Tag: Child

Cass County Horror: Fargo Man Accused of Beating Woman, Threatening to Kill Her in Front of Child

Nick Mark Ivan Gaudin

Cass County, Fargo (trfnews.i234.me) – In a chilling domestic violence case unfolding in Fargo, Nick Mark Ivan Gaudin has been charged with five felonies stemming from a terrifying series of assaults on a woman — including while a child was present — according to Cass County court documents. The violence reportedly began on April 2, when… Continue reading Cass County Horror: Fargo Man Accused of Beating Woman, Threatening to Kill Her in Front of Child

Moorhead: Forrest Austin Trent Arrested on Multiple Child Pornography Charges

Forrest Austin Trent

Moorhead (trfnews.i234.me) — Forrest Austin Trent, age 37, was arrested following actions by both the Minnesota Department of Corrections and Moorhead Police Department on severe criminal charges involving child pornography. Charges Filed: Possess Pornographic Work Possess Pornographic Work – Person Under 13, Prior Conviction, Registered Predatory Offender Possess Pornographic Work – Prior Conviction or Adjudication Possess… Continue reading Moorhead: Forrest Austin Trent Arrested on Multiple Child Pornography Charges

Fargo Man Arrested on Felony Child Abuse and Neglect Charges

Andrew Joel Noreen

On April 5, 2025, Fargo police arrested 42-year-old Andrew Joel Noreen on felony charges of child abuse and neglect. A 911 caller reported hearing yelling and a child exclaiming, “You’re hurting me.” Upon arrival, officers interviewed the child, who alleged that Noreen threw a book, struck the child’s arm cast, grabbed the child by the… Continue reading Fargo Man Arrested on Felony Child Abuse and Neglect Charges

Cass & Clay Counties: Randy Lee Silvis Jr. Arrested for Child Endangerment, Domestic Assault by Strangulation & DANCO Violations

Randy Lee Silvis Jr.

Cass & Clay Counties (trfnews.i234.me) — Randy Lee Silvis Jr., age 35, was apprehended by law enforcement in both Cass County and Clay County, facing several serious felony and misdemeanor charges. Charges Filed: Cass County Sheriff’s Office: Probation Violation Clay County Sheriff’s Office: DANCO Violation Moorhead Police Department: Child Endangerment – Creating a Situation That Could… Continue reading Cass & Clay Counties: Randy Lee Silvis Jr. Arrested for Child Endangerment, Domestic Assault by Strangulation & DANCO Violations

Clay County: Jacob Allen Paulus Arrested for Possession of Child Exploitation Material Involving Minors

Jacob Allen Paulus

Clay County (trfnews.i234.me) — Jacob Allen Paulus, age 24, has been arrested by the Clay County Sheriff’s Office on multiple felony charges connected to the possession of child exploitation materials. Charges include: Possession of Pornographic Work Possession of Pornographic Work Involving a Person Under 13 (2 counts) Authorities allege that Paulus was found with multiple illegal… Continue reading Clay County: Jacob Allen Paulus Arrested for Possession of Child Exploitation Material Involving Minors

EXCLUSIVE: Friend Defends Daycare Provider Accused of Child Neglect

EXCLUSIVE: Friend Speaks In Defense Of Cavalier Daycare Provider Charged With Child Neglect CAVALIER, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A friend of Susan Svenson, the Cavalier, North Dakota daycare provider charged with Child Neglect, speaks out in her defense.

Mayville man who committed suicide was being investigated for possession of child pornography

Mayville Man Who Killed Himself Was Under Investigation For Child Porn MAYVILLE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Steve Volla, a Mayville, North Dakota man who killed himself when confronted by law enforcement last Wednesday was under investigation for child porn.

Grafton Couple with Child in Car Facing Drug Charges on Christmas Eve

Grafton Couple With Child In Vehicle Facing Christmas Eve Drug Charges EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Grafton couple with a child in their vehicle was pulled over early on Christmas Eve morning and they’re now facing felony drug charges.

St. Louis County Scare: Mother and Child Injured After Slamming Guardrails on Icy Hwy 169 in Hibbing

Hibbing, St. Louis County (trfnews.i234.me) — A mother and her 4-year-old child were injured late Sunday morning after their vehicle spun out of control on an icy stretch of Highway 169, striking both guardrails before coming to a stop. 🚗 The crash occurred at mile marker 343, just outside Hibbing, at approximately 11:01 a.m. According… Continue reading St. Louis County Scare: Mother and Child Injured After Slamming Guardrails on Icy Hwy 169 in Hibbing

Shocking Discovery in Fargo: Local Man Charged with Child Pornography, Police Investigation Uncovers Disturbing Findings

Khalil Dunn

Fargo, North Dakota (TRFNews.i234.me)— A disturbing investigation has led to the arrest of a local man on child porn charges. According to court documents, the North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation began its probe last July following a Cyber tip regarding Khalil Dunn’s alleged possession of 28 files containing videos and images of children engaged… Continue reading Shocking Discovery in Fargo: Local Man Charged with Child Pornography, Police Investigation Uncovers Disturbing Findings

Urgent Update: 3-Year-Old Child Falls from Second-Story Window in Grand Forks

BREAKING NEWS: 3-Year Old Child Falls Out Of 2nd Story Window In Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Police responded to a report of a child falling out of a second story window at 12:35 pm today.

Beltrami County Arrest: Nicholas Rosebear Booked on Child Neglect and Drug-Related DWI Charges!

Nicholas Rosebear

Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) — Nicholas Rosebear, height 5’11”, weighing 180 lbs, with black hair and brown eyes, was booked into Beltrami County Jail on March 23, 2025, and is facing a troubling list of charges according to court records. Charges filed in District Court under Case #25-004897 include: 609.378.1(a) – Neglect or Endangerment of a… Continue reading Beltrami County Arrest: Nicholas Rosebear Booked on Child Neglect and Drug-Related DWI Charges!

Breaking News: School Custodian Charged with Solicitation of Child Sex

BREAKING NEWS: Solicitation Of Child Sex Charges Filed Against School Custodian GREENBUSH, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Charges have been filed against a custodian at the Greenbush-Middle River School for allegedly soliciting child sex from an undercover agent.

Grand Forks County Bombshell: Ex-ND Senator Gets 10 Years for Child Sex Crimes!

Grand Forks County Bombshell: Ex-ND Senator Gets 10 Years for Child Sex Crimes!

Grand Forks, North Dakota (TRFNews.i234.me) — A former North Dakota lawmaker has been sentenced to spend 10 years in prison for sexually abusing children. The sentencing began at 9:30 AM Wednesday and lasted nearly 7 hours. State attorneys called a special agent who has been leading the investigation, while two of Holmberg’s victims also gave… Continue reading Grand Forks County Bombshell: Ex-ND Senator Gets 10 Years for Child Sex Crimes!

Grand Forks County SHOCKER: Child Hit in Hit-and-Run Near School, Suspect Identified But STILL No Charges!

Grand Forks County SHOCKER: Child Hit in Hit-and-Run Near School, Suspect Identified But STILL No Charges!

Grand Forks County (trfnews.i234.me) — In a deeply unsettling incident this week, a child was struck in a hit-and-run near Agassiz School in Grand Forks at the intersection of 6th Avenue North and North 39th Street. According to Grand Forks Police Chief Rodney Clark, speaking with TRF News early Tuesday morning, authorities have identified a… Continue reading Grand Forks County SHOCKER: Child Hit in Hit-and-Run Near School, Suspect Identified But STILL No Charges!

Minnesota Dean of Students Arrested for Sending Explicit Messages to Minor in Georgia

Christopher John Chad

VIRGINIA, MN — In a shocking turn of events, Christopher John Chad, 51, the dean of students at Rock Ridge High School in Eveleth, Minnesota, was arrested by St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office on Tuesday night on a warrant issued by Fulton County, Georgia. The charges include sending sexually explicit images and messages to a minor… Continue reading Minnesota Dean of Students Arrested for Sending Explicit Messages to Minor in Georgia

Duluth County Shocked: Former Climbing Coach Sentenced to Over 6 Years for Child Pornography

DULUTH County (trfnews.i234.me) — In a disturbing case that has shaken the Duluth community, former climbing instructor Lucas Matthew Kramer, 45, has been sentenced to 6 ½ years in federal prison after pleading guilty to possession of child sexual abuse materials. Kramer, who previously worked as a climbing coordinator at the University of Minnesota Duluth… Continue reading Duluth County Shocked: Former Climbing Coach Sentenced to Over 6 Years for Child Pornography

Cass County: Jess Anthony Porsche Jr Charged with Domestic Violence, Child Neglect & Criminal Mischief

Jess Anthony Porsche Jr

Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — Jess Anthony Porsche Jr, of West Fargo, has been charged with two counts of domestic violence, child neglect, and criminal mischief following a domestic incident on March 15th. According to authorities, during an argument, Porsche allegedly choked a female victim and caused property damage by throwing objects around the residence. Several children… Continue reading Cass County: Jess Anthony Porsche Jr Charged with Domestic Violence, Child Neglect & Criminal Mischief

Grand Forks County: Damon James Johns Charged with Felony Child Neglect & Domestic Violence

Damon James Johns

Grand Forks County (trfnews.i234.me) — Damon James Johns, of Red Lake Falls, Minnesota, has been charged with felony child neglect and misdemeanor domestic violence in Grand Forks, according to court documents. The charges stem from an incident on March 15th at a Grand Forks motel, where Johns and his female partner had allegedly been drinking. The… Continue reading Grand Forks County: Damon James Johns Charged with Felony Child Neglect & Domestic Violence

Charges of DUI and Other Offenses While Picking up Child at Girlfriend’s Daycare

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks woman is facing a DUI charge and more, while picking up her child at a day care center.

Pennington County Shock: Man Caught Passing School Bus While Child Was Outside

William Jose Rivera Ramos

Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — In Pennington County, Minnesota, a disturbing traffic violation has come to light. Authorities report that William Ramos was booked into the Pennington County Jail on March 20, 2025, after allegedly failing to stop for a school bus with a child present outside. Ramos, who stands 5’9″ tall and weighs 160 pounds,… Continue reading Pennington County Shock: Man Caught Passing School Bus While Child Was Outside

Man Reportedly Believed He Was Meeting a Child with a Sex Toy and Condom

Allegedly Thought He Was Waiting For Child With Sex Toy & Condom ROSEAU COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Greenbush, Minnesota man is facing criminal charges for allegedly using social media to try and setup a meeting for sex with a child.

GRAND RAPIDS BOMBSHELL: Minnesota State Senator Resigns Amid Child Sex Solicitation Charges

GRAND RAPIDS SENATOR ARRESTED: Justin Eichorn Resigns After Child Sex Sting, Faces Federal Felony

Grand Rapids, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) – Republican State Senator Justin Eichorn of Grand Rapids has resigned from the Minnesota Senate after being arrested earlier this week in a child sex sting operation conducted by Bloomington Police. Eichorn was charged Wednesday in U.S. District Court with a felony count of soliciting a minor, following his arrest on… Continue reading GRAND RAPIDS BOMBSHELL: Minnesota State Senator Resigns Amid Child Sex Solicitation Charges

Lola Kingbird Arrested in Beltrami County for Domestic Assault & Child Endangerment

Lola Kingbird

Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) – Lola Kingbird Arrested for Domestic Assault & Child Neglect! Law enforcement officials in Beltrami County have confirmed the arrest of Lola Kingbird on March 6, 2025. She has been charged with: Domestic Assault – Misdemeanor (Causing fear of immediate bodily harm or death) Child Neglect/Endangerment – Gross Misdemeanor She is currently… Continue reading Lola Kingbird Arrested in Beltrami County for Domestic Assault & Child Endangerment

PENNINGTON COUNTY: Woman JAILED for Child Neglect & Assault!

Lola Kingbird

Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — Authorities in Pennington County have arrested Lola Kingbird, who is now being held without bail on multiple charges, including child neglect and domestic assault. Kingbird was taken into custody on March 13, 2025, and is currently detained at Pennington County Jail. Official records show that she is charged with misdemeanor domestic assault… Continue reading PENNINGTON COUNTY: Woman JAILED for Child Neglect & Assault!

Grand Forks Man Charged with Felony Child Abuse After Infant’s Arm Broken!

Tyler Jeffrey Richards

Grand Forks, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — A disturbing case of child abuse has emerged in Grand Forks, where Tyler Jeffrey Richards has been charged with felony child abuse after allegedly breaking the arm of his infant son last September. 🚨 What Happened?According to court documents, Richards told investigators that he was feeding his infant when he… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Charged with Felony Child Abuse After Infant’s Arm Broken!

BREAKING: Aitkin County Man Arrested in Disturbing Child Solicitation Case!

Aitkin County (trfnews.i234.me) — A multi-agency operation led to the arrest of 41-year-old Jason R. Groen in Aitkin County after authorities executed a search warrant on a residence south of the city of Aitkin. 🚨 What Happened?At 10:30 a.m. today, the Aitkin Police Department, Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, State Patrol, and Aitkin County Sheriff’s… Continue reading BREAKING: Aitkin County Man Arrested in Disturbing Child Solicitation Case!

SHOCKING: Grand Forks Mother Tased & Arrested While Picking Up Child From Daycare!

Meleesa-Maree Areizaga

GRAND FORKS (trfnews.i234.me) – A routine daycare pickup turned into a shocking arrest when Meleesa-Maree Areizaga arrived at a Grand Forks daycare on March 11, 2025, displaying extreme signs of intoxication while holding her child! At 5:26 p.m., multiple 911 calls flooded dispatch as witnesses reported her erratic driving in the parking lot. When officers… Continue reading SHOCKING: Grand Forks Mother Tased & Arrested While Picking Up Child From Daycare!

Roseau County, MN: Murielle L. Owens Arrested on Drug & Child Endangerment Charges!

Murielle L. Owens

Roseau County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — Woman Arrested for Drug-Related Child Endangerment! Murielle L. Owens, 28, was booked into custody on March 12, 2025, by the Roseau County Sheriff’s Office on serious felony and gross misdemeanor charges. According to court records, Owens was charged with:✅ Felony – Storing Chemical Substances in the Presence of a Child… Continue reading Roseau County, MN: Murielle L. Owens Arrested on Drug & Child Endangerment Charges!

Emerado Man Charged with Two Counts of Child Rape, Faces Potential Life Sentence

Emerado Man Facing 2 Counts Of Child Rape, Possibility of Life In Prison EMERADO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) An Emerado, North Dakota man, Josephy Glaum has been charged with 2 counts of Gross Sexual Imposition, victim under fifteen.

Emerado Resident Accepts Plea Agreement in Child Sexual Assault Case

Emerado Man Takes Plea Deal In Child Sex Case EMERADO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) An Emerado, North Dakota man has plead guilty in a plea deal to 2 counts of Gross Sexual Imposition involved a child. Joseph Glaum is scheduled to be sentenced May 11, 2023.

TRIPLE SHOOTING HORROR NEAR ST. MICHAEL, ND: Mother & Child Killed, Survivor Critical!

Triple Murder Shocks Spirit Lake Nation—Suspect in Custody, Charges Pending

St. Michael, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — Suspect in Custody, Federal Charges Expected in Triple Shooting That Left Mother & Child Dead Authorities continue investigating a devastating triple shooting that unfolded Tuesday morning south of St. Michael, North Dakota. The suspect, believed to be a family member, was arrested hours later near H. Tiger Bay with apparent… Continue reading TRIPLE SHOOTING HORROR NEAR ST. MICHAEL, ND: Mother & Child Killed, Survivor Critical!

BREAKING: Former School Employee Used AI to Create Child Exploitation Images – Now Facing Federal Charges

William Michael Haslach

Maplewood, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – BREAKING UPDATE: A former school district employee in Minnesota has been federally indicted for producing sexually exploitative images of children using artificial intelligence (AI). William Michael Haslach, 30, of Maplewood, allegedly used his positions in two school districts—ISD 622 (North St. Paul, Maplewood, Oakdale) and ISD 834 (Stillwater)—to photograph children in… Continue reading BREAKING: Former School Employee Used AI to Create Child Exploitation Images – Now Facing Federal Charges

Grand Forks Police Launch Investigation into Death of 5-Month-Old Child

Grand Forks Police Investigating Death Of 5-Month Old Child GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Grand Forks Police investigating death of 5-month old child.

TWO-VEHICLE CRASH IN HIBBING SENDS CHILD & DRIVER TO HOSPITAL

Hibbing, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) – A two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Highway 73 and South Townline Road in Hibbing resulted in injuries to a young child and a driver on February 23 at 11:24 a.m. 🚔 According to the Minnesota State Patrol, a 2018 GMC Terrain was traveling westbound on South Townline Road when it… Continue reading TWO-VEHICLE CRASH IN HIBBING SENDS CHILD & DRIVER TO HOSPITAL

SHOCKING: Drunk Driver Smashes Into Fargo Home, Trapping Child Under Truck!

SHOCKING: Drunk Driver Smashes Into Fargo Home, Trapping Child Under Truck!

Fargo, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — A terrifying scene unfolded on Sunday afternoon in Fargo when a drunk driver lost control and crashed into a home on the 4700 block of 10th Avenue South, just west of Conan’s Furniture. The shocking incident happened shortly after 1:00 p.m., leaving a young child seriously injured. The driver, identified as… Continue reading SHOCKING: Drunk Driver Smashes Into Fargo Home, Trapping Child Under Truck!

🚨 Wright County Crash Injures Child in Monticello Intersection Collision 🚨

Wright County, MN – A two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Highway 25 and Chelsea Road in Monticello occurred on February 11, 2025, at 4:12 PM. While most involved escaped injury, a 7-year-old passenger suffered non-life-threatening injuries. Crash Details Time of Incident: 4:12 PM Location: Highway 25 & Chelsea Road, Monticello, MN Road Conditions: Dry… Continue reading 🚨 Wright County Crash Injures Child in Monticello Intersection Collision 🚨

Frazee Man Sentenced to 30 Years for Sickening Crimes Against Child in Becker County!

Shawn Louis Boit

Becker County (TRF News) – Frazee Man Sentenced to 30 Years for Child Sex Crimes In Frazee, Minnesota, a shocking verdict was handed down in the Becker County District Court against 46-year-old Shawn Louis Boit on four felony counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct. The chilling details reveal that he engaged in multiple acts of… Continue reading Frazee Man Sentenced to 30 Years for Sickening Crimes Against Child in Becker County!

UNVACCINATED CHILD DIES IN MEASLES OUTBREAK – FIRST U.S. DEATH SINCE 2015

West Texas (trfnews.i234.me) – A school-aged child has tragically died from measles, marking the first U.S. death from the disease since 2015. The child was unvaccinated and had been hospitalized last week in Covenant Children’s Hospital before succumbing to the illness. The Texas Department of State Health Services confirmed the fatality on Wednesday, amid a… Continue reading UNVACCINATED CHILD DIES IN MEASLES OUTBREAK – FIRST U.S. DEATH SINCE 2015

Thief River Falls Woman, Rachel Rae Olson, Charged with Child Endangerment & Assaulting Officer

Rachel Rae Olson

Thief River Falls, Minnesota – Rachel Rae Olson, 41, has been charged in Pennington County District Court after police found her and her 2-year-old child outside in dangerous subzero temperatures without proper winter clothing. Incident Details: According to court documents: At 11:29 a.m. on Tuesday, police received a report of a woman outside without a… Continue reading Thief River Falls Woman, Rachel Rae Olson, Charged with Child Endangerment & Assaulting Officer

Request to Dismiss Evidence in Grand Forks County Crash Case Involving Child Fatality

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Judge is considering a motion to dismiss a BAC, Blood Alcohol Content report in a June 2024 crash that killed a child near the Grand Forks Airport.

Grand Forks Woman to Plead Guilty in Daycare Child Abuse Case, Avoids Jail Time

Jarae Grad

Grand Forks, ND – A Grand Forks woman is set to plead guilty to a misdemeanor charge after being caught on video shaking and slamming a 1-year-old child at a local daycare in October. The shocking incident occurred at Hopeful Beginnings Child Care inside Hope Church, where a co-worker recorded Jarae Grad during what was… Continue reading Grand Forks Woman to Plead Guilty in Daycare Child Abuse Case, Avoids Jail Time

Roseau County’s Raven Affeldt Arrested for Child Endangerment

Raven L. Affeldt

Roseau County (trfnews.i234.me) – Authorities in Roseau County have arrested 28-year-old Raven L. Affeldt on a Gross Misdemeanor charge for Endangering a Child in a Situation That Could Cause Harm or Death. The arrest took place on February 24, 2025, and was carried out by the Roseau County Sheriff’s Office. While exact details surrounding the… Continue reading Roseau County’s Raven Affeldt Arrested for Child Endangerment

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

Grand Forks: Charges of Domestic Violence and Child Neglect Have Been Filed

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding a police response to a domestic violence incident in Grand Forks Sunday night. Melissa Hilliard is facing criminal charges.

Moorhead Minnesota Man Faces Child Porn Charges for Second Time

In Moorhead, Minnesota, Forest Austin Trent, a previously convicted individual of seven counts of possession of pornographic works, is once again facing child pornography charges. After serving his time in prison and being released on probation, Trent was required to register as a predatory offender until 2039. However, new developments have arisen: four more counts… Continue reading Moorhead Minnesota Man Faces Child Porn Charges for Second Time

Man Facing Child Porn Charges, Advertised On Facebook For Babysitting Jobs

Shae William Miller

HARVEY, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – In Harvey, North Dakota, authorities have arrested 35-year-old Shae William Miller on multiple charges related to child pornography. The North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation began looking into Miller’s activities after receiving a tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children last month. Miller is charged with promoting or directing… Continue reading Man Facing Child Porn Charges, Advertised On Facebook For Babysitting Jobs

Man Accused of Child Pornography Charges Seeks Babysitting Jobs via Facebook

HARVEY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Harvey, North Dakota man facing child porn charges, also advertised on facebook for babysitting jobs according to court documents.

In-depth Report: Woman, Child, and Officer Attacked in Grand Forks Domestic Violence Situation

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Evan Bohlman of Grand Forks is now facing 5 felony level charges for allegedly assaulting his girlfriend, her daughter and a police officer during a domestic violence incident Tuesday night.

Grand Forks Man Arrested for Domestic Assault and Child Abuse – Grand Forks County

Evan Bohlman

Grand Forks, ND – Authorities responded to a domestic disturbance on the 2200 block of 10th Avenue North around 10:00 p.m. Tuesday, where they arrested 35-year-old Evan Bohlman on multiple charges. According to Lieutenant Andrew Stein of the Grand Forks Police Department, officers arrived at the scene to find an intoxicated male suspect who had… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Arrested for Domestic Assault and Child Abuse – Grand Forks County

Minnesota Man Charged with Sex Crimes Involving Child Over Five Years

Jose Miguel Diaz-Mendez Jr.

In Twin Valley, Minnesota, Jose Miguel Diaz-Mendez Jr. has been charged with heinous sex crimes involving a child over the past five years according to court documents. The alleged offenses took place on numerous occasions as Mendes warned the victim not to tell anyone or they would face consequences. Now facing felonies of first-degree criminal… Continue reading Minnesota Man Charged with Sex Crimes Involving Child Over Five Years

Faribault Couple Charged with Multiple Felonies in Disturbing Child Sexual Abuse Case

In Faribault, Minnesota, a shocking case of alleged child sexual abuse has led to the arrest and charging of two individuals with multiple felonies. The accused are 39-year-old Jordan Lee Schoen and 34-year-old Katrina Noelle Doneux. According to court documents, these charges stem from incidents that allegedly occurred between December 2019 and December 2021. The… Continue reading Faribault Couple Charged with Multiple Felonies in Disturbing Child Sexual Abuse Case

Rachel Olson Held at Pennington County Jail on Assault, Child Endangerment & Obstruction Charges

Rachel Rae Olson

Pennington County, MN – Rachel Olson has been taken into custody at Pennington County Jail as of February 18, 2025, and is currently being held without bail. Charges Against Rachel Olson 📌 Inmate Details: Name: Rachel Olson Height: 5’2” Weight: 160 lbs Hair Color: Brown Eye Color: Blue Bail/Fine Amount: $0.00 📄 Charges Filed:1️⃣ Assault… Continue reading Rachel Olson Held at Pennington County Jail on Assault, Child Endangerment & Obstruction Charges

Brooks Man Sentenced to Probation After Assaulting Child in Brutal Attack

Joseph Cole Wulfson

BROOKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—A Brooks, Minnesota man was sentenced to a suspended 30-month prison term and placed on supervised probation for five years after a violent attack on a child that was captured on video. Case Overview 📅 Date of Incident: July 6, 2024📍 Location: Brooks, MN🚔 Investigating Agency: Local Law Enforcement The Crime Joseph Cole… Continue reading Brooks Man Sentenced to Probation After Assaulting Child in Brutal Attack

St. Michael Man Sentenced to 40 Years in Federal Prison for Child Abuse Leading to Infant’s Death on Spirit Lake Reservation

Collin Delorme

ST. MICHAEL, ND (trfnews.i234.me)—A St. Michael man has been sentenced to 40 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to multiple child abuse charges that led to the tragic death of a 1-year-old child on the Spirit Lake Indian Reservation. Case Overview 📅 Date of Incident: February 18, 2023📍 Location: St. Michael, ND – Spirit… Continue reading St. Michael Man Sentenced to 40 Years in Federal Prison for Child Abuse Leading to Infant’s Death on Spirit Lake Reservation

Alexandria Rose Burley of Detroit Lakes Charged with Felony Child Endangerment in Becker County

Alexandria Rose Burley

DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—A 27-year-old woman from rural Detroit Lakes, Alexandria Rose Burley, has been charged in Becker County District Court with one felony count of child endangerment and one gross misdemeanor count of child endangerment following a disturbing case of suspected abuse. Incident Details 📅 Date of Incident: September 23, 2024📍 Location: A preschool… Continue reading Alexandria Rose Burley of Detroit Lakes Charged with Felony Child Endangerment in Becker County

Middle River Man Pleads Guilty to Sexual Assault of 11-Year-Old Child

Adam William Steinhauer

MARSHALL COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—📍 Middle River, MN – A Middle River man has pleaded guilty to first-degree criminal sexual conduct after admitting to sexually abusing an 11-year-old child over two years. Defendant: Adam William Steinhauer, 38 Charges and Potential Sentence: First-degree criminal sexual conduct Faces up to 30 years in prison Minnesota sentencing guidelines recommend… Continue reading Middle River Man Pleads Guilty to Sexual Assault of 11-Year-Old Child

Grand Forks Man, David Walter Gaddie, Faces Retrial for Gross Sexual Imposition After Supreme Court Reversal

David Walter Gaddie

📍 Grand Forks, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me)—David Walter Gaddie, 42, has pleaded not guilty to three counts of gross sexual imposition on Monday, February 10, after the North Dakota Supreme Court overturned his 2021 conviction, citing prosecutorial misconduct. Original Conviction & Sentencing Gaddie was convicted in March 2021 of: Two Class AA felony counts of gross… Continue reading Grand Forks Man, David Walter Gaddie, Faces Retrial for Gross Sexual Imposition After Supreme Court Reversal

Warroad Woman, Tracey Jo Brodshaug, Faces Felony Drug & DUI Charges in Roseau County

Tracey Jo Brodshaug

ROSEAU COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—A 42-year-old woman, Tracey Jo Brodshaug, is facing serious felony drug and DUI charges after a high-risk traffic stop led to the discovery of over 55 grams of methamphetamine in her vehicle and home. Incident Details 🚔 Date & Location: On January 24, a Minnesota State Trooper received reports of a reckless… Continue reading Warroad Woman, Tracey Jo Brodshaug, Faces Felony Drug & DUI Charges in Roseau County

Joseph Greene Arrested in Otter Tail County, MN for Second-Degree Assault and Child Abuse

Joseph Greene

Otter Tail County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Joseph Greene, 40, was booked into Otter Tail County Jail on January 30, 2025, facing felony charges for second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon causing substantial bodily harm and malicious punishment of a child. Booking Details: Name: Joseph Greene Age: 40 Location: Otter Tail County, MN Booking Date: January 30, 2025… Continue reading Joseph Greene Arrested in Otter Tail County, MN for Second-Degree Assault and Child Abuse

Father Passes Away While Rescuing Child in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota

Father Dies Rescuing Child At Detroit Lakes, Minnesota DETROIT LAKE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have a tragic Fathers Day story out of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. A father drowned saving his 3-year old child, after the child fell off a bridge.

Crash on Highway 10 in Big Lake Leaves Child with Non-Life-Threatening Injuries

Big Lake, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—An early morning crash on Wednesday, February 5, between a Toyota Prius and a Ford F-150 on Highway 10 resulted in an 11-year-old passenger sustaining non-life-threatening injuries. Incident Details The crash occurred at 7:49 a.m. at the intersection of Eastbound Highway 10 and County Road 43 in Sherburne County. Both vehicles were… Continue reading Crash on Highway 10 in Big Lake Leaves Child with Non-Life-Threatening Injuries

Nationwide Arrest Warrant Issued for Suspected Child Predator with Ties to Multiple States

Thomas Humiston

BELTRAMI COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Authorities have arrested 24-year-old Thomas Humiston, a suspected child predator accused of sexually abusing two minors across multiple states, including Minnesota, California, and Nevada. The Alpine County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) in California launched an investigation after receiving a suspected child abuse report from Alpine County Child Protective Services (CPS). The report… Continue reading Nationwide Arrest Warrant Issued for Suspected Child Predator with Ties to Multiple States

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.

UPDATE: Semi-Truck Collides with Child on Bike in Crookston, MN

UPDATE: Child On Bike Hit By Semi In Crookston, MN CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding a child on a bicycle being hit by a semi in downtown Crookston, Minnesota late Monday afternoon. The girl has now been life flighted to Fargo.

Accusations of Severe Child Abuse in Harsh Cold Conditions

Charge Of Ugly Child Abuse In Brutal Cold EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) An East Grand Forks woman is facing criminal charges, after allegedly forcing her children to stand out in the brutal cold.

Couple Charged in Connection with Child Death and Injury at Spirit Lake, ND

Couple Charged In Connection To Death & Injury Of Children At Spirit Lake, ND SPIRIT LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Tammy and Erich Longie Jr. has been charged ini U.S. Federal Court in connection to the death of 1 child and injury of 3 other children.

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.

Child Passes Away After Accessing Mother’s Medication

Child Dies After Getting Into Mom's Drugs BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Bemidji woman is facing a criminal charge of Neglect of a Child, after her 1 and a half year old boy apparently ingested Fentanyl left over from her drug use.

Child Discovered Outside in Cold Weather Wearing Only T-Shirt and Diaper

Child Wearing Only T-Shirt & Diaper Found Outside In Cold Weather LITCHFIELD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A child wearing only a t-shirt and diaper was found outside in the cold by a Litchfield, Minnesota apartment building Tuesday morning.

Child Injured in SUV Crash on Icy Highway 169 in Sherburne County

Livonia Township, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—A 4-year-old child was injured Monday morning when a Buick SUV lost control and crashed on Southbound Highway 169 in Sherburne County due to icy road conditions. Crash Details 📌 Date & Time: February 3, 2025, at 7:21 a.m. 📌 Location: Southbound Highway 169, Milepost 166, Livonia Township, Sherburne County 📌 Road… Continue reading Child Injured in SUV Crash on Icy Highway 169 in Sherburne County

🚨 Shane Kyle Harris Arrested in Becker County for Failing to Pay Court-Ordered Child Support 🚨

Shane Kyle Harris

BECKER COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Shane Kyle Harris, 32, was booked into Becker County Jail on January 30, 2025, on a contempt of court charge for failing to pay court-ordered child support. Booking Details: Name: Shane Kyle Harris Age: 32 Location: Becker County, MN Booking Date: January 30, 2025 Estimated Release Date: Not Available Charge: Contempt of… Continue reading 🚨 Shane Kyle Harris Arrested in Becker County for Failing to Pay Court-Ordered Child Support 🚨

Nevis Man Faces Serious Charges in Child Exploitation Case

Chase Shawn Couch

NEVIS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In Nevis, Minnesota, resident Chase Shawn Couch is facing three significant charges – possessing pornographic material, soliciting a minor to engage in sexual conduct, and distributing via electronic communication that describes sexual conduct to a child. According to court documents, Couch was known online as the “sugar daddy” and allegedly sent… Continue reading Nevis Man Faces Serious Charges in Child Exploitation Case

Middle River Man Calvin John Rybakowski Pleads Not Guilty to Felony Child Sexual Abuse Charges

Calvin John Rybakowski

Middle River, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Calvin John Rybakowski, 50, of Middle River, has pleaded not guilty to felony first-degree criminal sexual conduct after being accused of sexually abusing a young girl over two years. Serious Allegations Against Rybakowski Law enforcement received a report in August 2024 alleging that Rybakowski had sexually assaulted an 8-year-old girl. The victim… Continue reading Middle River Man Calvin John Rybakowski Pleads Not Guilty to Felony Child Sexual Abuse Charges

Beltrami County’s Patrick Faver Arrested for Malicious Punishment of a Child

Patrick Faver

Beltrami County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On January 23, 2025, 35-year-old Patrick Faver was taken into custody by Beltrami County authorities. Standing at 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighing 213 pounds, with brown hair and hazel eyes, Faver faces a charge of gross misdemeanor malicious punishment of a child under Minnesota Statute 609.377. According to Minnesota law,… Continue reading Beltrami County’s Patrick Faver Arrested for Malicious Punishment of a Child

Child Life-Flighted After Crash Involving Van Northwest of Cavalier, ND

PEMBINA COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me)—A serious crash northwest of Cavalier on Monday evening resulted in one child being life-flighted to a higher care hospital. According to Pembina County Sheriff Terry Minger, the incident occurred at the intersection of County Road 1 and 133rd Avenue. The crash involved a van driven by a mother who was hauling… Continue reading Child Life-Flighted After Crash Involving Van Northwest of Cavalier, ND

Fargo Man Faces Child Pornography Charges: Perry Heinonen III Pleads Not Guilty

Perry Heinonen, III

FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Perry Heinonen III, a Fargo resident, has pleaded not guilty to charges related to child pornography. He faces three counts of promoting a sexual performance by a minor and five counts of possession of certain materials prohibited. According to court documents, authorities reviewed a tip from Snapchat on July 8, 2024,… Continue reading Fargo Man Faces Child Pornography Charges: Perry Heinonen III Pleads Not Guilty

Maplewood School Employee William Haslach Charged with Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material in Ramsey County

Ramsey County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On January 21, 2025, William Michael Haslach, 30, was charged in Ramsey County with ten felony counts of possessing child sexual abuse material (CSAM) involving minors under the age of 14. Investigation Details The investigation commenced on January 2, 2025, when the Maplewood Police Department received a tip from the… Continue reading Maplewood School Employee William Haslach Charged with Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material in Ramsey County

Eldon Loud Arrested in Beltrami County for Child Neglect

Eldon Loud

Beltrami County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On January 16, 2025, Eldon Travis Loud, a 37-year-old male, was taken into custody in Beltrami County, Minnesota. He faces charges under Minnesota Statute 609.378.1(a)(1) for neglect of a child likely to cause substantial harm to physical or emotional health. Statutory Details Minnesota Statute 609.378.1(a)(1) defines child neglect as when a parent,… Continue reading Eldon Loud Arrested in Beltrami County for Child Neglect

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

Leeds, North Dakota Man John Michael Lister Arrested on Child Sexual Abuse Charges

John Michael Lister

LEEDS, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A Leeds, North Dakota man, John Michael Lister, has been arrested and charged with multiple offenses related to the sexual abuse of two children. Lister is charged with two counts of continuous sexual abuse of a child and two counts of gross sexual imposition. According to court documents, the allegations involve… Continue reading Leeds, North Dakota Man John Michael Lister Arrested on Child Sexual Abuse Charges

Kyle Thomas Grochowski, Warren County Man, Sentenced for Child Pornography Charges

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Kyle Thomas Grochowski, 42, from Warren, was sentenced for two felony charges related to the possession of pornographic material involving minors. For the first charge, he was sentenced to 20 months in prison, which was stayed for five years. As part of his sentence, he must serve 30 days in jail starting… Continue reading Kyle Thomas Grochowski, Warren County Man, Sentenced for Child Pornography Charges

Company with Minnesota Connections Penalized $4 Million for Unlawful Use of Child Labor

WORTHINGTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) JBS Foods, with a meat packing facility in Worthington, Minnesota has been fined $4-million for using illegal child labor.

Brooks Man Pleads Guilty to Reduced Child Abuse Charge

Joseph Cole Wulfson

RED LAKE COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — Joseph Cole Wulfson, 34, from Brooks, Minnesota, was scheduled for trial this week on charges including felony child torture. On December 31, he entered a guilty plea to an amended charge of malicious punishment of a child causing substantial bodily harm. This felony carries a potential five-year prison term.… Continue reading Brooks Man Pleads Guilty to Reduced Child Abuse Charge

Beltrami County Inmate, Eric White Faces Child Neglect and DWI Charges

Eric White

Beltrami County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Eric White, a 42-year-old male inmate at Beltrami County Jail, is charged with child neglect and fourth-degree driving while impaired (DWI). Inmate Details: Name: Eric White Race: I Sex: Male Age: 42 Height: 5’6″ Weight: 160 lbs Hair Color: Black Eye Color: Brown Bail/Fine Amount: $0.00 Custody Date: January 3, 2025 Charges:… Continue reading Beltrami County Inmate, Eric White Faces Child Neglect and DWI Charges

Trial Postponed for Former North Dakota School Superintendent Facing Child Exploitation Charges

Ryan Baron

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — A federal judge has approved a request to delay the trial of Ryan Baron, former superintendent of Midkota Public Schools in North Dakota, who faces multiple counts of child sexual exploitation. The trial, initially set for January 14, 2025, is now scheduled for May 6, 2025. This marks the second postponement… Continue reading Trial Postponed for Former North Dakota School Superintendent Facing Child Exploitation Charges

Toddler’s Accidental Self-Inflicted Gunshot in Otter Tail County

OTTER TAIL COUNTY, MINN. (trfnews.i234.me) – On December 29, at approximately 5:40 p.m., the Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a 3½-year-old child who had sustained a self-inflicted gunshot wound in Oak Valley Township, southeast of Deer Creek. The child was transported to Astera Hospital in Wadena. The current condition of… Continue reading Toddler’s Accidental Self-Inflicted Gunshot in Otter Tail County

Man Accused of Decade-Long Sexual Abuse in Fargo

Benito Fox

FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A 31-year-old man named Benito Fox has been arrested and charged with continuous sexual abuse of a child in Fargo. The alleged victim is a 14-year-old girl who reported the abuse to authorities. According to court documents, the abuse began when she was still in the sixth grade. A preliminary hearing… Continue reading Man Accused of Decade-Long Sexual Abuse in Fargo

8-Year-Old Injured in Fall from Ski Lift in Cass County

NISSWA, MINN. (trfnews.i234.me) – An 8-year-old boy sustained injuries after falling from a ski lift at Mount Ski Gull in Fairview Township near Nisswa, Minnesota. The Cass County Sheriff’s Office received the call just before 6:30 p.m. on Monday, December 16. Upon arrival, authorities determined the child had fallen approximately 30-40 feet. Emergency responders, including… Continue reading 8-Year-Old Injured in Fall from Ski Lift in Cass County

Middle River Man’s Case Dismissed Due to Expired Statute of Limitations

Calvin John Rybakowski

MARSHALL COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — A criminal case against a Middle River man, Calvin John Rybakowski, 50, was dismissed on Tuesday, Dec. 17, because the statute of limitations had expired. The case involved three counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct, filed in September, following allegations made by a young woman. Court records state that Rybakowski… Continue reading Middle River Man’s Case Dismissed Due to Expired Statute of Limitations

Toddler’s Methamphetamine Exposure in Hotel Room Raises Safety Concerns

Toddler's Methamphetamine Exposure in Hotel Room Raises Safety Concerns

WARROAD, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – In December, the Bengtson family of Warroad, Minnesota, marked their son Blake’s third birthday, an event that was nearly overshadowed by a critical incident the previous year. During a visit to the boys’ state hockey tournament in St. Paul, Blake experienced a seizure lasting over three hours. Medical examinations revealed the… Continue reading Toddler’s Methamphetamine Exposure in Hotel Room Raises Safety Concerns

Minnesota Man to Face Trial for Six Sex Crimes Against Minors

Anthony Levias Eley

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — Anthony Levias Eley, a 55-year-old man from Gonvick, Minnesota, will stand trial for six sex crimes allegedly committed against two minors in Grand Forks County. He faces three counts of Class AA felony gross sexual imposition of a minor under the age of 15 and is also charged with one… Continue reading Minnesota Man to Face Trial for Six Sex Crimes Against Minors

Man from Wahpeton Faces Charges of Possessing Child Sexual Abuse Videos, Meth, and Handguns

WAHPETON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Wahpeton, North Dakota man is facing charges of Possession of Certain Materials Prohibited, meth and handguns.

Former Cass County Deputy Charged with Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Materials

Former Cass County Deputy Charged with Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Materials

FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Former Cass County Sheriff’s Deputy, 26-year-old Carson Theodore Quam, has been charged with ten felony counts of possessing child sexual abuse materials. The charges were filed on December 3, 2024, in Cass County District Court. Investigators from the North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) allege that Quam possessed these materials… Continue reading Former Cass County Deputy Charged with Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Materials

Antonio Galileo Valdez Arrested for Meth Paraphernalia Presence Near Child

Antonio Galileo Valdez

Polk County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — On December 16, 2024, law enforcement officials arrested Antonio Galileo Valdez, born July 8, 1994, in Minnesota. Valdez was charged with storing methamphetamine paraphernalia in the presence of a child, a violation of Minnesota Statute 152.137.2(a)(4). Revisor of Statutes Minnesota Statute 152.137.2(a)(4) prohibits knowingly storing methamphetamine paraphernalia in the presence… Continue reading Antonio Galileo Valdez Arrested for Meth Paraphernalia Presence Near Child

Forensic Interviewers: Helping Child Victims of Crime

UNITED STATES (trfnews.i234.me) A look at the job of Forensic Interviewers. When children of the victims of crime they’re brought in to establish the facts of the case for prosecution with re-traumatizing the child.

Minnesota Couple Charged with “Child Torture” at Hell House

GRAND RAPIDS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A couple from Grand Rapids, Minnesota has been charged with Child Torture. Jaymeson and Vivian Wahlstrom made their first court appearances on Friday and remain in jail on this Saturday. According to the criminal complaint a little girl had bruises all over her body.

Beltrami County Inmate Charged with Child Neglect

Alicia Jourdain-Sumner

Beltrami County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Beltrami County Inmate Charged with Child Neglect Inmate Information: Name: Alicia Jourdain-Sumner Race: I (American Indian) Sex/Age: Female, 25 Height: 5’5″ Weight: 165 lbs Hair Color: Brown Eye Color: Brown Bail/Fine Amount: $0.00 Custody Date: December 16, 2024 Detention Facility: Beltrami County Jail Court Branch: District Court Charge Details: Case… Continue reading Beltrami County Inmate Charged with Child Neglect

Joseph Cole Wulfson Arrested for Malicious Punishment of a Child

Joseph Cole Wulfson

Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Joseph Cole Wulfson, a 34-year-old man from Brooks, Minnesota, is facing felony charges of child torture and malicious punishment of a child after being accused of severely beating a 12-year-old. The incident allegedly involved Wulfson hitting the child around 25 times within minutes. These actions were described as involving excessive violence beyond typical… Continue reading Joseph Cole Wulfson Arrested for Malicious Punishment of a Child

BREAKING NEWS: Child Hit at Accident Scene in Hubbard County

BREAKING NEWS: Report Of Child Struck At Accident Scene In Hubbard County HUBBARD COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have a report of a child struck by a vehicle at an accident scene in Hubbard County, Minnesota.

Cody Lynn Duncan Charged With Electronic Communication Relating or Describing Sexual Conduct with Child

Cody Lynn Duncan

Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On June 18th, 2024, an individual named Cody Lynn Duncan was arrested in accordance with Minnesota state law (Section 609.352.2a(2)). The charges against him relate to engaging in electronic communication that described sexual conduct involving a child. The details of this incident are as follows: Cody Lynn Duncan’s date of birth… Continue reading Cody Lynn Duncan Charged With Electronic Communication Relating or Describing Sexual Conduct with Child

Former Cass County Deputy Charged with Possession of Child Exploitation Materials

Carson Theodore Quam

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — A former Cass County deputy, Carson Theodore Quam, 26, has been charged with 10 counts of possessing child exploitation materials. The charges, filed on Tuesday, Dec. 3, in Cass County District Court, allege that Quam had materials on a cellphone between September 2021 and September 2024 depicting children aged 2 to… Continue reading Former Cass County Deputy Charged with Possession of Child Exploitation Materials

Daycare Worker Faces Felony Child Abuse Charges Following Incident at Grand Cities Mall

Jarae Grad

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A daycare provider in Grand Forks, Jarae Grad, 22, has been charged with felony child abuse. On Monday, Dec. 2, Grad waived her preliminary hearing and entered a not-guilty plea. The incident, reported on Oct. 15 at Hopeful Beginnings daycare in the Grand Cities Mall, was captured on video by… Continue reading Daycare Worker Faces Felony Child Abuse Charges Following Incident at Grand Cities Mall

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

Ex-Deputy of Cass County, North Dakota Accused of Child Pornography

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) An arrest warrant has been issued for former Cass County, North Dakota Deputy Carson Quam on child porn charges. He’s facing 10 counts of Possession of Certain Materials Prohibited.

Cavalier, ND Daycare Provider Charged with Felony Child Neglect

Cavalier, ND Daycare Provider Facing Felony Charge Of Child Neglect CAVALIER, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Cavalier, North Dakota woman is facing a felony charge of Child Neglect, while providing daycare.

UPDATE: Child Injured in Cass County, MN, Accident Airlifted for Medical Attention

UPDATE: Injured Child Airlifted From Accident Scene In Cass County, MN CASS COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding an injured child being airlifted from the Onigum, Minnesota area late Thursday afternoon.

Barnesville Woman Receives 35-Year Prison Sentence for Child Murder

Barnesville Woman Sentenced To 35-Years Prison In Child Murder BARNSVILLE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Barnesviille, Minnesota woman has been sentenced to 35-years in prison for the murder of a foster child.

Child Torture: A Minnesota Man Faces Charges in a Shocking Case

Joseph Cole Wulfson

RED LAKE COUNTY, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — Joseph Cole Wulfson is accused of beating a 12-year-old child in July. The alleged attack was caught on video and showed Wulfson headbutting the child, then hitting and shoving them for approximately two-and-a-half minutes, according to a probable cause statement filed in the case. Wulfson allegedly hit the child… Continue reading Child Torture: A Minnesota Man Faces Charges in a Shocking Case

Sioux Falls Day Care Owner Charged with Child Abuse

Ametrea Christion

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – The owner of a Sioux Falls daycare has been charged with child abuse after an investigation into allegations of physical assault. 44-year-old Ametrea Christion was booked into the Minnehaha County Jail on Wednesday night and released on bond just over an hour later. According to court documents, police reviewed video… Continue reading Sioux Falls Day Care Owner Charged with Child Abuse

Fergus Falls Woman Charged with Child Endangerment After Drunken Stumble

Anastasia Vaughn

FERGUS FALLS, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – A 52-year-old woman from Fergus Falls, Minnesota has been charged with child endangerment after her arrest on Tuesday afternoon near Swan Lake. The incident occurred at approximately 4:30 p.m. According to a complaint filed in Otter Tail County District Court, deputies responded for a welfare check following a report of… Continue reading Fergus Falls Woman Charged with Child Endangerment After Drunken Stumble

Child Abuse Allegations: HOPEful Beginnings Employee Charged in Incident Involving Young Child

Jarae Arlouine Grad

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — Jarae Arlouine Grad, a 22-year-old employee at HOPEful Beginnings Child Care Facility in Grand Forks, has been charged with Class B felony child abuse of a person under six years old. According to an affidavit filed in the case, Grad allegedly used excessive force on a young girl who was… Continue reading Child Abuse Allegations: HOPEful Beginnings Employee Charged in Incident Involving Young Child

Convicted Child Predator: St. Cloud Man Pleads Guilty to 5 Counts of Felony Charges

Ebin Bergerson

ST. CLOUD, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – Ebin Bergerson, a 26-year-old man from St. Cloud, Minnesota, has entered a plea of guilty to five counts of felony charges related to child pornography in Stearns County. The charges against Bergerson were filed in February and stem from an investigation that began in December 2023 after the Minnesota Bureau… Continue reading Convicted Child Predator: St. Cloud Man Pleads Guilty to 5 Counts of Felony Charges

Details: Charged with Second-Degree Murder in Beating Death of Child Molester

DETAILS: Charged With 2nd Degree Murder In Beating Death Of Child Molester GRAND MARAIS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We now have the Criminal Complaint and more details regarding a murder in Grand Marais, Minnesota last week. Levi Axtel has been charged with 2nd Degree Murder for allegedly beating to death Lawrence Scully with a shovel and moose… Continue reading

Details: Charged with Second-Degree Murder in Beating Death of Child Molester

Neche, ND Man Sentenced to 60 Years for Child Sexual Exploitation

60 Years In Prison For Neche, ND Man On Charges Of Sexual Exploitation Of Children FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Neche, North Dakota man has been sentenced to 60 years in prison on charges of sexually exploiting children for the distribution and possession of child porn.

Five Arrested in Polk County Child Sex Solicitation Sting

Joseph Robert Thompson, 23, and Trey Kyle Soder, 34, both of Crookston

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A joint investigation by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office and Minnesota Bureau of Apprehension has resulted in five arrests for child sex solicitation. The sting operation targeted individuals who used online platforms to solicit children. According to a sheriff’s office press release, Joseph Robert Thompson, 23, and Trey Kyle Soder,… Continue reading Five Arrested in Polk County Child Sex Solicitation Sting

East Grand Forks Teaching Assistant Charged with Child Abuse

East Grand Forks Teachers Assistant Charged With Malicious Punishment Of Her Children EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) An East Grand Forks teacher’s assistant has been charged with the Malicious Punishment of her children. In January, Nimo Khalif’s 6 children were taken into custody by Polk County Social Services.

Deadly Wheels: Tokio Woman Indicted for Involuntary Manslaughter on Spirit Lake Reservation

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A 30-year-old woman from Tokio, North Dakota, has been indicted for involuntary manslaughter and child neglect after a fatal car crash on the Spirit Lake Reservation. Tierra Lynn Scott was taken into custody Wednesday, Oct. 16, following her initial appearance in federal court where she faced charges of involuntary manslaughter and… Continue reading Deadly Wheels: Tokio Woman Indicted for Involuntary Manslaughter on Spirit Lake Reservation

Southern Minnesota Man Sentenced to 20 Years for Brutal Stabbing and Child Endangerment

MANKATO, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — In a shocking turn of events, Dustin Murilla, a 35-year-old man from Southern Minnesota, has been sentenced to an astonishing 20 years in prison for his role in the fatal stabbing of a woman and terrorizing an innocent child. The harrowing incident unfolded on May 2023 during a high-speed police chase… Continue reading Southern Minnesota Man Sentenced to 20 Years for Brutal Stabbing and Child Endangerment

Child Fatally Struck by Vehicle at Halloween Event in Stearns County, Minnesota

ST. AUGUSTA, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A 13-year old boy was run over and killed at a Halloween celebration near St. Augusta, Minnesota Saturday.

Thief River Falls Man Sentenced to 5 Years Probation for Possessing Child Pornography

Michael Robert Schake

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Thief River Falls man was sentenced Tuesday, Oct. 8 in Pennington County District Court for possessing three images of child pornography in 2023. Michael Robert Schake, 71, was also accused of possessing seven other photos of child pornography, but those charges were dismissed in a plea agreement. Schake… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Sentenced to 5 Years Probation for Possessing Child Pornography

Mother’s Desperate Attempt: Woman Arrested for Trying to Take Child from CPS Custody in Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A 22-year-old woman was arrested after attempting to take her three-year-old child from the custody of Child Protection Services (CPS) at a hotel in Grand Forks. The incident occurred during an active narcotics investigation. According to the Grand Forks Police, CPS had taken custody of the child due to concerns… Continue reading Mother’s Desperate Attempt: Woman Arrested for Trying to Take Child from CPS Custody in Grand Forks

Child Sex Tourism Scandal: Former North Dakota Senator’s Release Conditions Continuously Violated

Child Sex Tourism Scandal: Former North Dakota Senator's Release Conditions Continuously Violated

FARGO (trfnews.i234.me) – Former North Dakota state Sen. Ray Holmberg is facing further scrutiny as he awaits sentencing for his guilty plea to child sex tourism charges. Despite multiple verbal reprimands and reminders of his conditions, Holmberg has continued to violate the terms of his release. According to a federal court filing, Holmberg accessed social… Continue reading Child Sex Tourism Scandal: Former North Dakota Senator’s Release Conditions Continuously Violated

Pursuing Justice for Child Sexual Assault Victim in Bemidji, Minnesota

Seeking Justice For Child Sexual Assault Victim In Bemidji, Minnesota BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A small group was outside the Beltrami County Courthouse in Bemidji, Minnesota on this Friday afternoon. They’re seeking justice for a child, sexual assault victim. Authorities have 1 suspect in this case, despite earlier claims from the victim there were other victims… Continue reading Pursuing Justice for Child Sexual Assault Victim in Bemidji, Minnesota

Decade of Darkness: 47-Year-Old Man Sentenced to 50 Years in Prison for Heinous Child Abuse

Manuel Martinez Jr.

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Minnesota man has been sentenced to an astonishing 50 years in prison, with 20 years suspended, for his heinous crimes against four young girls. Manuel Martinez Jr., 47, pleaded guilty in June to four counts of Class AA felony gross sexual imposition. The horrific abuse occurred over nearly a… Continue reading Decade of Darkness: 47-Year-Old Man Sentenced to 50 Years in Prison for Heinous Child Abuse

Shameful Betrayal: St. Michael Man Pleads Guilty to Child Abuse in Indian Country

Collin Ray Delorme

FARGO (trfnews.i234.me) – A 1-year-old boy’s tragic death has led to a guilty plea from Collin Ray Delorme, who faces up to 40 years in federal prison for child abuse in Indian country. On February 18, 2023, a woman on the Spirit Lake Reservation called 911 and reported that the child was not breathing. The… Continue reading Shameful Betrayal: St. Michael Man Pleads Guilty to Child Abuse in Indian Country

St. Michael Man Pleads Guilty to Child Abuse in Tragic Death of 1-Year-Old on Spirit Lake Reservation

FARGO (trfnews.i234.me) – A 29-year-old St. Michael man, Collin Delorme, has pleaded guilty to child abuse in the tragic death of a one-year-old on the Spirit Lake Reservation. The incident occurred in February 2023 when Delorme’s co-defendant called 911 to report the child was unresponsive. The child was rushed to a hospital in Devils Lake… Continue reading St. Michael Man Pleads Guilty to Child Abuse in Tragic Death of 1-Year-Old on Spirit Lake Reservation

Monster in Plain Sight: Minnesota Man Charged with Multiple Counts of Child Sex Abuse

Calvin John Rybakowski

MARSHALL COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 50-year-old man from Middle River, Minnesota has been charged with multiple counts of child sex abuse after two young girls came forward to report years of sexual assault. Calvin John Rybakowski was arrested on September 9 and is being held on a $250,000 cash or surety bond. He faces… Continue reading Monster in Plain Sight: Minnesota Man Charged with Multiple Counts of Child Sex Abuse

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

Red Lake Woman Sentenced for Child Neglect Leading to Child’s Death

MINNEAPOLIS (trfnews.i234.me) – A 64-year-old Red Lake woman, Sharon Rosebear, has been sentenced to 15 months in federal prison after being convicted of felony child neglect, resulting in the tragic death of a young girl under her care. Court documents revealed that Rosebear cared for the child throughout 2022 but cruelly deprived her of essential… Continue reading Red Lake Woman Sentenced for Child Neglect Leading to Child’s Death

Grand Forks Couple Charged with Child Endangerment

Grand Forks Couple Faces Child Endangerment Charge GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Drugs were allegedly in reach of a 16-month old child in Grand Forks.

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.

Four-Year-Old Child Found Abandoned on I-29 North of Grand Forks, ND

Four-Year Old Child Abandoned On I-29 North Of Grand Forks, ND WALSH COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A woman is in jail, after being charged with abandoning her child on Interstate-29 north of Grand Forks, North Dakota on Tuesday.

Tragic Update: Fatal 2-Vehicle Crash Claims Lives of Woman and Child Near Fort Totten, North Dakota

UPDATE: Woman & Child Die In 2-Vehicle Crash By Fort Totten, North Dakota FORT TOTTEN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A mother from Fort Totten, North Dakota says her 8-year old daughter and another woman died in …

Exclusive Video from the Scene of FBI Investigation into Child Death and Injury in Spirit Lake, ND

Exclusive Video From Scene Of FBI Investigation Into Child Death & Injury At Spirit Lake, ND TOKIO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have exclusive video and information from the scene of an FBI investigation into the death of 1 child and injury of another on the Spirit Lake Nation at Tokio, North Dakota.

Justice Delayed: Former Principal’s Trial Postponed to February Amid Child Abuse Allegations

David George

FARGO (trfnews.i234.me) – A former principal at an elementary school in West Fargo, North Dakota, will have to wait several months for his day in court. David George’s federal trial has been postponed until February after a request from his defense team. U.S. District Judge Peter Welte issued the ruling, citing “good cause” to continue… Continue reading Justice Delayed: Former Principal’s Trial Postponed to February Amid Child Abuse Allegations

Child Disappears, Mother Found Dead in Suspected Suicide

Child Missing, Mom Dead Of Suspected Suicide NORTHFIELD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The Northfield, Minnesota Police Department is asking for the publics help in finding a missing child, after her mother was found dead of suspected suicide.

Thief River Falls High School Senior Charged with Child Pornography Offenses

Thief River Falls High School Senior Facing Child Porn Charges THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Thief River Falls, Minnesota high school senior is facing child porn charges.

West Fargo Shooting Update: Child Injured, Two Suspects Arrested, Driver Still Sought

WEST FARGO SHOOTING UPDATE: Child Shot In Head, 2 Suspects in Custody, Search For Driver WEST FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The West Fargo Police Chief gave an update on a Monday night shooting in that town. An innocent person was shot in the head and 2 suspects are in custody as police search for the driver… Continue reading West Fargo Shooting Update: Child Injured, Two Suspects Arrested, Driver Still Sought

Minnesota Man Sentenced to 30 Years for Child Porn Production and Plotting Violent Attack on Victim’s Family

Michael Kurkowski

MINNEAPOLIS (trfnews.i234.me) – Michael Kurkowski, a 31-year-old man from Owatonna, Minnesota, has been sentenced to three decades in prison after pleading guilty to producing child porn and threatening graphic violence against his victim’s family. This shocking case began when Kurkowski was convicted of corruption of a minor and sexually exploiting a boy in Pennsylvania in… Continue reading Minnesota Man Sentenced to 30 Years for Child Porn Production and Plotting Violent Attack on Victim’s Family

Disturbing Crime: Thief River Falls Man Charged with Child Assault

DISTURBING CRIME: Thief River Falls Man Facing Baby Rape Charges THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Thief River Falls, Minnesota man is facing charges of sexually assaulting 1 and 3 year old children. Thirty-eight year old Benjamin Joseph Roggenbuck is facing 2 counts of 1st Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct and 4 counts of Possessing Pornographic… Continue reading Disturbing Crime: Thief River Falls Man Charged with Child Assault

FBI Investigates West Fargo Man in Child Exploitation Case

CHILD PORN: FBI Investigation Of West Fargo Man WEST FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A West Fargo, North Dakota man is facing child porn charges and the FBI during its investigation of him uncovered some very disturbing conversations.

Fargo Man Sought in Devils Lake for Child Pornography Charge

Fargo Man Wanted In Devils Lake On Child Porn Charge DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) An arrest warrant was issued out of Devils Lake for a Fargo man wanted on a Child Porn charge.

Man from Devils Lake Facing Multiple Charges Related to Child Pornography

Devils Lake Man Facing Multiple Child Porn Charges DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Devils Lake, North Dakota man is facing multiple child porn charges.

TRF Man Charged in Massive Undercover Operation Targeting Child Predators in U.S. and Canada

Telesforo Ragrag, 53, of Thief River Falls, Mark Richard Olson, 45, of Twin Valley, and Kaden Marquart, 21, of Grand Forks

CROOKSTON, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – Two northwestern Minnesota men and a Grand Forks resident are among 45 individuals charged following an extensive undercover operation targeting online child solicitors in the U.S. and Canada. The operation was conducted by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office in collaboration with the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension. The individuals charged include… Continue reading TRF Man Charged in Massive Undercover Operation Targeting Child Predators in U.S. and Canada

Report on Child Injured in Thursday Night Hit-and-Run Incident

Report Of Child Injured In Thursday Night Hit & Run FORT TOTTEN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have a report of a child inured in a hit and run in Fort Totten, North Dakota Thursday night.

Child Abduction on Spirit Lake Reservation: Update – Suspect in Custody, Child Found Safe

Child Abduction On Spirit Lake Reservation UPDATE *SUSPECT IN CUSTODY, CHILD SAFE! SPIRIT LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Officials are reporting a child abduction on the Spirit Lake Reservation by Devils Lake, North Dakota on this Sunday evening. *Benson County Sheriff now says the suspect is in custody and child is safe.

Thief River Falls Resident Receives 45-Year Prison Sentence in Child Sexual Abuse Case

Thief River Falls Man Sentenced To 45-Years Prison In Child Sex Case THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Thief River Falls, Minnesota man has been sentenced to 45-years in prison for a child sex case.

Child Temporarily Stuck Inside Gaming Machine in Devils Lake

Child Trapped For Short Time In Gaming Machine In Devils Lake DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A child, who was not injured was trapped for a short time inside a gaming machine at a Devils Lake, North Dakota cafe Sunday afternoon.

3 Local Men Charged in Child Sex Solicitation Sting Operation; 45 Others Facing Possible Charges

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) As many as 45 men could be facing charges, following a child sex solicitation sting operation. Three local men have already been charged.

Breaking News: Child Rescued, Two Kidnapping Suspects Detained in Cooperstown, ND

BREAKING NEWS: Child Safe, 2 Kidnapping Suspects In Cooperstown, ND In Jail COOPERSTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A one year old child is safe and 2 kidnapping suspects are in jail, following an arrest in Cooperstown, North Dakota Saturday night.

Ramsey County, ND Resident Charged with Child Pornography Offenses

Ramsey County, North Dakota Man Facing Child Porn Charges LAWTON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Lawton, North Dakota man is facing a long string of child porn charges. Charges have been filed against Nickolas James Larson in Ramsey County District Court in Devils Lake, North Dakota.

UPDATE: Man in Erskine Arrested on 11 Counts of Child Sexual Assault in Becker County

UPDATE: Man Arrested In Erskine Facing 11 Counts Of Sexual Assault Against Children In Becker County DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A man arrested in Erskine, Minnesota earlier this week is now facing 11 counts of Criminal Sexual Conduct against children.

Grand Forks Woman Charged with Child Neglect After Child Misses More Than Two Years of School

GF Woman Charged With Child Neglect After Child Misses Over 2 Years of School GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Lori Anderson of Grand Forks has been charged with felony Child Neglect, after her child misses over 2 years of school.

Accused of Punching Child for Dropping Cell Phone

Allegedly Punched Child In The Face For Dropping His Cell Phone GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing criminal charges for allegedly punching a child in the face for dropping his cell phone.

URGENT UPDATE: Child Struck by Vehicle in Traill County, ND

BREAKING NEWS: Report Of Child Runover By Vehicle In Traill County, ND TRAILL COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have a report of a child being runover by a vehicle in rural Traill County, North Dakota.

Urgent Update: Child Cyclist Struck by Vehicle in Grand Forks

BREAKING NEWS: Child On Bike Hit By Vehicle In Grand Forks GRAND FORKSS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Emergency responders were on the scene of a report of a child on a bike hit by a vehicle in downtown Grand Forks Thursday afternoon.

Urgent Update: Semi-Truck Collides with Child on Bicycle in Northern Valley

BREAKING NEWS: Child On Bicycle Hit By Semi In Northern Valley CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A child riding bicycle in downtown Crookston was hit by a semi in downtown Crookston, Minnesota at 5:30 pm Monday.

Disturbing Prank: Youth in Bunny Mask Terrifies Child

BAD PRANK: Juvenile In Bunny Mask Chases Child GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Police say it was a juvenile in a bunny mask who chased and frightened a child in Grand Forks, North Dakota last Friday.

Child Sexual Abuse Allegedly Captured by Church Surveillance Camera

Alleged Sexual Abuse Of Child Caught On Church Camera GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is charged with sexually abusing a child and the alleged incidents were caught on camera.

Crow Wing County, MN Woman Charged with Child Torture: Viewer Discretion Advised

WARNING, DISTURBING DETAILS: Crow Wing County, MN Woman Facing Child Torture Charges CROSSLAKE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We now have details regarding a Crosslake, Minnesota woman facing charges of Child Torture and more. You’ll hear the full criminal complaint.

Thief River Falls Man Sentenced to 60 Years in Grand Forks Child Sexual Abuse Cases

Thief River Falls Man Given 60 Year Prison Sentence In Grand Forks Child Sex Cases GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Thief River Falls, Minnesota man has been given a prison sentence of 60 years in prison in connection to child sex cases in Grand Forks County, North Dakota. Beau Abrahamson plead guilty to 3 counts… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Sentenced to 60 Years in Grand Forks Child Sexual Abuse Cases

UPDATE: New Information on Tragic Accident Involving Child Struck by Semi-Truck While Riding Bicycle

UPDATE: More Details In Tragic Accident, Child On Bicycle Hit By Semi CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The Minnesota State Patrol has released a few more details regarding a semi hitting a child on a bicycle ini downtown Crookston late Monday afternoon. The semi driver has been identified at 73- year old Duane Otto Schouveiller of Mahnomen.… Continue reading UPDATE: New Information on Tragic Accident Involving Child Struck by Semi-Truck While Riding Bicycle

Moorhead Man Charged with Heinous Crime: Murder of Unborn Child and Assault on Woman

Moorhead Man Charged With Horrific Crime, Murder Of Unborn Child… Female Beaten MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Moorhead, Minnesota man has been charged with the Murder of an Unborn Child. Richard Basswood III also faces lesser charges in the beating of a woman.

Roseau Daycare Provider Sentenced for Malicious Punishment of a Child

Arrial M. Lovelace

A Roseau woman, Arrial Lovelace, has been sentenced for her role in a child assault case. In May 2024, the Roseau County Sheriff’s Office was alerted to an incident involving a daycare provider allegedly assaulting a child under her supervision. Investigating officers, along with Roseau County Social Services, reviewed photos of the child’s injuries. Lovelace,… Continue reading Roseau Daycare Provider Sentenced for Malicious Punishment of a Child

Judge Rejects Plea Deal in Jamestown Fentanyl Overdose Case Involving 2-Year-Old

Christopher William Johnson

JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Jamestown man, Christopher William Johnson, 40, faces multiple felony charges after his 2-year-old child overdosed on fentanyl. On Sept. 18, a judge rejected Johnson’s plea deal, leaving him to face trial on Oct. 1. Johnson is charged with endangerment of a child (Class B felony), reckless endangerment, possession of drug… Continue reading Judge Rejects Plea Deal in Jamestown Fentanyl Overdose Case Involving 2-Year-Old

Glencoe Man Arrested After Engine Revving Complaints, Faces Charges for Driving Violations and Unsafe Child Passenger

Cole Howard Knochenmus

On September 1 at 2:42 p.m., police responded to two complaints about a driver excessively revving his engine in the 1100 block of Stephen Street. Cole Howard Knochenmus, 29, from Glencoe, was subsequently charged with driving after license cancellation and failing to use a child restraint. A police sergeant located the suspect vehicle near the… Continue reading Glencoe Man Arrested After Engine Revving Complaints, Faces Charges for Driving Violations and Unsafe Child Passenger

Former Minneapolis Coach Indicted on 12 Counts of Child Sexual Assault Faces Life in Prison

Aaron Hjermstad

A grand jury in Hennepin County has handed down a chilling indictment against Aaron Hjermstad, a former teacher and coach already serving time for previous offenses. The 45-year-old faces 12 counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct, accused of assaulting victims all under the age of 13 between 2013 and 2021. Hjermstad, who worked at two… Continue reading Former Minneapolis Coach Indicted on 12 Counts of Child Sexual Assault Faces Life in Prison

Glencoe Man Arrested for Revving Engine and Child Safety Violation in Thief River Falls

Cole Howard Knochenmus

A Glencoe area man was arrested in Thief River Falls on Sunday after a noise complaint led to police discovering multiple violations. Cole Howard Knochenmus was taken into custody after a caller reported that he had been sitting in his white and black Suburban for over an hour, continuously revving the engine at Countryside Trailer… Continue reading Glencoe Man Arrested for Revving Engine and Child Safety Violation in Thief River Falls

Five Sentenced in Shocking Child Abuse Case on Red Lake Reservation

Red Lake Indian Reservation, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Five individuals have been sentenced to prison for their involvement in a horrifying child abuse and neglect case on the Red Lake Indian Reservation. Trina Mae Johnson, who directed the abuse of a child in her legal custody through a foster care placement, received the harshest sentence: 216… Continue reading Five Sentenced in Shocking Child Abuse Case on Red Lake Reservation

UPDATE: Bail Established in Shocking Child Abuse Incident in Bemidji, Minnesota

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Bail has been set in a horrific child abuse case in Bemidji, Minnesota. John Davis has been charged with 1 Degree Assault of an infant.

Grand Forks Man Faces 10-Year Sentence After Pleading Guilty to Multiple Felony Child Sex Crimes

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Sebastain Vennie Hipsak, a 23-year-old from Grand Forks, has agreed to plead guilty to four felony charges related to sexual offenses involving two minors. The charges include Class B felony luring minors by computer, Class C felony solicitation of a minor, Class C felony corruption of a minor, and Class… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces 10-Year Sentence After Pleading Guilty to Multiple Felony Child Sex Crimes

North Dakota Supreme Court Overturns Conviction in Child Sex Abuse Case Due to Prosecutorial Misconduct

David Walter Gaddie

BISMARCK, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – The North Dakota Supreme Court has vacated the conviction of David Walter Gaddie, a Grand Forks man found guilty of child sex abuse in 2021, due to prosecutorial misconduct. The court ruled on Wednesday, August 28, that Cass County prosecutors inappropriately presented evidence to the jury that alleged Gaddie had also… Continue reading North Dakota Supreme Court Overturns Conviction in Child Sex Abuse Case Due to Prosecutorial Misconduct

Update: Shocking Child Abuse Incident Uncovered in Bemidji, Minnesota

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update to a story we brought you last week out of Bemidji, Minnesota regarding an injured child. The child’s father has now been charged for allegedly physical abuse of the infant.

North Dakota Pilot and Child Escape Injury After Piper Cub Flips During Battle Lake Fly-In

North Dakota Pilot and Child Escape Injury After Piper Cub Flips During Battle Lake Fly-In

BATTLE LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A 41-year-old pilot from Kindred, North Dakota, and his 4-year-old passenger miraculously escaped injury after their Piper Super Cub flipped over during the 18th Annual Fly-In at Battle Lake Airport. The incident occurred at 12:03 PM when the single-propeller plane lost power while approaching the landing strip. The pilot attempted… Continue reading North Dakota Pilot and Child Escape Injury After Piper Cub Flips During Battle Lake Fly-In

Langdon Man Sentenced to Prison and Probation for Child Pornography Charges

Jeremy J. Leno

LANGDON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Langdon, North Dakota man has been sentenced to one year in prison, with credit for 189 days already served, after pleading guilty to five counts of possessing child pornography. Jeremy J. Leno, the defendant, reached a plea agreement that also includes a three-year probation period. The charges stem from the… Continue reading Langdon Man Sentenced to Prison and Probation for Child Pornography Charges

North Dakota Attorney General Urges More Victims to Come Forward in Ray Holmberg Child Sex Crimes Case

North Dakota Attorney General Urges More Victims to Come Forward in Ray Holmberg Child Sex Crimes Case

BISMARCK, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – The North Dakota Attorney General is urging potential victims of former state senator Ray Holmberg, who recently pleaded guilty to child sex crimes, to come forward. Attorney General Drew Wrigley believes that there are more individuals with crucial information about the case and is asking them to contact investigators. Ray Holmberg,… Continue reading North Dakota Attorney General Urges More Victims to Come Forward in Ray Holmberg Child Sex Crimes Case

North Dakota Woman Pleads Guilty in Tragic Death of 1-Year-Old on Spirit Lake Reservation

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Kenzie Rose Baker, 27, of St. Michael, North Dakota, has pleaded guilty to accessory after the fact, child abuse, and child neglect in connection with the death of a 1-year-old on the Spirit Lake Reservation. Her sentencing is scheduled for January 22, 2025. In February 2023, emergency responders were called… Continue reading North Dakota Woman Pleads Guilty in Tragic Death of 1-Year-Old on Spirit Lake Reservation

Detroit Lakes Man Sentenced to 12 Years for Child Sexual Abuse and Child Pornography

Nicholas Christopher Honer

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Nicholas Christopher Honer, 48, of Detroit Lakes, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison after being convicted of felony first-degree criminal sexual conduct and possession of child pornography. As part of a plea agreement, three additional charges of criminal sexual conduct and a second possession charge were dropped. The… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Sentenced to 12 Years for Child Sexual Abuse and Child Pornography

Breaking News: 8-Year-Old Child Shot in Rural Fosston, MN

Breaking News: 8-Year-Old Child Shot in Rural Fosston, MN

FOSSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – We have a report of a child shot in rural Fosston, Minnesota. * Check back later for more details. An 8-year-old child has reportedly been shot in rural Fosston, Minnesota, this Thursday afternoon. Emergency services were dispatched following radio traffic after 1 p.m. indicating the child sustained a gunshot wound to… Continue reading Breaking News: 8-Year-Old Child Shot in Rural Fosston, MN

Grand Forks man to serve 15 years for gross sexual imposition, child abuse

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man, Marcus Arlo Hoffmann, 33, was sentenced on Thursday, August 15, to 20 years in prison, with five years suspended, for committing Class A felony gross sexual imposition and Class C felony child abuse. The case began in early September 2023 when Hoffmann was reported for assaulting… Continue reading Grand Forks man to serve 15 years for gross sexual imposition, child abuse

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

Child Abduction in Polk County, MN Report: Child Found Safe

CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We had a report of 2 children abducted in Crookston, Minnesota late Friday night. They were found safe early this Saturday morning. No word from authorities yet on whether this was a child custody case, misunderstanding or something more sinister. * Check back later for more details.

Brooks Man Charged with Felony Child Torture After Brutal Assault Caught on Camera

Joseph Cole Wulfson

Brooks, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Joseph Cole Wulfson, 33, of Brooks, appeared in Red Lake County District Court on Wednesday, July 17, facing serious charges after a video captured him violently assaulting his 12-year-old stepson. The disturbing July 6th incident, recorded by a surveillance camera outside a rural Brooks home, shows Wulfson allegedly headbutting the boy,… Continue reading Brooks Man Charged with Felony Child Torture After Brutal Assault Caught on Camera

Former North Dakota State Senator Ray Holmberg Pleads Guilty to Child Sex Abuse Plans

Ray Holmberg

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Ray Holmberg, an 80-year-old former state senator from Grand Forks, North Dakota, has pleaded guilty to charges of traveling to Prague with the intent to sexually abuse a minor. Holmberg appeared in U.S. District Court in Fargo on Thursday, August 8, 2024, where Federal Judge Daniel Hovland accepted his guilty plea.… Continue reading Former North Dakota State Senator Ray Holmberg Pleads Guilty to Child Sex Abuse Plans

Thief River Falls Man Sentenced for Possession of Child Pornography

Jaysen David Miller

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jaysen David Miller, 34, was sentenced on Tuesday, July 23, in Pennington County District Court for possessing child pornography. Miller faced two felony counts of possession of pornographic work involving minors under 14 and one felony count of possession of pornographic work. Sentencing Details: Felony Possession of Pornographic Work:… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Sentenced for Possession of Child Pornography

Minneapolis Child Care Worker Arrested for Child Pornography

MINNEAPOLIS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) reports that a worker at a Minneapolis child care center has been arrested on suspicion of taking nude pictures of children. The 39-year-old man, identified as Eric Phillip Allen, was arrested on Monday. Authorities searched his home and found what appeared to be child… Continue reading Minneapolis Child Care Worker Arrested for Child Pornography

Former ND Senator Repeatedly Violates Release Conditions Ahead of Child Abuse Plea

Ray Holmberg

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A former North Dakota senator, set to admit to traveling abroad to sexually abuse a child, has repeatedly violated his release conditions, a federal report reveals. Ray Holmberg, R-Grand Forks, has accessed the internet multiple times without approval since his federal indictment in October, according to a U.S. Pretrial Services report… Continue reading Former ND Senator Repeatedly Violates Release Conditions Ahead of Child Abuse Plea

Red Lake County Man Charged with Child Torture After Video Surfaces

Joseph Cole Wulfson

RED LAKE COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Brooks, Minnesota, man faces serious criminal charges after a disturbing video surfaced showing him brutally beating a 12-year-old child. Joseph Cole Wulfson, 34, is charged with felony child torture, gross misdemeanor malicious punishment of a child, and misdemeanor domestic assault. The felony child torture charge carries a potential… Continue reading Red Lake County Man Charged with Child Torture After Video Surfaces

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

Two Moorhead Men Charged with Felony Child Pornography in Separate Cases

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In Clay County, Minnesota, two Moorhead men are facing serious felony charges related to child pornography. Jacob A. Paulus is charged with seven counts of possessing pornographic material involving minors under 14. The charges stem from a tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, which led to a… Continue reading Two Moorhead Men Charged with Felony Child Pornography in Separate Cases

Breaking News: Child Injured by Boat Propeller near Hackensack, Minnesota

Breaking News: Child Injured by Boat Propeller near Hackensack, Minnesota

HACKENSACK, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Emergency responders rushed to Stony Lake in Cass County, Minnesota on Monday evening following a distressing incident. A six-year-old girl fell from a boat and collided with its propeller, sustaining significant lacerations. The father reported the accident, highlighting the severity of the injuries. This incident underscores the importance of water safety,… Continue reading Breaking News: Child Injured by Boat Propeller near Hackensack, Minnesota

Child Struck by Boat Propeller in Minnesota, Emergency Air Transport Requested on Monday Evening

HACKENSACK, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Emergency responders were call to the scene of a child hit by a boat propeller on Monday evening near Hackensack, Minnesota.

Online Predator’s Cold Feet Can’t Escape Justice

Aaron Doss

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In Fargo, North Dakota, Aaron Doss, 27, faced the consequences of his actions after participating in a plot to coerce and entice a minor into committing an illegal sex act. Despite having cold feet at the last minute, Doss was indicted alongside former school superintendent Ryan Baron for using the internet… Continue reading Online Predator’s Cold Feet Can’t Escape Justice

🚔 Detroit Lakes Man Sentenced for Felony DWI After Incident with Child

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Scott Patrick Reynolds, 34, of Detroit Lakes, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for felony DWI. A second felony DWI charge was dropped as part of a plea agreement. Incident Details: Date: August 14, 2023 Vehicle: Silver Mercedes Benz Location: Near Lake Park, later on West Lake Drive,… Continue reading 🚔 Detroit Lakes Man Sentenced for Felony DWI After Incident with Child

Child Struck by Pickup Truck in Ely, Minnesota

Child Hit By Pickup In Ely, Minnesota

ELY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A young child was struck by a pickup truck in Ely, Minnesota, on Thursday morning, according to local police. The incident occurred just after 8:00 a.m. at the intersection of Sheridan Street and Central Avenue. The driver of a Ram pickup was making a left turn onto Central Avenue when the… Continue reading Child Struck by Pickup Truck in Ely, Minnesota

Halstad Man Charged with Child Abuse: Infant Hospitalized with Seizures and Bruises

Matthew D. Warner

HALSTAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Matthew D. Warner, a 25-year-old from Halstad, Minnesota, has been charged with felony malicious punishment of a child and gross misdemeanor child endangerment. The charges followed a disturbing incident on July 12th when Warner and his wife brought their six-week-old infant to Sanford Fargo’s Children’s Urgent Care Clinic. The infant, suffering… Continue reading Halstad Man Charged with Child Abuse: Infant Hospitalized with Seizures and Bruises

Man from Halstad, MN facing charges for malicious punishment of a child

HALSTAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Halstad, Minnesota man has been charged with felony Malicious Punishment of a Child. A 6-week old infant was hospitalized with seizures and bruises.

Red Lake Man Sentenced to Five Years for Child Neglect Resulting in Death

Red Lake Man Sentenced to Five Years for Child Neglect Resulting in Death

ST. PAUL, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Julius Fineday Sr., a resident of Red Lake, Minnesota, has been sentenced to five years in federal prison for felony child neglect leading to the death of a child. Court documents revealed that Fineday, 42, deprived the child of essential food, healthcare, and other basic needs, resulting in malnutrition and… Continue reading Red Lake Man Sentenced to Five Years for Child Neglect Resulting in Death

One of two individuals sentenced in Red Lake child neglect case that resulted in death

ST. PAUL, MN (trfnews.i234.me) One of 2 people involved in a child neglect case at Red Lake, Minnesota that resulted in the death of a child has been sentenced.

🌟 ‘ALF’ Child Star Benji Gregory Dies at 46 Amid Arizona Heat Wave

Benji Gregory

Benji Gregory, the beloved child star best known for his role on the 1980s sitcom “ALF,” has tragically passed away at the age of 46. Gregory, who captivated audiences as Brian Tanner, was found dead on June 13 in a parked car outside a bank in Peoria, Arizona. The former actor’s death has been attributed… Continue reading 🌟 ‘ALF’ Child Star Benji Gregory Dies at 46 Amid Arizona Heat Wave

Brooks Man Charged with Felony Child Torture in Disturbing Incident

Joseph Cole Wulfson

BROOKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a deeply troubling case out of Red Lake County, Minnesota, 33-year-old Joseph Cole Wulfson of Brooks has been charged with felony child torture and gross misdemeanor malicious punishment of a child. According to court documents, the charges stem from an incident on July 11th, when a tipster reported to a… Continue reading Brooks Man Charged with Felony Child Torture in Disturbing Incident

Child Found Unresponsive in Pool Airlifted to Hospital in Fargo

Tragedy Strikes in Bagley: Child Found Unresponsive in Pool

BAGLEY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – We have an update regarding a child found unresponsive in a pool in rural Bagley, Minnesota, late Sunday afternoon. This update comes from the Clearwater County Sheriff’s Department about a possible drowning incident first reported around 5:00 p.m. on Sunday. The sheriff’s department received a call reporting that a young child… Continue reading Child Found Unresponsive in Pool Airlifted to Hospital in Fargo

Tragedy Strikes in Bagley: Child Found Unresponsive in Pool

Tragedy Strikes in Bagley: Child Found Unresponsive in Pool

BAGLEY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Emergency responders were dispatched to rural Bagley, Minnesota, late Sunday afternoon following reports of a child drowning. According to emergency radio traffic at around 5:00 p.m., a child was found unresponsive in a pool. CPR was initiated as the child was being transported to Bagley. More details will be provided as… Continue reading Tragedy Strikes in Bagley: Child Found Unresponsive in Pool

Fargo Man Busted for Trading Child Pornography

Travis James Fetzer

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fargo man has been charged with promoting child pornography after authorities discovered he had been exchanging explicit images of minors online. Travis James Fetzer, age 38, is facing five felony counts related to the distribution and possession of child pornography. According to court documents, Fetzer engaged in numerous conversations on… Continue reading Fargo Man Busted for Trading Child Pornography

Pair Arrested and Charged with Murder of 3-Year-Old Child

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Moorhead, Minnesota pair has been charged with 2nd Degree Murder in connection to the death of a 3-year old they were watching. We have details regarding the charges from the criminal complaint.

Former North Dakota Sen. Ray Holmberg Set for August Plea Hearing in Child Sex Tourism Case

Ray Holmberg

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A plea hearing for former North Dakota Senator Ray Holmberg has been scheduled for early August. The hearing will take place at 10:30 a.m. on August 8 at the Quentin N. Burdick Federal Courthouse in Fargo. Holmberg, a Republican, is expected to admit to traveling to Prague multiple times with the… Continue reading Former North Dakota Sen. Ray Holmberg Set for August Plea Hearing in Child Sex Tourism Case

Williston Man Sentenced to 50 Years for Child Exploitation: Shocking Details Emerge

Nicholas Nesdahl

BISMARCK, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Williston man, Nicholas Nesdahl, 29, has been sentenced to 50 years in federal prison on nine counts of producing or attempting to produce images and videos of child sexual exploitation. The charges, stemming from incidents in North Dakota and Pennsylvania, resulted in 30 years for North Dakota offenses and 20… Continue reading Williston Man Sentenced to 50 Years for Child Exploitation: Shocking Details Emerge

TRF man sentenced for possessing child porn

Jonathan Wyatt Hulst

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Thief River Falls man was sentenced Monday, June 17 in Pennington County District Court for possessing an image of child pornography. Jonathan Wyatt Hulst, 22, was sentenced to 72 months in prison for a felony charge of possession of pornographic work involving minors. Credit was given for 304… Continue reading TRF man sentenced for possessing child porn

Former School Superintendent Faces Federal Child Exploitation Charges

Ryan Baron, Aaron Doss

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Ryan Baron, the former superintendent of the Midkota School District in North Dakota, now faces several federal child exploitation charges. Initially charged with possessing child sexual abuse materials last November, Baron was federally indicted on June 6, the same day his state trial was set for mid-September. The federal case was… Continue reading Former School Superintendent Faces Federal Child Exploitation Charges

Comprehensive Analysis of the Audit on Minnesota’s Child Nutrition Program Fraud

Governor Tim Walz has acknowledged responsibility following a report revealing his administration’s failure to prevent the most significant pandemic fraud case in the nation. This comprehensive article delves into the details of the legislative audit, the administration’s response, and the broader implications for state governance and future preventive measures. The Audit Findings Overview of the… Continue reading Comprehensive Analysis of the Audit on Minnesota’s Child Nutrition Program Fraud

Rural Akeley Man Arrested for Disseminating Child Pornography

HUBBARD COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) -A rural Akeley man has been arrested and charged with multiple counts of disseminating child pornography. According to a press release from the Hubbard County Sheriff’s Office, the investigation began when the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children reported on April 15 that child pornography was being uploaded and disseminated… Continue reading Rural Akeley Man Arrested for Disseminating Child Pornography

Federal Court Takes Over Child Porn Charges Against Former ND Superintendent & Fargo Man

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Child porn charges against the former Superintendent of Midkota Schools and a Fargo man have now moved into Federal Court. Ryan Baron and Aaron Doss allegedly swapped child porn images.

Three-Year-Old Child Attacked by Dog in Pembina County, North Dakota – Latest Developments

WALHALLA, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding a 3-year old being attacked by a dog in Pembina County, North Dakota Wednesday evening. It happened in the town of Walhalla. The girl was taken to a Fargo hospital to undergo surgery and more are needed.

Thief River Falls Man Sentenced for Child Pornography

Michael Keith Wilburn

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Thief River Falls man was sentenced Tuesday, May 28, in Pennington County District Court for possessing child pornography. Michael Keith Wilburn, 61, received sentences for two felony offenses of possession of pornographic work involving a computer disk/electronic/magnetic/optical image and one felony offense of possession of pornographic work involving… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Sentenced for Child Pornography

Tragic Loss: Six-Year-Old Victim Dies After DUI Crash

Grand Forks, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a devastating turn of events, a six-year-old girl has tragically passed away from injuries sustained in a harrowing crash near Grand Forks. The incident occurred when a pickup, driven by Travis Bell (43) and allegedly under the influence, rear-ended a car stopped at a red light. Despite the severity… Continue reading Tragic Loss: Six-Year-Old Victim Dies After DUI Crash

UPDATE: Child involved in Grand Forks crash passes away, charges likely to be elevated.

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A child involved in a Grand Forks crash has died. Charges against the suspect are expected to be upgraded.

Update: Charges filed in crash near Grand Forks Airport; adult victim identified, child airlifted

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Charges have now been filed against a Fordville, North Dakota man, after he crashed into another vehicle stopped at the light on Highway 2 by the Grand Forks Airport Monday night. The victim has been identified as 26-year old Nicole Louthain of the GF Air Base and a 6-year old child… Continue reading Update: Charges filed in crash near Grand Forks Airport; adult victim identified, child airlifted

Pickup Driver Arrested After Crash Injures Woman and Child Near Grand Forks Airport on Highway 2

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A woman and child were seriously injured after their vehicle was rear ended at the stop light on Highway 2 by the Grand Forks Airport Monday evening. The driver of the pickup that struck them was arrested.

Man sentenced to 40 years in prison for child pornography charges, linked to former senator with a tainted reputation.

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man with connections to a disgraced Grand Forks Senator has been sentenced to 40 years in federal prison on child porn charges.

Minnesota Man Set to Change Plea in Shocking Child Abuse Case

Manuel Martinez Jr.

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Minnesota man’s Thursday, May 23, final dispositional conference in Grand Forks County court was canceled because he plans to change his plea in the gross sexual imposition case. Manuel Martinez Jr., 47, is charged with four counts of Class AA felony gross sexual imposition-victim under the age of 15-defendant… Continue reading Minnesota Man Set to Change Plea in Shocking Child Abuse Case

Audriana Marie Nunn, 35, of Goodridge, has been charged with child endangerment

Goodridge, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Audriana Marie Nunn, 35, of Goodridge, has been charged with child endangerment for leaving her 3-month-old daughter unattended in her idling car while she drank at a liquor store. Incident Report: Marshall County Social Services received a child endangerment report on March 29, forwarded to the Pennington County Sheriff’s Office. Allegations:… Continue reading Audriana Marie Nunn, 35, of Goodridge, has been charged with child endangerment

Child Escapes Unharmed in UTV Roll-Over

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – No injuries were reported after a 12-year-old crashed a UTV on Monday west of Thief River Falls. According to police, a 12-year-old female rolled a Polaris Ranger near the intersection of Center Avenue North and 180th Street. Sheriff’s Deputies arrived at the scene just after 8 p.m.  

Charges for Attempting to Hit Man, Woman, and Child in Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks, North Dakota woman is facing a trio of felony charges, after allegedly trying to run over a man, woman and child in a Walmart parking lot.

Court sets trial date in death of 3-year-old child from Spirit Lake, ND

FORT TOTTEN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Federal trial date of June 25th has been set in connection to the death of 3-year old Ariana McKay. Her father, Austin Lester and his girlfriend, Krissy Hinsley are facing charges in connection to the death of the child.

Minnesota Woman Accused of Child Torture Seeks Extension as Attorney General Takes Over Prosecution

Jorden Nicole Borders

BRAINERD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jorden Nicole Borders, accused of torturing her three children, appeared via Zoom with her public defender, Mark Hansen, on Tuesday, April 23. They requested more time as the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office assumed prosecution. Assistant Attorneys General Mary Russell and Dominika Kins were consulted, with the state supporting the request. Borders… Continue reading Minnesota Woman Accused of Child Torture Seeks Extension as Attorney General Takes Over Prosecution

Former Olmsted County Deputy Faces Federal Charges for Child Sexual Abuse Offenses

Matthew Richard Adamson

ROCHESTER, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Matthew Richard Adamson, a 45-year-old former deputy from Olmsted County, Rochester, is indicted on multiple federal charges related to child sexual abuse. Indicted on April 11 in the U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota, Adamson faces charges including production and attempted production of child sexual abuse materials, coercion, and… Continue reading Former Olmsted County Deputy Faces Federal Charges for Child Sexual Abuse Offenses

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

EGF man sentenced for possessing child porn

Kevin Wayne Cota

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – An East Grand Forks man was sentenced Monday, April 15 in Pennington County District Court for possessing a total of four pornographic images of two girls. Kevin Wayne Cota, 45, was sentenced for four felony counts of possession of pornographic work involving minors. Judge Tamara Yon had previously convicted Cota… Continue reading EGF man sentenced for possessing child porn

TRF man pleads guilty to child porn charge

Jonathan Wyatt Hulst

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Thief River Falls man pled guilty Monday, April 15 to possessing an image of child pornography. Jonathan Wyatt Hulst, 22, pled guilty to a felony charge of possession of pornographic work involving minors. Hulst, who cried during the court hearing, admitted he possessed an image of a prepubescent, completely… Continue reading TRF man pleads guilty to child porn charge

Five Convicted of Child Abuse on Red Lake Indian Reservation

Five Convicted of Child Abuse on Red Lake Indian Reservation

MINNEAPOLIS (trfnews.i234.me)  – Bobbi Jo Johnson, also known as Bobbi Jo Kingbird, has been found guilty by a federal jury of child neglect and child endangerment on the Red Lake Indian Reservation. The 46-year-old Red Lake woman’s conviction spans from January 2021 to April 2022. The victim, a child in the foster care of her… Continue reading Five Convicted of Child Abuse on Red Lake Indian Reservation

Daycare Provider in Bemidji Accused of 3 Counts of Child Neglect

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Bemidji daycare provider has been charged with Child Neglect. Three counts of felony level, Neglect of a Child have been filed against 33-year old Samantha Ann Matthees of Bemidji, Minesota.

Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Horrific Crimes Against a Child

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Ja’Haun Kardelle Stafford, 38, appeared in court on Wednesday, April 3, after a preliminary hearing determined probable cause for his case to proceed. Facing grave charges, Stafford pleaded not guilty to sexual and violent offenses against a child. Stafford’s charges include a Class AA felony for gross sexual imposition involving… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Horrific Crimes Against a Child

Unusual: Terrifying Encounter in Fargo with Child

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We had a bizarre, scary incident involving a child early this Thursday morning in Fargo. Hayle Jensen has now been charged with Burglary.