GRAND FORKS COUNTY (trfnews.i234.me) – A shocking legal twist has just rocked the Grand Forks County courtroom. The case against Travis Bell of Fordville, North Dakota, who was charged with criminal vehicular homicide and injury after a devastating crash that killed 6-year-old Katerina Luan, has taken an unexpected turn. Last June, a camera on Nicole Luan’s… Continue reading SHOCKING Legal Twist in Grand Forks Fatal Crash Case – Evidence Dismissed!
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Polk County Man Arrested for Domestic Assault: Duane John Baker in Custody
Polk County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Authorities in Polk County have arrested Duane John Baker, 45, on misdemeanor domestic assault charges. Baker, born on January 28, 1980, was taken into custody on February 13, 2025. According to official records, Baker is accused of intentionally inflicting or attempting to inflict bodily harm on another person. The charge, classified as… Continue reading Polk County Man Arrested for Domestic Assault: Duane John Baker in Custody
Mariah Lynn Olsen Arrested in Becker County for DWI, Theft, and Drug Possession
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Mariah Lynn Olsen, 28, was arrested on February 2, 2025, and is currently being held without bail at Becker County Jail on multiple criminal charges, including driving while impaired (DWI), theft, and drug possession. Charge Details: Traffic – DWI – Operate Motor Vehicle with Any Amount of a Schedule I/II Drug (excluding… Continue reading Mariah Lynn Olsen Arrested in Becker County for DWI, Theft, and Drug Possession
Dareine John McCormick Arrested for Assault in October 2024 Incident
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Dareine John McCormick, age 23, was arrested on October 23, 2024. He faces charges related to assault with a dangerous weapon (Minnesota Statute 609.222.1) and assault causing substantial bodily harm (Minnesota Statute 609.223.1). McCormick is currently detained with no estimated release date. I’m Chris Harper reporting for trfnews.i234.me
Probation Violation Leads to New Legal Date for Elizabeth Lee Vanthul
Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Elizabeth Lee Vanthul, born on September 21, 1998, is set to appear in court on September 28, 2024, after a probation violation. The violation, which occurred while she was serving her probation, has prompted the need for this new legal hearing. Details about the violation and subsequent court proceedings are currently being reviewed… Continue reading Probation Violation Leads to New Legal Date for Elizabeth Lee Vanthul
Christopher Curtis Cloud Faces Charges for Receiving Stolen Property
Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Christopher Curtis Cloud, born on March 30, 1992, was arrested on July 11, 2024, in connection with receiving stolen property. The charges stem from alleged involvement in illegal transactions involving stolen goods. Cloud’s arrest is based on felony statute 609.53.1, a serious crime involving the possession of stolen property. The case… Continue reading Christopher Curtis Cloud Faces Charges for Receiving Stolen Property
Man Sentenced for Check Forgery in Becker County Court
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Casey Michael Wheeler, 34, of rural Ogema, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for felony check forgery. According to court records, on May 22, 2023, a sheriff’s investigator obtained three copies of checks written to Wheeler, totaling $1,450. The checks, provided by an individual identified as JW, were accompanied… Continue reading Man Sentenced for Check Forgery in Becker County Court
Crookston Brothers Plead Not Guilty to Murder Conspiracy and Meth Charges: Maximum 30-Year Sentence Possible
POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Two brothers from Crookston, Juan Gallegos Deleon Jr. (55) and Abelardo Deleon (53), have pleaded not guilty to serious charges, including conspiracy to commit murder and multiple methamphetamine-related offenses. On Thursday, September 12, they waived their omnibus hearings and now face a potential maximum sentence of 30 years. Juan Deleon… Continue reading Crookston Brothers Plead Not Guilty to Murder Conspiracy and Meth Charges: Maximum 30-Year Sentence Possible