Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On March 18 at about 4:37 p.m., a sheriff’s deputy allegedly observed a motorist driving past the Law Enforcement Center despite having his driving privileges canceled. Dennis Robert Slack, 36, from Goodridge, was charged with driving after cancellation – inimical to public safety, and he was subsequently arrested.
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Adam Mark Swanson, 44, Thief River Falls, was charged with refusal to submit to a chemical test
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On April 21 at 12:28 a.m., Adam Mark Swanson, 44, from Thief River Falls, was charged during a traffic stop along 155th Street Northeast. He faces third-degree refusal to submit to a chemical test, no proof of insurance, and unlawful possession of legend drugs. Swanson failed field sobriety tests,… Continue reading Adam Mark Swanson, 44, Thief River Falls, was charged with refusal to submit to a chemical test
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
Pennington County Sheriff’s Office and Law Enforcement Cases Overview 5-20-2024
Pennington County Sheriff’s Office Cases: Toni Anne Belgarde, 33, Thief River Falls Fourth-degree driving while impaired Fine: $510 Sentence: 30 days in jail stayed for one year Probation: One year, comprehensive assessment within 60 days, complete recommended level of treatment and aftercare. Nathan Thomas Willett, 21, East Grand Forks Theft of motor fuel from a… Continue reading Pennington County Sheriff’s Office and Law Enforcement Cases Overview 5-20-2024
Craig Allen Moore, 35, receives an 18-month prison sentence
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Craig Allen Moore, 35, received an 18-month prison sentence for third-degree assault, along with several additional orders by the court. Sentence: Moore was sentenced to 18 months in prison. Firearms Restriction: He was prohibited from possessing firearms, ammunition, or explosives for life unless his civil rights were restored. DNA… Continue reading Craig Allen Moore, 35, receives an 18-month prison sentence
John James Nogowski, 35, Faces Charges for Alleged Methamphetamine Sale
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – John James Nogowski, 35, from Fargo, North Dakota, faces charges in Pennington County District Court for allegedly selling methamphetamine to an informant in Thief River Falls in January. Details of the Case: Charge: Nogowski has been charged with felony third-degree controlled substance crime – sale. A warrant has been… Continue reading John James Nogowski, 35, Faces Charges for Alleged Methamphetamine Sale
A man was fatally shot Friday night, May 17, at a Green Line light-rail station in St. Paul.
ST. PAUL, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Police responded at about 11 p.m. to a report of shots fired at the eastbound Metro Transit Green Line station at Dale Street and University Avenue. Officers found a man on the platform with multiple gunshot wounds. He was taken to Regions Hospital, where he was pronounced dead, according to… Continue reading A man was fatally shot Friday night, May 17, at a Green Line light-rail station in St. Paul.
Accident Report: Intersection of Highway 59 Frontage Road and Dale Street
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On March 15 at 12:33 p.m., police received a report of an accident at the intersection of a Highway 59 frontage road and Dale Street. Lora Filpula of Thief River Falls was driving a 2014 Ford Focus northbound on the frontage road. According to the report, she stopped at… Continue reading Accident Report: Intersection of Highway 59 Frontage Road and Dale Street
Timothy Alan Bergeron Arrested for Felony DWI and Driving After Cancellation
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On March 23 at 5:07 a.m., a police officer performed a traffic stop on the 1900 block of Hwy. 59 S.E. Timothy Alan Bergeron, 53, of Thief River Falls, was charged with felony first-degree DWI due to a prior felony conviction and gross misdemeanor driving after cancellation as inimical… Continue reading Timothy Alan Bergeron Arrested for Felony DWI and Driving After Cancellation
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
Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office News Release 05/17/24
News Release 05/17/24 On the afternoon of 05/10/24, Red Lake County deputies spoke with individuals involved in a property line dispute in the city of Oklee. It appears that the matter has been resolved. On the evening of 05/10/24, the Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office received a report of trespassing on agricultural land in Gervais… Continue reading Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office News Release 05/17/24
Pennsylvania Woman Sentenced for Theft from Renville County
OLIVIA, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 37-year-old woman from Pennsylvania was sentenced on May 1 in Renville County District Court after pleading guilty to stealing over $100,000 from the county in a misdirected payment scheme. Talia Moseley, of Chester, was ordered to serve five years of probation and to pay $111,000 in restitution on one felony… Continue reading Pennsylvania Woman Sentenced for Theft from Renville County
Burglary Charges Pending Against Two Men in Morrison County
The Morrison County Sheriff’s Office reports that charges are pending against 42-year-old Travis Zaiser of Minneapolis, MN, and 40-year-old Gabriel Smith of Dellwood, MN, for their involvement in a burglary at a communications tower site southwest of Little Falls, MN, in Pike Creek Township. On May 15, 2024, at approximately 3:41 pm, an employee of… Continue reading Burglary Charges Pending Against Two Men in Morrison County
A Northwood resident receives a 360-day sentence for numerous drug offenses and concealing a weapon.
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – On Monday, May 13, a 41-year-old man from Northwood, Darin James Braun, was sentenced to serve 360 days for drug and weapon offenses. Braun admitted guilt to four counts of possession with intent to distribute, originally classified as Class A felonies but reduced to Class B felonies in a plea… Continue reading A Northwood resident receives a 360-day sentence for numerous drug offenses and concealing a weapon.
Police in Crookston fatally shoot man wielding hatchet
CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In the early hours of Thursday, May 16, a man died after approaching Crookston police with a hatchet, according to authorities. Police encountered the man wielding a hatchet around 12:53 a.m. near East Seventh Street. Despite attempts at initial contact, the man swiftly advanced toward the officers, prompting them to utilize… Continue reading Police in Crookston fatally shoot man wielding hatchet
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.
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
Grand Forks Tire Slasher Pleads Guilty to Damaging 50 Vehicles
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Matthew Vincent Morris, 31, who is accused of slashing tires on 50 vehicles in a single night last fall, changed his plea to guilty on Monday, May 13. Morris is charged with Class B felony criminal mischief, resulting in more than $10,000 worth of damage. The charge carries a maximum… Continue reading Grand Forks Tire Slasher Pleads Guilty to Damaging 50 Vehicles
Grand Forks Woman Accused of Strangling Mother with Purse Strap Pleads Not Guilty
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks woman accused of attempting to murder her mother waived her preliminary hearing on Monday, May 13, and pleaded not guilty to two felony charges. Brianna Lynn Thomas, 20, faces up to 20 years in prison for Class A felony attempted murder and is also charged with Class… Continue reading Grand Forks Woman Accused of Strangling Mother with Purse Strap Pleads Not Guilty
Sister Confirms Missing Williston Woman Found Dead on Mother’s Day
WILLISTON, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Despite her struggles, Breeanna Ward always kept her heart open to helping friends, family, and her cats. She cared for her three cats and regularly left food outside for neighborhood strays. “She loved nature and all animals, especially cats,” said Chelsey Francis, Ward’s sister. “She had three or four cats, and… Continue reading Sister Confirms Missing Williston Woman Found Dead on Mother’s Day
O.J. Simpson’s Fargo Friend, Former Owner of JT Cigarro’s, Accused of Leading Cocaine Trafficking Ring
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Barrett Clair Prody, a friend of O.J. Simpson and former owner of a cigar bar in Fargo, has been accused of leading a drug trafficking ring that brought cocaine to the Fargo-Moorhead area. Prody, 51, appeared in the North Dakota U.S. District Court on April 16, facing charges of conspiracy to possess… Continue reading O.J. Simpson’s Fargo Friend, Former Owner of JT Cigarro’s, Accused of Leading Cocaine Trafficking Ring
A woman from Cavalier was arrested for allegedly smuggling Suboxone into the Grand Forks County Correctional Center
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Elaine Alexis Longtine, a 25-year-old woman from Cavalier, was arrested on Monday, May 13, in connection with an incident involving the smuggling of Suboxone film strips into the Grand Forks County Correctional Center concealed within greeting card envelopes. Longtine faces charges of Class A felony conspiracy to deliver or possess… Continue reading A woman from Cavalier was arrested for allegedly smuggling Suboxone into the Grand Forks County Correctional Center
A woman from Grand Forks is accused of possessing 653 fentanyl pills with the intent to manufacture or deliver.
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – On Monday, May 13th, when authorities in Grand Forks executed an arrest warrant for Danielle Caroline Hudson, they made a startling discovery inside her purse—approximately 653 fentanyl pills, as reported by the police. Hudson, aged 30, appeared in court for her initial hearing on Tuesday morning, May 14th. She faces… Continue reading A woman from Grand Forks is accused of possessing 653 fentanyl pills with the intent to manufacture or deliver.
Facing Charges for Fleeing with a Child in the Car
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks woman is facing a long string of charges, after allegedly fleeing an officer with a child in her car.
Thief River Falls man sentenced to 49 months for selling drugs to an informant
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Thief River Falls man was sentenced to just over four years in prison on Monday, May 13, for selling $100 worth of methamphetamine to an informant. Noah Christopher Dybedahl, 24, pleaded guilty to third-degree sale of a controlled substance earlier in May. The crime carries a maximum sentence… Continue reading Thief River Falls man sentenced to 49 months for selling drugs to an informant
From Behind Bars: 17 Fresh Criminal Charges
BAGLEY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Naytahwaush, Minnesota man is facing 17 new criminal charges, while an inmate at the Clearwater County Jail in Bagley.
TRF Man Cited for Controlled Substance Offense
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
One Dead In Alcohol-Related Crash
Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) – One person is dead, and several others were injured following a crash in Pennington County. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, Mary Jean May, 49 of Red Lake, was taken to a Fargo hospital where she died. Two passengers in May’s van sustained injuries troopers at the scene described as non-life-threatening… Continue reading One Dead In Alcohol-Related Crash
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
Grand Forks Assault Incident Report on Saturday Afternoon
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Police responding to a report of an assault in Grand Forks Saturday afternoon.
Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office News Release 05-10-24
News Release 05-10-24 On the morning of 05/03/24, a Red Lake County deputy responded to a report of a “fender bender” at the Eagle Square Parking Lot in Red Lake Falls. One of the vehicles was backing out of a parking space and struck another vehicle. One of the involved vehicles sustained substantial damage but… Continue reading Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office News Release 05-10-24
Unveiling the Tragic Demise: Understanding the Death of Whitney Temple
Grand Forks, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Whitney Temple, a resilient soul fighting Ewing sarcoma, a rare form of cancer, breathed her last on Monday afternoon, May 6, at a Grand Forks health facility. Her two-year struggle against this relentless disease, which ravages bones and surrounding soft tissues, came to a poignant end. At 33, Whitney was… Continue reading Unveiling the Tragic Demise: Understanding the Death of Whitney Temple
Lorna Larsen, 79
Aurora, CO – Lorna Gayle (Moe) Larsen, 79, of Aurora, CO, passed away April 27, 2024, at the Denver Hospice Inpatient Care Center, with her daughter by her side. Lorna was born July 8, 1944, to Martha Adeline (Nabben) and Joseph Manvel Moe of rural Thief River Falls. The youngest of three children, Lorna attended… Continue reading Lorna Larsen, 79
Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office News Release 05-03-24
News Release 05-03-24 On the evening of 04/28/24, the Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office received several complaints about an individual driving a vehicle around Oklee, and they were playing their music extremely loud. A Red Lake County deputy spoke with the suspect and counseled them about the public nuisance. They were warned, and informed they… Continue reading Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office News Release 05-03-24
Thief River Falls Man Pleads Guilty to Meth Sales, Faces Sentencing
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) – In a dramatic courtroom twist, Thief River Falls resident Noah Christopher Dybedahl, 24, has pleaded guilty to third-degree controlled substance sales, shocking the local community. The plea comes after Dybedahl was implicated in a nefarious drug deal involving methamphetamine, as revealed by a probable cause statement filed in the case.… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Pleads Guilty to Meth Sales, Faces Sentencing
Grand Forks Car Break-in Theft Case
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man has been charged in a theft from vehicle case, after police report an uptick in these types of cases.
Chicago Resident Arrested for Assaulting Extraterrestrial Beings with Rocks in Fargo, ND
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Chicago man is facing a Terrorizing charge, after allegedly threatening to kill the manager and throwing rocks at employees at Space Aliens Bar & Grill in Fargo, North Dakota.
UPDATE: East Grand Forks Kidnapping Suspect Successfully Identified
EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding a Kidnapping case that started in Grand Forks on late Friday afternoon and ended in East Grand Forks. Twenty-nine year old Russell Jerome Fahlstrom of Laporte, Minnesota is in custody on a Kidnapping charge.
The Grand Forks Charge That Caused Terror
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing a felony Terrorizing charge, after allegedly threatening to kill another man.
Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office News Release 04-26-24
News Release 04-26-24 On the evening of 04/19/24, Romeo Anthony Sebastian Lebiecki (20) of East Grand Forks was cited for misdemeanor no current motor vehicle insurance and expired motor vehicle registration on Main Ave. in Red Lake Falls. On the morning of 04/20/24, a Red Lake County deputy spoke with an individual who claimed they… Continue reading Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office News Release 04-26-24
Crookston Woman Receives Staggered 180-Day Sentence for Felony Theft and Aiding Offender Charges
POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a courtroom drama unfolding on Tuesday, April 23, Irene Thompson, 42, faced sentencing for her involvement in felony theft from an employer and aiding an offender. Thompson had previously pleaded guilty to these charges in February, leading to the dismissal of two remaining charges against her. The proposed plea… Continue reading Crookston Woman Receives Staggered 180-Day Sentence for Felony Theft and Aiding Offender Charges
Former Youth Pastor Seeks Dismissal of Majority of Sexual Assault Charges
DULUTH, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jackson Michael Gatlin, 35, a former assistant pastor at Duluth’s Vineyard Church, is pursuing the dismissal of multiple charges related to alleged sexual assaults against five girls. Gatlin, who rejected a plea offer from the prosecution, is opting for pretrial litigation. Gatlin faces 10 felony charges across five cases, primarily involving… Continue reading Former Youth Pastor Seeks Dismissal of Majority of Sexual Assault Charges
Grand Forks Man Faces Serious Drug Charges
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Tyler Gregory Thomas, 24, from Belcourt, waived his preliminary hearing, originally set for April 26, in Grand Forks County. He pleaded not guilty to three felony drug charges, including Class A felony possession of over 50 grams of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, which carries a maximum 20-year sentence. Additionally,… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Serious Drug Charges
Minnesota Woman Accused of Child Torture Seeks Extension as Attorney General Takes Over Prosecution
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
Downtown Fargo Assault: Multiple Suspects Involved in Serious Altercation
FARGO (trfnews.i234.me) – Travice Ledoux, 36, faces charges of aggravated assault and accomplice to aggravated assault following an altercation in downtown Fargo. Court records reveal Ledoux as suspect #4 in a brawl on April 6th. The incident unfolded when two men began fighting on NP Avenue. As two others attempted to intervene, Ledoux and five… Continue reading Downtown Fargo Assault: Multiple Suspects Involved in Serious Altercation
Parents from Tokio Charged in 3-Year-Old Daughter’s Tragic Death
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A devastating tragedy has gripped Tokio, North Dakota, as a couple faces federal charges following the death of their 3-year-old daughter in 2022. Austin Ray Lester, 28, and Krissy Louise Hinsley, 25, are accused of involuntary manslaughter and two counts of child neglect. Additionally, Lester faces a charge of assaulting… Continue reading Parents from Tokio Charged in 3-Year-Old Daughter’s Tragic Death
Former Olmsted County Deputy Faces Federal Charges for Child Sexual Abuse Offenses
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
Terrifying Crime Unfolds in Ramsey County, North Dakota
DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Two men from Devils Lake, North Dakota are facing criminal charges, following a terrifying ordeal for the victims.
Substance Impairment Leads to DWI Charges for Thief River Falls Resident
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On April 8 at 2:22 a.m., police performed a traffic stop near the intersection of First Street and Pennington Avenue. Sherry Anne Ganser, 60, Thief River Falls, has been charged with second-degree DWI – controlled substance and gross misdemeanor fifth degree controlled substance crime. She was arrested. According to… Continue reading Substance Impairment Leads to DWI Charges for Thief River Falls Resident
Thief River Falls Police Department and Pennington County Sheriff’s Office Cases: Legal Proceedings Unfold in Northern Minnesota
Thief River Falls Police Department cases Kristen Lee Johnson, 35, Oklee, stay of adjudication for a felony charge of second-degree assault and continued, $125, supervised probation for five years, comprehensive assessment within 60 days of sentencing, complete level of treatment and aftercare recommended, not to use or possess firearms, ammunition or explosives, $700 in restitution,… Continue reading Thief River Falls Police Department and Pennington County Sheriff’s Office Cases: Legal Proceedings Unfold in Northern Minnesota
Brooke Ashley Gustafson Faces Charges Including Child Endangerment After Alleged DUI Incident
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
Driver Arrested for Hit-and-Run DUI After Alleged Accident in Thief River Falls
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On April 4 at 11:16 p.m., police received a report of a hit-and-run accident at the intersection of Greenwood Street and Barzen Avenue. Joseph Randy Dessellier, 46, Thief River Falls, has been charged with third-degree DWI and leaving the scene of an accident/collision. He was arrested. According to the… Continue reading Driver Arrested for Hit-and-Run DUI After Alleged Accident in Thief River Falls
Sheyenne Man Identified in DUI Crash Near Maddock
MADDOCK, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – The North Dakota Highway Patrol has identified the Sheyenne man involved in a serious DUI crash early Sunday, April 21. Donald Ystaas, 71, lost control of his vehicle while driving southbound on Highway 30 around 1:55 a.m., striking a bridge guardrail five miles south of Maddock. Emergency responders from Maddock Ambulance… Continue reading Sheyenne Man Identified in DUI Crash Near Maddock
Hit-and-Run Incident at Third Street and Main Avenue: Buick Collides with Ford Expedition
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On April 2 at 7:48 a.m., police received a report of an accident at the intersection of Third Street and Main Avenue. At the time, Jamal Dominque Lewis of Houston, Texas, was driving a 2003 Buick Century on Third Street. According to the report, his car then rear-ended a… Continue reading Hit-and-Run Incident at Third Street and Main Avenue: Buick Collides with Ford Expedition
Former Fargo Teacher and Athletic Trainer Sentenced for Sexual Assault Conviction
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Former Fargo Teacher and Athletic Trainer Sentenced for Sexual Assault Conviction: Levi Tande, a former Fargo Public Schools teacher and athletic trainer contracted through Sanford Health, was sentenced to three years in prison for sexually assaulting a 15-year-old boy last summer. He changed his plea to guilty during a January hearing.… Continue reading Former Fargo Teacher and Athletic Trainer Sentenced for Sexual Assault Conviction
Woodbury State Senator Arrested for First-Degree Burglary
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Nicole Mitchell, a 49-year-old Democrat and state senator from Woodbury, Minnesota, was arrested Monday morning following a burglary report in Detroit Lakes. Responding to the call, Police Chief Steve Todd confirmed Mitchell’s arrest and her subsequent transfer to Becker County Jail. The homeowner alerted authorities, leading to Mitchell’s apprehension. The… Continue reading Woodbury State Senator Arrested for First-Degree Burglary
Justin Tyler Ramsey Arrested for DWI and Open Bottle Violation
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On April 3 at 2:24 a.m., a sheriff’s deputy allegedly observed a parked vehicle outside of Station 59. About 10 minutes earlier, the deputy had seen the same vehicle idling outside of the business. Justin Tyler Ramsey, 31, Thief River Falls, has been charged with second-degree DWI and violation… Continue reading Justin Tyler Ramsey Arrested for DWI and Open Bottle Violation
Felony Domestic Assault Charges Filed Against Beltrami Resident
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On April 3 at about 11:52 a.m., police received a report of a domestic assault in the 200 block of Merriam Ave. N. Adam Thomas Nelson, 37, Beltrami, has been charged with felony domestic assault. He was arrested. According to the complaint, the woman said Nelson suffered an anxiety… Continue reading Felony Domestic Assault Charges Filed Against Beltrami Resident
Disturbance on Horace Ave. N: Woman Cited for Disorderly Conduct After Altercation
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
Sheriff’s Office Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest for Refusal to Submit to Chemical Test
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a routine traffic stop conducted by the sheriff’s office around 10:39 a.m., Brock Damon Newland, 56, of Warren, found himself facing serious charges. Newland was pulled over, although the exact location of the stop remains undisclosed in the complaint. Subsequent assessments led to Newland being charged with third-degree… Continue reading Sheriff’s Office Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest for Refusal to Submit to Chemical Test
Cody James Belgarde Sentenced to Over 27 Years for Teen’s Murder and Arson
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Cody James Belgarde, 37, from Saint Michael, Spirit Lake Nation, received a 327-month sentence for killing 17-year-old Leroy Chapin of Parshall on January 14, 2021. The incident involved second-degree murder and arson, with Belgarde shooting Chapin with a shotgun at his own house. He then set the house on fire to… Continue reading Cody James Belgarde Sentenced to Over 27 Years for Teen’s Murder and Arson
Man Charged with Felony Assault After Violent Altercation
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On April 4, 2023, police received a report of an assault in the 100 block of Greenwood St. W. A woman sought a welfare check since a man had been involved in a fight at his residence and he needed to go to an emergency room. Vladimere James Olson,… Continue reading Man Charged with Felony Assault After Violent Altercation
Traffic Violations in Minnesota 4-22-2024
Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – The recent cases handled by the Minnesota State Patrol and local law enforcement reflect a variety of traffic violations across the region. Minnesota State Patrol Cases: Jaden Jon Kruse, 27, Thief River Falls: Speeding 65/50, fined $145. Nataya Joy Neadeau, 20, Red Lake: Speeding 65/60, fined $125. Karen Paul Seubert,… Continue reading Traffic Violations in Minnesota 4-22-2024
Predator Offender Charged with Failure to Register
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Ryan Adam Benoit, 35, of Thief River Falls, faces charges of felony failure to register as a predatory offender. The police juvenile investigator received information from a probation officer on April 2, alleging Benoit’s use of an unregistered cell phone number. Upon investigation, it was discovered that Benoit had… Continue reading Predator Offender Charged with Failure to Register
Viking man charged after selling meth to informant
Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Viking man has been charged in Pennington County District Court after he allegedly sold 3.1 grams of methamphetamine to an informant in December and conspired to purchase an additional ounce of meth the following month. Jeremy Aaron Tostrup, 27, has been charged with felony offenses of first-degree controlled substance… Continue reading Viking man charged after selling meth to informant
Man Cited for Domestic Assault at Seven Clans Casino
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
Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office News Release 04-19-24On the afternoon of 04/11/24, the Red Lake County Sheriff…
News Release 04-19-24 On the afternoon of 04/11/24, the Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office participated in the statewide Tornado Drill by activating the Weather Warning Sirens in the cities within Red Lake County at 1:45pm and again at 6:45pm. On the afternoon of 04/12/24, a Red Lake Falls resident reported damage to their vehicle that… Continue reading Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office News Release 04-19-24On the afternoon of 04/11/24, the Red Lake County Sheriff…
Sheriff’s Office Conducts Late-Night Traffic Stop, Arrests Suspect for Third Degree DWI
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a late-night operation on April 8, the sheriff’s office conducted a traffic stop near the intersection of 150th Street Northeast and 150th Avenue Northeast. Mary Helen Wayne, a 64-year-old resident of Thief River Falls, found herself in legal trouble after being charged with third-degree DWI, with a blood… Continue reading Sheriff’s Office Conducts Late-Night Traffic Stop, Arrests Suspect for Third Degree DWI
Alleged Aiding an Offender Arrested
Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Thief River Falls authorities apprehended Alejandro Lee Lara, 24, on April 10 at 8:39 p.m., following police surveillance at 922 Pleasant Ave. Lara was wanted in Morrison County. Additionally, Julieaunna Nicole Colbert, 20, of Thief River Falls, faces charges of felony aiding an offender to avoid arrest. Upon observation of Lara… Continue reading Alleged Aiding an Offender Arrested
Update: Benson County DUI Injury Crash
Details: What: One vehicle DUI injury crash Where: Southbound Highway 30 milepost 123.5 (5 miles south of Maddock, ND) When: April 21st, 2024, at 1:55 A.M. Central Time Road Conditions: Dry asphalt Weather Conditions: Clear Crash Involvement: Vehicle left roadway striking a bridge guardrail Agencies Involved: North Dakota Highway Patrol, Benson County Sheriff’s Office, Maddock… Continue reading Update: Benson County DUI Injury Crash
Gunshot Fired Leads to Arrest of Felons Possessing Handgun
MANDAN, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – In a dramatic turn of events on Sunday, April 21, two individuals found themselves in handcuffs after a gunshot shattered the peace on Interstate 94 east of Exit 153. A vigilant North Dakota Highway Patrol trooper, trailing the suspects’ vehicle, sprung into action upon hearing the shot and witnessing the car’s… Continue reading Gunshot Fired Leads to Arrest of Felons Possessing Handgun
Gunshot Fired On I-94 in Mandan
Incident Overview: On April 21, 2024, around 12:25 PM, a trooper from the ND Highway Patrol was trailing a vehicle traveling eastbound on I-94 in Mandan, near Exit 153. During the pursuit, the trooper heard a gunshot and witnessed the passenger side window of the vehicle shatter. Promptly, the trooper initiated a stop, leading to… Continue reading Gunshot Fired On I-94 in Mandan
Cass County Jury Rules in Favor of Woman in Sexual Assault Case Stemming from House Party in Fargo
FARGO (trfnews.i234.me) — A Cass County jury has awarded $250,000 to a woman who was sexually assaulted as a minor during a house party in Fargo in 2019. Brian and Jennifer Berg, owners of the home where the assault occurred, were found 40% liable by the jury. According to court documents, minors at the party… Continue reading Cass County Jury Rules in Favor of Woman in Sexual Assault Case Stemming from House Party in Fargo
Sioux Falls Man Sentenced to 90 Years for Killing Infant Son
SIOUX FALLS, SD (trfnews.i234.me) – In a harrowing turn of events, Dylan Castimore, a 24-year-old Sioux Falls resident, faced the judgment of the court today, receiving a staggering 90-year sentence for the tragic death of his 8-week-old son, Daxton. The sentence, delivered Friday morning, April 19, at the South Dakota State Penitentiary, marked the culmination… Continue reading Sioux Falls Man Sentenced to 90 Years for Killing Infant Son
Brainerd Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges in Sexual Assault Case
BRAINERD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) -Joseph Christopher Mendez Macias, a 31-year-old resident of Brainerd, has been arraigned on Thursday morning on six felony charges of criminal sexual conduct. Stemming from a report filed on Tuesday, April 16, Mendez Macias now faces significant legal consequences for his alleged actions. Charges and Arraignment Mendez Macias appeared in Crow Wing… Continue reading Brainerd Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges in Sexual Assault Case
Fertile Man Pleads Not Guilty to Sexual Conduct Charges Amidst Shocking Allegations
POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a dramatic courtroom scene, Ilia Grigory Basargin of Fertile, Minnesota, stood before the judge on Thursday, April 18, and firmly pleaded not guilty to second-degree criminal sexual conduct charges. The 32-year-old was embroiled in controversy after being accused of engaging in sexual conduct with two juvenile girls, one under… Continue reading Fertile Man Pleads Not Guilty to Sexual Conduct Charges Amidst Shocking Allegations
Grand Forks Curtains Caper
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing a felony Burglary charge for allegedly entering a woman’s residence, smashing a window and stealing curtains.
Man Arrested in Otter Tail County Admits to Thefts in Cass and Clay Counties
CASS COUNTY, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – In a recent development, Cass County Sheriff Jesse Jahner revealed that a man apprehended for theft and drug-related offenses in Otter Tail County has confessed to multiple thefts in Cass and Clay Counties. Wyatt Johnson, a 33-year-old resident of Hankinson, North Dakota, was apprehended at Harvest States French Elevator near… Continue reading Man Arrested in Otter Tail County Admits to Thefts in Cass and Clay Counties
U.S. Senator’s Son Pleads Not Guilty to Homicide Charges in Crash That Killed North Dakota Deputy
WASHBURN, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Ian Cramer, 43, son of U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer, entered a not guilty plea to charges including homicide in connection with a December 6 crash that resulted in the death of a North Dakota sheriff’s deputy. Cramer, facing felony charges of homicide, preventing arrest, reckless endangerment, and fleeing an officer, along… Continue reading U.S. Senator’s Son Pleads Not Guilty to Homicide Charges in Crash That Killed North Dakota Deputy
Jean Susan Pfau – OBIT
Jean Susan Pfau, age 70, of Fargo, ND, died Sunday, April 14, 2024, at her home. Funeral services will be held Friday, April 19, 2024 at 2:00 pm, visitation will be one hour prior, at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Ulen, MN. Interment will be at North Bethlehem Lutheran Cemetery, Ulen. Arrangements entrusted to Anderson… Continue reading Jean Susan Pfau – OBIT
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
Cass County DUI Injury Crash: Silverado Collides with Parked Travel Trailer
Cass County, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – On April 14, 2024, at 11:51 p.m. CT, an injury crash occurred on Interstate 29 northbound, near mile marker 56, approximately 4 miles south of Fargo. The incident involved a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado and a parked 2007 Flagstaff MicroLite travel trailer. Narrative: The Silverado, driven by Ian Snow of Fargo,… Continue reading Cass County DUI Injury Crash: Silverado Collides with Parked Travel Trailer
Recidivism Trends Alarm Grand Forks County Correctional Center Officials
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In an unprecedented turn of events, every individual booked into the Grand Forks County Correctional Center on Wednesday had previously been incarcerated there, highlighting a worrisome pattern of recidivism. Administrator Bret Burkholder expressed deep concern over the rising rates of repeat offenders, signaling a troubling trend in the criminal justice… Continue reading Recidivism Trends Alarm Grand Forks County Correctional Center Officials
Charges Dropped Against Man Accused of Harassing Crash Victim’s Widow
CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Tyson Horton, the 21-year-old Minnesota man previously convicted of killing Tom McWaters in a car crash near Thompson, North Dakota, has had harassment charges against him dismissed. Horton, who was sentenced to six months of electronic monitoring for the fatal collision, allegedly harassed McWaters’ widow through Facebook. Initially accused of sending… Continue reading Charges Dropped Against Man Accused of Harassing Crash Victim’s Widow
Griggs County DUI Crash: Single Vehicle Rollover Results in DUI Charges
What: DUI Injury crash Where: Highway 1 & Highway 65, 1⁄2 mile east of Binford, ND When: April 13, 2024, around 12:10 a.m. CT Road Conditions: Good, dry Weather Conditions: None Crash Involvement: Single vehicle Type of Crash: Rollover Agencies Involved: NDHP, Griggs County SO, Cooperstown Ambulance Vehicle No. 1: 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee Driver… Continue reading Griggs County DUI Crash: Single Vehicle Rollover Results in DUI Charges
Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office News Release 04-24-24
News Release 04-12-24 On the afternoon of 04/05/24, the Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office received a report of an individual causing a disturbance at an apartment complex in Red Lake Falls. The individual had gone back to their apartment prior to the deputy’s arrival and the matter resolved itself. On the afternoon of 04/06/24, the… Continue reading Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office News Release 04-24-24
Grand Forks Woman Pleads Guilty to Drug Sales and Other Offenses
POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Miranda Marie Slebodnik, 32, faced a pivotal moment in her legal battle as she pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including controlled substance sales, during a court appearance on Friday morning, April 12, in Polk County. Slebodnik, appearing remotely from the Pennington County Jail, entered guilty pleas in three separate cases,… Continue reading Grand Forks Woman Pleads Guilty to Drug Sales and Other Offenses
Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Four Felony Drug Charges
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Nolli Hedaria Neal Sr., 50, made a significant legal maneuver by waiving his preliminary hearing, which was slated for Monday, April 15, and entered a plea of not guilty to four felony drug crimes in Grand Forks. Neal’s legal troubles began in March when law enforcement executed a search warrant… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Four Felony Drug Charges
Alleged Shoplifter Pleads Not Guilty to Charges in Grand Forks County
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Benjamin Mikkel Pawlowski, 30, faced a pivotal moment in his legal battle as he waived his preliminary hearing, scheduled for Monday, April 15, and entered a plea of not guilty to a slew of charges in Grand Forks County. The charges stem from an incident where Pawlowski allegedly shoplifted merchandise… Continue reading Alleged Shoplifter Pleads Not Guilty to Charges in Grand Forks County
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
Warren Man Pleads Guilty to Drug Sales and Driving While Impaired
POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Michael John Slusar, a 45-year-old resident of Warren, Minnesota, admitted his guilt in court on Thursday, April 4, to charges of third-degree narcotics sales and gross misdemeanor second-degree driving while impaired by a controlled substance. The severity of the drug sales charge carries a potential maximum sentence of 20 years,… Continue reading Warren Man Pleads Guilty to Drug Sales and Driving While Impaired
Crookston Man Sentenced to 90 Days for Felony Threats of Violence
POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Michael Joseph Ward, a 25-year-old resident of Crookston, faced sentencing on Tuesday, April 2, for felony threats of violence. 1. Guilty Plea and Dismissed Charges: Ward had previously pleaded guilty to the crime in January. However, his second-degree assault charge with a dangerous weapon was dismissed during the legal proceedings.… Continue reading Crookston Man Sentenced to 90 Days for Felony Threats of Violence
Suspect in Minot Shooting Arrested in Fort Wayne
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (trfnews.i234.me) – Fort Wayne authorities have apprehended Quantdre Octavious Mersier, 30, of Minot, who was sought in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred last fall in Minot. Mersier’s arrest comes after a Class AA felony murder warrant was issued against him, as stated by the Minot Police Department. On November 17,… Continue reading Suspect in Minot Shooting Arrested in Fort Wayne
Father Sentenced to More Than 17 Years for Murdering 2-Year-Old Daughter
AUSTIN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a tragic case that shook the community, Dariaz Higgins, 40, faced sentencing on Wednesday, April 3, for the murder of his 2-year-old daughter, Noelani Robinson, in March 2019. Higgins, already serving a life sentence for another murder, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in Mower County District Court. 1. The Gruesome… Continue reading Father Sentenced to More Than 17 Years for Murdering 2-Year-Old Daughter
Alleged Incest and Criminal Sexual Conduct Charges Filed Against Minnesota Man
BRAINERD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 48-year-old Ham Lake man faces multiple charges of criminal sexual conduct, including incest, involving his daughter and her roommate in Crow Wing County District Court. Clifford Robert Letourneau III is charged with felony incest and felony third-degree criminal sexual conduct with someone who is mentally impaired or physically helpless. The… Continue reading Alleged Incest and Criminal Sexual Conduct Charges Filed Against Minnesota Man
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
Devils Lake Man Sentenced for Theft and Preventing Arrest, but Related Case Keeps Legal Drama Alive
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a saga of legal twists and turns, Jason David Duerr, 42, from Devils Lake, found himself in the center of a courtroom drama. Duerr faced sentencing after admitting guilt to a Class A felony theft and Class C felony preventing arrest in Cavalier County. However, the plot thickens as… Continue reading Devils Lake Man Sentenced for Theft and Preventing Arrest, but Related Case Keeps Legal Drama Alive
Roseau Man Pleads Guilty to Sexual Assault, Faces Decades in Prison
ROSEAU COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Roseau man has admitted his guilt to charges of second-degree criminal sexual conduct involving a minor. Danny Lee Hamilton, aged 61, faces up to 25 years behind bars for the heinous crime committed against a 15-year-old girl. In addition to this charge, Hamilton is also facing two counts of… Continue reading Roseau Man Pleads Guilty to Sexual Assault, Faces Decades in Prison
West Fargo Woman Pleads Guilty to Amended Charges in Fatal Crash
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a tragic turn of events, Taquoya Nike Saldana of West Fargo pleaded guilty on Monday to amended charges stemming from a fatal crash that claimed the life of a 31-year-old Marine veteran last year. Crash Details On April 12, 2023, Saldana was initially charged with driving under the influence and… Continue reading West Fargo Woman Pleads Guilty to Amended Charges in Fatal Crash
Former Emerado City Auditor Faces Felony Charges for Alleged Financial Misconduct
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a startling turn of events, Wendy Jane Sullivan, 59, former Emerado city auditor, appeared in court, waving her preliminary hearing and entering a plea of not guilty to two severe felonies. Allegations Unveiled Sullivan stands accused of perpetrating two Class A felonies, including theft exceeding $50,000 and misapplication of… Continue reading Former Emerado City Auditor Faces Felony Charges for Alleged Financial Misconduct
Deadly Stabbing Unfolds Outside Fargo Bar: New Details Emerge from Court Records
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a chilling turn of events, court records are shedding light on the tragic stabbing incident that claimed the life of 22-year-old Ethan Larson outside a Fargo bar early last Thursday morning. 1. Barroom Brawl Turns Fatal: According to investigators, a confrontation between Larson, hailing from Newfolden, Minnesota, and Michael Diedrich… Continue reading Deadly Stabbing Unfolds Outside Fargo Bar: New Details Emerge from Court Records
Hearing held in the TRF murder of Steven Opdahl at Digi-Key
A law enforcement officer testified Tuesday afternoon about his interview with a Thief River Falls man accused of murdering a Digi-Key employee outside of the business in May 2023. Jorge Luis Benitez-Estremera, 33, was indicted last year on felony charges of first-degree murder – premeditated and second-degree murder – intent. He is accused of intentionally killing… Continue reading Hearing held in the TRF murder of Steven Opdahl at Digi-Key
Recent Felony Charges Filed in Cass County, North Dakota
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A review of recent felony level charges in Cass County, North Dakota.
The Situation with the Persistent Ex-Boyfriend
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing a felony charge, after hiding in the closet of his ex-girlfriend.
Grand Forks Man Facing Burglary Charges
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing Burglary and Theft of Property charges.
Alleged Murder Suspect in Thief River Falls Claims Act was for Public Safety
PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Eleven months following the tragic death of Steven Opdahl outside DigiKey, chilling details emerge from an omnibus hearing shedding light on the alleged perpetrator’s mindset. Assistant Special Agent Testifies: Ricky Wuori Jr., of the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, recounted his initial interview with Jorge Luis Benitez-Estremera. Wuori described Benitez-Estremera’s… Continue reading Alleged Murder Suspect in Thief River Falls Claims Act was for Public Safety
High-Speed Pursuit Ends in Dramatic Crash on Highway 83
In the early hours of April 1st, 2024, a high-speed pursuit led to a dramatic crash on Highway 83 Southbound, 8 miles north of Bismarck. The incident involved Mclean County Sheriff’s Department and Burleigh County Sheriff’s Department, along with the Wilton Fire Department and ND Highway Patrol. Corporal Raymond Copeland, driving a 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe… Continue reading High-Speed Pursuit Ends in Dramatic Crash on Highway 83
Lack of Respect in Bemidji, Minnesota
BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A case of no respect in Bemidji, Minnesota. Paradise Hatton and Steven Mapes are facing criminal charges, after a Deputy responded to a cloud of black smoke.
Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office News Release 03-08-24
News Release 03-08-24 On 03/01/24, Heather Renee Smith (48) of McIntosh was cited for misdemeanor issuance of an NSF check. Ms. Smitch issued two separate checks to the Red Lake County Co-op in Brooks. The first check was issued on 11/14/23 for the amount of $77.62 and the second check was issued on 11/15/23 for… Continue reading Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office News Release 03-08-24
Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office News Release 03/15/24
News Release 03/15/24 On the afternoon of 03/08/24, a Red Lake County deputy responded to Brooks to assist a parent with an unruly child. The deputy spoke with the parent and child. Advice and counseling were given, and the situation was mediated. On the evening of 03/08/24, the Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office received a… Continue reading Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office News Release 03/15/24
Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office News Release 03-22-24
News Release 03-22-24 In the early morning hours of 03/17/24, the Red Lake Tribal Police Department reported they had a runaway juvenile and they believed she was at a residence in Brooks. A Red Lake County deputy located the juvenile at the suspected residence. The child was taken into custody and returned to Red Lake… Continue reading Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office News Release 03-22-24
Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office News Release 03-29-24
News Release 03-29-24 On the afternoon of 03/22/24, a Red Lake County deputy responded to a report of a one-vehicle crash at the intersection of CR. #9 and CR. #13, west of Red Lake Falls. A Minnesota State Trooper also responded. Nobody was injured, but the vehicle was significantly damaged and had to be towed… Continue reading Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office News Release 03-29-24
Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office News Release 04-05-24
News Release 04-05-24 On the morning of 03/29/24, a Red Lake County deputy responded to a report of a disturbance at an apartment complex in Red Lake Falls. The individual causing the issues was counseled and the situation was mediated. On the afternoon of 03/29/24, the Pennington County Sheriff’s Office reported that Jessica Lynn Nordby… Continue reading Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office News Release 04-05-24
Traffic Citations Issued in Northern Minnesota 4-6-2024
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) -In a recent wave of traffic enforcement operations, various citations have been issued by both the Minnesota State Patrol and the Thief River Falls Police Department. Here’s a breakdown of the cases: Minnesota State Patrol Cases: Jody John Benedick, 59, Fargo, N.D. Violation of Hands-Free Law – hold wireless communications… Continue reading Traffic Citations Issued in Northern Minnesota 4-6-2024
Thief River Falls Woman Cited for Theft at Hugo’s
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
Traffic Stop Leads to Multiple Charges for Thief River Falls Woman
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a late-night encounter on March 27, around 8:43 p.m., authorities conducted a routine traffic stop at the junction of Highway 1 East and Sherwood Avenue. The stop resulted in the arrest of Kaylee Christine Kringen, 26, from Thief River Falls, on serious charges. Kringen faces charges of third-degree… Continue reading Traffic Stop Leads to Multiple Charges for Thief River Falls Woman
Vivian Grace Coan Arrested for DWI After Bizarre Incident in Thief River Falls
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Thief River Falls was rattled by an unusual incident on March 11, around 5:50 p.m., when police responded to reports of an accident outside 703 State Ave. N. Vivian Grace Coan, a 20-year-old resident, found herself at the center of the commotion as she was charged with third-degree DWI.… Continue reading Vivian Grace Coan Arrested for DWI After Bizarre Incident in Thief River Falls
Walmart Heist: Two Women Charged in Thief River Falls Theft
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a recent development, Tammy Lynn Brummitt, 47, and Jane Marie Drury, 67, both residents of Thief River Falls, find themselves in legal trouble after being charged with aiding and abetting gross misdemeanor theft. The charges, filed on March 13 for Brummitt and March 12 for Drury, are the… Continue reading Walmart Heist: Two Women Charged in Thief River Falls Theft
Predator’s Neglect: Thief River Falls Man Faces Felony Charges for Registration Violation
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Steven Glen Bruyere, a 65-year-old resident of Thief River Falls, finds himself in legal trouble as he’s charged with two felony counts of failing to fulfill the registration requirements as a predatory offender – his first offense. The complaint against Bruyere was filed on March 13, marking a significant… Continue reading Predator’s Neglect: Thief River Falls Man Faces Felony Charges for Registration Violation
St. Hilaire Woman Faces Felony Charges for Predatory Offender Registration Violation
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Michelle Jean Peterson, a 47-year-old resident of St. Hilaire, finds herself in legal trouble once again as she faces serious charges for failing to fulfill predatory offender registration requirements – a subsequent offense. The complaint against her was officially filed on March 13, indicating a troubling pattern of non-compliance.… Continue reading St. Hilaire Woman Faces Felony Charges for Predatory Offender Registration Violation
Woman Arrested for Felony Drug Crime and DWI After Being Found Unconscious in Parked Vehicle
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a concerning incident on February 3 around 6:40 a.m., law enforcement responded to a report of a person passed out in a parked vehicle at Northland Village. Upon arrival, authorities discovered Amy Marie Reierson, 44, of Thief River Falls, asleep in the driver’s seat of the running vehicle.… Continue reading Woman Arrested for Felony Drug Crime and DWI After Being Found Unconscious in Parked Vehicle
Pregnant Woman Endures Terrifying Assault: Kissimmee Man Arrested
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a distressing incident on March 12 at 1:40 p.m., authorities responded to a domestic incident in the 1200 block of Main Ave. N. in Kissimmee, Fla. The suspect, Justin Vazquez Concepcion, 21, faces serious charges stemming from the altercation. Vazquez Concepcion has been charged with felony threats of… Continue reading Pregnant Woman Endures Terrifying Assault: Kissimmee Man Arrested
Thief River Falls Man Charged with Felony Domestic Assault and Interference with 911 Call
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In the early hours of March 16, at 2:48 a.m., authorities responded to a distress call reporting a domestic assault in the 700 block of First St. W. in Thief River Falls. The suspect, Leonard Joseph Graham Jr., aged 31, now faces serious charges in connection with the incident.… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Charged with Felony Domestic Assault and Interference with 911 Call
Sister’s Stolen Car: A Case of Theft
NORMAN COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A woman is now facing criminal charges for allegedly stealing her sister’s vehicle. Michell Buffalo was pulled over and arrested in Norman County, Minnesota.
Alleged Theft Incident Unfolds at Falls Liquor
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a surprising turn of events on March 19 at 12:02 p.m., authorities were alerted to a theft at Falls Liquor, casting a shadow over the usually quiet afternoon. Richard Wayne Reierson, a 36-year-old resident of Thief River Falls, found himself at the center of the controversy, facing accusations… Continue reading Alleged Theft Incident Unfolds at Falls Liquor