Hunting Accident Involving 12-Year-Old Boy Deemed Homicide; No Criminal Charges Filed

Death Of 12-Year Old Boy In Hunting Accident Ruled Homicide, No Charge Filed As Crime CASS COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The Hennepin County Medical Examiner has ruled the death of a 12-year old boy as a Homicide. The incident was originally investigated as a hunting accident. The victim has been identified as 12-year old Jeremy Her… Continue reading Hunting Accident Involving 12-Year-Old Boy Deemed Homicide; No Criminal Charges Filed

Boy Found Safe Following Early Wednesday Morning Search in Beltrami County, MN

FOUND SAFE: Early Wednesday Morning Search For Missing Boy In Beltrami County, MN BELTRAMI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) An extensive search is being organized for a 12-year old boy, who ran into the woods Tuesday night and hasn’t been seen since that time. The child was found safe later this morning.

Clay County: Sunny Boy Kaiyouwel Arrested for Domestic Assault Causing Bodily Harm

Clay County (trfnews.i234.me) — Sunny Boy Kaiyouwel, age 41, was arrested on March 21, 2025, by the Moorhead Police Department following a domestic disturbance. Charges filed: Domestic Assault – Fear of Bodily Harm Domestic Assault – Inflict Bodily Harm Authorities allege Kaiyouwel was involved in an incident where a victim feared bodily harm and subsequently sustained… Continue reading Clay County: Sunny Boy Kaiyouwel Arrested for Domestic Assault Causing Bodily Harm

Update: 6-Year-Old Boy Tragically Killed – Driver Identified as 19-Year-Old Julian Castro Montoya from Watford City, Charges Pending

UPDATE 6-YR. OLD BOY KILLED: Driver: (19) Julian Castro Montoya, Watford City, Charges Pending WATFORD CITY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A tragic accident claimed the life of a 6-year old boy in Watford City, North Dakota Saturday evening.

Watford City Man Charged in Death of 6-Year-Old Boy

Watford City Man Charged In Death OF 6-Year Old Boy WATFORD CITY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Watford City, North Dakota man is now facing a criminal charge, after striking and killing a 6-year old boy who was riding his bicycle in that town Saturday evening.

Injured Boy Airlifted; Heavy Police Activity Reported in Onigum, MN

Injured Boy Airlifted From Scene, Large Police Presence Around Onigum, MN ONIGUM, MN (trfnews.i234.me) An injured boy was airlifted from Onigum, Minnesota this Thursday evening. A resident says there is a large police presence around the area.

Update: Additional Information on 8-Year-Old Boy Found Safe Near Cass Lake, MN

UPDATE: More Details Regarding 8-Year Old Boy Found Safe Near Cass Lake, MN CASS LAKE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have more details regarding an 8-year old boy who was found safe Friday morning, after going missing Thursday night.

UPDATE: Superintendent’s Statement on the Passing of Teenage Boy

UPDATE: Statement From Superintendent Regarding Loss Of Teenage Boy NEWFOLDEN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have a statement from the Superintendent of Marshall County Central Schools, regarding the loss of a teenage boy Tuesday evening to a gunshot.

UPDATE: 13-Year-Old Boy Apprehended After Daring Grand Forks Theft

UPDATE: 13-Year Old Boy In Custody Following Brazen, Grand Forks Theft GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A 13-year old boy is in custody following a brazen theft out of Happy Harry’s in Grand Forks Tuesday morning.

Family Provides Insight Into Tragic Dog Attack on Boy

UPDATE: Family Explains Fatal Dog Attack Of Boy FORT TOTTEN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding the fatal dog attack of a boy on the Spirit Lake Nation near Devils Lake, North Dakota on Sunday and identification of the victim.

Exclusive Video Update: Tragic Incident in Northwood, North Dakota – 15-Year-Old Boy Killed

EXCLUSIVE VIDEO UPDATE: 15-Year Old Boy Murdered In Northwood, North Dakota NORTHWOOD, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A 15-year old boy has been murdered in Northwood, North Dakota. Thirty-two year old Samantha Wilson of Northwood is in custody as the suspect in the case.

Daycare Provider Accused of Murder After 5-Month-Old Boy Dies from Head Trauma

Daycare Provider Charged With Murder Of Baby, 5-Month Old Boy Died Of Head Trauma CARRINGTON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Carrington, North Dakota daycare provider has been charged with Murder.

St. Paul Man Sentenced for Felony Domestic Assault in Becker County

Morye Deshawn Cooley

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Morye Deshawn Cooley, 30, of St. Paul, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for felony domestic assault, following a violent incident involving a woman and child in Detroit Lakes. Incident Details On the evening of December 27, 2023, Detroit Lakes police responded to a domestic assault call at a residence.… Continue reading St. Paul Man Sentenced for Felony Domestic Assault in Becker County

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

Update: Alcohol Responsible for Death of 15-Year-Old Boy

UPDATE: Alcohol Caused Death Of 15-Year Old Boy RICE LAKE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding the deaths of 2 people, just hours apart in Rice Lake, Minnesota back in March. The mother of a deceased boy tells TRF News the cause of her son’s death was alcohol.

Funeral Scheduled for Dilworth Child Following Severe Flu Complications

Zaydan Sandbeck

FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Funeral arrangements have been finalized for Zaydan Sandbeck, a 5-year-old child from Dilworth, who passed away after complications from flu symptoms. Zaydan’s condition reportedly escalated after he developed a high fever of nearly 106 degrees. This led to a seizure and subsequent brain swelling, according to social media updates shared by… Continue reading Funeral Scheduled for Dilworth Child Following Severe Flu Complications

A Narrow Escape: 13-Year-Old Boy Arrested for Attempting to Enter Wisconsin Elementary School with Suspicious Bags

A Narrow Escape: 13-Year-Old Boy Arrested for Attempting to Enter Wisconsin Elementary School with Suspicious Bags

MADISON, Wis (trfnews.i234.me) – A 13-year-old boy who had researched school shootings online was arrested hours after he tried to enter a Wisconsin elementary school with suspicious bags, police said. Investigators believe the boy was armed, judging by videos of him brandishing what investigators believe was a rifle and comments he made to other students.… Continue reading A Narrow Escape: 13-Year-Old Boy Arrested for Attempting to Enter Wisconsin Elementary School with Suspicious Bags

Tragic Farm Accident Claims Life of 10-Year-Old Boy in Minnesota

Tragic Farm Accident Claims Life of 10-Year-Old Boy in Minnesota

KARLSTAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A tragic farm accident has claimed the life of a 10-year-old boy in Karlstad, Minnesota. According to Sheriff Matt Vig, authorities were called to a farm on Friday evening after receiving reports that the child had been struck by a rock windrower. The incident occurred at approximately 4:41 p.m., and despite… Continue reading Tragic Farm Accident Claims Life of 10-Year-Old Boy in Minnesota

Tragic Accident Claims Life of 5-Year-Old Boy in Minnesota Mine Pit

5-Year Old Boy Dies In Tragic Fall Into Minnesota Mine Pit VIRGINIA, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A 5-year old boy has died, after falling off a cliff into a mine pit in Virginia, Minnesota Wednesday afternoon.

Update: Boy Survives Near-Drowning Incident at Grand Forks Water Park

UPDATE: Boy Survives Near Drowning At Grand Forks Water Park GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A witness has more details regarding a near drowning at a Grand Forks water park Saturday afternoon.

Warroad Resident Admits to Sexual Assault of a 6-Year-Old Boy

Warroad Man Pleads Guilty To Sexually Assaulting 6-Year Old Boy ROSSEAU, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Warroad, Minnesota man plead guilty today under a plea agreement to sexually assaulting a 6-year old boy in a public restroom at the Warroad City Campground last Summer.

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.

Exclusive: Heroic Rescue of 3-Year-Old Boy in Fort Totten, ND

EXCLUSIVE: Dramatic Rescue Of 3-Yr. Old Boy At Fort Totten, ND FORT TOTTEN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have the story of the dramatic rescue of a 3-year old boy in Fort Totten, North Dakota Wednesday night.

UPDATE: Search Continues for 8-Year-Old Boy Missing Near Cass Lake, Minnesota as of Friday Morning

UPDATE: 8-Year Old Boy Still Missing Near Cass Lake, Minnesota On Friday Morning CASS LAKE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The Minnesota BCA says an 8-year old boy who went missing Thursday evening is still missing on this Friday morning.

Investigation Ongoing After 12-Year-Old Boy Jumps from Burning Home in Moorhead

Investigation Ongoing After 12-Year-Old Boy Jumps from Burning Home in Moorhead

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – The investigation continues after a 12-year-old boy jumped from the window of a burning home in North Moorhead, Minnesota, on Thursday afternoon. The Moorhead Fire Department received a call at 1:45 p.m. and arrived to find the house fully engulfed in flames. The boy, who suffered from smoke inhalation, was the… Continue reading Investigation Ongoing After 12-Year-Old Boy Jumps from Burning Home in Moorhead

Boy Leaps from Window as Fire Destroys Moorhead Home

Boy Leaps from Window as Fire Destroys Moorhead Home

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A devastating fire destroyed a home on the north side of Moorhead, Minnesota, on Thursday afternoon. The blaze, which occurred at 3:12 p.m. on 67th Avenue North, left the house in ruins. Two boys were inside at the time of the fire, and one of them had to jump out of… Continue reading Boy Leaps from Window as Fire Destroys Moorhead Home

Crookston Man Charged with Sex Crime Involving Boy, Suspect Connected To Crookston Youth Hangout

G Thomas Amiot

CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Crookston, Minnesota man is facing a 1st Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct charge involving a boy. The suspect also has a connection to a youth hangout in that town. A disturbing case in more ways than one out of Crookston Minnesota, G Thomas Amiot who was on the foundation board for… Continue reading Crookston Man Charged with Sex Crime Involving Boy, Suspect Connected To Crookston Youth Hangout

Plummer Man Faces Felony Charges for Allegedly Abusing Boy Over Three Years

Chad Dean Stanford

Plummer, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Chad Dean Stanford, 45, of Plummer, has been charged with three felony counts of second-degree criminal sexual conduct after allegedly sexually abusing a boy for nearly three years. The charges were filed in Red Lake County District Court on August 2. According to the complaint, the abuse came to light following… Continue reading Plummer Man Faces Felony Charges for Allegedly Abusing Boy Over Three Years

Two Caregivers Arrested for Murder in Moorhead Toddler’s Death

Eastyn Deronjic

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — Two caregivers have been arrested on murder charges in connection with the March death of a three-year-old Moorhead boy. Shiann Erickson, 21, and Rosa Garza, 24, are currently held in the Clay County Correctional Center, each charged with second-degree murder without intent. The investigation into the death of Eastyn Deronjic began… Continue reading Two Caregivers Arrested for Murder in Moorhead Toddler’s Death

Moorhead Pair Charged with Second-Degree Murder in Death of 3-Year-Old Boy

Moorhead Couple Charged with Murder of 3-Year-Old Boy

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Moorhead, Minnesota pair has been charged with second-degree murder in connection to the death of three-year-old Eastyn Deronjic last March. Shiann Erickson and Rosa Garza, also known as Mason Garza, have each been charged with second-degree murder without intent in the child’s death. According to the criminal complaint, on March… Continue reading Moorhead Pair Charged with Second-Degree Murder in Death of 3-Year-Old Boy

Moorhead Couple Charged with Murder of 3-Year-Old Boy

Moorhead Couple Charged with Murder of 3-Year-Old Boy

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A man and woman from Moorhead, Minnesota, have been charged with the murder of a child. On March 18th, Moorhead police began investigating the death of three-year-old Eastyn Deronjic after responding to a medical call for a child not breathing in the 1500 block of Beasley Boulevard. The investigation has been… Continue reading Moorhead Couple Charged with Murder of 3-Year-Old Boy

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

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

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