Fargo: Judge Sets $5M Cash Bail in Wengel Case

Fargo: Judge Sets $5M Cash Bail in Wengel Case

Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — A judge set $5 million cash-only bail for a 21-year-old Fargo man accused of killing 25-year-old Isadora Wengel. Charges filed Joshua Alexander Hite appeared in court on Friday for his initial appearance. He was arrested on Feb. 10, authorities said. Hite faces charges of murder and other counts. Those include… Continue reading Fargo: Judge Sets $5M Cash Bail in Wengel Case

Walker Woman Charged After Cass County DWI Stop

Stacy Jo Bieloh

Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) A Walker woman is charged in a DWI case. The stop happened on Sunday, February 8, 2026. It was around 9:39 p.m., according to the complaint. Prosecutors charged Stacy Jo Bieloh, 56, of Walker, Minnesota. The case was filed in Cass County Court on February 9, 2026. Charges filed Bieloh is charged… Continue reading Walker Woman Charged After Cass County DWI Stop

Walker Man Charged in Strangulation Assault

Walker Man Charged in Strangulation Assault

Walker, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) Dakota Raez-Lordez Jackson, 26, of Walker, faces three new charges. Prosecutors allege a family member was strangled during a late-night fight. Charges Filed Jackson is charged with felony Domestic Assault – By Strangulation under Minnesota Statute 609.2247. He is also charged with gross misdemeanor Domestic Assault – Subsequent Violation under Minnesota… Continue reading Walker Man Charged in Strangulation Assault

Pine River: Backus Man Charged in Trailer Theft

Pine River: Backus Man Charged in Trailer Theft

Pine River, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Backus man is charged in a trailer theft case, court papers say. Charge filed Guy Steven Boyles, 44, of Backus, Minnesota, is facing one felony theft count. The charge involves a 6-by-12 Hallmark enclosed trailer. What was reported Court documents say a male victim told law enforcement his… Continue reading Pine River: Backus Man Charged in Trailer Theft

West Fargo Shots Fired; Florida Woman Arrested

West Fargo Shots Fired; Florida Woman Arrested

WEST FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — West Fargo police say shots were fired Friday afternoon. Officers were called at 1:56 p.m. to the 400 block of 26th Avenue West. The call reported shots fired in the area, police said. What the police say happened Officers arrived and confirmed gunfire, according to police. Police say two nearby… Continue reading West Fargo Shots Fired; Florida Woman Arrested

Cass Lake Woman Charged in Minneapolis Fentanyl Sale

Cass Lake Woman Charged in Minneapolis Fentanyl Sale

Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Cass Lake woman faces a felony drug sale charge. Prosecutors say the deal happened at a Minneapolis transit stop. Jessica Mae Brunelle, 22, of Cass Lake, is charged with one count. The count is 3rd Degree Drug Sale – Narcotic (Minn. Stat. § 152.023, subd. 1(1)). What happened According to… Continue reading Cass Lake Woman Charged in Minneapolis Fentanyl Sale

West Fargo Church Manager Charged in $600K Fraud

West Fargo Church Manager Charged in $600K Fraud

West Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — Federal prosecutors allege a former church business manager stole about $600,000. The case involves Faith Journey Lutheran Church in West Fargo, North Dakota. Authorities say Carly Anne Tufte worked as the church business manager from 2019 through Dec. 13, 2024. Prosecutors say she handled bills, payments, and bookkeeping during… Continue reading West Fargo Church Manager Charged in $600K Fraud

Fargo Couple Charged in 3-Month-Old’s Injuries

Fargo Couple Charged in 3-Month-Old’s Injuries

Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — Two Fargo residents face felony charges tied to injuries to a 3-month-old baby, according to police records. Authorities named Wyatt L. Lesmann and Vanessa Metzger Prebil. The child is listed as Jane Doe. The hospital visit raised concerns Police say the baby was brought to Sanford Medical Center Fargo on… Continue reading Fargo Couple Charged in 3-Month-Old’s Injuries

Fargo: Man Charged in $1K+ Makeup Theft

Fargo: Man Charged in $1K+ Makeup Theft

Fargo (trfnews.i234.me) — A Fargo man already in jail now faces a new felony theft charge. Authorities say the case is tied to shoplifting at West Acres Mall in Fargo. Investigators identified Tayshaun White Eagle, of Fargo, after reviewing surveillance video. Authorities say the reported loss was more than $1,000 in makeup items. West Acres… Continue reading Fargo: Man Charged in $1K+ Makeup Theft

Fargo: Jordan Elija Cooper Charged After Door Kicked In

Fargo: Jordan Elija Cooper Charged After Door Kicked In

Fargo, Cass County, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) — Jordan Elija Cooper of Fargo is facing several criminal charges. According to court documents, officers were called to a Fargo apartment on Jan. 31 after a reported disturbance. What court documents allege Records say the homeowner told police that Cooper is homeless. The homeowner also said Cooper had… Continue reading Fargo: Jordan Elija Cooper Charged After Door Kicked In