FARGO (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fargo man, Shaquiel Mendez, 31, has been convicted of conspiracy to tamper with a witness in a federal murder case. The decision came after a four-day jury trial in federal court in Fargo. The U.S. Attorney’s Office reported that Mendez instructed two inmates at the Cass County Jail to stab a… Continue reading Fargo Man Convicted of Witness Tampering in Murder Case
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Grand Forks Man Convicted in Kidnapping and Assault Case
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — On December 10, 2024, a jury trial commenced in Grand Forks involving defendant Angel Alberto Torres-Sosa, aged 32. He faced charges including two Class A felonies—kidnapping and attempted gross sexual imposition—and two Class C felonies—aggravated assault and terrorizing. Class A felonies carry a maximum sentence of 20 years. The jury… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Convicted in Kidnapping and Assault Case
Minnesota Couple Convicted of Child Torture Receives Sentencing
RED WING, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Minnesota couple has been sentenced to prison for torturing their children.
Reba Lee Armstrong Convicted of Felony for Failure to Appear
Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Reba Lee Armstrong, born on May 14, 1988, was arrested on a felony charge related to a failure to appear. Reba Lee Armstrong was arrested on December 6, 2024, under the statute of FE {609.49.1}. The conviction highlights the importance of adhering to court orders and the legal ramifications that follow non-compliance. I’m… Continue reading Reba Lee Armstrong Convicted of Felony for Failure to Appear
Antonia Maria Wadena arrested for Felony Failure to Appear
Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Antonia Maria Wadena, born on July 22, 1996, has been arrested for a felony charge under section 609.49.1 for failure to appear in court. The charge, which pertains to her legal obligation to attend a scheduled court hearing, was filed on December 13, 2024. I’m Chris Harper reporting for trfnews.i234.me
Joshua Paul Roy Convicted in Legal Case for Failure to Appear
Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Joshua Paul Roy, born on 6/9/1980, was recently arrested on charges of failure to appear in court. This arrest is related to a gross misdemeanor under the statute MS 609.49.2. The legal proceedings culminated on 12/3/2024. I’m Chris Harper reporting for trfnews.i234.me
Trevor Lee Clark Faces Conviction for Failure to Appear in Court
Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On November 27, 2024, Trevor Lee Clark DOB 6/1/2005, was arrested for a failure to appear in court and is charged with a gross misdemeanor under Minnesota Statute 609.49.2, related to his failure to attend scheduled legal proceedings. The case has been concluded with a conviction for this offense. I’m Chris… Continue reading Trevor Lee Clark Faces Conviction for Failure to Appear in Court
Convicted Felon Arrested for Ammunition Possession in Thief River Falls
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On November 21, law enforcement received a report about a convicted felon, Robert Leonhard Chute, 38, of Thief River Falls, allegedly having firearms and a silencer in his vehicle. Chute has been charged with being an ineligible person in possession of ammunition, a felony under a protection order. Following… Continue reading Convicted Felon Arrested for Ammunition Possession in Thief River Falls
Cairo Bar Loses Liquor License After Owner Convicted of Felony Theft
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Court records reveal that between 2018 and 2021, Heba Ismail, owner of Cairo Restaurant and Bar in Fargo, submitted falsified timesheets to Personal Care Assistance (PCA) agencies, leading to an overpayment of Medicaid funds totaling $64,926. Of this amount, Ismail received $46,894 in wages. She was convicted of felony theft by… Continue reading Cairo Bar Loses Liquor License After Owner Convicted of Felony Theft
Deadly Border Crossing: Two Men Convicted of Human Smuggling in Minnesota
FERGUS FALLS, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — A jury in Fergus Falls, Minnesota, convicted two men of charges related to human smuggling. The operation led to the deaths of an Indian family who froze while trying to cross the U.S.-Canada border during a 2022 blizzard. Harshkumar Ramanlal Patel and Steve Shand were part of a sophisticated illegal… Continue reading Deadly Border Crossing: Two Men Convicted of Human Smuggling in Minnesota
Fargo Felon Pleads Guilty to Firearm Possession in Federal Case
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A 20-year-old Fargo resident, Kadar Pearson, has pleaded guilty in federal court to possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. Pearson was arrested during an investigation into a shots-fired report near The Arbors apartment complex. Authorities discovered him wearing a sweatshirt and ski mask despite warm weather conditions. When approached,… Continue reading Fargo Felon Pleads Guilty to Firearm Possession in Federal Case
Pair Convicted in Fatal Human Smuggling Case by Fergus Falls Jury
FERGUS FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A jury has found 2 men guilty in a human smuggling case that left a family of 4 frozen to death …
New Charges Filed Against Convicted Jamestown Sex Offender
UPDATE: Convicted Jamestown Sex Offender Facing New Charges JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding new charges against a convicted Jamestown, North Dakota sex offender.
A Minnesota Man Pleads Guilty to Aiding and Abetting Murder in the Third Degree
OLIVIA, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — According to court documents, Ortiz was involved in facilitating a drug sale between a woman who later died from an overdose caused by fentanyl and another individual. The incident occurred on October 25, 2023, when law enforcement responded to a residence in Morton, Minnesota. The woman was found unresponsive, and a… Continue reading A Minnesota Man Pleads Guilty to Aiding and Abetting Murder in the Third Degree
Convicted Child Predator: St. Cloud Man Pleads Guilty to 5 Counts of Felony Charges
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
West Fargo Man Convicted of Killing His Wife by Jury
CASS COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A jury has found Spencer Moen of West Fargo guilty of murdering his wife in August of 2023.
Grand Forks Man Convicted of Gross Sexual Imposition by Jury
Jury Finds Grand Forks Man Guilty Of Gross Sexual Imposition GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks jury on Thursday afternoon found a man guilty of Gross Sexual Imposition.
Cavalier, North Dakota Resident Convicted of Heinous Crimes
Cavalier, North Dakota Man Found “Guilty” Of Brutal Crimes CAVALIER, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Benamin “BJ” Hannesson of Cavalier, North Dakota has been found guilty in a string of brutal crimes against a woman in Pembina County in October of 2018.
BREAKING NEWS: Bemidji Woman Convicted of Murder
BREAKING NEWS: Bemidji Woman Found “Guilty” Of Murder BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Bemidji, Minnesota jury has found Janelle Johnson “Guilty” of 2nd Degree Murder.
Devils Lake Man Convicted of Sexually Assaulting Minors
Devils Lake Man Guilty Of Sexually Assaulting Girls DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Howard Studhorse of Devils Lake has been convicted of 5 felony counts of Gross Sexual Imposition. He’s awaiting sentencing and could face life in prison.
UPDATE: Convicted Sex Offender Re-Arrested in Devils Lake
UPDATE: Convicted Sex Offender Back Behind Bars In Devils Lake DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A convicted sex offender in Devils Lake, North Dakota who was on the run has been captured.
EXCLUSIVE: Dinner with a Convicted Murderer in Bemidji, Minnesota
EXCLUSIVE: Date With Convicted Murderer In Bemidji, Minnesota BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A woman survived her date with Terry Bercier in Bemidji. She met him online and he’s now facing Kidnapping and Criminal Sexual Assault charges. The victim also didn’t apparently know he is a convicted murderer.
Woman Convicted of Shocking Lake of Woods Crime, Sentenced to Prison Time
Woman Convicted Of Outrageous Lake Of Woods Crime, Will Now Do The Prison Time LAKE OF THE WOODS COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Retina LaValla, the woman convicted of stealing money from a Go Fund Me account, setup for the families of 3 boaters who died on Lake of the Woods has now been sentenced to prison.
Bemidji Resident Convicted in Fentanyl Overdose Homicide
Bemidji Man Found Guilty Of Murder In Fentanyl Overdose Death BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A jury has found Clyde Reyes Junior of Bemidji, Minnesota guilty of 3rd Degree Murder in the January 2022 overdose death of a woman. Sentencing is scheduled for July 27th.
BREAKING NEWS: Ex-Minneapolis Police Officer Convicted of 3rd Degree Murder
BREAKING NEWS: Former Minneapolis Police Officer Found Guilty of 3rd Degree Murder MINNEAPOLIS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A former Minneapolis Police Officer has been found guilty of 3rd Degree Murder and 2nd Degree Manslaughter.
Sentencing Delayed for Bismarck Man Convicted of Terrorizing with a Weapon
BISMARCK, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — Daedyn Lewellyn, a 19-year-old from Bismarck, had his sentencing hearing postponed after his defense attorney requested more time to review the pre-sentencing investigation (PSI) report. Lewellyn appeared in Burleigh County District Court on Monday, September 16, for the hearing after being convicted of terrorizing two people at their home last summer,… Continue reading Sentencing Delayed for Bismarck Man Convicted of Terrorizing with a Weapon
Thief River Falls Woman Convicted of Arson After Drunken Incident
THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Misty Myhrer, a woman from Thief River Falls, has been convicted of 4th-degree arson for setting her apartment on fire following a night of drinking in January. Initially charged with 1st-degree arson, Myhrer received credit for one week served in jail and faces no further incarceration unless she violates… Continue reading Thief River Falls Woman Convicted of Arson After Drunken Incident
Rhode Island Drug Kingpin Loses Appeal but Keeps Lengthy Sentence
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Rhode Island man, Steven Barros Pinto, convicted of manufacturing tens of thousands of fentanyl pills for an international drug ring, will have one less charge on his record after an appeals court ruled he faced double jeopardy. However, his sentence is unlikely to change. The Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals… Continue reading Rhode Island Drug Kingpin Loses Appeal but Keeps Lengthy Sentence
Hunter Biden Convicted on All Charges in Federal Gun Trial
Hunter Biden, the son of President Joe Biden, was found guilty on all three federal charges related to his 2018 gun purchase. The jury convicted him for falsely denying drug use on the gun application and for possessing a firearm while being a drug user. Facing a potential sentence of up to 25 years in… Continue reading Hunter Biden Convicted on All Charges in Federal Gun Trial
Hunter Biden Convicted on All Charges Related to Illegal Gun Possession
WILMINGTON, DEL. (trfnews.i234.me) – Hunter Biden, the son of President Biden, was convicted on all three charges stemming from the illegal possession of a firearm. The verdict, reached after two days of deliberations, found him guilty of lying on a gun application, falsely denying drug use, and illegally possessing the firearm for 11 days. Hunter… Continue reading Hunter Biden Convicted on All Charges Related to Illegal Gun Possession
Kangaroo Court Conviction”: Senator Cramer Reacts to Trump’s Guilty Verdict
WASHINGTON (trfnews.i234.me) – Minutes after a New York jury found former President Donald Trump guilty of 34 felonies, North Dakota Republican U.S. Sen. Kevin Cramer posted his reaction on social media. “A kangaroo court in a third world city has ensured Donald Trump’s place in history as the 1st convicted president to win re-election,” Cramer… Continue reading Kangaroo Court Conviction”: Senator Cramer Reacts to Trump’s Guilty Verdict
Thief River Falls man convicted on possession charge
Alejandro Lee Lara, 25, Thief River Falls, was sentenced in Morrison County District Court to 39 months in a correctional facility and fined $50 for one felony count of third-degree possession of a controlled substance. One felony count of second-degree sale of a controlled substance was dismissed. According to the criminal complaint, on July 28,… Continue reading Thief River Falls man convicted on possession charge
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
Mandan Man Found Guilty of Murder in Bismarck Shooting
BISMARCK, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a decisive verdict, jurors convicted Benjamin Williams, 29, of Mandan, for the murder of Christopher Sebastian, 39, in a 2022 shooting incident in Bismarck. The jury’s decision, reached after less than two hours of deliberation on Monday, could result in Williams facing life imprisonment without parole. Sentencing awaits scheduling, with… Continue reading Mandan Man Found Guilty of Murder in Bismarck Shooting