Beltrami County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Bemidji mother is now facing criminal charges after her seven-year-old twins missed 108 out of 172 school days during the 2024–2025 academic year. According to court documents, Sara Lu Tibbetts (DOB 04/24/1983) was charged with contributing to the need for child protection or services, a gross misdemeanor under Minnesota… Continue reading Bemidji Mother Charged After Twins Miss 108 Days of School – trfnews.i234.me
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ASK A TROOPER: “100 Deadliest Days”
Sgt. Jesse Grabow Question: I caught part of the news the other night and heard something about the 100 deadliest days. Can you get me more information on that? Answer: I certainly can. Here is some information we shared on the Minnesota Department of Safety blog. The Minnesota State Patrol is urging drivers to make… Continue reading ASK A TROOPER: “100 Deadliest Days”
SUNDAY: Bear Stuck In Northern Minnesota Road Ditch For 3 Days
SUNDAY: Bear Stuck In Northern Minnesota Road Ditch For 3 Days WANNASKA, MN (trfnews.i234.me) An TRF News viewer says a Black Bear has been stuck in a Northern Minnesota road ditch for the past 3 days. I have kind of a sad Wildlife story going on in Northern Minnesota late on this Sunday afternoon photo… Continue reading SUNDAY: Bear Stuck In Northern Minnesota Road Ditch For 3 Days
Grand Forks County: Belcourt Man Sentenced in Fentanyl Trafficking Case – trfnews.i234.me
Grand Forks County (trfnews.i234.me) – A Belcourt man has been sentenced to five years in prison, with 360 days to serve, for his involvement in a fentanyl trafficking operation in Grand Forks County. Christian Lee LaRocque, 22, pleaded guilty on Wednesday, May 28, to Class A felony possession of at least 40 grams of fentanyl… Continue reading Grand Forks County: Belcourt Man Sentenced in Fentanyl Trafficking Case – trfnews.i234.me
CASS COUNTY: West Fargo Man Arrested After Allegedly Stealing Pickup Truck and Providing False Identity | trfnews.i234.me
Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) – A West Fargo man, Javon Henley, has been arrested and charged with theft, possession of drug paraphernalia, and providing false information to law enforcement after allegedly stealing a pickup truck and using a false identity during a traffic stop. According to court documents, Henley was a passenger in a woman’s vehicle… Continue reading CASS COUNTY: West Fargo Man Arrested After Allegedly Stealing Pickup Truck and Providing False Identity | trfnews.i234.me
Crime Wave Hits Walmart: 3 Felony Arrests in 3 Days at Dilworth Store—What You Need to Know
Dilworth, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — A wave of criminal activity has struck the Walmart in Dilworth, Minnesota, with three separate felony-level arrests over three consecutive days. On May 16, Mary Jo Ozuna of Moorhead was apprehended with $86 worth of stolen merchandise and methamphetamine in her purse. Already banned from the store, her actions escalated to… Continue reading Crime Wave Hits Walmart: 3 Felony Arrests in 3 Days at Dilworth Store—What You Need to Know
MAJOR DRUG BUST: Sonja Robin Plantz Arrested for High-Volume Meth, Cocaine Sales in 90 Days
Polk County (trfnews.i234.me) — On April 8, 2025, Sonja Robin Plantz, born May 19, 1982, was taken into custody for first-degree felony drug sale under Minnesota Statute 152.021.1(1). Plantz is accused of selling more than 10 grams of methamphetamine, cocaine, or heroin within a 90-day window, a threshold that constitutes first-degree drug trafficking in Minnesota.… Continue reading MAJOR DRUG BUST: Sonja Robin Plantz Arrested for High-Volume Meth, Cocaine Sales in 90 Days
Terror on the Twin Cities Streets: 13 Robberies Rock Minneapolis in 2 Days
Minneapolis (trfnews.i234.me) — A terrifying two-day robbery spree swept across Minneapolis, leaving residents shaken after 13 violent incidents, including multiple assaults and a brutal carjacking, occurred from Sunday, March 23 to Monday, March 24. Police believe the same group of juveniles, already known to law enforcement, may be behind both crime patterns. 🚨 Pattern One:… Continue reading Terror on the Twin Cities Streets: 13 Robberies Rock Minneapolis in 2 Days
Aitkin County SHOCKER: Man Shoots Power Transformer, Busted Days Later After Crash!
Aitkin County (trfnews.i234.me) — A bizarre and alarming crime has surfaced in Aitkin County, Minnesota. Blake Arthur Larson of Aitkin is now facing two felony charges after allegedly firing three rounds into a local electrical transformer on February 14th. The mystery unraveled six days later when Larson was involved in a crash investigation. Authorities found… Continue reading Aitkin County SHOCKER: Man Shoots Power Transformer, Busted Days Later After Crash!
Minnesota Teen Involved in Deadly Crash Arrested for Stabbing Just Days Later!
Golden Valley (trfnews.i234.me)— An 18-year-old Minnesota driver linked to a fatal crash that killed an 11-year-old girl is now facing felony charges in a separate stabbing incident just two days later. Authorities identified Connor Iversen as the driver responsible for a tragic collision in Independence at a four-way stop on Feb. 26. Investigators say he… Continue reading Minnesota Teen Involved in Deadly Crash Arrested for Stabbing Just Days Later!
Fargo Man Sentenced to 180 Days in Jail for Causing Thousands of Dollars in Damage
FARGO (trfnews.i234.me) – Timothy Windels was sentenced to 180 days in jail for using an angle grinder to cut Midco lines at seven locations around Fargo. The incident occurred in August and caused significant outages to residential and business customers. Windels pleaded guilty and admitted to tampering with electrical boxes, including one at the federal… Continue reading Fargo Man Sentenced to 180 Days in Jail for Causing Thousands of Dollars in Damage
Two Triple Shootings In 2 Days At Minneapolis Homeless Encampments – trfnews.i234.me
Two Triple Shootings In 2 Days At Minneapolis Homeless Encampments MINNEAPOLIS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Police are investigating 2 triple shootings at Minneapolis homeless encampments over the weekend. and police are investigating a shooting Sunday at a homeless encampment in South Minneapolis that left two men dead and a woman in critical condition officers found three victims… Continue reading Two Triple Shootings In 2 Days At Minneapolis Homeless Encampments – trfnews.i234.me
Laundromat Bandit Sentenced: Jacob Alley Gets 30 Days in Jail for Fergus Falls Heist
FERGUS FALLS, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – In a shocking turn of events, a man has been sentenced to 30 days in jail and 5 years probation for burglarizing a laundromat in Minnesota. The sentencing took place on Monday, October 14, at Otter Tail County Court. According to court documents, Jacob Alley, a 46-year-old resident of Fergus Falls,… Continue reading Laundromat Bandit Sentenced: Jacob Alley Gets 30 Days in Jail for Fergus Falls Heist
Thief River Falls: Multiple Thefts Reported in Recent Days
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Police in Thief River Falls have been busy responding to several theft calls over the past few days. According to reports, a total of five incidents were reported. The first incident occurred on October 9th when a wallet was stolen from the Elevate Nextgen Youth Center. Police say that… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Multiple Thefts Reported in Recent Days
Fargo Fury: Woman Sentenced to 360 Days in Jail for Brutal Downtown Beating
FARGO (trfnews.i234.me) – A woman who pleaded guilty to stomping twice on a man’s head during a brutal downtown Fargo beating was sentenced Monday. Angelica Hernandez, visibly shaken and tearful, apologized for her actions and claimed she had made a mistake. However, Judge Nicholas Chase called the beating “brutal” and “chilling,” saying that calling it… Continue reading Fargo Fury: Woman Sentenced to 360 Days in Jail for Brutal Downtown Beating
Search for Missing Winona Man in Yellowstone Scales Back to Recovery Effort After 11 Days
YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, Wyo. (trfnews.i234.me) – Authorities in Yellowstone National Park have shifted from a rescue mission to a recovery effort after 11 days of intense searching for 22-year-old Austin King-Henke of Winona, Minnesota. King-Henke was last seen on September 14 when he was dropped off by boat at Terrace Point for a solo hike… Continue reading Search for Missing Winona Man in Yellowstone Scales Back to Recovery Effort After 11 Days
Farewell to a Mets Legend: Ed Kranepool, 1969 World Series Champion, Passes Away at 79
Ed Kranepool, a career New York Met and beloved member of the 1969 “Miracle Mets,” has passed away at the age of 79. Kranepool, who played his entire 18-year career with the Mets, became a symbol of perseverance and loyalty for the team and its fans. Debuting at just 17, Kranepool rose through the ranks… Continue reading Farewell to a Mets Legend: Ed Kranepool, 1969 World Series Champion, Passes Away at 79
Viking Man Caught Shoplifting Trading Cards Three Days in a Row at Walmart
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On July 26, police responded to a report from Walmart employees attempting to stop a shoplifter. The suspect, Tony Randall Knutson, 45, was seen leaving the store on a Walmart ride-on cart. Officers approached Knutson and asked him to empty his pockets, where he allegedly revealed packages of trading… Continue reading Viking Man Caught Shoplifting Trading Cards Three Days in a Row at Walmart
Tragic Start to Sturgis Motorcycle Rally: Five Dead in Recent Crashes
SIOUX FALLS, SD (trfnews.i234.me) – With the 84th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally set to start on Friday, August 2, western South Dakota has already seen a tragic series of motorcycle crashes. Five people have been killed and three others injured across five separate incidents. July 30, 1 p.m. – Butte County: A 73-year-old man riding a… Continue reading Tragic Start to Sturgis Motorcycle Rally: Five Dead in Recent Crashes
Cooperstown Man Dies Following Motorcycle Crash Near Pekin
Cooperstown, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A tragic motorcycle accident claimed the life of 63-year-old Ricky Howatt from Cooperstown, North Dakota. The North Dakota Highway Patrol reports that Howatt was traveling northbound on Highway 1 on July 20th when he lost control of his 2000 Harley Davidson motorcycle near Pekin. The accident occurred just after 4 PM… Continue reading Cooperstown Man Dies Following Motorcycle Crash Near Pekin
Concerns Mount as Crookston Officer Involved in Two Fatal Shootings in 45 Days
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A mental health advocate with a statewide police watchdog group is raising concerns after the same Crookston Police Department officer was involved in two deadly shootings just 45 days apart. The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension identified the officer as 31-year-old Nick Fladland, a five-year veteran with the department. The BCA… Continue reading Concerns Mount as Crookston Officer Involved in Two Fatal Shootings in 45 Days
Warren Man Sentenced to 120 Days for Meth Sale and DUI
POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Warren, Minnesota man, Michael John Slusar, 45, has been sentenced to 120 days in Polk County custody for the third-degree sale of a narcotic. Slusar pleaded guilty to the felony crime, as well as a gross misdemeanor for driving while impaired, in April. Additional charges, including felony fifth-degree drug… Continue reading Warren Man Sentenced to 120 Days for Meth Sale and DUI
A Grand Forks man pleaded guilty to Class A misdemeanor engaging in a riot Friday
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Alexander Clifford Haase, 25, pleaded guilty to Class A misdemeanor engaging in a riot on Friday, May 24, for his involvement in a September incident at the Grand Forks County Correctional Center. He was sentenced to 90 days in custody, with credit for 43 days already served. On the night… Continue reading A Grand Forks man pleaded guilty to Class A misdemeanor engaging in a riot Friday
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.
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
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