Thief River Falls: Driver Cited After Collision with Juvenile on Bike

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A serious incident occurred in Thief River Falls over the weekend when a vehicle struck a juvenile who was riding their bike. According to police reports, James Mattison was driving his red Kia and had entered an intersection where he turned left onto Highway 59 from the 1500 block… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Driver Cited After Collision with Juvenile on Bike

Pedestrian Alert: Woman Cited After Juvenile Biker Struck in Thief River Falls

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A woman has been cited after her vehicle collided with a juvenile on a bike last month in Thief River Falls. According to police, Megan Brown was driving a 2020 Ford Explorer when she turned into the intersection and struck the young biker. The incident occurred just before 7:30… Continue reading Pedestrian Alert: Woman Cited After Juvenile Biker Struck in Thief River Falls

Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office Report 10/12/24

On 10/03/24, Melissa Jean Peterson (42) of Red Lake Falls was cited for a misdemeanor school-bus stop-arm violation. She was identified as the driver of a vehicle that drove through a stop-arm on 4th St. SW in Red Lake Falls on 09/27/24. On the morning of 10/04/24, the Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office received a… Continue reading Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office Report 10/12/24

Newfolden Woman Cited for Theft After Tampering with Coin-Operated Laundry Machines in Thief River Falls

Miranda Lee Timm

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 25-year-old woman from the Newfolden area, Miranda Lee Timm, was cited for theft after allegedly using a key to manipulate coin-operated washers and dryers at Northland Village in Thief River Falls. According to police, Timm was reported for forcing the machines to operate without payment, bypassing the coin… Continue reading Newfolden Woman Cited for Theft After Tampering with Coin-Operated Laundry Machines in Thief River Falls

Thief River Falls Man Cited for Package Theft at West River Falls Estate

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 41-year-old man from Thief River Falls, Dustin Paul Turcotte, was cited for theft following a report of a stolen package at West River Falls Estate. Authorities responded to the report just before 2 p.m. on September 20th. Police conducted an investigation and issued the citation, bringing attention to… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Cited for Package Theft at West River Falls Estate

Man Cited for Disorderly Conduct After Disturbance at Thief River Falls Ace Hardware

Cory Juaire

A man was cited for disorderly conduct following a disturbance at a Thief River Falls business. On September 20th, police were dispatched to Ace Hardware after receiving reports of an individual causing a scene and alarming customers. The suspect, identified as Cory Juaire, 34, of Thief River Falls, was cited for “Disorderly Conduct – Offensive/Abusive/Noisy/Obscene.”… Continue reading Man Cited for Disorderly Conduct After Disturbance at Thief River Falls Ace Hardware

Strandquist Man Cited for Parking Lot Crash in Thief River Falls

A Strandquist area man, Randy Walsh, has been cited following a parking lot crash at a Thief River Falls business on September 11th. According to police, Walsh allegedly struck a light post with his 1999 Volvo but failed to notify the property owner or authorities. He was cited for “Failure to notify owner/police of damaged… Continue reading Strandquist Man Cited for Parking Lot Crash in Thief River Falls

Thief River Falls Woman Cited for Careless Driving and No Insurance After Two-Vehicle Crash

A woman from the Thief River Falls area, Cherie Thorne, was cited following a two-vehicle accident on Main Avenue last Thursday. According to police, Thorne was cited for No Motor Vehicle Insurance and Careless Driving after her southbound vehicle struck the rear of another southbound vehicle just before 4 p.m. No injuries were reported in… Continue reading Thief River Falls Woman Cited for Careless Driving and No Insurance After Two-Vehicle Crash

Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office Report 9-23-2024

On the afternoon of 09/06/24, Troy Adam Boucher (49) of LaPorte was cited for speeding on Hwy. #59 south of Brooks. On the morning of 09/07/24, the Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a rooster crowing very early in the morning, causing a disturbance in the city of Brooks. Red Lake County… Continue reading Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office Report 9-23-2024

Newfolden Man Cited for Theft After Allegedly Leaving Convenience Store Without Paying

A Newfolden area man, identified as 34-year-old Evan Maki, was cited for theft after allegedly leaving a Thief River Falls convenience store without paying for gas and cigarettes. According to reports, Maki attempted to charge his purchases, but when informed that he could not, he walked out of the store without completing the transaction. The… Continue reading Newfolden Man Cited for Theft After Allegedly Leaving Convenience Store Without Paying

Rear-End Collision at Railroad Tracks: Thief River Falls Driver Cited for Failure to Stop

On September 4 at 5:03 p.m., police responded to a rear-end collision at the railroad tracks near the intersection of Sixth Street and Kinney Avenue. Jamal Lewis, driving a 2005 Saturn, rear-ended a 2022 Dodge Ram 1500 operated by Andrew Tabor, who was stopped at the stop sign. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. Lewis has… Continue reading Rear-End Collision at Railroad Tracks: Thief River Falls Driver Cited for Failure to Stop

Thief River Falls Woman Cited in Two-Vehicle Collision

Alyssa Traaseth, a resident of the Thief River Falls area, was cited for failure to yield following a two-vehicle accident at the intersection of Greenwood Street and Pennington Avenue on Tuesday. The collision occurred shortly after 2:30 p.m. when the 2018 GMC Acadia Traaseth was driving collided with a 2016 Ford. Fortunately, no injuries were… Continue reading Thief River Falls Woman Cited in Two-Vehicle Collision

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

Thief River Falls Driver Cited After Rear-Ending Pickup at Railroad Crossing

A Thief River Falls man has been cited after a two-vehicle accident at a railroad crossing on Wednesday. Jamal Lewis was cited after his vehicle rear-ended a pickup truck that had stopped at the crossing on 6th Street & Kinney Avenue. According to police, Lewis was cited for “Failure to Stop at a Stop Sign… Continue reading Thief River Falls Driver Cited After Rear-Ending Pickup at Railroad Crossing

Trespassing Incident at Skylite Apartments: Thief River Falls Man Cited for Disorderly Conduct

Randy Ryan Hicks

On August 6 at 7:16 p.m., Thief River Falls police received a report of a bizarre trespassing incident at Skylite Apartments, located at 415 Arnold Ave. S. Randy Ryan Hicks, 68, was cited for trespassing and disorderly conduct after causing a disturbance that alarmed residents. Hicks was reportedly riding his bicycle with an unusual assortment… Continue reading Trespassing Incident at Skylite Apartments: Thief River Falls Man Cited for Disorderly Conduct

Driver Cited After Collision in Walmart Parking Lot: No Injuries Reported

On August 6 at 9:42 p.m., a minor collision occurred in the Walmart parking lot in Thief River Falls. Neil Howard of Mahnomen was reversing his 1998 Ford Windstar out of a parking space when he accidentally struck a 2011 Buick Lucerne owned by Marilyn Grafstrom of Roseau. There were no injuries reported in the… Continue reading Driver Cited After Collision in Walmart Parking Lot: No Injuries Reported

Thief River Falls Man Cited for Trespassing at Hugo’s Supermarket

Randy Ryan Hicks

On the evening of August 10, at 8:33 p.m., Thief River Falls police responded to a report of trespassing at Hugo’s Supermarket. The individual involved, identified as 68-year-old Randy Ryan Hicks, was cited for trespassing. The nature of the incident remains under investigation.

Thief River Falls Woman Cited for Vandalizing Store with Indecent Act

On August 17 at 4:14 p.m., Thief River Falls police responded to a report of property damage at Community Consignments, leading to the citation of 61-year-old Sherri Jean Pearson. Pearson faces charges of fourth-degree damage to property, disorderly conduct, and indecent exposure following an unsettling incident. According to the citation, Pearson allegedly defecated in a… Continue reading Thief River Falls Woman Cited for Vandalizing Store with Indecent Act

Motorist Cited for Multiple Violations After Losing Branches from Trailer

Chad Mitchell Beito

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On July 23 at 12:43 p.m., the sheriff’s office received a report that a motorist was losing branches out of a trailer near the intersection of 140th Avenue Northeast and 150th Street Northeast. Chad Mitchell Beito, 46, no city listed, has been cited for driving after revocation, no proof of… Continue reading Motorist Cited for Multiple Violations After Losing Branches from Trailer

Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office Report 8-6-2024

On 07/26/24, Anthony Randal Villebrun (45) of Ogema was cited for misdemeanor theft by check. On 07/07/24, Mr. Villebrun issued two checks to the Brooks Cenex for a total amount of $212.87. Mr. Villebrun’s checking account was not active at the time he issued these checks. He will be summonsed to appear in Court in… Continue reading Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office Report 8-6-2024

Man Cited for Vandalism After Disturbance at Hubert’s Outdoor Power

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On July 16 at 3:17 p.m., police responded to a disturbance at Hubert’s Outdoor Power. Clarence Spears Jr., 33, of Redby, was cited for fourth-degree damage to property – intentional. He allegedly ripped a paper towel dispenser and some pictures off the wall.

Redby Man Cited for Property Damage at Thief River Falls Business

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On Tuesday, Clarence Spears Junior, 33, from the Redby area, was cited for 4th Degree Intentional Damage to Property following an incident at a Thief River Falls business. Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to the scene after a report of vandalism, including a ripped paper towel dispenser and removed pictures… Continue reading Redby Man Cited for Property Damage at Thief River Falls Business

Elderly Driver Cited After Three-Vehicle Crash in South Fargo Injures Two

Elderly Driver Cited After Three-Vehicle Crash in South Fargo Injures Two

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – An elderly driver has been cited following a three-vehicle crash in South Fargo on Friday afternoon. The incident occurred around 3:40 p.m. at the intersection of South University Drive and 15th Avenue. Fargo police responded to the scene, where two individuals were found to have sustained non-life-threatening injuries. They were transported… Continue reading Elderly Driver Cited After Three-Vehicle Crash in South Fargo Injures Two

Two Thief River Falls Men Cited for Trespassing at Horace Avenue Home

Santos Anthony Bower

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On July 9 at 6:49 p.m., police responded to a report of trespassing at a multi-family home located at 421 Horace Ave. N. Randy Ryan Hicks, 68, and Santos Anthony Bower, 34, both of Thief River Falls, have been cited for trespassing. According to the citations, officers observed Bower… Continue reading Two Thief River Falls Men Cited for Trespassing at Horace Avenue Home

Thief River Falls Man Cited for Theft After Passing Counterfeit Money at Local Inn

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On July 6 at 5:38 p.m., police received a report of counterfeit money at C’Mon Inn in Thief River Falls. John Charles Isleman, 31, has been cited for theft following the discovery of counterfeit bills. According to the citation, an employee initially found a counterfeit $5 bill in the… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Cited for Theft After Passing Counterfeit Money at Local Inn

Lake Park Man Sentenced to 36 Months for Felony DWI, Prior Convictions Cited

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Michael Ernest Bruns Jr., 44, of rural Lake Park, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court on a felony DWI charge. A second felony DWI charge was dropped as part of a plea agreement. According to court records, on the evening of February 6, 2024, a state trooper on… Continue reading Lake Park Man Sentenced to 36 Months for Felony DWI, Prior Convictions Cited

Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office Report Jul 17, 2024

On the afternoon of 07/04/24, Jade Lilja Hiniker (31) of Grand Forks was cited for speeding on CR. #13 west of Red Lake Falls. In the early morning hours of 07/05/24, a person staying at the Oklee Inn called the Sheriff’s Office several times because they were worried about a former co-worker harming them. A… Continue reading Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office Report Jul 17, 2024

Thief River Falls Man Cited for Using Counterfeit Currency at Local Inn

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A man was cited following a report of counterfeit currency at a Thief River Falls business. John Charles Isleman, 31, of Thief River Falls, was cited for “Theft – Take/Use/Transfer Movable Prop-No Consent” after police were called to the C’Mon Inn on Saturday. The caller reported finding counterfeit bills… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Cited for Using Counterfeit Currency at Local Inn

St. Hilaire Man Cited for Unpermitted Burning Incident

Chad Mitchell Beito

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On June 10 at 9:11 p.m., the sheriff’s office received a report of a fire outside of 10760 140th Ave. N.E. Chad Mitchell Beito, 46, of St. Hilaire, has been cited for burning without a permit. According to the citation, a sheriff’s deputy arrived to find a fire that was… Continue reading St. Hilaire Man Cited for Unpermitted Burning Incident

Thief River Falls Man Cited After Crashing into Electrical Box

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On June 3 at 7:10 p.m., police received a report of an accident behind a residence along Duluth Avenue. At the time of the accident, Aaron Merck of Thief River Falls was driving a 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. According to the report, he backed into an electrical box. Merck… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Cited After Crashing into Electrical Box

Collision at Uncontrolled Intersection: Driver Cited for Driving After Revocation

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On May 19 at 6:31 p.m., police responded to an accident at the intersection of Sixth Street and Dewey Avenue in Thief River Falls. Angel Eduardo Mendez Bejarano was driving a 2021 Toyota Tacoma eastbound on Sixth Street, while Zachary Haugen was driving a 2010 Chrysler Town & Country… Continue reading Collision at Uncontrolled Intersection: Driver Cited for Driving After Revocation

TRF Driver Faces Multiple Charges After Crashing into Electrical Box

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Thief River Falls man, Aaron Merck (39), has been cited for Failure to Notify Owner of Damaged Property after allegedly crashing his 2009 Hyundai into an electrical box near Duluth Avenue North. The incident, reported just after 7 p.m., has led to Merck facing two additional charges related… Continue reading TRF Driver Faces Multiple Charges After Crashing into Electrical Box

Christopher George Riggins was cited for disorderly conduct

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On May 6 at 12:08 p.m., police responded to a report of an intoxicated man banging on a hotel room door at Americas Best Value Inn and Suites. Christopher George Riggins, 53, from Orange City, Fla., was cited for disorderly conduct after admitting to being intoxicated. Riggins allegedly kicked… Continue reading Christopher George Riggins was cited for disorderly conduct

Alexerd Saavedra Morales cited and arrested for theft

Alexerd Saavedra Morales

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On May 4, at 12:45 a.m., a theft was allegedly observed at Northdale Petro Pumper. Alexerd Saavedra Morales, 21, from Thief River Falls, was cited and arrested for theft. Saavedra Morales reportedly left the convenience store without paying for a case of beer.

Wendy Sue Gustafson cited for theft

Wendy Sue Gustafson

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On April 27 at 11:47 a.m., a report of theft at Old Bostwicks led to Wendy Sue Gustafson, 53, of Thief River Falls, being cited for theft. She was allegedly caught on video surveillance stealing a clock, observed by a customer. Upon questioning by an officer, Gustafson claimed she… Continue reading Wendy Sue Gustafson cited for theft

Richard Wayne Reierson cited for theft

Richard Wayne Reierson

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On March 20 at 8:34 p.m., authorities responded to a theft report at L & M Fleet Supply. Richard Wayne Reierson, 36, from Thief River Falls, was cited for theft, with the citation filed on April 30. Reierson is accused of stealing $404.77 worth of merchandise. His connection to… Continue reading Richard Wayne Reierson cited for theft

Arriana Marie Robinette cited for theft

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On May 6 at 3:30 p.m., police responded to a theft report at Walmart. Arriana Marie Robinette, 21, from Newfolden, was cited for theft for allegedly taking $40 in cash that another customer had left behind at the self-checkout. The stolen money was returned.

Theft Incident at Walmart: Jay Daniel Bruski Cited

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On March 15 at 10:10 a.m., police received a report of a theft at Walmart. Jay Daniel Bruski, 30, of Thief River Falls, was cited for theft – specifically for finding and appropriating lost property and for theft with the intent to permanently deprive another of their property. According… Continue reading Theft Incident at Walmart: Jay Daniel Bruski Cited

TRF Man Cited For Allegedly Stealing Hotel Towels

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Thief River Falls man has been cited for theft following the reported disappearance of some towels. Police identified Randy Hicks, 68, as the individual cited for the theft. Officers were dispatched to America’s Best Value Inn & Suites shortly after 4 p.m. on Monday in response to the… Continue reading TRF Man Cited For Allegedly Stealing Hotel Towels

TRF Man Cited for Controlled Substance Offense

Kyle Travis Edgar

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Thief River Falls area man was arrested after allegedly fleeing police.  Kyle Travis Edgar, (40) was arrested for Controlled Substance Crime in the Third Degree, Fleeing an Officer by means other than a Motor Vehicle, and Driving after Revocation.  Police say Edgar was apprehended Wednesday evening at Highway… Continue reading TRF Man Cited for Controlled Substance Offense

TRF Woman Cited Following Two Vehicle Accident

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Thief River Falls woman was cited following a two-vehicle accident Tuesday.  Police say Arianna Garner was cited for Failure to Yield at Intersection after the vehicle she was driving struck a 2023 Kia on Horace Avenue North just before 8 pm.  No injuries were reported.

Disturbance on Horace Ave. N: Woman Cited for Disorderly Conduct After Altercation

Gina Lee Benavidez

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Police were summoned to the 100 block of Horace Ave. N following reports of a disturbance. Gina Lee Benavidez, 43, has been cited for disorderly conduct in connection with the incident. According to witnesses, Benavidez engaged in a verbal altercation with a man at the location. The dispute escalated… Continue reading Disturbance on Horace Ave. N: Woman Cited for Disorderly Conduct After Altercation

Man Cited for Domestic Assault at Seven Clans Casino

Jameson Lee Jackson

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On April 6, at 2:45 p.m., the sheriff’s office responded to a report of a domestic assault at Seven Clans Casino, Hotel, and Water Park. Jameson Lee Jackson, 22, of Moorhead, was cited for domestic assault following the incident. According to reports, Jackson, who was allegedly intoxicated at the… Continue reading Man Cited for Domestic Assault at Seven Clans Casino

Thief River Falls Woman Cited for Theft at Hugo’s

Amanda Faye Prosise

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On March 29 at 12:56 p.m., authorities responded to a theft report at Hugo’s in Thief River Falls. Amanda Faye Prosise, 42, has been cited for theft following the incident. Prosise allegedly attempted to steal two cans of food and a container of prepared chicken from the store. However,… Continue reading Thief River Falls Woman Cited for Theft at Hugo’s