Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) — Joshua Michael Bailey, a resident of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, is facing felony charges following a high-speed chase and concerning behavior reported on May 15, 2025. According to court documents, Bailey entered the Becker County Sheriff’s Office in Detroit Lakes, making several alarming claims, including that his ex-wife had hacked his phone,… Continue reading Man Claims 50 People After Him, Leads Police on 6-Mile Chase in Detroit Lakes – Becker County – trfnews.i234.me
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Uncontrolled Chaos in Detroit Lakes, MN
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Dent, Minnesota man is facing a felony charge, after allegedly being out of control in Detroit Lakes.
SCHOOL SCANDAL: Detroit Lakes Activities Assistant Charged with Stealing Thousands from Student Funds – trfnews.i234.me
Detroit Lakes (trfnews.i234.me) — A trusted staff member of the Detroit Lakes School District is now at the center of a criminal investigation that has rocked the local education and athletics community. Abby Lynn Pettit, 44, of Detroit Lakes, is facing multiple theft charges after being accused of embezzling over $10,000 in funds meant for school… Continue reading SCHOOL SCANDAL: Detroit Lakes Activities Assistant Charged with Stealing Thousands from Student Funds – trfnews.i234.me
DETROIT LAKES TEEN FACES MULTIPLE FELONY DOMESTIC ASSAULT CHARGES | Becker County, MN – trfnews.i234.me
Detroit Lakes, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — Nathan Arthur Meyer Jr., 18, of Detroit Lakes, has been charged in Becker County District Court with felony third-degree assault, felony domestic assault, and two felony counts of domestic abuse—violating an order for protection with two or more prior offenses. According to court records, on April 21, 2025, bail was… Continue reading DETROIT LAKES TEEN FACES MULTIPLE FELONY DOMESTIC ASSAULT CHARGES | Becker County, MN – trfnews.i234.me
REPEAT OFFENDER CHARGED IN DETROIT LAKES DOMESTIC ASSAULT — CHILD WITNESS INVOLVED | Becker County, MN – trfnews.i234.me
Detroit Lakes, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — Cody James Kneifl, 27, of Detroit Lakes, has been charged in Becker County District Court with felony domestic assault and misdemeanor fifth-degree assault. The charges stem from an incident on April 16, 2025, where Kneifl allegedly assaulted his ex-girlfriend in her home. According to court records, the victim reported that… Continue reading REPEAT OFFENDER CHARGED IN DETROIT LAKES DOMESTIC ASSAULT — CHILD WITNESS INVOLVED | Becker County, MN – trfnews.i234.me
BECKER COUNTY: Moorhead Man Sentenced After High-Speed Chase Across Counties
BECKER COUNTY (trfnews.i234.me) — Alan Steven Walker, 30, of Moorhead, was sentenced in Becker County District Court for felony fleeing a peace officer and gross misdemeanor DWI test refusal, following a high-speed chase that spanned multiple counties. Two additional felony fleeing charges and a gross misdemeanor charge of driving after his license was canceled were… Continue reading BECKER COUNTY: Moorhead Man Sentenced After High-Speed Chase Across Counties
BECKER COUNTY: Detroit Lakes Man Gets Probation in Washington Square Mall Burglary
BECKER COUNTY (trfnews.i234.me) — Raymond Grantland Carlson, 38, of Detroit Lakes, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for felony third-degree burglary following an incident at Ikalka Arts in Washington Square Mall. According to court records, on April 7, 2024, Carlson entered the art store and stole items including a speaker, headphones, photography lights,… Continue reading BECKER COUNTY: Detroit Lakes Man Gets Probation in Washington Square Mall Burglary
Detroit Lakes Woman Sentenced for Setting Mattress Fire in Family Home
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — Alicia Marie Nolan, 38, of Detroit Lakes, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for felony negligent fires after admitting to starting a mattress fire in her brother’s home. On March 18, 2023, around 5:19 a.m., Detroit Lakes police responded to a house fire. The homeowner reported that his… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Woman Sentenced for Setting Mattress Fire in Family Home
Becker County Man Sentenced to 84 Months for Meth and Fentanyl Sales
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — Lonnie Ray Burrow Jr., 38, of Detroit Lakes, has been sentenced to 84 months in prison at St. Cloud for felony second-degree drug sale. On January 31, 2024, a confidential informant working with the West Central Drug Task Force arranged to purchase methamphetamine and fentanyl from Burrow at his residence… Continue reading Becker County Man Sentenced to 84 Months for Meth and Fentanyl Sales
Becker County Shocker: Drug Charge Against Detroit Lakes Woman Dismissed Due to Missing Witness
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — In a surprising turn of events, a felony third-degree drug charge against Trisha Christine Mayoue, 40, of Detroit Lakes, has been dismissed in Becker County District Court. According to court documents dated April 9, 2025, the charge was dropped because a material witness became unavailable, preventing the state from proving… Continue reading Becker County Shocker: Drug Charge Against Detroit Lakes Woman Dismissed Due to Missing Witness
Becker County: Detroit Lakes Man Sentenced for Felony Domestic Assault After Strangulation Incident
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — Scot Joseph Tolgoni, 30, of Detroit Lakes, was sentenced in Becker County District Court for felony domestic assault following an incident on October 27, 2024. According to court records, a Detroit Lakes police officer responded to a report of an assault at a residence on Lynn Avenue. Upon arrival, the… Continue reading Becker County: Detroit Lakes Man Sentenced for Felony Domestic Assault After Strangulation Incident
Fugitive Escapes Custody in Detroit Lakes
Convicted Man On The Run In Detroit Lakes DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A man who was just sentenced to prison is on the run in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota.
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DETROIT LAKES, MN: Woman Sentenced for Domestic Assault Involving Hatchet Threat
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — Amanda Lynne Meyer, 38, of Detroit Lakes, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for misdemeanor domestic assault. A felony charge of second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon was dismissed as part of a plea agreement. According to court records, on October 23, 2024, Detroit Lakes police responded to… Continue reading DETROIT LAKES, MN: Woman Sentenced for Domestic Assault Involving Hatchet Threat
FARGO MAN SENTENCED IN BECKER COUNTY FOR $3,800 CHECK FORGERY
BECKER COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — Adrian Jay Hawkman, 40, of Fargo, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for felony check forgery. On May 2, 2024, Hawkman cashed a $3,868.41 check at the American National Bank in Detroit Lakes, using a valid North Dakota ID. Bank staff became suspicious due to his concealed appearance… Continue reading FARGO MAN SENTENCED IN BECKER COUNTY FOR $3,800 CHECK FORGERY
Detroit Lakes Man Charged After Alleged Strangulation and DWI Incident in Becker County
Becker County, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — On March 22, 2025, White Earth police responded to a residence in Callaway, Minnesota, following an interrupted 911 call reporting a domestic disturbance. Upon arrival, officers spoke with a woman who reported that her significant other, 35-year-old Michael James Brodsho of Detroit Lakes, had assaulted her. The woman stated that… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Charged After Alleged Strangulation and DWI Incident in Becker County
UPDATE: Detroit Lakes Incident Classified as Murder-Suicide, Victims’ Identities Released
UPDATE: Detroit Lakes Deaths Ruled Murder-Suicide, Victims Identified DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The Becker County Sheriff’s Office says the deaths of 2 people near Detroit Lakes Tuesday has been ruled a murder-suicide.
VIOLENT PURSUIT & HOME INVASION: Detroit Lakes Man Sentenced to 48 Months in Prison for High-Speed Chase & Armed Burglary
Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) – A Detroit Lakes man has been sentenced to a total of 48 months in state prison after a plea deal that stemmed from two serious felony incidents in Becker County—including a dangerous high-speed chase and a terrifying home invasion involving weapons. Edward Jonathan Beaulieu Jr., 30, was sentenced on March 6… Continue reading VIOLENT PURSUIT & HOME INVASION: Detroit Lakes Man Sentenced to 48 Months in Prison for High-Speed Chase & Armed Burglary
Major Drug Crime Charge In Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Major Drug Crime Charge In Detroit Lakes, Minnesota DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A suspect from Detroit, Michigan is facing a major drug crime charge in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota.
Becker County Horror: Detroit Lakes Teen Accused of Violent Apartment Rape While Using Fake Identity – Arrested at Restaurant
Detroit Lakes, Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) – A shocking case has surfaced in Detroit Lakes, where Carliezer Naun Barreda Salgado, 19, is facing multiple felony sexual assault charges after allegedly forcing himself onto a woman he worked with at a local restaurant — all while reportedly using a fake name on the job. According to court… Continue reading Becker County Horror: Detroit Lakes Teen Accused of Violent Apartment Rape While Using Fake Identity – Arrested at Restaurant
Frazee Teenager Arrested for $9,500 Casey’s Burglary in Detroit Lakes
Detroit Lakes (trfnews.i234.me) — Arthur Deshun Campbell, 20, of Frazee, Minnesota, has been charged with felony third-degree burglary following an alleged break-in at Casey’s General Store on U.S. Highway 10 in Detroit Lakes. Incident Overview On October 28, at approximately 10:52 a.m., Detroit Lakes police responded to a burglary report at Casey’s General Store. The… Continue reading Frazee Teenager Arrested for $9,500 Casey’s Burglary in Detroit Lakes
North Dakota Man Charged with Crimes in Detroit Lakes
North Dakota Man Facing Criminal Charges In Detroit Lakes DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Sanborn, North Dakota man is facing criminal charges in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota.
Detroit Lakes Woman Arrested After Violent Dispute and Meth Discovery
Detroit Lakes (trfnews.i234.me) — Brandi Marie Olive Skramstad, 30, of Detroit Lakes, has been charged in Becker County District Court with felony fifth-degree drug possession, gross misdemeanor interfering with an emergency call, and misdemeanor disorderly conduct. Incident Details On March 14, at approximately 10:12 a.m., a Becker County sheriff’s deputy responded to a 911 call… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Woman Arrested After Violent Dispute and Meth Discovery
Westbound Highway 10, Mile Marker 42, DETROIT TWP, Becker County Crash
Incident Incident type: Injury ICR: 25900687 Date/Time: 04/02/2025 09:04 District: 2900 Detroit Lakes Case Information Contact: 218-846-8260 Media Contact: Sgt. Jesse Grabow (218) 639-3168 Location: Westbound Highway 10, Mile Marker 42, DETROIT TWP, Becker County Description: The Dodge Ram was traveling westbound on highway 10 when the driver lost control due to… Continue reading Westbound Highway 10, Mile Marker 42, DETROIT TWP, Becker County
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Man from Detroit Lakes being charged with domestic violence
BECKER COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Detroit Lakes, Minnesota man is facing criminal charges in connection to a domestic violence case in Becker County.
Grand Forks Man Wanted Nationwide for Alleged Sexual Assault in Detroit Lakes
Detroit Lakes (trfnews.i234.me) — Eric Cervantes, 29, of Grand Forks, has been charged in Becker County District Court with two counts of felony third-degree criminal sexual conduct. According to court documents, on July 8, 2024, Detroit Lakes police responded to a sexual assault report at the Lakes Crisis and Resource Center. The victim stated she… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Wanted Nationwide for Alleged Sexual Assault in Detroit Lakes
Pine Point Man Charged After Brutal Baseball Bat Attack on Brother
Pine Point (trfnews.i234.me) — Anthony Todd Stewart, 54, of Detroit Lakes, has been charged in Becker County District Court with felony second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon after a violent family altercation. According to the criminal complaint, on March 12 at 9:41 p.m., a White Earth police officer responded to a Pine Point residence where… Continue reading Pine Point Man Charged After Brutal Baseball Bat Attack on Brother
Detroit Lakes Walmart Heist: Moorhead Man Busted in $1,400 Smash-and-Grab
Detroit Lakes (trfnews.i234.me) — Waldren Roger Lacroix, 48, of Moorhead, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for felony theft following a coordinated theft at Walmart in Detroit Lakes. On December 3, 2023, Lacroix and two accomplices entered Walmart around 6:35 a.m. Surveillance footage revealed Lacroix filling a cart with over $1,400 worth of… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Walmart Heist: Moorhead Man Busted in $1,400 Smash-and-Grab
Detroit Lakes Man Busted: Meth Stash Found in “Perry’s Office” Leads to Becker County Sentencing
Detroit Lakes (trfnews.i234.me) — Shocking details emerged as Perry Lee Heinonen Sr., 65, of Detroit Lakes, was sentenced in Becker County District Court on felony fifth-degree drug charges. On September 30, 2023, law enforcement executed a search warrant at a Becker County residence and discovered two baggies containing 3.97 grams of methamphetamine inside a room… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Busted: Meth Stash Found in “Perry’s Office” Leads to Becker County Sentencing
Drowning Incident on Lake Melissa Near Detroit Lakes on July 4th
4th Of July Drowning On Lake Melissa By Detroit Lakes BECKER COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A West Fargo man was rescued from Lake Melissa on the Fourth of July. The Sheriff’s Department says his condition is unknown.
Detroit Lakes Couple Accused of Massive Tax Fraud—Owe Over $117K to Minnesota!
Detroit Lakes, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — A Detroit Lakes couple is facing multiple felony tax fraud charges after allegedly failing to file or pay Minnesota state income and sales taxes for five years from 2018 through 2022. According to court documents, Randy Harold Wold, 56, owner of Northern Wild Taxidermy, and Alisa Joy Wold, 51, owner of… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Couple Accused of Massive Tax Fraud—Owe Over $117K to Minnesota!
Detroit Lakes Woman Caught With 28.5 Grams of Meth—Avoids Felony Conviction in Shocking Becker County Court Ruling!
Becker County (TRF News) – Detroit Lakes Woman Caught With 28.5 Grams of Meth Avoids Felony Conviction In a stunning court decision, a Detroit Lakes woman who was caught with a felony amount of methamphetamine during a DWI traffic stop has avoided a felony conviction despite the seriousness of her charges. Callie Marie Kohler, 41,… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Woman Caught With 28.5 Grams of Meth—Avoids Felony Conviction in Shocking Becker County Court Ruling!
Becker County Drops Shocking Strangulation & Assault Charges Against Detroit Lakes Man
Becker County (TRF News) – Domestic Assault & Strangulation Charges Dropped Against Detroit Lakes Man A Detroit Lakes man who was accused of strangling his fiancée and assaulting another man has had all felony and misdemeanor charges dismissed, according to Becker County court records. On February 4, 2025, the Becker County Attorney’s Office dismissed the… Continue reading Becker County Drops Shocking Strangulation & Assault Charges Against Detroit Lakes Man
Detroit Lakes Man Charged with Felony Burglary & Restraining Order Violation in Becker County
Becker County (TRF News) – Detroit Lakes Man Charged with Felony Burglary & Restraining Order Violation A Detroit Lakes man is now facing felony charges in Becker County District Court for first-degree burglary and violating a restraining order. Craig Daniel Bellanger, 43, was formally charged after an incident that remains sealed from public view, as… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Charged with Felony Burglary & Restraining Order Violation in Becker County
Ryan Lee Schmidt of Minneapolis Sentenced to 88 Months for Felony Drug Conviction & DWI
Becker County, MN – Ryan Lee Schmidt, 44, of Minneapolis, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court to 88 months in prison following his arrest for felony second-degree drug possession and gross misdemeanor DWI. Case Summary 📅 Date of Incident: October 25, 2024🚔 Traffic Stop: Schmidt was pulled over on Brandy Lake Road for… Continue reading Ryan Lee Schmidt of Minneapolis Sentenced to 88 Months for Felony Drug Conviction & DWI
Bobbi Jo LaCrosse of Detroit Lakes Charged with Felony Theft & Credit Card Fraud
Detroit Lakes, MN – Bobbi Jo LaCrosse, 50, has been charged in Becker County District Court with: 🔹 Two counts of felony theft🔹 Gross misdemeanor credit card fraud🔹 Driving after her license was canceled as inimical to public safety Case Details 🚗 January 3, 2024: LaCrosse borrowed a vehicle from a man in Rochert to… Continue reading Bobbi Jo LaCrosse of Detroit Lakes Charged with Felony Theft & Credit Card Fraud
🚨 Detroit Lakes Man Charged with Felony Assault in Becker County 🚨
CALLAWAY, MN – A 23-year-old man from rural Detroit Lakes has been charged with felony second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon after allegedly attacking a man with a silver jack handle inside a Callaway home. According to court records, on February 2, a Becker County deputy responded to a reported assault at an address on… Continue reading 🚨 Detroit Lakes Man Charged with Felony Assault in Becker County 🚨
Detroit Lakes Missionary’s Wife Charged in His Murder – Murder-For-Hire Plot Exposed!
Detroit Lakes (trfnews.i234.me) – A shocking twist has emerged in the brutal murder of Detroit Lakes missionary Beau Shroyer in Angola, Africa, as authorities have now formally charged his wife, Jackie Shroyer, in connection with his death. Beau was tragically killed in a violent, criminal attack on October 25, 2024, and initial reports suggested it… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Missionary’s Wife Charged in His Murder – Murder-For-Hire Plot Exposed!
Detroit Lakes Man Charged with Two Felony Counts of Domestic Assault by Strangulation in Becker County
📍 Becker County, MN – Christopher Lee Peake, 36, of Detroit Lakes, has been charged with two felony counts of domestic assault by strangulation after allegedly attacking his significant other multiple times on January 20 and January 21. 📌 Incident Details & Allegations 📅 January 20: Peake’s significant other questioned him about infidelity.🔴 In response,… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Charged with Two Felony Counts of Domestic Assault by Strangulation in Becker County
Detroit Lakes Man, Andy Joe Nemec, Charged in Becker County with Felony Criminal Sexual Conduct
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Andy Joe Nemec, 49, of Detroit Lakes, is facing felony first-degree criminal sexual conduct charges following allegations from a former foster child who accused him of sexual abuse and taking explicit photos of her. 🔹 Initial Allegations in 2019The case first surfaced on November 5, 2019, when the victim, then 8 or… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man, Andy Joe Nemec, Charged in Becker County with Felony Criminal Sexual Conduct
Alexandria Rose Burley of Detroit Lakes Charged with Felony Child Endangerment in Becker County
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—A 27-year-old woman from rural Detroit Lakes, Alexandria Rose Burley, has been charged in Becker County District Court with one felony count of child endangerment and one gross misdemeanor count of child endangerment following a disturbing case of suspected abuse. Incident Details 📅 Date of Incident: September 23, 2024📍 Location: A preschool… Continue reading Alexandria Rose Burley of Detroit Lakes Charged with Felony Child Endangerment in Becker County
Father Passes Away While Rescuing Child in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Father Dies Rescuing Child At Detroit Lakes, Minnesota DETROIT LAKE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have a tragic Fathers Day story out of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. A father drowned saving his 3-year old child, after the child fell off a bridge.
Minnesota Senator Nicole Mitchell Faces Additional Charge in Burglary Case
DETROIT LAKES, MINNESOTA (trfnews.i234.me)—Minnesota State Senator Nicole Mitchell is now facing an additional charge in connection with the alleged burglary of her stepmother’s home in Detroit Lakes. According to the criminal complaint, Mitchell has been charged with possession of burglary or theft tools after officers discovered a blue crowbar at the scene. Investigators also found… Continue reading Minnesota Senator Nicole Mitchell Faces Additional Charge in Burglary Case
Detroit Lakes Man Charged with First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct Involving Juvenile
Detroit Lakes, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—A 49-year-old Detroit Lakes man is facing a felony charge of first-degree criminal sexual conduct for allegedly having sexual contact with a juvenile female in October 2019. Case Details Defendant: Andy Joe Nemec, 49, of Detroit Lakes Charge: Felony first-degree criminal sexual conduct – victim under 13 Location: Becker County, MN Date… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Charged with First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct Involving Juvenile
Detroit Lakes Man Charged with Sexual Assault of Minor Female
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Detroit Lakes, Minnesota man has been charged with 1st Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct-victim under 13.
Detroit Residents Charged in North Dakota Drug Bust
Detroit Men Charged In North Dakota Drug Sting DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Two men from Detroit are facing drug trafficking charges in Devils Lake, North Dakota, following a sting operation.
Dramatic Arrest in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Wild Arrest In Detroit Lakes, Minnesota DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Wild parking lot arrest in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota.
Detroit Lakes Man Charged with Felony Burglary and No-Contact Violation
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—A Detroit Lakes man, Craig Daniel Bellanger, is facing two felony charges after allegedly breaking into an apartment and violating a no-contact order, according to court documents. On February 3 at 10:05 p.m., officers were dispatched to a Detroit Lakes apartment after a woman reported that someone had entered her home without… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Charged with Felony Burglary and No-Contact Violation
Woman in Detroit Lakes Reports Man in Apartment
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Detroit Lakes woman reported a man in her apartment asking for liquor. Craig Bellanger is facing charges.
Detroit Lakes Woman Sentenced for Drug Possession and DWI in Becker County
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Kaylee Alexandra Miller, 33, of Detroit Lakes, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for felony fifth-degree drug possession and gross misdemeanor second-degree DWI. As part of a plea agreement, a child endangerment charge was dropped. The case stems from an August 3, 2024, incident when a Minnesota State Trooper stopped… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Woman Sentenced for Drug Possession and DWI in Becker County
Ada Man, Dominic Lewis Kroulik, Sentenced for Felony Threats in Becker County
Detroit Lakes, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Dominic Lewis Kroulik, 25, of Ada, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for felony threats of violence, following a gun-related disturbance in Detroit Lakes. Incident Details: On November 11, 2023, Detroit Lakes police responded to Curry Avenue and Main Street for reports of a man brandishing a firearm. Witnesses said… Continue reading Ada Man, Dominic Lewis Kroulik, Sentenced for Felony Threats in Becker County
Detroit Lakes Man, Nicholas Gordon Scheiben, Sentenced for DWI and Firearm Offense
Detroit Lakes, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—28-year-old Nicholas Gordon Scheiben has been sentenced in Becker County District Court after pleading guilty to gross misdemeanor second-degree DWI and carrying a pistol while under the influence of alcohol. Incident Details: On August 2, 2024, a Becker County deputy observed Scheiben’s vehicle stopped on County Highway 26. As the deputy approached,… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man, Nicholas Gordon Scheiben, Sentenced for DWI and Firearm Offense
Detroit Lakes Man Charged with Felony Assault in Becker County Attack
Callaway, MN – Joseph Lee Stiyer of Detroit Lakes is facing a felony charge of assault with a dangerous weapon following a Sunday incident in rural Callaway, Becker County. Incident Details According to court documents, Becker County deputies responded to a report of an assault at a residence. Several witnesses were present when the incident… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Charged with Felony Assault in Becker County Attack
Beaux Michael Duvall Jr. Faces Assault and Drug Charges in Becker County
DETROIT LAKES MN (trfnews.i234.me)—A Becker County man, Beaux Michael Duvall Jr., 36, of rural Ponsford, is facing multiple felony charges, including second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon and third-degree assault, following an alleged stabbing incident on July 31, 2024. Stabbing Incident in Detroit Lakes According to court records, Duvall allegedly attacked a man outside a… Continue reading Beaux Michael Duvall Jr. Faces Assault and Drug Charges in Becker County
Detroit Lakes Man Donald Conrad Kramer Sentenced for Domestic Assault by Strangulation
Detroit Lakes, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—A Detroit Lakes man has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for felony domestic assault by strangulation following an incident that occurred on July 30, 2024. Incident Details Suspect: Donald Conrad Kramer, 44 Victim: Kramer’s nephew Location: Detroit Lakes, Minnesota Charge: Felony domestic assault by strangulation Sentence: 67 days in jail… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Donald Conrad Kramer Sentenced for Domestic Assault by Strangulation
Bagley, Minnesota Man Faces New Felony Charges After Resisting Arrest in Detroit Lakes
Detroit Lakes, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me)—Brian Wayne Crabtree, a Bagley, Minnesota man, is facing two new felony charges after resisting arrest in Detroit Lakes when officers attempted to take him into custody. According to court records, Crabtree was already facing charges of theft and possession of stolen property. He had been released but was scheduled to appear… Continue reading Bagley, Minnesota Man Faces New Felony Charges After Resisting Arrest in Detroit Lakes
Officers restrain suspect at Detroit Lakes Courthouse
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Officers had to wrestle a suspect into custody at the courthouse in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota this week.
Detroit Lakes Woman Charged After Using TikTok Before Fatal Pedestrian Crash
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—A Detroit Lakes woman is facing charges after admitting to using TikTok just moments before a fatal collision with a pedestrian in September 2024. Case Details Suspect: Mariska Nunn, 21 Victim: Dean Chadbourne, 81, of Detroit Lakes Incident Date: September 3, 2024, just after noon Location: 1500 block of Randolph Road, near… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Woman Charged After Using TikTok Before Fatal Pedestrian Crash
Fatal Crash in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota Linked to TikTok Use
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Detroit Lakes, Minnesota woman has now been charged in a fatal car-pedestrian accident last September. Mariska Nunn wqs allegedly watching a Tik Tok video when she struck and killed and 81-year old male pedestrian.
Detroit Lakes’ Kyla Dawn Nelson Charged with Felony Theft in Becker County
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On December 30, 2023, Detroit Lakes police responded to Menards to investigate multiple shoplifting incidents. According to court records, 44-year-old Kyla Dawn Nelson of Detroit Lakes, along with an accomplice, allegedly stole merchandise totaling $1,109.57 during several visits: approximately $357.74 on October 29, 2023; $712.07 on December 28, 2023; and $39.76 on… Continue reading Detroit Lakes’ Kyla Dawn Nelson Charged with Felony Theft in Becker County
Ronald Wright Arrested After Vehicle Collision Near Sunlite Bar and Grill in Becker County
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On Saturday, January 18, at approximately 7:34 p.m., the Becker County Sheriff’s Office responded to an incident at the Sunlite Bar and Grill. Two individuals entered the establishment reporting involvement in a vehicular collision and exhibiting apparent injuries. The preliminary investigation indicated that 18-year-old Ronald Alvin Wright III was operating… Continue reading Ronald Wright Arrested After Vehicle Collision Near Sunlite Bar and Grill in Becker County
High-Speed Pursuit from Detroit Lakes to Clay County Results in Multiple Charges
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On January 7, at approximately 1:43 p.m., a Minnesota State Patrol trooper observed a black Chevrolet Impala on Highway 10 in Detroit Lakes. The driver, identified as 30-year-old Alan Steven Walker of Moorhead, was allegedly holding a cell phone near his face while operating the vehicle. The trooper initiated a traffic stop;… Continue reading High-Speed Pursuit from Detroit Lakes to Clay County Results in Multiple Charges
Callaway Man Charged with Assault and Threats in Detroit Lakes Incident
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On January 2, 2025, Detroit Lakes police responded to a domestic disturbance at a residence in Detroit Lakes. The female victim had left for the emergency room, while the male suspect, identified as 38-year-old Anthony Lee Libby Sr. of Callaway, Minnesota, remained at the scene with active arrest warrants. TRF… Continue reading Callaway Man Charged with Assault and Threats in Detroit Lakes Incident
Minnesota State Senator Nicole Mitchell Faces January Trial for First-Degree Burglary
DETROIT LAKES, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – State Senator Nicole Mitchell of Woodbury is scheduled to stand trial for first-degree burglary on January 27 in Becker County. The charges stem from an alleged break-in at her stepmother’s residence in Detroit Lakes in April. During a settlement conference held on December 31, no agreement was reached, leading the… Continue reading Minnesota State Senator Nicole Mitchell Faces January Trial for First-Degree Burglary
Detroit Lakes Woman Charged with Assault and Threats
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On January 1, 2025, at approximately 6:00 p.m., Detroit Lakes Police Department officers responded to a residence on State Street following a reported assault. Upon arrival, officers interviewed a male victim who reported that Felicia Nicole Scott, a 42-year-old woman from Detroit Lakes, had been staying at his apartment for… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Woman Charged with Assault and Threats
Possible Knife Attack Occurred in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Detroit Lakes, Minnesota woman is facing criminal charges, after allegedly trying to stab a man.
Vehicle Partially Submerged in Big Detroit Lake Prompts Access Warning
BECKER COUNTY, MINN (trfnews.i234.me) – On Sunday, December 29, the Becker County Sheriff’s Office reported a vehicle partially submerged in Big Detroit Lake near the Holiday Inn access point. The Sheriff’s Office did not provide information regarding injuries or the circumstances leading to the incident. They have advised the public to avoid using the Holiday… Continue reading Vehicle Partially Submerged in Big Detroit Lake Prompts Access Warning
Vehicle partially submerged in Detroit Lake, MN ice
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A vehicle broke partially through the ice on Detroit Lake, Minnesota on this Sunday.
Escaping a Charge in Detroit Lakes
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Perham, Minnesota man is facing a felony Fleeing charge in Detroit Lakes.
Detroit Lakes Man Charged with Felony Sexual Contact and Alcohol Purchase for Minor
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — Matthew Carl Burton Oftelie, 39, of Detroit Lakes, has been charged with felony second-degree criminal sexual contact and a gross misdemeanor for purchasing alcohol for a minor in Becker County District Court. According to court records, a Detroit Lakes police officer responded to a report of sexual conduct shortly after… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Charged with Felony Sexual Contact and Alcohol Purchase for Minor
Detroit Lakes Man Faces Charges for Criminal Sexual Contact
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Kyle Ryan Francis, 44, of Detroit Lakes, has been charged in Becker County District Court with felony fifth-degree criminal sexual contact and gross misdemeanor fifth-degree criminal sexual contact. According to court records, on August 27, 2023, a detective from the Clay County Sheriff’s Office began investigating a reported criminal sexual… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Faces Charges for Criminal Sexual Contact
Detroit Lakes Employee Faces Deportation After Privacy Violation Incident
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – An employee of a restaurant in Detroit Lakes is set to be deported following allegations of privacy invasion. According to court records, Jesus Hernandez-Espana was caught recording women in a restroom stall at El Loro Mexican Restaurant on November 4. Police obtained his phone, which contained multiple video clips of… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Employee Faces Deportation After Privacy Violation Incident
Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges After Golf Cart, ATV, and Burglary Incidents in Minnesota
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – James Lawrence TeJohn, 39, of rural Cass Lake, Minnesota, is facing multiple charges in Becker County District Court, including felony third-degree burglary, felony theft, and misdemeanor property damage. On August 18, 2024, TeJohn allegedly drove a golf cart through a yard, driveway, and wire fence in the Long Lake Drive… Continue reading Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges After Golf Cart, ATV, and Burglary Incidents in Minnesota
Detroit Lakes Man Accused of Brutally Beating Elderly Man in Wheelchair Until Unconscious
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Detroit Lakes, Minnesota man is facing criminal charges for allegedly beating an elderly man who was in a wheelchair unconscious.
Undercover Operation Targets Drug Trafficking in Detroit Lakes
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Detroit Lakes, Minnesota man is facing a major drug trafficking charge, following a sting …
Bathroom Surveillance: A Detroit Lakes Man Faces Charges
DETROIT LAKES, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – On Monday, November 4th around 2:00 pm, police were called to El Loro restaurant after a report of an incident that occurred in the women’s bathroom. It was reported that a male employee had been recording a female under her stall using his phone. The woman who made the complaint… Continue reading Bathroom Surveillance: A Detroit Lakes Man Faces Charges
Murder-for-Hire Scheme Unfolds: Three Suspects Arrested in Death of Detroit Lakes Missionary
LUBANGO, ANGOLA (trfnews.i234.me) – On October 25, Beau Shroyer was stabbed and killed at a remote location in Angola. An investigation revealed that it was a premeditated act. The Angolan Criminal Investigation Service (CIS) discovered that Jackie Shroyer, Beau’s wife, had promised Bernadino Elias, the couple’s security guard, along with two other men, Isalino Kayoo… Continue reading Murder-for-Hire Scheme Unfolds: Three Suspects Arrested in Death of Detroit Lakes Missionary
Detroit Lakes, MN Missionary Found Dead in Alleged Murder For Hire Plot; Wife Suspected
ANGOLA, AFRICA (trfnews.i234.me) Law enforcement officials have now released detailers regarding the death of Beau Shroyer, a missionary from Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, who was killed in Africa. Authorities now say his wife Jackie was the mastermind of the murder for hire.
Felony DWI Charges Filed Against Darren Robert Halvorson in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Darren Robert Halvorson, 43, was charged with felony first-degree DWI on October 5. According to court records, a Detroit Lakes police officer observed a vehicle traveling east on Willow Street at approximately 1:30 a.m. The registered owner’s driver’s license status had been canceled due to being inimical to public safety. The vehicle turned into a… Continue reading Felony DWI Charges Filed Against Darren Robert Halvorson in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Explore the Water Skimmers at Detroit Mountain
Watch The Water Skimmers At Detroit Mountain DETROIT MOUNTAIN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A facebook video captures the fun at Detroit Mountain Saturday afternoon, as snow skiers, do some water skimming.
Possible Bathroom Voyeur in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Detroit Lakes, Minnesota man is facing a criminal charge for allegedly using his phone to peep on a woman in a bathroom stall in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota.
Missionary’s Wife Arrested in Connection to His Death
DETROIT LAKES, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – A 44-year-old Detroit Lakes man was killed while serving as a missionary in Africa. The victim, identified as Beau Shroyer, died as a result of a violent attack that occurred on Friday. Shroyer’s wife, Jackie, has been arrested in connection with his death. Further details regarding the incident and her… Continue reading Missionary’s Wife Arrested in Connection to His Death
Man Faces Assault Charge with Hatchet in Detroit Lakes
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Detroit Lakes, Minnesota woman is facing criminal charges, after allegedly threatening a man with a hatchet and biting him in the chest.
Detroit Lakes Missionary’s Wife Arrested For Involvement In His Death
ANGOLA, AFRICA (trfnews.i234.me) The Paster at a Detroit Lakes, Minnesota church says missionary Beau Shroyer wife Jackie has been arrested in connection to his death.
Andrew James Varno: A Case of Felony Theft in Detroit Lakes
Andrew James Varno, 26, of Detroit Lakes, has been charged with felony theft in Becker County District Court. According to court records, a residence in Burlington Township reported that copper had gone missing on February 8, 2024. The homeowner stated she had left her home around 11 p.m., and when she returned at 3:30 a.m.,… Continue reading Andrew James Varno: A Case of Felony Theft in Detroit Lakes
Patricia Ann Thompson: A Case of Felony Theft in Detroit Lakes
Patricia Ann Thompson, 52, of Detroit Lakes, has been charged with felony theft in Becker County District Court. According to court records, a trailer went missing from the Crisis and Resource Center on August 10, 2024. Security footage showed the trailer being pulled out of the lot while attached to Thompson’s vehicle. On October 4,… Continue reading Patricia Ann Thompson: A Case of Felony Theft in Detroit Lakes
Detroit Lakes Woman Sentenced on Felony Drug Charge: Krystal Colleen Koehnen’s Probation Details
Krystal Colleen Koehnen, 35, of Detroit Lakes, was sentenced in Becker County District Court on a felony fifth-degree drug charge. On May 10, 2023, a Becker County deputy stopped a vehicle on County Highway 25 without a working license plate. The driver was later arrested for DWI. The passenger, Koehnen, was arrested on an active… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Woman Sentenced on Felony Drug Charge: Krystal Colleen Koehnen’s Probation Details
Fatal Encounter: A Devoted Missionary’s Tragic Demise in Angola
DETROIT LAKES, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — Beau Shroyer, a 44-year-old man from Detroit Lakes, was killed in an act of violence while serving as a missionary in Angola. He was affiliated with SIM USA, which has been involved in cross-cultural missions for over a century. Shroyer’s death occurred on Friday. Details surrounding the incident are not… Continue reading Fatal Encounter: A Devoted Missionary’s Tragic Demise in Angola
Missionary from Detroit Lakes, MN tragically loses life in Africa
ANGOLA, AFRICA (trfnews.i234.me) A Detroit Lakes, Minnesota native, who was serving as a missionary in Angola, Africa has been killed in an “acto of violence”, according to a local church leader.
Injury Crash Occurs Near Detroit Lakes, Minnesota on Sunday Morning
Sunday Morning Injury Crash By Detroit Lakes, Minnesota DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A 32-year old Lake Park man was injured in an early Sunday morning crash near Detroit Lakes, …
Urgent Alert: Dangerous Sex Offender at Large in Detroit Lakes
BREAKING NEWS: DANGEROUS SEX OFFENDER ON THE LOOSE IN DETROIT LAKES DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The Detroit Lakes Police Department says a dangerous sex offender, Rober Baca is on the loose, and people should lock their doors.
Tragic Highway 59 Crash Claims Two Lives Near Detroit Lakes, Investigation Ongoing
DETROIT LAKES, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – The Minnesota State Patrol has identified two victims in a fatal three-vehicle crash that occurred Tuesday afternoon on Highway 59 near Detroit Lakes. Cole Carlson, 33, of Detroit Lakes, and his passenger, 60-year-old Stacey Nelson of Hawley, tragically lost their lives in the collision. Both victims were not wearing seatbelts.… Continue reading Tragic Highway 59 Crash Claims Two Lives Near Detroit Lakes, Investigation Ongoing
Two Killed in Three-Vehicle Crash on Highway 59 Near Detroit Lakes
BECKER COUNTY, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — Two men lost their lives in a devastating three-vehicle crash on Highway 59, north of Detroit Lakes, on Tuesday afternoon. The victims, a 33-year-old man from Detroit Lakes and a 60-year-old man from Hawley, were pronounced dead at the scene. Their names will be released on Wednesday. In one of… Continue reading Two Killed in Three-Vehicle Crash on Highway 59 Near Detroit Lakes
UPDATE: Authorities Identify Victims of Fatal 3-Vehicle Crash Near Detroit Lakes, MN
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The Minnesota State Patrol has released the names of 2 people who were killed and others …
Former Mapleton Mayor Sentenced for DUI Crash at Detroit Mountain: Jail Time, Probation, and Electronic Monitoring Ordered
DETROIT LAKES — Andrew Steven Draeger, the former mayor of Mapleton, North Dakota, has been sentenced to 90 days in jail, probation, and electronic home monitoring for a DUI crash at Detroit Mountain that left his girlfriend, Kimberly Brinkman, with severe injuries. Draeger admitted to consuming alcohol before the February crash, which resulted in his… Continue reading Former Mapleton Mayor Sentenced for DUI Crash at Detroit Mountain: Jail Time, Probation, and Electronic Monitoring Ordered
Fatal Crash Involves Three Vehicles Near Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me)Two people were killed in a 3-vehicle crash north of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota on Highway 59 Tuesday. Check back later today for more details.
HWY 59 MP269, DETROIT TWP, Becker County Crash 2024-10-08 20:34:29
Incident Incident type: Fatal ICR: 24901862 Date/Time: 10/08/2024 13:47 District: 2900 Detroit Lakes Case Information Contact: 218-846-8260 Media Contact: Sgt. Jesse Grabow (218) 639-3168 Location: HWY 59 MP269, DETROIT TWP, Becker County This fatal crash involved an unbelted/unrestrained occupant. Description: Toyota and Ford traveling NB HWY 59. Chrysler traveling SB HWY… Continue reading HWY 59 MP269, DETROIT TWP, Becker County
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Moorhead Man Charged with Felony Theft After $1,467 Walmart Heist in Detroit Lakes
Waldern Roger Lacroix, 49, of Moorhead, is facing felony theft charges in Becker County District Court after allegedly stealing $1,467 worth of merchandise from a Detroit Lakes Walmart on December 3, 2023. According to court records, Walmart surveillance footage captured Lacroix loading a cart with various items, including trail cameras, camping gear, knives, laundry pods,… Continue reading Moorhead Man Charged with Felony Theft After $1,467 Walmart Heist in Detroit Lakes
Fargo Man Sentenced for Felony Domestic Assault After Violent Attack in Detroit Lakes
Todd Anthony Belland Jr., 34, of Fargo, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for felony domestic assault following a violent altercation on March 26 in Detroit Lakes. Court records reveal that deputies responded to a domestic disturbance on Old Pit Road, where they found Belland walking away from a vehicle with smashed windows.… Continue reading Fargo Man Sentenced for Felony Domestic Assault After Violent Attack in Detroit Lakes
Detroit Trio Accused of Trafficking Pain Pills in Devils Lake
Detroit Trio Charged With Trafficking Pain Pills In Devils Lake DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A trio of men from Detroit and the surrounding area have been charged with trafficking pain pills in Devils Lake, North Dakota.
Arson Allegation in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Arson Charge In Detroit Lakes, Minnesota DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Detroit Lakes, Minnesota woman is facing a felony Arson charge in that city.
Rescue of Drowning Victim in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota Makes Headlines
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We had a young adult pulled from the water in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota on this Saturday afternoon and rushed to the hospital.
Police Conduct Drug Sting Operation in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Detroit Lakes, Minnesota man is facing a criminal charge, after allegedly selling M-30 Fentanyl pills to a confidential informant.
Deadly Collision Between Vehicle and Pedestrian in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A fatal vehicle-pedestrian accident in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota on this Tuesday afternoonl.
Authorities Release Identity of Detroit Lakes Drowning Victim
Detroit Lakes Drowning Victim Identified DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A 20-year old man who drowned in Detroit Lake Wednesday evening has been identified.
Emergency Response in Rural Detroit Lakes
Fire Call, Rural Detroit Lakes DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Fire call north of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota Saturday afternoon.
NFL Legend Joe Schmidt, Hall of Fame Linebacker and Former Lions Coach, Passes Away
The football world mourns the loss of Joe Schmidt, an NFL legend and former Detroit Lions linebacker and head coach, whose extraordinary career left an indelible mark on the sport. Schmidt, a 10-time Pro Bowl selection, was known for his fierce tackling and leadership on the field, helping the Lions secure championships in 1953 and… Continue reading NFL Legend Joe Schmidt, Hall of Fame Linebacker and Former Lions Coach, Passes Away
Detroit Lakes Bicyclist Hospitalized After Collision with SUV at Busy Intersection
DETROIT LAKES — A 36-year-old man from Detroit Lakes was hospitalized after a collision between his bicycle and a Chevrolet Tahoe on Tuesday, Sept. 10. The incident took place around 4:12 p.m. at the intersection of Roosevelt Avenue and Frazee Street in Detroit Lakes. According to the Detroit Lakes Police Department, witnesses reported that the… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Bicyclist Hospitalized After Collision with SUV at Busy Intersection
Detroit Lakes Man Sentenced for Assaulting Officer and Property Damage After Drunken Incident
Chase Isaiah Monson, 24, of Detroit Lakes, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for a felony fourth-degree assault charge after spitting on a police officer and a misdemeanor for property damage. The charges stem from an incident on the evening of February 17, 2024, when police were called to a Detroit Lakes residence… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Sentenced for Assaulting Officer and Property Damage After Drunken Incident
Detroit Lakes Woman Sentenced for Felony Threats of Violence, Granted Probation
Tyra McKenzie Witt, 19, of Detroit Lakes, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court after pleading guilty to felony threats of violence. The sentencing stems from an August 12, 2023, incident in which Witt allegedly threatened to shoot family members after picking up a gun in Frazee. According to court records, Becker County deputies… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Woman Sentenced for Felony Threats of Violence, Granted Probation
Detroit Lakes Man Charged with Felony for Allegedly Selling Fentanyl Pills in Undercover Sting
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Detroit Lakes man, Noah Daniel Lawrence, has been charged with a felony for the third-degree sale of narcotics following a successful undercover sting operation. According to court documents, Lawrence allegedly sold M-30 Fentanyl pills to a confidential informant working with the Becker County Sheriff’s Department in June. The operation,… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Charged with Felony for Allegedly Selling Fentanyl Pills in Undercover Sting
Minnesota State Senator Nicole Mitchell Pleads Not Guilty in High-Stakes Burglary Case
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Minnesota State Senator Nicole Mitchell, representing DFL-Woodbury, has pleaded not guilty to felony burglary charges in a highly contentious case unfolding in Becker County. Mitchell stands accused of unlawfully entering a Detroit Lakes residence, where her stepmother resides, and taking items that belonged to her late father during an incident… Continue reading Minnesota State Senator Nicole Mitchell Pleads Not Guilty in High-Stakes Burglary Case
Minneapolis Drug Trafficker Arrested Near Detroit Lakes: 184 Grams of Meth Seized
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A suspected Minneapolis drug trafficker was apprehended by the Becker County Sheriff’s Office after a timely tip from a special agent led to his arrest near Detroit Lakes. Kevin Turck, 58, was taken into custody in the early hours of August 25th after deputies were alerted that he would be… Continue reading Minneapolis Drug Trafficker Arrested Near Detroit Lakes: 184 Grams of Meth Seized
Detroit Lakes Resident Sentenced for Fentanyl Possession: Jail Time and Probation Ordered
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jessi Lee Fish, 46, of rural Detroit Lakes, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for a felony fifth-degree drug charge involving fentanyl. A more severe third-degree charge was dismissed as part of a plea agreement. According to court records, on July 25, 2023, West Central Task Force agents… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Resident Sentenced for Fentanyl Possession: Jail Time and Probation Ordered
Felony Theft Charges Dismissed Against Frazee Contractor After New Evidence Emerges
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Felony theft by swindle charges against Blake Andrew Sundvor, 41, of Frazee, have been dismissed in Becker County District Court after new evidence came to light. Sundvor was initially accused of taking $50,000 for a construction project in Becker County that he failed to complete. According to court records, Sundvor and… Continue reading Felony Theft Charges Dismissed Against Frazee Contractor After New Evidence Emerges
Detroit Lakes Man Charged with Felony for Violating Multiple Protection Orders
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Craig Daniel Bellanger, 42, of Detroit Lakes, has been charged with felony attempted domestic abuse in Becker County District Court for violating two or more orders for protection within 10 years of a prior conviction. Details from the criminal complaint were not available online. Bellanger was released without bail on… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Charged with Felony for Violating Multiple Protection Orders
Fargo Man Charged with Felony Forgery After Cashing Fraudulent Check in Detroit Lakes
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Adrian Jay Hawkman, 40, of Fargo, is facing felony check forgery charges in Becker County District Court. The charges stem from an incident on May 2nd when Hawkman allegedly cashed a forged check for $3,868.41 at the American National Bank in Detroit Lakes. According to court records, bank staff grew… Continue reading Fargo Man Charged with Felony Forgery After Cashing Fraudulent Check in Detroit Lakes
Detroit Lakes Man Sentenced to 12 Years for Child Sexual Abuse and Child Pornography
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Nicholas Christopher Honer, 48, of Detroit Lakes, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison after being convicted of felony first-degree criminal sexual conduct and possession of child pornography. As part of a plea agreement, three additional charges of criminal sexual conduct and a second possession charge were dropped. The… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Sentenced to 12 Years for Child Sexual Abuse and Child Pornography
Cass Lake Man Arrested After Bizarre Break-In and ATV Theft South of Detroit Lakes
BECKER COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a peculiar incident in Lake View Township, Becker County, Minnesota, James L. Tejohn of Cass Lake has been arrested and charged with multiple crimes. On August 18th, a woman reported that an unknown man entered her home, claiming he was there to check on her. The man, later identified… Continue reading Cass Lake Man Arrested After Bizarre Break-In and ATV Theft South of Detroit Lakes
🚨 Frazee Man Claims Self-Defense in Fatal Shooting of Detroit Lakes Resident 🚨
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Willis Charles McDonald, 31, of Frazee, Minnesota, is facing charges of first-degree manslaughter and second-degree murder following the fatal shooting of Arlan Ray Bergstrom Jr., 31, of Detroit Lakes. McDonald’s attorney, Blair W. Nelson, insists that the shooting was an act of self-defense, a claim made during a court hearing on… Continue reading 🚨 Frazee Man Claims Self-Defense in Fatal Shooting of Detroit Lakes Resident 🚨
Detroit Lakes Man Caught on Camera Stealing Lock Box, Faces Felony Charges
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Wesley Ross Thompson, 39, of rural Detroit Lakes, is facing serious legal trouble after being charged with felony possession of burglar tools and misdemeanor theft in Becker County District Court. On February 20th, police were called to a store in Detroit Lakes following a report of theft. A woman reported… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Caught on Camera Stealing Lock Box, Faces Felony Charges
Detroit Lakes Teen Charged with Felony Assault After Brutal Hallway Attack
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Spencer George Eliasson, 19, of Detroit Lakes, has been charged with felony third-degree assault in Becker County District Court following a violent altercation on December 3, 2023. According to court records, police were dispatched to an apartment building in Detroit Lakes after a report of an assault. The victim, identified as… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Teen Charged with Felony Assault After Brutal Hallway Attack
Fatal Shooting in Frazee: Detroit Lakes Man Killed, Suspect Arrested
BECKER COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In the early hours of Saturday morning, August 10th, a tragic shooting occurred at a residence on U.S. Highway 10 in Frazee. The Becker County Sheriff’s Office received a call around 1:20 a.m. reporting the incident. Upon arrival, emergency personnel attempted to save the victim’s life, but 31-year-old Arlan Ray… Continue reading Fatal Shooting in Frazee: Detroit Lakes Man Killed, Suspect Arrested
Detroit Lakes Woman Charged After Brandishing BB Gun at Taco John’s
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Amber Rose Greene, 44, of Detroit Lakes, faces multiple charges including felony terroristic threats, gross misdemeanor for carrying a BB gun in public, and misdemeanor fifth-degree assault. On July 25, Detroit Lakes police were called to Taco John’s where Greene was found with a BB gun that resembled a pistol. The… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Woman Charged After Brandishing BB Gun at Taco John’s
Teresa Joe Johnson Charged with Felony Domestic Abuse in Detroit Lakes
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Teresa Joe Johnson, 35, from Detroit Lakes, faces felony domestic abuse charges for violating two or more protection orders within a decade of a prior conviction. The criminal complaint was not available online. An arrest warrant was issued on June 27 after Johnson missed her initial court appearance. On July… Continue reading Teresa Joe Johnson Charged with Felony Domestic Abuse in Detroit Lakes
Arjen Jovanny Zeledon Moreno Sentenced for Gross Misdemeanor DWI in Becker County
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Arjen Jovanny Zeledon Moreno, 26, from Detroit Lakes, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for a gross misdemeanor DWI. A felony charge of fleeing a peace officer was dropped in a plea agreement. On March 16, 2024, Moreno was reported driving erratically in a black and green Dodge Charger.… Continue reading Arjen Jovanny Zeledon Moreno Sentenced for Gross Misdemeanor DWI in Becker County
Detroit Lakes Man Sentenced for Gross Misdemeanor Riot
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Arthur Deshun Campbell, 19, of Detroit Lakes, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for gross misdemeanor third-degree riot. The sentencing follows a plea agreement that saw a felony second-degree riot charge dropped. The charges stem from an altercation on August 15, 2023, at around 12:38 a.m., involving two… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Sentenced for Gross Misdemeanor Riot
💊 Detroit Man Sentenced for Selling Fentanyl in Minnesota
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Daniel Kyrone Heard, 22, of Detroit, Michigan, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for felony second-degree controlled substance crime. Charges of first- and second-degree controlled substance crime were dropped as part of a plea agreement. Incident Details: Date: March 5, 2023 Location: Near Holy Rosary Catholic School, Detroit Lakes… Continue reading 💊 Detroit Man Sentenced for Selling Fentanyl in Minnesota
Detroit Lakes Man Sentenced for Possession of Sawed-Off Shotgun
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Pierre De Wilson, 37, of Detroit Lakes, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for felony possession of a short-barrel shotgun. The charge originated from an October 8, 2021, incident where Wilson was a back-seat passenger in a stolen 2007 Ford Edge. A White Earth police officer discovered a loaded… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Sentenced for Possession of Sawed-Off Shotgun
🚔 Detroit Lakes Man Sentenced for Felony DWI After Incident with Child
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Scott Patrick Reynolds, 34, of Detroit Lakes, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for felony DWI. A second felony DWI charge was dropped as part of a plea agreement. Incident Details: Date: August 14, 2023 Vehicle: Silver Mercedes Benz Location: Near Lake Park, later on West Lake Drive,… Continue reading 🚔 Detroit Lakes Man Sentenced for Felony DWI After Incident with Child
Detroit Lakes Woman Faces Felony Shoplifting Charge in Fargo
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Angela Elizabeth Johnson, a resident of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, is now facing a felony-level shoplifting charge in Fargo. According to court documents, on July 19th, Johnson entered a Fargo Shields store carrying seven disposable plastic bags and exited with $1,116 worth of merchandise without paying. She was subsequently arrested on charges… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Woman Faces Felony Shoplifting Charge in Fargo
Appeals Court Overturns Major Conviction in High-Profile Drug Ring Case
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A federal appeals court has determined that Darius Sledge, one of the men sentenced to 30 years for operating a drug ring across three Native American reservations in North Dakota, was wrongfully convicted on the most serious charge against him. Last summer, a jury found Darius Sledge, 32, guilty of four… Continue reading Appeals Court Overturns Major Conviction in High-Profile Drug Ring Case
Passenger Injured in Rollover Crash Near Detroit Lakes
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A passenger suffered non-life-threatening injuries after the driver rolled his vehicle into the woods off Highway 10 east of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, on Thursday morning. The incident occurred near County Road 54. According to the Highway Patrol, 48-year-old Corey Swift of Faribault was driving the vehicle and was not injured.… Continue reading Passenger Injured in Rollover Crash Near Detroit Lakes
Minor Injuries Reported After Vehicle Rollover Near Detroit Lakes
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A wild rollover crash into the woods occurred just east of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, on Thursday morning. The accident happened near the intersection of Highway 10 and County Road 54. Fortunately, the occupants were wearing seat belts, resulting in only minor injuries. Emergency responders arrived on the scene and confirmed… Continue reading Minor Injuries Reported After Vehicle Rollover Near Detroit Lakes
US Highway 10 at Becker County Road 54, DETROIT LAKES, Becker County Crash 2024-07-18 08:57:20
Incident Incident type: Injury ICR: 24901196 Date/Time: 07/18/2024 07:03 District: 2900 Detroit Lakes Case Information Contact: 218-846-8260 Media Contact: Sgt. Jesse Grabow (218) 639-3168 Location: US Highway 10 at Becker County Road 54, DETROIT LAKES, Becker County Description: 1996 Chrysler Town & Country was traveling westbound on US Highway 10, when it… Continue reading US Highway 10 at Becker County Road 54, DETROIT LAKES, Becker County
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Detroit Lakes man faces felony sex charges
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Eneyl Lee Amequita Davila, 22, of Detroit Lakes has been charged in Becker County District Court with felony first- and third-degree criminal sexual conduct. According to court records, on April 19 the Detroit Lakes Police Department was advised of a possible sexual assault that had occurred and that involved two… Continue reading Detroit Lakes man faces felony sex charges
Lake Park Man Sentenced on Gun and Drug Charges
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Nicholas George Savig, 40, of rural Lake Park, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for a felony charge of felon in possession of a firearm. A separate felony charge of second-degree controlled substance crime was dismissed earlier at the prosecution’s discretion. On September 1, 2021, local law enforcement… Continue reading Lake Park Man Sentenced on Gun and Drug Charges
Detroit Lakes Woman Sentenced for Assault Outside Zorbaz
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Andrea Lee Kier, 41, of Detroit Lakes, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for misdemeanor fifth-degree assault following a violent altercation outside the Detroit Lakes Zorbaz. Felony charges of robbery and third-degree assault were dismissed as part of a plea agreement. Court records reveal that on June 3,… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Woman Sentenced for Assault Outside Zorbaz
Felony Domestic Assault Charge Dismissed Against Detroit Lakes Woman
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A felony domestic assault charge has been dismissed in Becker County District Court against Tasha Rae Burrow, 41, of rural Detroit Lakes. According to court records, on the evening of May 28, 2022, a deputy responded to a disturbance at the Country Manor mobile home park. A young man reported… Continue reading Felony Domestic Assault Charge Dismissed Against Detroit Lakes Woman
Car-Semi Trailer Crash Reported in Detroit Lakes on Highway 10
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Breaking news out of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, this Friday noon hour. An initial emergency call reported a car beneath the trailer of a semi on Highway 10 at Washington Street. The incident occurred in front of Riley’s Auto Parts. According to later radio traffic, it appears there were no injuries… Continue reading Car-Semi Trailer Crash Reported in Detroit Lakes on Highway 10
Detroit Lakes Woman Sentenced for Brutal Assault Outside Zorbaz
Detroit Lakes, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Angela Lee Kier, 41, of Detroit Lakes, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for felony third-degree assault. A felony charge of simple robbery was dismissed, and no adjudication was made on a misdemeanor fifth-degree assault conviction. Kier was convicted of the two assault charges by a jury on… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Woman Sentenced for Brutal Assault Outside Zorbaz
Fargo Man Identified as Drowning Victim in Detroit Lakes
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – The Becker County Sheriff’s Office has identified the man pulled from the water on Saturday in Detroit Lakes as 24-year-old Sterling Buchholz of Fargo. His current condition remains unknown. At approximately 3:26 p.m. on Saturday, the Becker County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a 24-year-old male who had been… Continue reading Fargo Man Identified as Drowning Victim in Detroit Lakes
Hearing for Minnesota State Senator Delayed in Detroit Lakes
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A court hearing for a Minnesota State Senator in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota has been pushed back to August.
Marty Pavelich, Detroit Red Wings Legend, Passes Away at 96
Marty Pavelich, a pivotal member of the Detroit Red Wings during their Stanley Cup-winning era in the 1950s, has passed away at the age of 96. Pavelich, known for his exceptional skills as a forward, contributed to all four of the Red Wings’ championship victories. His death, attributed to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), occurred peacefully… Continue reading Marty Pavelich, Detroit Red Wings Legend, Passes Away at 96
Detroit Lakes Police Report 6-22-2024
1:58 a.m., Domestic incident was reported at a residence along Mashkiki Street, Ponsford, involving an adult male and female. Both stated the other was the aggressor. 11:22 a.m., Check forgery for $4,200 was reported at a business along U.S. Highway 59, Detroit Lakes. 3:51 p.m., Fire was reported in the grass along County Highway 46,… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Police Report 6-22-2024
Detroit Lakes Man Charged with Felony Burglary After Art Store Heist
Detroit Lakes, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Raymond Grantland Carlson, 38, of Detroit Lakes, faces felony third-degree burglary charges in Becker County District Court. On April 7, Carlson allegedly broke into the Ikalka Arts store at the Washington Square Mall in Detroit Lakes, stealing items valued at approximately $1,160. The stolen goods included a speaker, headphones, photography… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Charged with Felony Burglary After Art Store Heist
Redding Man Charged with Assault After Wild Night in Detroit Lakes
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Lato Zane Aaron Estrella, 20, of Redding, California, has been charged in Becker County District Court with felony fourth-degree assault on a correctional officer and misdemeanor disorderly conduct. Just after midnight on April 11, Detroit Lakes police responded to a report of an attempted break-in at a residence. They found… Continue reading Redding Man Charged with Assault After Wild Night in Detroit Lakes
Violent Confrontation at Detroit Lakes Motel: Man Charged with Felony Assault
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Dennis Lee Busse, 57, of Bagley, has been charged in Becker County District Court with felony fifth-degree assault. The incident took place on the morning of April 10 at the Star of the Lakes Inn in Detroit Lakes, prompting police response to a reported threat of violence. According to court… Continue reading Violent Confrontation at Detroit Lakes Motel: Man Charged with Felony Assault
Detroit Lakes Police Report 6-12-2024
8:26 a.m., Suspicious activity was reported when a person was seen photographing police vehicles. 10:35 a.m., Dumping of refuse was reported under a bridge along Main Avenue, Frazee. 11:53 a.m., Bear cub was spotted attempting to cross U.S. Highway 10. Caller noted it appeared there was no mother bear near the cub. 3:28 p.m., Complaint… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Police Report 6-12-2024
Detroit Lakes Police Report 6-10-2024
12:41 a.m., Possible shots fired at a residence along Lynx Lane, Ogema, reported. Officers learned a white truck was seen driving past the residence when something appeared to have been thrown out of the vehicle and went through the window. It was not known what broke the window. 12:43 p.m., Pontoon floated ashore along Ravenswood… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Police Report 6-10-2024
Detroit Lakes Police Report 6-10-2024
7:29 a.m., Theft of a concrete eagle was reported along Main Avenue, Callaway. The statue had a height of about 3 feet. 8:27 a.m., Fraud attempt was reported at a residence along Maple Lodge Road, Audubon. A person was contacted through email from someone pretending to be from Paypal. The attempt to gain personal information… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Police Report 6-10-2024
🚨 Ponsford Teen Sentenced for BB Gun Drive-By in Detroit Lakes Park
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Benjamin Dean Petite, 20, from Ponsford, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for his involvement in a BB and pellet gun drive-by shooting that damaged two vehicles at Detroit Lakes’ Peoples Park on July 10, 2023. At around 8:17 p.m. on that day, Detroit Lakes police responded to reports… Continue reading 🚨 Ponsford Teen Sentenced for BB Gun Drive-By in Detroit Lakes Park
Detroit Lakes Police Report 6-1-2024
9:27 a.m., Medical call to a residence along County Highway 39, Osage, required air transport. An adult male (no age provided) was possibly having a stroke and had become unresponsive but was breathing. The male was airlifted to Fargo, North Dakota. 11:16 a.m., Theft of fishing gear was reported at a residence along Deer Point… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Police Report 6-1-2024
Rural Frazee Man Sentenced to 24 Years for Heinous Sex Crimes
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Douglas David Carr, 45, of rural Frazee, has been sentenced to two consecutive 12-year prison terms for two counts of felony first-degree criminal sexual conduct. He faced six felony counts and was convicted on all counts in March by a Becker County jury. The charges stem from accusations that Carr had… Continue reading Rural Frazee Man Sentenced to 24 Years for Heinous Sex Crimes
Detroit Lakes Crime Report 5-25-2024
6:29 a.m., Suspicious activity was reported along Anderson Road, Detroit Lakes, when a person wrapped in a blanket was observed. Deputies located the person, who was an adult male who stated they were from Virginia, but traveling on foot around the nation. 9:36 a.m., Property damage to a window was reported at a residence along… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Crime Report 5-25-2024
Hwy 34 and Highland Dr, DETROIT LAKES, Becker County Crash 2024-05-18 23:00:26
Incident Incident type: Injury ICR: 24900753 Date/Time: 05/17/2024 16:00 District: 2900 Detroit Lakes Case Information Contact: 218-846-8260 Media Contact: Sgt. Jesse Grabow (218) 639-3168 Location: Hwy 34 and Highland Dr, DETROIT LAKES, Becker County Description: The bike was WB on the EB shoulder. The Chevy had pulled over to let faster moving… Continue reading Hwy 34 and Highland Dr, DETROIT LAKES, Becker County
Crash 2024-05-18 23:00:26
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