Breaking News: Domestic Injury Reported in East Grand Forks

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We had a report of an injury in a domestic violence situation in East Grand Forks Thursday night. * Check back on Friday for more details.

Erin and Meagan Parker Charged with Aggravated Assault in Pembina County

Erin and Meagan Parker Charged with Aggravated Assault in Pembina County

CAVALIER, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Erin and Meagan Parker have been charged with felony aggravated assault – domestic violence following an incident early Monday morning in Cavalier, North Dakota. Court documents indicate that one individual pulled the other by the hair out of a bar. Later, at their residence, one struck the other in the face… Continue reading Erin and Meagan Parker Charged with Aggravated Assault in Pembina County

Emerado Man Sentenced for Attempted Murder and Related Charges

Alexander Mitchell Stewart

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — On December 16, 2024, in Grand Forks, North Dakota, 32-year-old Alexander Mitchell Stewart from Emerado was sentenced to 10 years in prison, with six years suspended, for attempted murder and associated offenses. The sentencing includes an additional three years of probation following his incarceration. Stewart is required to undergo an… Continue reading Emerado Man Sentenced for Attempted Murder and Related Charges

Emerado Man Sentenced to Prison for Attempted Murder and Related Charges

Alexander Stewart

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — Alexander Stewart, a resident of Emerado, North Dakota, has been sentenced following his guilty plea to multiple charges, including attempted murder. The Grand Forks County District Court imposed a 10-year prison term, with six years suspended, resulting in four years of active incarceration. The charges stem from a September 2023… Continue reading Emerado Man Sentenced to Prison for Attempted Murder and Related Charges

Deputy Tased During Wild Arrest in Otter Tail County, Minnesota

PELICAN RAPIDS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Deputy wound up being tased in a wild arrest on Saturday in Pelican Rapids, Minnesota. Cole Franzen is now facing a string of felony charges.

Arrest Made in Domestic Assault Case Involving Two Felony Counts

Brian Lee Rogers

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Brian Lee Rogers, aged 52, was arrested on November 24, 2024, on charges of domestic assault. The offense is classified under Minnesota Statute 609.2242.4, with Rogers facing two felony counts. Details regarding his estimated release date are not available at this time. I’m Chris Harper reporting for trfnews.i234.me

Grand Forks Man to Stand Trial for Attempted Murder of Officers

Jeffrey Simpson Jr.

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — In March 2024, Jeffrey Jacob Simpson Jr., 30, will face trial in Grand Forks for a series of serious charges, including attempted murder. The charges stem from an incident on March 22, 2024, when Simpson allegedly fired at six members of the regional SWAT team while they attempted to arrest… Continue reading Grand Forks Man to Stand Trial for Attempted Murder of Officers

Grand Forks Man Arraigned on Five Felony Charges Stemming from Domestic Incident

James Laducer

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — A Grand Forks man, James William Laducer Jr., 36, was arraigned following a preliminary hearing on Monday, Dec. 2, which found cause to proceed with charges against him. Laducer pleaded not guilty to five felony counts linked to a domestic incident in October. He faces three Class B felonies for… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Arraigned on Five Felony Charges Stemming from Domestic Incident

Love Turns Deadly: A Fargo Hotel Nightmare

Jamie Frazee

FARGO (trfnews.i234.me) – A 45-year-old Perham, Minnesota man named Jamie Frazee has been charged with felony terrorizing after being accused of holding a woman against her will and threatening to kill her at a Fargo hotel. According to court records, police responded to the hotel last week where the woman reported that Frazee had taken… Continue reading Love Turns Deadly: A Fargo Hotel Nightmare

A Systemic Failure: Minneapolis Police Department’s Inaction in the Face of Harassment and Violence

A Systemic Failure: Minneapolis Police Department's Inaction in the Face of Harassment and Violence

MINNEAPOLIS (trfnews.i234.me) – Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara stated that his department “failed” to protect a victim from escalating harassment. The incident occurred on October 23 when Davis Moturi was shot by his neighbor, John Sawchak. Sawchak had been charged with shooting Moturi as he was pruning a tree in front of his home. Moturi… Continue reading A Systemic Failure: Minneapolis Police Department’s Inaction in the Face of Harassment and Violence

Grand Forks Man Arrested in Domestic Incident Turned House Fire

James Laducer

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — James Laducer, a 36-year-old man from Grand Forks, was taken into custody by police for his alleged involvement in a domestic incident that turned violent and resulted in a house fire on Wednesday night. According to reports, officers were called to 631 4th Ave S shortly after 10 p.m. due… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Arrested in Domestic Incident Turned House Fire

Chisago County Man Pleads Guilty to Wife’s Murder, Faces Sentencing in January

Mike Carda

CHISAGO COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Just over a year since prosecutors said Mike Carda shot and killed his wife inside their Chisago County home, Carda pleaded guilty to her murder. Carda, 40, was charged with second-degree murder, assault with a dangerous weapon, and second-degree attempted murder following the Oct. 6 shooting death of his wife… Continue reading Chisago County Man Pleads Guilty to Wife’s Murder, Faces Sentencing in January

Domestic Violence Nightmare: 32-Year-Old Man to Face Sentencing for Heinous Crimes Against Ex-Girlfriend

Alexander Mitchell Stewart

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Domestic Violence Nightmare: 32-Year-Old Man to Face Sentencing for Heinous Crimes Against Ex-Girlfriend A disturbing case of domestic violence has led to a North Dakota man facing sentencing on four charges. Alexander Mitchell Stewart, 32, pleaded guilty to three Class C felonies – domestic violence causing serious bodily injury, terrorizing,… Continue reading Domestic Violence Nightmare: 32-Year-Old Man to Face Sentencing for Heinous Crimes Against Ex-Girlfriend

Police Report They Had to Use Force to Remove His Hands from Woman’s Neck

Police Say They Had To Forcefully Remove HIs Hands From Female's Neck GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing a felony charge for allegedly assaulting a woman, after police say they had to forcefully remove his hands from her neck. * Incident happened in in Grand Forks, Marcellus Mitchell’s address is listed… Continue reading Police Report They Had to Use Force to Remove His Hands from Woman’s Neck

Man Arrested After Two-Year Search for Brutal Assault on Girlfriend at Perham Party

Jose Garcia Pena

PERHAM, MINN. – An Otter Tail County man who had been on the run for nearly two years was arrested over the weekend, accused of a violent assault on his girlfriend. Jose Garcia Pena, 29, of Perham, was taken into custody on Sunday and appeared in court on Monday, where he was charged with 3rd-degree… Continue reading Man Arrested After Two-Year Search for Brutal Assault on Girlfriend at Perham Party

Urgent Update: Grand Forks Man Arrested Following Domestic Assault Injuring Pregnant Woman

BREAKING NEWS UPDATE: Grand Forks Man Arrested, After Pregnant Woman Injured In Domestic Assault GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A man has been arrested after a pregnant woman was kicked in the stomach during a domestic assault in Grand Forks Thursday morning.

Allegedly Strangled Victim Using Electrical Cord

Allegedly Strangled Victim With Electrical Cord GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks woman is facing a felony Domestic Violence charge, after allegedly strangling a man with an electrical cord.

Fargo Man Arrested After Foot Chase and Burglary in South Fargo

Fargo Man Arrested After Foot Chase and Burglary in South Fargo

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fargo man is behind bars after leading police on a foot chase through South Fargo on Wednesday morning. The incident began around 9:40 a.m. when Fargo police were dispatched to the area near 45th Avenue and 47th Street South in response to a report of an unwanted male. Upon arrival,… Continue reading Fargo Man Arrested After Foot Chase and Burglary in South Fargo

Fargo Woman Charged with Felony Terrorizing After Allegedly Chasing Man with Knife

Johnique Lewis

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fargo woman, Johnique Lewis, is facing a felony charge of terrorizing domestic violence after a harrowing incident involving a knife. According to court documents, police responded to a domestic disturbance at a Fargo residence on August 20th. The male victim reported that Lewis had allegedly chased him with a knife,… Continue reading Fargo Woman Charged with Felony Terrorizing After Allegedly Chasing Man with Knife