UPDATE: Man Who Dressed As Clown Files His Lawsuit CROW WING COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A man, who was dressed as a clown addressing Crow Wing County Commissioners during a recent meeting and threatening a lawsuit has file it. Link for lawsuit: https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/18578460/1/scheffler-v-city-of-nisswa/
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BREAKING: Motorcycle Collides with Crow Wing County Squad Car Near Brainerd, Rider Hospitalized
Crow Wing County, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — An 18-year-old motorcyclist was hospitalized following a collision with a Crow Wing County Sheriff’s Department squad vehicle on Thursday evening, April 10, 2025. The incident occurred just after 7:00 p.m. on County Road 45 near Cook Road, south of Brainerd. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, the squad vehicle,… Continue reading BREAKING: Motorcycle Collides with Crow Wing County Squad Car Near Brainerd, Rider Hospitalized
Battle of the Crow Wing Squad Against a Motorcycle in the Vicinity of Brainerd, Minnesota
BRAINERD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The driver of a Crow Wing County Sheriff’s Office squad vehicle was involved in a crash with a motorcycle Thursday evening.
The Crow Wing Squad Facing Off Against a Motorcycle Near Brainerd, Minnesota
BRAINERD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The driver of a Crow Wing County Sheriff’s Office squad vehicle was involved in a crash with a motorcycle Thursday evening.
Battle of the Crow Wing Squad: Motorcycle Encounter in Brainerd, Minnesota
BRAINERD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The driver of a Crow Wing County Sheriff’s Office squad vehicle was involved in a crash with a motorcycle Thursday evening.
CR 45 near Cook Rd South of Brainerd, CROW WING TWP, Crow Wing County Crash
Incident Incident type: Injury ICR: 25800540 Date/Time: 04/10/2025 19:14 District: 2800 Brainerd Case Information Contact: 218-316-3030 Media Contact: MSP PIO Lt. Michael Lee (651) 343-4680 Location: CR 45 near Cook Rd South of Brainerd, CROW WING TWP, Crow Wing County Description: (V1) 2020 Ford Explorer. (V2) 2004 Suzuki Motorcycle. 2020 Ford Explorer… Continue reading CR 45 near Cook Rd South of Brainerd, CROW WING TWP, Crow Wing County
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Urgent Update: House Fire Occurs Sunday Night in Brainerd
BREAKING NEWS: Sunday Night House Fire In Brainerd BRAINERD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A serious house fire in Brainerd, Minnesota Sunday evening.,
Brainerd Man Arrested by SWAT After Allegedly Threatening to Shoot Girlfriend in Otter Tail County
Otter Tail County (trfnews.i234.me) — A 33-year-old Brainerd man, Donavan Trayon Bolden, was arrested over the weekend by the Otter Tail County SWAT Team following a volatile domestic situation near Fergus Falls. The incident began on Friday evening when Bolden’s girlfriend reported that a dispute erupted after the couple attempted to cash a check at… Continue reading Brainerd Man Arrested by SWAT After Allegedly Threatening to Shoot Girlfriend in Otter Tail County
Crow Wing County — Chain Reaction Crash on Hwy 371 Injures Brainerd Woman
BAXTER, Crow Wing County (trfnews.i234.me) — On March 11, 2025, at approximately 12:21 p.m., a three-vehicle chain-reaction crash occurred on southbound Highway 371 at Clearwater Road in Baxter. A 2022 Dodge Ram Pickup driven by Nathan David Johnson, 28, of Pequot Lakes, MN, rear-ended a 2023 GMC Canyon Pickup driven by 41-year-old Travis Hamilton Grawey… Continue reading Crow Wing County — Chain Reaction Crash on Hwy 371 Injures Brainerd Woman
Brainerd Man Pleads Guilty to Possessing Thousands of Fentanyl Pills for Distribution
Brainerd, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—A Minnesota man has pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court to possession with intent to distribute fentanyl after authorities seized thousands of fentanyl pills from his storage unit and residence. Defendant: Dazaughn Ellis West, 28 Charges & Legal Proceedings: One count of possession with intent to distribute fentanyl Plea entered on Monday,… Continue reading Brainerd Man Pleads Guilty to Possessing Thousands of Fentanyl Pills for Distribution
Highway 371 and Willow Street, BRAINERD, Crow Wing County Crash
Incident Incident type: Injury ICR: 25800238 Date/Time: 02/14/2025 10:37 District: 2800 Brainerd Case Information Contact: 218-316-3030 Media Contact: MSP PIO Lt. Michael Lee (651) 343-4680 Location: Highway 371 and Willow Street, BRAINERD, Crow Wing County Description: Toyota Camry was eastbound on Willow Street when it ran the stop sign at the intersection… Continue reading Highway 371 and Willow Street, BRAINERD, Crow Wing County
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Snowmobile Fatality on Gull Lake Near Brainerd, Minnesota
Fatal Snowmobile Crash On Gull Lake, Near Brainerd, Minnesota CASS COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) An 18-year old man from Mendota has died from injuries in a snowmobile crash on Gull Lake near Brainerd, Minnesota Friday night.
Brainerd, Minnesota School Threat Results in Boy’s Arrest
BRAINERD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A 14-year old boy is in custody, following a threat this morning at the Brainerd, Minnesota High School.
Brainerd Man Accused of Sexual Offense Involving Minor in Otter Tail County
OTTER TAIL COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Brainerd, Minnesota man has been charged with 4th Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct …
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
Man Arrested, Pregnant Woman and Children Rescued in Brainerd AMBER Alert
BRAINERD, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — The Crow Wing County Sheriff’s Office reported that Chad Aanerud was taken into custody after allegedly abducting a pregnant woman and her four children. The incident occurred near Brainerd on Friday morning. A statewide AMBER Alert was issued due to concerns for the safety of the victims, but they were found… Continue reading Man Arrested, Pregnant Woman and Children Rescued in Brainerd AMBER Alert
Chaos in Brainerd: 35-Year-Old Man Arrested for Shooting and Abduction
BRAINERD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On November 1st, a suspect was arrested by law enforcement in connection to a shooting death that occurred on Loerch Road near Brainerd. The victim of the shooting was identified as Lyle Maske, age 62. The Crow Wing County sheriff’s office reported that Chad Aanerud, a 35-year-old man from Brainerd, is… Continue reading Chaos in Brainerd: 35-Year-Old Man Arrested for Shooting and Abduction
Business Highway 371 at Industrial Park Rd SW, BRAINERD, Crow Wing County Crash
Incident Incident type: Injury ICR: 24801588 Date/Time: 10/30/2024 09:50 District: 2800 Brainerd Case Information Contact: 218-316-3030 Media Contact: MSP PIO Lt. Michael Lee (651) 343-4680 Location: Business Highway 371 at Industrial Park Rd SW, BRAINERD, Crow Wing County Description: The State Patrol is investigating an injury crash; however, the extent of injuries… Continue reading Business Highway 371 at Industrial Park Rd SW, BRAINERD, Crow Wing County
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Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office Report 10/28/24
On the evening of 10/18/24, Ivy April Mussell (23) of Brainerd was cited for speeding on Main Ave. in Red Lake Falls. On the evening of 10/18/24, a juvenile female from Lengby was cited for speeding on Main Ave. in Red Lake Falls. In the early morning hours of 10/19/24, a Red Lake Falls resident… Continue reading Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office Report 10/28/24
Brainerd, MN: Search Underway for Missing Woman
Missing Woman In Brainerd, MN BRAINERD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The Crow Wing County Sheriff’s Department is asking for your help in finding a missing woman.
Breaking News: Brainerd Man Admits to Distributing Thousands of Fentanyl Pills
BRAINERD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a significant legal development, 28-year-old Dazaughn Ellis West of Brainerd has pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute thousands of fentanyl pills. The plea was announced by U.S. Attorney Andrew M. Luger on August 1, 2024, as part of an extensive federal drug investigation led by the Lakes Area… Continue reading Breaking News: Brainerd Man Admits to Distributing Thousands of Fentanyl Pills
Brainerd Man Charged with Felony Burglary in Bemidji Over Missing Clothes
BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Lawrencio Hernandez, 21, of Brainerd, is facing serious criminal charges in Bemidji. According to court documents, on July 12, Hernandez broke into an apartment on the 1800 block of Conifer Avenue. He was reportedly upset over missing clothes he believed were stolen by the victim’s brother. During the incident, Hernandez also… Continue reading Brainerd Man Charged with Felony Burglary in Bemidji Over Missing Clothes
Brainerd Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges in Sexual Assault Case
BRAINERD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) -Joseph Christopher Mendez Macias, a 31-year-old resident of Brainerd, has been arraigned on Thursday morning on six felony charges of criminal sexual conduct. Stemming from a report filed on Tuesday, April 16, Mendez Macias now faces significant legal consequences for his alleged actions. Charges and Arraignment Mendez Macias appeared in Crow Wing… Continue reading Brainerd Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges in Sexual Assault Case