
Minneapolis Woman Charged with Murder and Arson in Deadly Apartment Fire
Minneapolis, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Deonna Marie Presbury, a 35-year-old Minneapolis woman, has been charged with two counts of second-degree murder and three counts of first-degree arson following a deadly fire on August 13 that claimed two lives and left two others seriously injured. The fire occurred at an apartment building on the 1500 block of 11th Avenue… Continue reading Minneapolis Woman Charged with Murder and Arson in Deadly Apartment Fire
Minnesota Man Adrian Banks Arrested in Connection to Fargo Apartment Fire – Grant County
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Fargo police have confirmed the arrest of Adrian Banks, a 42-year-old man from Wendell, Minnesota, in connection to a January 15 apartment fire. Authorities were first called to the 1400 block of 32nd Street South shortly after 11 p.m. that evening to investigate a burglary. Shortly thereafter, firefighters responded to reports… Continue reading Minnesota Man Adrian Banks Arrested in Connection to Fargo Apartment Fire – Grant County
Thief River Falls Woman Sentenced for Arson at East Grand Forks Islamic Center
POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — A Thief River Falls woman was sentenced to five years of supervised probation for starting a fire at the East Grand Forks Islamic Center in 2022. Suzette Gay Thompson, 60, pleaded guilty to one count of first-degree arson. A second count was dismissed. On June 5, 2022, an East Grand… Continue reading Thief River Falls Woman Sentenced for Arson at East Grand Forks Islamic Center
Sean Weber Arrested in Otter Tail County for Assault, Arson, and Fleeing Law Enforcement
Otter Tail County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On December 5, 2024, law enforcement officers arrested 49-year-old Sean Raymond Weber in Otter Tail County. The arrest followed an incident where Weber allegedly assaulted a victim, attempted to set fire to a camper, and fled from deputies in a vehicle. According to court documents, deputies from the Otter Tail County… Continue reading Sean Weber Arrested in Otter Tail County for Assault, Arson, and Fleeing Law Enforcement
Wadena Man, Sean Raymond Weber Charged with Assault, Arson, and Fleeing Law Enforcement
OTTER TAIL COUNTY, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – On December 4th, Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Department responded to a report involving 49-year-old Sean Raymond Weber of Wadena. According to court documents, Weber allegedly assaulted a victim and prevented them from leaving a location in Otter Tail County. Upon arrival, deputies found Weber in a vehicle, blocking the… Continue reading Wadena Man, Sean Raymond Weber Charged with Assault, Arson, and Fleeing Law Enforcement
Arson Charge for Wildfire in Becker County, Minnesota
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Detroit Lakes, Minnesota man is facing a felony charge of Wildfire Arson, after allegedly setting multiple fires last Junes.
Charges Filed for Arson at Bemidji Law Enforcement Center
BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Bemidji man is facing a felony Arson charge for allegedly starting a fire in the lobby of the Bemidji Law Enforcement Center.
Dillon Neeland Charged with Fourth-Degree Arson
Beltrami County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Dillon Neeland, a 32-year-old male of Native American descent, is currently held at Beltrami County Jail. He was taken into custody on December 21, 2024. Neeland stands 5 feet 7 inches tall, weighs 155 pounds, and has brown hair and green eyes. No bail amount has been set for his… Continue reading Dillon Neeland Charged with Fourth-Degree Arson
Assault with a Knife, Bites, and Arson Charges Filed in Becker County, Minnesota
BECKER COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Fergus Falls, Minnesota man is facing criminal charges in Becker County, after allegedly assaulting a man with a knife and then starting the residence on fire.
Ponsford Resident Pleads Guilty to Assault and Arson Charges
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) -On May 18, 2024, a Becker County deputy responded to an assault report at a residence in Ponsford, Minnesota. Upon arrival, the deputy learned that William Lawrence Butcher II had struck an 11-year-old family member on the left side of the head. Additionally, Butcher had ignited… Continue reading Ponsford Resident Pleads Guilty to Assault and Arson Charges
Beltrami County Inmate Charged with First-Degree Arson
Beltrami County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Renee King was taken into custody on July 9, 2024, and is currently held at Beltrami County Jail without bail. She is charged with first-degree arson, a felony offense, under Minnesota law. Details regarding her alleged offense and upcoming court proceedings will be provided as they become available. Statutory Reference:… Continue reading Beltrami County Inmate Charged with First-Degree Arson
Caribou Grill Owner in Hallock Charged with Arson and Insurance Fraud
Owner Of Caribou Grill In Hallock Charged With Arson & Insurance Fraud HALLOCK, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Fifty year old Tamara Devore, the owner of the Caribou Grill in Hallock, Minnesota has been charged with arson and insurance fraud, following a fire. Devore made her initial court appearance Monday. Bail was set at $50,000 cash without conditions… Continue reading Caribou Grill Owner in Hallock Charged with Arson and Insurance Fraud
UPDATE: Hallock Man Accused in Arson Incidents Due to “Delusional Beliefs”
UPDATE: Hallock Man Charged In Arson Cases, “Delusional Beliefs” HALLOCK MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Hallock, Minnesota man has made his first court appearance. Alex Gustafson has been charged with 2 counts of Arson and 1 count of Burglary for allegedly trying to burn the properties of local officials.
Arson Investigation Underway at White Earth Nation Death Scene
UPDATE: Arson Investigation At Death Scene On White Earth Nation WAUBUN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have a strange twist into the investigation of the death of Beth Hill, east of Waubun,, Minnesota …
Fugitive Found Dead After Three-Year Manhunt Following Arson and Murder Allegations
STRATHCONA, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – Authorities confirmed that Seddrex Gates, who died in a house fire in Roseau County last week, was a fugitive wanted in connection with the 2021 killing of Patricia Wright in Brooklyn Center. On June 23, 2021, Gates allegedly shot Patricia Wright at her home, which they shared with their six children.… Continue reading Fugitive Found Dead After Three-Year Manhunt Following Arson and Murder Allegations
Thief River Falls Woman Pleads Guilty to Arson at East Grand Forks Islamic Center
POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — Suzette Gay Thompson, a 60-year-old woman from Thief River Falls, has pleaded guilty to first-degree arson for starting a fire at the Islamic Center in East Grand Forks. According to court documents, on June 5, 2022, an officer was dispatched to the Islamic Center after receiving a report that someone… Continue reading Thief River Falls Woman Pleads Guilty to Arson at East Grand Forks Islamic Center
Brainerd Man Charged with Murder, Kidnapping and Arson After AMBER Alert Issued
BRAINERD, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — A 35-year-old man from Brainerd, Minnesota, has been charged with multiple crimes including murder, kidnapping, and arson after a crime spree that prompted an AMBER Alert. According to court documents, Chad Aanerud allegedly abducted a pregnant woman and her four children at gunpoint on Halloween night. He then sexually assaulted the… Continue reading Brainerd Man Charged with Murder, Kidnapping and Arson After AMBER Alert Issued
Minnesota Woman Admits Guilt in Gruesome Murder and Arson Case
Minnesota Woman Pleads Guilty In Brutal Murder-Arson Case BALL CLUB, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Ball Club, Minnesota woman has plead guilty in a July, Murder-Arson case in that town, which killed a man. The plea deal calls for Crystal Willson to spend 37-years in prison.
Arrest Made in Arson Case Involving Bridge Fire Near Dent, MN
Arrest In Arson Bridge Fire Near Dent, MN DENT, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Department says they’ve arrested a suspect in a Sunday morning bridge fire on Star Lake near Dent, Minnesota.
UPDATE: Suspect Identified in Thief River Falls Arson and Suspicious Death Case
UPDATE: Suspect Named In Thief River Falls Arson & Suspicious Death Investigation THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A suspect has been name in an arson and suspicious death investigation in Thief River Falls, Minnesota. A female body was recovered from the fire scene.
Exclusive: Arson and Gunshot Charges Filed in Roseau, Minnesota
EXCLUSIVE: Arson & Gunshot Charges In Roseau, Minnesota ROSEAU, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Roseau, Minnesota man is facing criminal charges after gunshots were heard and a home was heavily damaged by fire in that town.
Neighbors Potentially Endangered by First-Degree Arson Charge
1st Degree Arson Charge, Neighbors Appear At Risk THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Thief River Falls, Minnesota woman is facing a 1st Degree Arson charge in a case that …
Thief River Falls Resident Faces Arson Charges
Thief River Falls Woman Charged With Arson THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Thief River Falls, Minnesota woman has been charged with 1st Degree Arson, after allegedly trying to burn down her residence.
Arson Allegation in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Arson Charge In Detroit Lakes, Minnesota DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Detroit Lakes, Minnesota woman is facing a felony Arson charge in that city.
Charges of Arson and Domestic Violence
Arson & Domestic Violence Charges GONVICK, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Gonvick, Minnesota man is facing Arson and Domestic Violence charges.
Potential arson attack on Islamic center in Moorhead, Minnesota
MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Moorhead, Minnesota is facing a criminal charges, after an apprent threat to burn an Islamic Center in that town. Salih Ahmed Kasim has been charged with Attempted Burglary.
CURRENT VIDEO UPDATE: Woman Charged with Arson in Grand Forks Apartment Fire
EXCLUSIVE VIDEO UPDATE: Woman Now Facing Arson Charge In Grand Forks Apartment Fire GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A woman is now charged with Arson in connection to a small fire at a Grand Forks apartment building on December 5th.
Suspect Charged in Thief River Falls Murder: Victim Found Bound and Burned
Thief River Falls Murder Victim Was Bound & Burned, Suspect Charged THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Formal charges have now been filed against a Thief River Falls, Minnesota man, after a female victim was found bound and burned to death in a Wednesday evening fire. Devon Pulczniski made his initial court appearance. Bail was set… Continue reading Suspect Charged in Thief River Falls Murder: Victim Found Bound and Burned
Brand-New $40,000 Vehicle Set Ablaze in Red Lake, MN
New, $40,000 Vehicle Torched At Red Lake, MN RED LAKE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Authorities are investigating an arson case at Red Lake, Minnesota. A new, $40,000 vehicle was torched.
Suspect Arrested in Duluth for Murder and Arson in Fatal July Fire
DULUTH, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Duluth Police have made a significant arrest this Sunday in connection with a deadly arson that occurred on July 25th. Tyler Edwards, 25, has been taken into custody and is facing several serious charges, including second-degree murder, first-degree arson, second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon, and interference with a dead body.… Continue reading Suspect Arrested in Duluth for Murder and Arson in Fatal July Fire
Jennifer Stately’s Case Moves to Federal Court: Facing Multiple Charges in the Tragic Deaths of Her Sons
RED LAKE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – We have an important update in the ongoing legal proceedings against Jennifer Stately of Red Lake, Minnesota, who is accused of the tragic murders of her two young sons. On March 15th, 2024, Stately allegedly stabbed her five and six-year-old sons and then set their home on fire. One of… Continue reading Jennifer Stately’s Case Moves to Federal Court: Facing Multiple Charges in the Tragic Deaths of Her Sons
Fargo Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges for Attempted Arson and Domestic Violence
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Christopher Plentychief, a Fargo resident, is facing six felony charges following an alleged attempt to set fire to an apartment building at 901 42nd Street South on July 28th. According to court documents, Plentychief threatened his former girlfriend with a knife, prevented her from calling 911, poured lighter fluid on the… Continue reading Fargo Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges for Attempted Arson and Domestic Violence
Thief River Falls Woman Convicted of Arson After Drunken Incident
THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Misty Myhrer, a woman from Thief River Falls, has been convicted of 4th-degree arson for setting her apartment on fire following a night of drinking in January. Initially charged with 1st-degree arson, Myhrer received credit for one week served in jail and faces no further incarceration unless she violates… Continue reading Thief River Falls Woman Convicted of Arson After Drunken Incident
Goodridge Man Arrested for Attempted Arson in Domestic Assault Incident
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On July 2 at 9:41 p.m., the sheriff’s office received a report of a domestic assault at a home along Guinan Avenue in Goodridge. Michael Tyler Moe, 35, of Goodridge, has been cited for domestic assault with the intent to cause fear of immediate bodily harm or death. He… Continue reading Goodridge Man Arrested for Attempted Arson in Domestic Assault Incident
Redby Woman Charged with Arson and Burglary in Bemidji Incident
BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 43-year-old woman from Redby, Minnesota, Renee King, is facing felony charges of arson and burglary after allegedly attempting to set a home on fire near Bemidji. The incident occurred south of Bemidji off Carr Lake Road. According to the homeowner, Faith Moan, they were sleeping when King allegedly took a… Continue reading Redby Woman Charged with Arson and Burglary in Bemidji Incident
Thief River Falls Crime Report: DUI, Arson, and Domestic Assault Cases Among Recent Sentences 6-11-2024
Thief River Falls Police Department Cases: DUI and Controlled Substance Cases: Justin Mark Holter, 46 Charges: Fourth-degree driving while impaired, fifth-degree controlled substance crime, introduction of contraband in a correctional facility, no proof of insurance (dismissed) Sentence: $1,785 fine, 30 days in jail (stayed for two years), probation for two years, comprehensive assessment and treatment… Continue reading Thief River Falls Crime Report: DUI, Arson, and Domestic Assault Cases Among Recent Sentences 6-11-2024
Cody James Belgarde Sentenced to Over 27 Years for Teen’s Murder and Arson
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Cody James Belgarde, 37, from Saint Michael, Spirit Lake Nation, received a 327-month sentence for killing 17-year-old Leroy Chapin of Parshall on January 14, 2021. The incident involved second-degree murder and arson, with Belgarde shooting Chapin with a shotgun at his own house. He then set the house on fire to… Continue reading Cody James Belgarde Sentenced to Over 27 Years for Teen’s Murder and Arson
Introducing “Jack” The Arson Dog
DULUTH, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The Duluth, Minnesota Fire Department has the state’s first “arson dog”.