Grand Forks Man Sentenced to 8 Years for Major Cocaine Bust, Pleads Guilty in Drug Case

Jacob Lopez

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man, Jacob Andrew Lopez, 22, was sentenced to eight years in prison on Thursday, Sept. 5, after pleading guilty to Class A felony possession of more than 50 grams of cocaine with intent to deliver. The charges stemmed from a March drug bust at his residence, which… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Sentenced to 8 Years for Major Cocaine Bust, Pleads Guilty in Drug Case

Samantha Hutchinson Sentenced for Drug Possession After Walmart Theft and Jail Incident

Samantha Erin Hutchinson

Samantha Erin Hutchinson, 32, has been sentenced to 13 months in prison, stayed for 30 months, following a felony conviction for fifth-degree possession of a controlled substance. Hutchinson’s sentence includes 30 months of supervised probation, mandatory completion of a comprehensive assessment, and treatment as recommended. She is also prohibited from possessing firearms for life unless… Continue reading Samantha Hutchinson Sentenced for Drug Possession After Walmart Theft and Jail Incident

Middle River Man Sentenced to Over 5 Years for Drug and DWI Charges After Found Passed Out in Vehicle

Brady Ray Veselka

Brady Ray Veselka, 39, of Middle River, was sentenced on Tuesday, August 6, in Pennington County District Court for serious drug-related offenses. Veselka faced felony charges, including third-degree controlled substance crime and first-degree driving while impaired (DWI). For the drug charge, Veselka received a 52-month prison sentence, with credit for 261 days already served. He… Continue reading Middle River Man Sentenced to Over 5 Years for Drug and DWI Charges After Found Passed Out in Vehicle

Thief River Falls Woman Sentenced for Felony Drug and DWI Charges

Amy Marie Reierson, 45, of Thief River Falls, has been sentenced for felony drug possession and DWI charges following her February 3rd arrest. Reierson was found asleep in a parked, idling vehicle, where law enforcement discovered methamphetamine, marijuana, and drug paraphernalia. For the felony charge of fifth-degree controlled substance possession, Reierson received a four-year stay… Continue reading Thief River Falls Woman Sentenced for Felony Drug and DWI Charges

Roseau County Jail Roster: Recent Arrests Include Assault, Drug Possession, and Domestic Violence Charges 9-8-2024

The Roseau County Jail has released its most recent inmate roster as of September 8, 2024, highlighting a range of serious charges against individuals currently in custody. The list includes cases involving domestic violence, drug possession, and even second-degree murder. One of the most notable cases is David Allen Corneliusen, 64, who faces a second-degree… Continue reading Roseau County Jail Roster: Recent Arrests Include Assault, Drug Possession, and Domestic Violence Charges 9-8-2024

NWRCC Jail Roster Highlights: Multiple Felony Charges for Assault, Drug Possession, and Sexual Offenses 9-8-2024

The Northwest Regional Corrections Center (NWRCC) in Crookston, MN, has released its latest jail roster, revealing a number of serious felony charges against inmates ranging from drug possession to assault and sexual misconduct. The list contains 113 individuals currently in custody or recently processed. Among the notable arrests: Joshua Paul Adams, 22, is facing felony… Continue reading NWRCC Jail Roster Highlights: Multiple Felony Charges for Assault, Drug Possession, and Sexual Offenses 9-8-2024

Canadian Man Arrested at Minnesota Border Faces Multiple Felony Drug Charges

Canadian Man Arrested at Minnesota Border Faces Multiple Felony Drug Charges

ROSEAU COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Canadian man is facing multiple felony drug charges after being arrested at the Warroad, Minnesota, border crossing. Numa Weva, a resident of Port Elgin, Ontario, was apprehended on August 27th when customs agents discovered a variety of illegal substances in his possession. According to court documents, the substances included… Continue reading Canadian Man Arrested at Minnesota Border Faces Multiple Felony Drug Charges

Jamestown Pair Charged with Drug Trafficking

Jamestown Couple Facing Drug Trafficking Charges JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Jamestown, North Dakota couple is facing drug trafficking charges, after authorities allegedly seized 2-pounds of meth and $20,000 cash.

Drug Sting Operation In Detroit Lakes, MInnesota

Noah Daniel Lawrence

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 Drug Sting Operation In Detroit Lakes, MInnesota

Canadian Man Takes Long Drive To Drug Bust In Roseau County, Minnesota

Canadian Man Arrested at Minnesota Border Faces Multiple Felony Drug Charges

ROSEAU COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Canadian man is facing multiple felony drug charges after being arrested at the Warroad, Minnesota, border crossing. Numa Weva, a resident of Port Elgin, Ontario, was apprehended on August 27th when customs agents discovered a variety of illegal substances in his possession. According to court documents, the substances included… Continue reading Canadian Man Takes Long Drive To Drug Bust In Roseau County, Minnesota

Sex Crime Investigation Uncovers Drug Trafficking Operation in Fargo

Sex Crime Investigation Uncovers Drug Trafficking Operation in Fargo

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – An investigation into a possible sex crime has led to drug trafficking charges against Larry Cook, a resident of Fargo, North Dakota. According to court documents, Fargo police obtained a search warrant for Cook’s apartment on August 22nd, as part of an investigation into allegations that he was involved in sexual… Continue reading Sex Crime Investigation Uncovers Drug Trafficking Operation in Fargo

Fargo Police Uncover Major Drug Operation Amidst Murder Investigation, Suspect Still at Large

Fargo Police Uncover Major Drug Operation Amidst Murder Investigation, Suspect Still at Large

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Fargo Police are intensifying their search for Leo Dartoe, the primary suspect in last Friday’s fatal shooting of Sampson Bleh. As the manhunt continues, authorities have uncovered more than just leads on the murder case. During their investigation, Fargo police arrested a third man, Geettoe Kamara, on a serious drug trafficking… Continue reading Fargo Police Uncover Major Drug Operation Amidst Murder Investigation, Suspect Still at Large

Grand Forks Woman Charged with Drug Trafficking After Traffic Stop Reveals Meth and Mushrooms

Candy Ostlund

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Candy Ostlund, 49, of Grand Forks, is facing drug trafficking charges after a traffic stop on August 23rd uncovered a significant stash of illegal substances. Ostlund was pulled over in Grand Forks for having expired tabs. During the stop, a K9 unit indicated the presence of drugs, leading to the… Continue reading Grand Forks Woman Charged with Drug Trafficking After Traffic Stop Reveals Meth and Mushrooms

Sex Investigation Leads To Drug Trafficking Charge Against Fargo Man

Sex Crime Investigation Uncovers Drug Trafficking Operation in Fargo

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – An investigation into a possible sex crime has led to drug trafficking charges against Larry Cook, a resident of Fargo, North Dakota. According to court documents, Fargo police obtained a search warrant for Cook’s apartment on August 22nd, as part of an investigation into allegations that he was involved in sexual… Continue reading Sex Investigation Leads To Drug Trafficking Charge Against Fargo Man

Minneapolis Drug Trafficker Arrested Near Detroit Lakes: 184 Grams of Meth Seized

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

UPDATE: Drug Bust During Fargo Murder Investigation

Fargo Police Uncover Major Drug Operation Amidst Murder Investigation, Suspect Still at Large

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Fargo Police are intensifying their search for Leo Dartoe, the primary suspect in last Friday’s fatal shooting of Sampson Bleh. As the manhunt continues, authorities have uncovered more than just leads on the murder case. During their investigation, Fargo police arrested a third man, Geettoe Kamara, on a serious drug trafficking… Continue reading UPDATE: Drug Bust During Fargo Murder Investigation

Drug Trafficking Charge In Grand Forks

Candy Ostlund

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Candy Ostlund, 49, of Grand Forks, is facing drug trafficking charges after a traffic stop on August 23rd uncovered a significant stash of illegal substances. Ostlund was pulled over in Grand Forks for having expired tabs. During the stop, a K9 unit indicated the presence of drugs, leading to the… Continue reading Drug Trafficking Charge In Grand Forks

Drug Trafficking Crash Into Grain Cart

North Dakota Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges After Drug-Fueled Crash

PEMBINA COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a shocking turn of events, Trey A. Lafferty from Cavalier, North Dakota, has been charged with drug trafficking and several additional felonies following a late-night crash on August 25th. At approximately 10:03 p.m., Lafferty’s Kia collided with the back of a grain cart being towed by a tractor on… Continue reading Drug Trafficking Crash Into Grain Cart

Law Was Waiting For Suspected Minneapolis Drug Trafficker

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 Law Was Waiting For Suspected Minneapolis Drug Trafficker

Northern Valley Traffic Stop for Seatbelt Violation Results in 6 Felony Drug Charges for 2 Men

Northern Valley Traffic Stop For No Seatbelt Leads To 6 Felony Drug Charges Against 2 Men CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A traffic stop for not using a seatbelt lead to 6 felony drug charges against 2 men.

Grand Forks Man Sentenced to 4 Years for Drug Trafficking in Polk County

Jacob Gabriel Brunelle

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jacob Gabriel Brunelle, 28, of Grand Forks, has been sentenced to 48 months in prison for second-degree sale of a controlled substance in Polk County. The sentence was handed down on Tuesday, August 20, following Brunelle’s guilty plea to the felony, which had been reduced from a first-degree charge earlier… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Sentenced to 4 Years for Drug Trafficking in Polk County

Traffic Stop in Fargo Leads to Major Drug Trafficking Charges

Annette J. Sanderson

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Nicholas D. Berlin and Annette J. Sanderson are facing serious drug trafficking charges following a traffic stop in Fargo on August 15th. According to court documents, the stop led to a search of their vehicle, where officers discovered large amounts of narcotics, a scale, cash, and dangerous weapons. Berlin is now… Continue reading Traffic Stop in Fargo Leads to Major Drug Trafficking Charges

Pair Charged With Drug Trafficking In Fargo

Nicholas D. Berlin

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Nicholas D. Berlin and Annette J. Sanderson are facing serious drug trafficking charges following a traffic stop in Fargo on August 15th. According to court documents, the stop led to a search of their vehicle, where officers discovered large amounts of narcotics, a scale, cash, and dangerous weapons. Berlin is now… Continue reading Pair Charged With Drug Trafficking In Fargo

🚨 Fargo Man Arrested on Multiple Felony Charges Following Drug and Theft Bust 🚨

Michael Moran

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Michael Moran of Fargo is facing several felony charges after a witness reported him engaging in drug activity on August 18th. The incident occurred on the 900 block of 6th Avenue North in Fargo, where a witness saw Moran outside a vehicle allegedly doing drugs. When officers arrived and searched the… Continue reading 🚨 Fargo Man Arrested on Multiple Felony Charges Following Drug and Theft Bust 🚨

Drug Trafficking & Theft Charges In Fargo

Michael Moran

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Michael Moran of Fargo is facing several felony charges after a witness reported him engaging in drug activity on August 18th. The incident occurred on the 900 block of 6th Avenue North in Fargo, where a witness saw Moran outside a vehicle allegedly doing drugs. When officers arrived and searched the… Continue reading Drug Trafficking & Theft Charges In Fargo

Inmate’s Phone Call Leads to Major Drug Bust in Fergus Falls

Terry Al Krog

FERGUS FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Terry Al Krog of Erhard, Minnesota, made a costly mistake while in custody at the Otter Tail County Jail in Fergus Falls. Arrested on August 13th for driving with a canceled license on County Highway 27, Krog later placed a monitored phone call from jail, instructing someone to retrieve a… Continue reading Inmate’s Phone Call Leads to Major Drug Bust in Fergus Falls

Three Drug Overdoses In Fargo Overnight

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Fargo first responders were dispatched to two separate drug overdose incidents overnight, involving a total of three individuals. The first incident occurred late Saturday night, followed by a second, more alarming case early Sunday morning, where two people were found unconscious but still breathing. According to radio traffic, a coworker discovered… Continue reading Three Drug Overdoses In Fargo Overnight

Traffic Stop Leads to Major Drug Bust: Fargo Man Found with Meth and Fentanyl

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A routine traffic stop on I-29 led to a significant drug bust, landing a Fargo man in Grand Forks County custody. On Monday, August 12, a sheriff’s deputy pulled over a black Cadillac for failing to signal a lane change and noticed it lacked proper registration. The driver, 55-year-old Todd… Continue reading Traffic Stop Leads to Major Drug Bust: Fargo Man Found with Meth and Fentanyl

🚨 Moorhead Woman Busted for Drug Trafficking After Alleged Assault Report in Fargo

Koryna Quintero

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Koryna Quintero of Moorhead is now facing serious drug trafficking charges in Fargo. According to court documents, on August 11, Quintero reported being assaulted in her car in the parking lot of Tailgator Bar in Fargo. While she claimed to have been attacked, police found no visible injuries and no one… Continue reading 🚨 Moorhead Woman Busted for Drug Trafficking After Alleged Assault Report in Fargo

Three Arrested in Fargo and Grand Forks on Drug Trafficking Charges After Major Meth and Fentanyl Seizure

Three Arrested in Fargo and Grand Forks on Drug Trafficking Charges After Major Meth and Fentanyl Seizure

FARGO-GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Three individuals are facing serious drug trafficking charges following two separate arrests in Fargo and on Interstate 29 near Grand Forks. On Monday, law enforcement executed a search warrant at 371 Prairiewood Circle South, Apartment 104, in Fargo, leading to the arrest of Eric Brown Jr. of Idaho and Danielle… Continue reading Three Arrested in Fargo and Grand Forks on Drug Trafficking Charges After Major Meth and Fentanyl Seizure

Trio Charged With Drug Trafficking, Arrests In Fargo & Grand Forks

Three Arrested in Fargo and Grand Forks on Drug Trafficking Charges After Major Meth and Fentanyl Seizure

FARGO-GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Three individuals are facing serious drug trafficking charges following two separate arrests in Fargo and on Interstate 29 near Grand Forks. On Monday, law enforcement executed a search warrant at 371 Prairiewood Circle South, Apartment 104, in Fargo, leading to the arrest of Eric Brown Jr. of Idaho and Danielle… Continue reading Trio Charged With Drug Trafficking, Arrests In Fargo & Grand Forks

Grand Forks Man Facing Drug Trafficking Charges After Narcotics Task Force Seizes 15 Pounds of Meth

Nearly 15 Pounds Of Meth Seized In Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In Grand Forks, 60-year-old Walter D. Carlson faces a felony drug trafficking charge. According to court records, on August 12th, the Grand Forks Narcotics Task Force executed a warrant at 4518 Belmont Road. Inside the residence, they discovered Walter D. Carlson along with a significant amount of white crystal-like substance,… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Facing Drug Trafficking Charges After Narcotics Task Force Seizes 15 Pounds of Meth

Grand Forks Man Pleads Guilty to Drug Sales, Faces Up to 25 Years in Prison

Jacob Gabriel Brunelle

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jacob Gabriel Brunelle, 28, of Grand Forks, pleaded guilty on Friday, Aug. 9, to second-degree drug sales in Polk County. Initially charged with conspiracy to commit a first-degree controlled substance sale, Brunelle’s charges were reduced as part of a plea deal. While the crime carries a potential 25-year maximum sentence,… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Pleads Guilty to Drug Sales, Faces Up to 25 Years in Prison

Reported Shooting Incident Linked to Drug Activity

Alleged Gunfire With Drugs Involved SPIRIT LAKE RESERVATION, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A man and woman are facing a long string of criminal charges involving gunfire and drugs on the Spirit Lake Reservation in North Dakota.

FBI Intel Leads to Arrest of Suspected Fargo Drug Dealer

FBI Info Takes Down Suspected Drug Dealer In Fargo FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Information from an FBI agent led to the arrest of a suspected drug dealer in Fargo, North Dakota.

Cass County, MN Duo Arrested on Drug and Stolen Property Charges

Cass County, MN Pair Arrested On Drug & Stolen Property Charges LONGVILLE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A pair were arrested near Longville, Minnesota this weekend on drug and stolen property charges.

Grand Forks Man Sentenced to 30 Months for Drug Charges

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man, Jonathan Alvarez, 38, pleaded guilty to three drug charges on Monday, Aug. 5, and was sentenced to 30 months in prison. The charges include Class A felony possession of at least 50 grams of cocaine with intent to deliver, Class C felony possession of a schedule… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Sentenced to 30 Months for Drug Charges

Drug Kingpin Clinton James Ward Arrested for Trafficking Massive Quantities of Drugs from Mexico to Minnesota

Clinton Ward

MINNEAPOLIS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Clinton James Ward, a key figure in a significant drug trafficking ring, has been arrested and charged with trafficking methamphetamine, cocaine, and fentanyl from Mexico to Minnesota. U.S. Attorney Andrew Luger stated that this indictment disrupts one of the most sophisticated drug trafficking operations his office has ever encountered. Ward, initially… Continue reading Drug Kingpin Clinton James Ward Arrested for Trafficking Massive Quantities of Drugs from Mexico to Minnesota

Mexico To Minnesota Drug Kingpin Taken Down

Drug Kingpin Clinton James Ward Arrested for Trafficking Massive Quantities of Drugs from Mexico to Minnesota

MINNEAPOLIS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Clinton James Ward, a key figure in a significant drug trafficking ring, has been arrested and charged with trafficking methamphetamine, cocaine, and fentanyl from Mexico to Minnesota. U.S. Attorney Andrew Luger stated that this indictment disrupts one of the most sophisticated drug trafficking operations his office has ever encountered. Ward, initially… Continue reading Mexico To Minnesota Drug Kingpin Taken Down

Grand Forks Man Charged with Drug Trafficking in East Grand Forks

Mark Peterson

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – 63-year-old Mark A. Peterson of Grand Forks is facing a drug trafficking charge in East Grand Forks, Minnesota. According to court documents, on August 3rd at 4:47 PM, Peterson was reported for reckless driving and allegedly ran another driver off the road. His vehicle was later found parked on… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Charged with Drug Trafficking in East Grand Forks

GF Man Facing Drug Trafficking Charge In EGF

Grand Forks Man Charged with Drug Trafficking in East Grand Forks

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – 63-year-old Mark A. Peterson of Grand Forks is facing a drug trafficking charge in East Grand Forks, Minnesota. According to court documents, on August 3rd at 4:47 PM, Peterson was reported for reckless driving and allegedly ran another driver off the road. His vehicle was later found parked on… Continue reading GF Man Facing Drug Trafficking Charge In EGF

Duluth Man Sentenced to 49 Months for Drug Crimes in Polk County

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Anthony Allen Ressler, 42, of Duluth, Minnesota, was sentenced to 49 months in prison on August 1, 2024, after pleading guilty to two Polk County drug-related charges. Ressler admitted to felony third-degree controlled substance possession in a prohibited zone and gross misdemeanor third-degree driving while impaired. Several other charges were… Continue reading Duluth Man Sentenced to 49 Months for Drug Crimes in Polk County

Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Drug Charges After Arrest in Polk County

Benjamin John Steinberger

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Benjamin John Steinberger, 49, is facing three drug-related charges after a Polk County deputy found cocaine and methamphetamine inside his motorcycle. Steinberger has been charged with first-degree methamphetamine sales, second-degree cocaine possession, and misdemeanor fourth-degree driving while impaired by a controlled substance. On July 23, Steinberger was pulled over in… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Drug Charges After Arrest in Polk County

Meth Dealer Sentenced to Nine Years After Multiple Drug Sales in Minnesota

Nicolle Renee Berg

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Nicolle Renee Berg, a 41-year-old resident of Fertile, Minnesota, has been sentenced to nine years in prison after pleading guilty to two counts of second-degree sale of a controlled substance. This plea deal led to the dismissal of four additional charges, including first-degree sale of a controlled substance, two counts… Continue reading Meth Dealer Sentenced to Nine Years After Multiple Drug Sales in Minnesota

Fargo Suspect in Wrong-Way Driving and Drug Trafficking Stopped in Grand Forks

Alleged Wrong Way, Fargo Drug Trafficker Pulled Over By Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Fargo woman is facing drug trafficking charges in Grand Forks County, after being pulled over going the wrong way on Interstate-29.

Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Drug Charges in Polk County

Ruben Silva

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Ruben Silva, 32, from Grand Forks, waived his omnibus hearing on Thursday, August 1, and pleaded not guilty to felony second-degree sale of a controlled substance in a Polk County prohibited zone. Silva faces a potential maximum sentence of 25 years, although state sentencing guidelines suggest a range of four… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Drug Charges in Polk County

Woman Involved in Major GF Drug Bust Faces Additional Charges in Jail

Woman Tagged In Major GF Drug Bust Facing More Charges In Jail GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A woman who was arrested with 2 other men in a major Grand Forks drug bust this week is now facing more charges in jail.

Fargo Resident Charged with Drug Trafficking, Firearm Offenses, and Additional Crimes

Fargo Man Facing Drug Trafficking, Firearm Charges & More FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Fargo man is facing drug trafficking charges and more, following a March 7, 2023 search warrant executed by the Cass County Drug Task Force.

Guilty Pleas In Major Drug Bust In Brainerd, Minnesota

Breaking News: Brainerd Man Admits to Distributing Thousands of Fentanyl Pills

BRAINERD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a significant legal development, 28-year-old Dazaughn Ellis West of Brainerd has pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute thousands of fentanyl pills. The plea was announced by U.S. Attorney Andrew M. Luger on August 1, 2024, as part of an extensive federal drug investigation led by the Lakes Area… Continue reading Guilty Pleas In Major Drug Bust In Brainerd, Minnesota

💼 Minnesota Woman Sentenced to 23 Years for Major Drug and Theft Operation

Brooke Reed Edwards

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Brooke Reed Edwards, a 30-year-old woman from St. Paul, Minnesota, was sentenced on July 30 to 20 years in prison, with 10 years suspended, for drug-related offenses, plus an additional three years for theft. Her sentence comes after pleading guilty to 13 felony charges spanning three separate cases in Grand… Continue reading 💼 Minnesota Woman Sentenced to 23 Years for Major Drug and Theft Operation

🚔 Belcourt Man Sentenced for Drug Crimes in Grand Forks County

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Tyler Gregory Thomas, a 24-year-old from Belcourt, North Dakota, pleaded guilty to three felony drug charges in Grand Forks County on July 29. The charges included Class A felony possession of at least 50 grams of methamphetamine with intent to deliver, Class B felony conspiracy to deliver fentanyl, and Class… Continue reading 🚔 Belcourt Man Sentenced for Drug Crimes in Grand Forks County

Local Drug Overdoses Persist Amidst UND’s New Grant to Combat the Issue

Local Drug Overdoses Continue As UND Gets Grant To Fight The Problem GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Drug overdoses continue around our region as UND receives a major grant to combat the problem.

Woman Arrested on Drug Charges Following Facebook Messenger Encounter with Informant

Woman Facing Drug Charge After Meeting Informant On Facebook Messenger TWIN VALLEY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Twin Valley is facing a felony drug charge after allegedly selling to an informant she met on facebook messenger.

Thief River Falls Resident Arrested in Grand Forks on Felony Drug Charge

Thief River Falls Man Arrested In Grand Forks On Felony Drug Charge GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Thief River Falls man is facing a felony drug charge in Grand Forks.

Thief River Falls Resident Confronts New Drug Accusation

Thief River Falls Man Facing Another Drug Charge THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Thief River Falls man is facing another drug charge, after allegedly being found passed out in a vehicle.

Thief River Falls Resident Charged with Drug Trafficking in East Grand Forks

Thief River Falls Man Facing Drug Trafficking Charge In East Grand Forks EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Thief River Falls man is facing a drug trafficking charge in East Grand Forks.

Drug Bust Last Friday Targeted Apartment Where Woman Died in Thief River Falls

Thief River Falls Apartment Where Woman Died Was Target Of Drug Bust Last Friday THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The apartment in Thief River Falls, Minnesota where a woman’s body was recovered from a possible arson fire Wednesday night was also the target of a drug bust last Friday.

Grand Forks Resident Faces Charges in Roseau County Drug Bust

Grand Forks Man Charged In Roseau County Drug Sting ROSEAU COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing a drug trafficking charge, following a drug sting in Roseau County, Minnesota last September.

Report of Driver Unconscious at the Wheel Results in Drug Trafficking Charges

Report Of Passed Out Behind Wheel Leads To Drug Trafficking Charge FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Fargo man is facing a drug trafficking charge, after he was reported being passed out behind the wheel.

Grafton Man Facing Multiple Charges After High-Speed Pursuit

Justin Peterson

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Justin Marcel Peterson, 39, from Grafton, is scheduled to stand trial starting August 6 on several serious charges stemming from a March incident involving a high-speed chase and drug-related offenses. Peterson faces a Class A felony charge for possession of at least 50 grams of methamphetamine with intent to manufacture… Continue reading Grafton Man Facing Multiple Charges After High-Speed Pursuit

Toddler Found with Suspected Drug Traffickers En Route to Grand Forks

Toddler Accompanied Alleged Drug Traffickers Traveling To Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Two alleged drug traffickers from the Twin Cities area were arrested in Grand Forks County today in possession of 2,500 Fentanyl pills. One of the suspect brought her toddler along for the ride.

Two Arrested in Drug Investigation in Thief River Falls

Pair Charged In Thief River Falls Drug Investigation THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A man and woman are facing criminal charges following an investigation by Thief River Falls Police and the Pine to Prairie Drug Task Force.

Man from Roseau Now Facing Charges from September Drug Sting Operation

Roseau Man Now Charged In September Drug Sting Operation ROSEAU, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Roseau, Minnesota man has now been charged in a drug sting operation in September.

Felon Faces Federal Charges After Alleged Firearm Possession and Drug Bust

Raymond L. Graham Jr.

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Raymond Lee Graham Jr., 36, is facing federal charges after an arrest in Grand Forks County revealed a trove of drugs and an alleged firearm. Initially charged with multiple crimes, Graham fled from police during a traffic stop, leading to the discovery of 1.2 pounds of marijuana, methamphetamine-coated marijuana, empty… Continue reading Felon Faces Federal Charges After Alleged Firearm Possession and Drug Bust

Three East Grand Forks Men Charged with Drug Trafficking

Trio Of East Grand Forks Men Facing Drug Trafficking Charges EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A trio of men from East Grand Forks are facing charges related to the sale and possession of heroin and meth.

Alleged Shoplifting Incident at GF Walmart Results in Felony Drug Charge

Alleged Theft Leads To Felony Drug Charge At GF Walmart GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing a felony drug charge, after being detained for an alleged theft at a Grand Forks Walmart.

Two Oklee Men Charged in Thief River Falls Drug Bust

Zachariah Howard

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On Wednesday, Rodney Arlan Smith (57) and Zachariah Howard (21) were arrested in the Knight Avenue parking lot in Thief River Falls. Smith faces charges of Controlled Substance Crime in the First Degree – Sale, while Howard is charged with Aiding and Abetting Controlled Substance Crime in the First… Continue reading Two Oklee Men Charged in Thief River Falls Drug Bust

Drug Trafficking Charge In Moorhead

Fargo Man Charged in Major Fentanyl Bust in Moorhead

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Manuel M. Reyes of Fargo is facing serious drug trafficking charges in Moorhead, Minnesota. On July 18th, Reyes was a vehicle passenger stopped for lack of license plates. A subsequent search revealed 80 suspected M30 fentanyl pills. Reyes, who has a previous drug conviction, now faces felony charges for the first-degree… Continue reading Drug Trafficking Charge In Moorhead

Minneapolis Man Sentenced for Drug Charges After High-Speed Chase

Stash Jay Hanks

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Stash Jay Hanks Jr., 31, of Minneapolis, has been sentenced by Becker County District Court on a felony third-degree drug charge, with a gross misdemeanor charge of giving a false name to a peace officer dropped in a plea agreement. The incident occurred around 4:30 a.m. on September 23, 2023,… Continue reading Minneapolis Man Sentenced for Drug Charges After High-Speed Chase

Investigation of Postal Shipments Results in Drug Charges

Investigation Of Post Office Shipment Leads To Drug Charges GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) An investigation of package in delivered to the East Grand Forks Post Office led to drug charges against a Grand Forks man.

Grand Forks Man Faces Major Drug and Firearm Charges, Pleads Not Guilty

Nolli Hedira Neal Jr.

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – On July 19, 2024, Nolli Hedira Neal Jr., 33, from Grand Forks, waived his preliminary hearing and entered a not guilty plea to seven serious felony charges involving drug and firearm possession. Neal is charged with two Class A felonies: the delivery of at least 50 grams of methamphetamine and… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Major Drug and Firearm Charges, Pleads Not Guilty

Woman from Devils Lake Facing Felony Drug Charges in East Grand Forks

Devils Lake Woman Facing Felony Drug Charge In East Grand Forks EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Devils Lake woman is facing a felony drug charge in East Grand Forks, following a traffic stop,.

Roseau Resident Confronts Allegations of Violence and Drug Trafficking

Roseau Man Facing Threats Of Violence & Drug Trafficking Charges ROSEAU, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Roseau, Minnesota man is facing drug trafficking and threats of violence charges.

Fargo Duo Arrested for Robbing Confidential Informant During Drug Sting

Tabitha Standsontop

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a twist on a planned drug sting, a confidential informant was robbed in Fargo. Cameron Townson and Tabitha Standsontop, both from Fargo, are facing charges after the incident on July 12. According to court documents, the informant met Townson and Standsontop in the West Acres parking lot with $2,000 intended… Continue reading Fargo Duo Arrested for Robbing Confidential Informant During Drug Sting

Confidential Informant Robbed In Fargo Drug Sting!

Confidential Informant Robbed In Fargo Drug Sting!

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a twist on a planned drug sting, a confidential informant was robbed in Fargo. Cameron Townson and Tabitha Standsontop, both from Fargo, are facing charges after the incident on July 12. According to court documents, the informant met Townson and Standsontop in the West Acres parking lot with $2,000 intended… Continue reading Confidential Informant Robbed In Fargo Drug Sting!

Grand Forks Woman Arrested on Drug Charges in Parking Lot

Grand Forks Woman Busted in Parking Lot on Drug Charges GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks woman is facing multiple charges after being busted in a parking lot by undercover agents.

EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: Crookston Resident Confronted with Firearm and Drug Allegations

EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: Crookston Man Facing Firearm & Drug Charges CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Crookston man is facing firearm and drug charges, after a bullet went through the wall of a home and blew out the tire on a nearby trailer.

Devils Lake Couple Accused of Drug Trafficking Involving Infant

Devils Lake Pair Facing Drug Trafficking Charge Involving Baby DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A man and woman from Devils Lake are facing a drug trafficking charge involving a baby.

UPDATE: Potential Shootout Involving Drug Dealers in Naytahwaush

UPDATE: Possible Shoot Out Between Drug Dealers In Naytahwaush NAYTAHWAUSH, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Officers from surround counties were called to a report of shots fired at Naytahwaush, Minnesota Thursday night.

Appeals Court Overturns Major Conviction in High-Profile Drug Ring Case

Darius Sledge

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

Detroit Residents Face Charges 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.

Shevlin Man Charged with Drug Trafficking After Dropping Cocaine Bag in Bemidji Walmart

Gabriel Newland-Stiller

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Gabriel Newland-Stiller, a 22-year-old from Shevlin, Minnesota, faces serious drug trafficking charges after allegedly dropping a bag of cocaine in a Bemidji Walmart. On July 19th, police responded to the store when an employee discovered a bag containing a white powder. Authorities confirmed the bag held 20 grams of cocaine. Surveillance… Continue reading Shevlin Man Charged with Drug Trafficking After Dropping Cocaine Bag in Bemidji Walmart

Thief River Falls Man Arrested in Connection with Drug Overdose Death of 20-Year-Old Woman

Thief River Falls Man Jailed In Connection To Drug Overdose Death Of 20-Year Old Female PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Thief River Falls, Minnesota man is in custody, pending formal charges in connection to the drug overdose death of a 20-year old female in St. Hilaire Thursday night.

Grand Forks Woman Faces Drug Trafficking and Other Charges

Brianna Lynn Thomas

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A 20-year-old Grand Forks woman, Brianna Lynn Thomas, is facing serious drug trafficking charges following a traffic stop on July 19th. Incident Details Thomas was a passenger in a vehicle pulled over by police. During the stop, officers detected the smell of marijuana, prompting a search of the vehicle. During… Continue reading Grand Forks Woman Faces Drug Trafficking and Other Charges

Drug Trafficking Charge & More

Brianna Lynn Thomas

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A 20-year-old Grand Forks woman, Brianna Lynn Thomas, is facing serious drug trafficking charges following a traffic stop on July 19th. Incident Details Thomas was a passenger in a vehicle pulled over by police. During the stop, officers detected the smell of marijuana, prompting a search of the vehicle. During… Continue reading Drug Trafficking Charge & More

CAUTION: Rising Drug Overdose Fatalities Near Devils Lake

WARNING: Drug Overdose Deaths Around Devils Lake DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Devils Lake Police have issued a warning about pills that may be laced with Fentanyl and causing overdose deaths.

Undercover Operation Leads to Unconventional Drug Trafficking Arrest in Grand Forks

Sting Operation Lands Unusual Drug Trafficking Charge In Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks, North Dakota man is facing an unusual drug trafficking charge. He allegedly sold a confidential informant fake meth in a sting operation.

Three Individuals Arrested on Suspicion of Drug Trafficking Between Fargo and Devils Lake

Trio Charged As Suspected Drug Traffickers From Fargo To Devils Lake DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A trio from the Devils Lake, North Dakota are facing a drug trafficking charge. Officials say they’re suspected of trafficking Fentanyl from Fargo to Devils Lake.

Standoff with Apparent Drug Trafficker Continues in Grand Forks at 9:30 PM

Collin Wade Posey

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – At 9:30 PM on Monday, a tense standoff involving Collin Posey, a suspected drug trafficker, continued in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Posey wanted for allegedly distributing methamphetamine from Minneapolis to the Spirit Lake reservation, had taken refuge in an apartment at 12th Avenue North and 20th Street. Timeline of Events:… Continue reading Standoff with Apparent Drug Trafficker Continues in Grand Forks at 9:30 PM

DRUG TRAFFICKING ARREST: Suspect Claims, “Delivering It to a Friend…”

DRUG TRAFFICKING CHARGE: Told Officer “Bringing It To A Friend…” GRAND FORKS COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) An Argyle, Minnesota woman is facing a drug trafficking charge in Grand Forks County, North Dakota, following a traffic stopl.

Facebook-Tracked Drug Sale Results in Charges Against Roseau Woman

Drug Sale Tracked On Facebook Leads To Charges Against Roseau Woman WILLIAMS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Roseau, Minnesota woman is facing serious charges, following a drug sting operation in Williams.

Minneapolis Drug Suspects Arm Themselves with Heavy Firepower

Minneapolis Drug Suspects Get Some Serious Fire Power HENNIPIN COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The Hennepin County Sheriff says they arrested some drug suspects with some serious fire power, a rocket propelled grenade.

EXCLUSIVE: High-Profile North Dakota Drug Dealer Faces Intense Arrest

EXCLUSIVE: Intense Arrest Of High Profile, Alleged N.E. North Dakota Drug Dealer FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Officers from multiple agencies arrested a high profile, alleged drug dealer from northeast North Dakota in Fargo this week. The suspect fled before, he tried again.

Charges Filed in Bemidji Drug Overdose Death

Murder Charge In Bemidji Drug Overdose Death BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Bemidji, Minnesota man is facing a 3rd Degree Murder charge in connection to the death of his girlfriend last April from Fentanyl. Jeffrey Needham was charged in Beltrami County Court this week.

Crookston Man Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy to Commit Drug Crime

Miguel Arturo Jasso

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Crookston man pleaded guilty on Friday, July 12, to conspiracy to commit a first-degree controlled substance crime. Miguel Arturo Jasso, 25, offered an Alford plea, meaning he maintains his innocence but acknowledges that there is enough evidence to support a conviction. The crime carries a maximum sentence of 30… Continue reading Crookston Man Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy to Commit Drug Crime

Clay County, MN: Bizarre Drug Bust Uncovers Vehicle Coated in Meth

Unusual Drug Trafficking Bust In Clay County, MN, Inside Of Vehicle Covered With Meth CLAY COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A man and woman from Moorhead, Minnesota are facing a drug trafficking charge in a very unusual arrest on Interstate-94. Authorities say the interior of their vehicle was covered in meth.

EXCLUSIVE: Video Footage Reveals Major Drug Bust in Grand Forks

EXCLUSIVE: Significant Grand Forks Drug Bust Captured On Video GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Two men have been charged and a third man is expected to be charged soon in a significant drug bust in Grand Forks. And it was captured on video.

East Grand Forks Drug Raids Lead to 14 Felony Charges for Three Men

East Grand Forks Drug Busts Nets 14 Felony Charges Against 3 Men EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Three men have been arrested in East Grand Forks in stings involving Police and Task Force Agents.

Authorities Seize One Pound of Meth in Polk County, Minnesota Drug Bust

DRUG TRAFFICKING: One Pound Of Meth Seized In Polk County, Minnesota FERTILE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Authorities seized one pound of meth during a traffic stop in Fertile, Minnesota, following an investigation that started at the County Jail.

Trio Charged in East Grand Forks Drug Bust

Three Facing Charges In East Grand Forks Drug Bust EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Three people are facing felony charges, following a surveillance operation in East Grand Forks Monday.

Arrest Made in Connection to Series of Drug Overdoses and Deaths in Northwest Minnesota

Suspect Arrested In Connection To Outbreak Of Drug Overdoses & Deaths In Northwest Minnesota BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Bemidji, Minnesota woman has been arrested in connection to an outbreak of drug overdoses and deaths in Northwest Minnesota.

EXCLUSIVE: Northern Valley Rocked by Murder and Drug Trafficking Allegations

EXCLUSIVE: Murder & Drug Trafficking Charges In The Northern Valley CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Two Crookston, Minnesota men are now facing a charge of 1st Degree Conspiracy to Commit Murder, along with numerous drug trafficking charges. The presumed murdered man has not been found.

Pair Charged in Connection to Drug Overdoses in Northwest Minnesota

EXCLUSIVE: Pair Charged In Connection To Northwest Minnesota Drug Overdoses BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A man and woman in Bemidji, Minnesota have been charged in connection to a string of drug overdoses. Agents seized 150 grams of fentanyl during the arrests of Timothy Roy and Ashley Lajeuness.

Thief River Falls Drug Overdose Leads to Murder Charge

Murder Charge In Thief River Falls Drug Overdose Death THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Thief River Falls, Minnesota man has been charged with 3rd Degree Murder for allegedly selling Fentanyl to a woman that caused her death.

Exclusive: Two Individuals Charged with Murder in Drug Overdose Death of Bemidji Child

EXCLUSIVE: 2 Charged With Murder In Bemidji Child's Drug Overdose Death BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Two people have now been charged with 3rd Degree Murder for allegedly supplying the Fentanyl in Bemidji that led to the death of a one and a half year old child. The child’s mother is already serving prison time.

🚨 Major Drug Trafficking Ring Uncovered: Fidel Arenas-Torres Faces New Charges

Fidel Arenas-Torres

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Fidel Arenas-Torres was set for release from federal custody and deportation to Mexico on July 17, following his January 2023 arrest at the Sky Dancer Resort in Belcourt, North Dakota, for being in the U.S. illegally. However, a new federal indictment has changed his fate. Last month, an indictment was unsealed,… Continue reading 🚨 Major Drug Trafficking Ring Uncovered: Fidel Arenas-Torres Faces New Charges

Major Drug Trafficking Bust Involves Residents of Red Lake, Redby, and Bemidji

Major Drug Trafficking Bust Includes Residents Of Red Lake, Redby & Bemidji RED LAKE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco & Firearms has announced a major, Northern Minnesota drug trafficking bust.

EXCLUSIVE: Mother and Son Charged with Drug Offenses in East Grand Forks

EXCLUSIVE: Mother & Son Facing Drug Charges In East Grand Forks EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A mother and son from East Grand Forks, Minnesota are both facing charges connected to meth.

Lake Park Man Sentenced on Gun and Drug Charges

Nicholas George Savig

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

Three More Arrested in Connection to Drug Overdoses and Five Deaths in Bemidji Area

DRUG OVERDOSES: 3 More Arrested In Connection To Overdoses & 5 Deaths in Bemidji Area BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Three more people have been arrested in connection to 16 overdoses and 5 deaths in the Bemidji area.

Grand Forks Shoplifting Incident Escalates to Felony Drug Charge

Grand Forks Shoplifting Call Turned Into Felony Drug Charge GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A police response to a shoplifting call lead to a felony drug charge in Grand Forks this week.

Three Individuals in Grand Forks Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges

Grand Forks Trio Facing Drug Trafficking Charges GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A trio of Grand Forks residents are facing drug trafficking charges in different cases.

GPS Leads Alleged Canadian Drug Dealer to Warroad Authorities

G.P.S. Drives Alleged Canadian Drug Dealer To Law Enforcement by Warroad WARROAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) An alleged, Canadian drug dealer followed his vehicle’s GPS right into the hands of Homeland Security near Warraod, Minnesota.

UPDATE: Grand Forks Drug Bust Unveils New Information

UPDATE: Details Surrounding Grand Forks Drug Bust GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have more details surrounding the arrest of 8 people in Grand Forks on heroin charges, and whether more arrests are on the way.

Moorhead Woman Charged with Serious Drug Trafficking Offenses

Moorhead Woman Facing Major Drug Trafficking Charges MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Moorhead, Minnesota woman is facing major drug trafficking charges, following the execution of a search warrant at her Moorhead apartment.

Significant Drug Trafficking Allegations Surface in Bemidji, Minnesota

Major Drug Trafficking Charges In Bemidji, Minnesota BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A man and woman are facing major drug trafficking charges in Bemidji, Minnesota, after being pulled over on a traffic stop this week.

Operation Sting Targets Major Drug Trafficking Activities in Grand Forks

Major Drug Trafficking Sting In Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Two people are facing felony charges in a drug trafficking sting in Grand Forks

East Grand Forks Pair Charged with Drug Offenses

East Grand Forks Couple Facing Drug Charges EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) An East Grand Forks couple is facing criminal drug charges. *All crime reporting is based on official court records.

BREAKING VIDEO UPDATE: Second Individual Sentenced in 2021 Polk County Drug Overdose Case

EXCLUSIVE VIDEO UPDATE: Second Man Now Sentenced In 2021 Polk County Drug Overdose Case POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A second man charged with 3rd Degree Murder in the 2021 drug overdose of Katie Flick in Polk County, Minnesota was sentenced today.

Grand Forks Duo Charged with Drug Trafficking

Grand Forks Pair Facing Drug Trafficking Charges GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A man and woman from Grand Forks are facing drug trafficking charges. Adam and Amanda Delvo’s residence was searched in March. They’re now charged.

Three Individuals Arrested in Grafton Drug Probe

3 Arrested In Grafton Drug Investigation GRAFTON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Three men were arrested in Grafton, North Dakota this week, following an investigation by the Grand Forks Narcotics Task Force.

Unusual Behavior and Recurring Drug Offenses: A Constant Challenge for Police

Strange Behavior, Another Drug Charge, Police Dealing With It All The Time GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have another story of a drug arrest. This time in Grand Forks. To give you an idea of the strange behavior police across the region deal with everyday, we read through the criminal complaint.

Three-Year Investigation Reveals Hundreds of Drug Packages Shipped to Moorhead, MN

3 YEAR INVESTIGATION: Hundreds Of Packages Of Drugs Shipped To Moorhead, MN MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A native of South Korea is facing a dozen felony drug charges. His girlfriend has already been convicted in the case. Joo Hong allegedly setup many of his shipments out of Oakland, California.

Lawsuit Filed Against Mexican Drug Cartel for Murder of North Dakota Family

Lawsuit Filed Against Mexican Drug Cartel For Murder Of North Dakota Family FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A lawsuit has been filed against the Juarez Cartel in U.S. Federal Court in connection to the murder of a North Dakota family in Mexico, last November.

Two Men from Grand Forks Charged with Drug Trafficking

Two Grand Forks Men Facing Drug Trafficking Charges GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Two Grand Forks men are facing drug trafficking charges, following investigations by the Grand Forks Narcotics Task Force.

Suspect(s) Allegedly Investigated Drug Trafficking

Suspect(s) Apparently Studied Drug Trafficking MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Two men are facing criminal charges, following an investigation in Moorhead, Minnesota that included the seizure of drugs and books on how to traffic them.

Major Drug Trafficking Arrest in Fargo: Task Force Traces Suspect from Phoenix

Major Drug Trafficking Charge In Fargo, Task Force Tracks Suspect From Phoenix FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Tito Boamie is facing a major drug trafficking charge in Fargo, after the Cass County Drug Task Force tracked him on a bus from Phoenix, and was waiting for him as he stepped off it.

$21,000 Cash and 212 Grams of Meth Confiscated in Bemidji Drug Bust

$21,000 Cash & 212 Grams Meth Seized In Bemidji Drug Sting BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Bemidji restaurant worker is facing a major drug trafficking charge, after agents seized $21,000 and 212 grams of meth from Brian Stebe.

UPDATE: Thursday Night Drug Raid in St. Thomas, North Dakota

UPDATE: Thursday Night Drug Bust In St. Thomas, North Dakota ST. THOMAS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding a large police presence in St. Thomas, North Dakota Thursday evening. The Pembina County Sheriff’s Department says 3 people were arrested on drug related charges.

Deputy charged with drug use in connection to double-fatal pursuit in Fergus Falls

Deputy Involved In Fergus Falls, Double-Fatal Pursuit Charged With Drug Use FERGUS FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) An Otter Tail County Deputy involved in an October 2, 2020 pursuit of a suspect, who crashed into a vehicle killing a Fergus Falls, Minnesota couple has now been charged with drug use during the pursuit. Kelly Backman has been… Continue reading Deputy charged with drug use in connection to double-fatal pursuit in Fergus Falls

EXCLUSIVE: Red Lake Detention Center Staff Member Charged with Serious Drug Offense

EXCLUSIVE: Red Lake Detention Center Employee Facing Major Drug Charge MORRISON COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) An employee of the Red Lake Detention Center in Red Lake, Minnesota is facing a major drug charge, along with another man. Holly English and Bruces Sayers Jr. are each chaged with possession of 63 grams of cocaine. Sayers is also… Continue reading EXCLUSIVE: Red Lake Detention Center Staff Member Charged with Serious Drug Offense

UPDATE: Drug Bust — Suspect Confesses: “I Just Sell Them”

UPDATE: Drug Bust, “…I Just Sell Them” GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding a Thursday afternoon arrest in Grand Forks. A man and woman are now facing drug trafficking charges.

Significant Drug Trafficking Operation Uncovered in Moorhead, Minnesota

Major Drug Trafficking Conspiracy Bust In Moorhead, Minnesota MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Four people have been charged and 12 pounds of meth have been seized in a major, drug trafficking conspiracy bust in Moorhead, Minnesota.

Three Individuals Charged with Drug Trafficking in Devils Lake, ND

Trio Facing Drug Trafficking Charge In Devils Lake, ND DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Two women and a man are all facing a charge of Conspiracy to Deliver Fentanyl.

Bizarre Drug Bust in Fargo Involving Residents from Northern Valley

Strange Fargo Drug Bust Involving Northern Valley Residents FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Fargo Police responded to what turned out to be a strange drug bust, involving residents from the Northern Valley.

New Developments Unveiled in Significant Drug Trafficking Case in North Dakota

UPDATE: New Developments In Major North Dakota Drug Trafficking Case GRIGGS COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have new developments in a major North Dakota drug trafficking case that brought thousands of fentanyl laced pills into the State. A second suspect in the case was arrested Monday.

BREAKING: Second Suspect Identified in Major North Dakota Drug Trafficking Conspiracy

EXCLUSIVE: 2nd Suspect In Major ND Drug Trafficking Conspiracy HANNAFORD, ND (trfnews.i234.me) An arrest warrant has been issued for a second suspect in a drug trafficking conspiracy that brought thousands of fentanyl pills into North Dakota. A Hannaford woman is now wanted. A California man was arrested earlier in Mandan,

Family Involved in Major Drug Crime Case in Moorhead, Minnesota

FAMILY AFFAIR: Major Drug Crime Case In Moorhead, Minnesota MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) First court appearances today for 3 family members, all charged in a major drug crimes case.

EXCLUSIVE: GF Task Force Busts Four Suspected Drug Dealers, Seizes Large Cache of Cash and Meth

EXCLUSIVE: GF Task Force Takes Down 4 Suspected Drug Dealers & Confiscates Major Pile Of Cash & Meth GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update on raids at 2 residences in Grand Forks County on Monday. Four suspected dealers are facing charges and agents confiscated a major amount of cash and drugs.

CAUTION: Explicit Content Involving Drug Use, Kinky Encounters, and Assault

WARNING, GRAPHIC DRUG USE: Kinky Sex, Drugs & Assault POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We now have details behind a bizarre tip TRF News received on February 23, 2021. An Oklee, Minnesota man is now facing a string of criminal charges.

🚨 Grand Forks Man Charged with Drug Trafficking After Sting Operation

Blayne E. Saiger

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Blayne E. Saiger, a 38-year-old resident of Grand Forks, is facing a felony drug trafficking charge following a sting operation by the Narcotics Task Force. According to court documents, a confidential informant for the Grand Forks Narcotics Task Force purchased 88 grams of methamphetamine from Saiger. He has been charged… Continue reading 🚨 Grand Forks Man Charged with Drug Trafficking After Sting Operation

STING OPERATION: Drug Trafficking Charge In Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Blayne E. Saiger, a 38-year-old resident of Grand Forks, is facing a felony drug trafficking charge following a sting operation by the Narcotics Task Force. According to court documents, a confidential informant for the Grand Forks Narcotics Task Force purchased 88 grams of methamphetamine from Saiger. He has been charged… Continue reading STING OPERATION: Drug Trafficking Charge In Grand Forks

Lake Park Man Faces Felony Drug Charges After Traffic Stop

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Shane Kyle Harris, 31, of Lake Park, was charged in Becker County District Court with felony fifth-degree drug possession and misdemeanor driving after his license was suspended. According to court records, on the afternoon of October 15, 2023, Harris was pulled over on Highway 10 for driving with a suspended… Continue reading Lake Park Man Faces Felony Drug Charges After Traffic Stop

Rhode Island Drug Kingpin Loses Appeal but Keeps Lengthy Sentence

Steven Barros Pinto

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Rhode Island man, Steven Barros Pinto, convicted of manufacturing tens of thousands of fentanyl pills for an international drug ring, will have one less charge on his record after an appeals court ruled he faced double jeopardy. However, his sentence is unlikely to change. The Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals… Continue reading Rhode Island Drug Kingpin Loses Appeal but Keeps Lengthy Sentence

Fergus Falls Man Sentenced to Over 6 Years for Role in Fatal Overdose

Frankie Reed III

FERGUS FALLS, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fergus Falls man has been sentenced to more than six years in prison after pleading guilty to 3rd Degree Murder. 23-year-old Frankie Reed III admitted to selling M30 pills to Matthew Millsop, who died of an overdose in March 2023 at a transitional housing facility. Reed confessed that he had… Continue reading Fergus Falls Man Sentenced to Over 6 Years for Role in Fatal Overdose

Major Drug Bust on I-94: 1,000 Fentanyl Pills and Cocaine Seized Near Barnesville

Antonio Johnson

BARNESVILLE, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – In a significant drug bust on Tuesday, authorities seized approximately 1,000 fentanyl pills and 13 grams of cocaine during a traffic stop on I-94 near Barnesville. The drugs, destined for the Fargo-Moorhead area, have an estimated street value of about $10,000, according to Moorhead police. Antonio Johnson, a 33-year-old from Rochester,… Continue reading Major Drug Bust on I-94: 1,000 Fentanyl Pills and Cocaine Seized Near Barnesville

Warren Man Sentenced to 86 Months for Major Drug Crime in Polk County

Conner Douglas Anderson

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Warren, Minnesota man, Conner Douglas Anderson, 31, was sentenced on Tuesday, July 2, to 86 months in prison for committing a first-degree aggravated controlled substance crime in Polk County. Anderson sold three ounces of methamphetamine to an undercover deputy in May 2023, according to a probable cause statement filed in… Continue reading Warren Man Sentenced to 86 Months for Major Drug Crime in Polk County

Fargo Man Faces Multiple Charges for Theft and Drug Possession in Moorhead

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fargo man, 45-year-old Michael D. Carrington, is facing several criminal charges related to thefts from a Moorhead storage facility. According to court documents, on June 26th, police were dispatched following reports of two stolen vehicles. One of the vehicles was tracked to Carrington. Upon his arrest, police discovered 47 suspected… Continue reading Fargo Man Faces Multiple Charges for Theft and Drug Possession in Moorhead

New Laws Proposed to Combat Drug Trafficking on Social Media

WASHINGTON D.C. (trfnews.i234.me) – In a significant move to tackle drug trafficking on social media, Minnesota Congresswoman Angie Craig plans to introduce a new bill in the US House of Representatives. This measure aims to prevent the illegal sale of drugs on platforms like Snapchat, where many young people are exposed to dangerous substances. Senator… Continue reading New Laws Proposed to Combat Drug Trafficking on Social Media

Moorhead Woman Charged with Drug Trafficking in Fargo

Lydia Ida-Jean Mallick

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Lydia Ida-Jean Mallick of Moorhead is facing serious drug trafficking charges in Fargo. According to court documents, in May, DEA agents found Mallick selling M30 fentanyl pills from her vehicle. This week, she was under surveillance by the Cass County Drug Task Force. Mallick was observed making a trip to Minneapolis… Continue reading Moorhead Woman Charged with Drug Trafficking in Fargo

🚨 Grand Forks Woman Faces Major Drug Trafficking Charges in East Grand Forks 🚨

Arleasher Brewer

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 41-year-old Grand Forks resident, Arleasher Brewer, is facing serious drug trafficking charges in East Grand Forks, Minnesota. According to court documents, the charges arose from an investigation conducted earlier this month. Brewer is accused of selling 10 grams or more of methamphetamine and selling meth within a park… Continue reading 🚨 Grand Forks Woman Faces Major Drug Trafficking Charges in East Grand Forks 🚨

Moorhead Woman Charged with Fleeing on Mini Bike and Drug Possession

Nina Foss

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 41-year-old woman, Nina Foss of Moorhead, is facing multiple felony charges. According to court documents, on June 21st at 11:45 p.m., an officer attempted to pull Foss over while she was driving a minibike with no tail light. Instead of stopping, she continued to slowly drive away for several blocks… Continue reading Moorhead Woman Charged with Fleeing on Mini Bike and Drug Possession

TRF Man Charged with Drug Possession While Out on Bail for Murder

Isaac Victor Kalinoski

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Thief River Falls man has been charged in Pennington County District Court with possessing methamphetamine and fentanyl while out on bail for a felony murder charge. Isaac Victor Kalinoski, 34, faces two felony counts of fifth-degree controlled substance crime, along with misdemeanor offenses of obstructing the legal process… Continue reading TRF Man Charged with Drug Possession While Out on Bail for Murder

Grand Forks Man Faces Drug Trafficking Charges After Major Seizure

Blayne Evan Saiger

GRAND FORKS ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Blayne Evan Saiger is facing serious drug trafficking charges in Grand Forks. According to court documents, on June 21st, the Grand Forks Narcotics Task Force executed search warrants at two businesses where Blayne Evan Saiger had allegedly stored drugs without the knowledge of the business owners. The search resulted in… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Drug Trafficking Charges After Major Seizure

Bemidji Man Sentenced to 6.5 Years for Supplying Fatal Dose of Fentanyl

Jeffrey Needham

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jeffrey Needham of Bemidji, Minnesota, has been sentenced to 6.5 years in prison after pleading guilty to third-degree murder for distributing a controlled substance that led to a woman’s death in April 2023. According to court documents, on April 26 at 3:00 a.m., Bemidji police responded to 2520 Itasca Loop Northwest,… Continue reading Bemidji Man Sentenced to 6.5 Years for Supplying Fatal Dose of Fentanyl

Syringe Litter Plagues Bemidji Homeless Encampment as Warm Weather Arrives

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – As the weather warms in Bemidji, Minnesota, an annual homeless encampment has once again formed near the old Federal Building, just down the street from the police station. This encampment has brought a troubling sight: dozens of used drug syringes littering the area. The encampment, which emerges every year, sees trash… Continue reading Syringe Litter Plagues Bemidji Homeless Encampment as Warm Weather Arrives

Fargo Woman Faces New Drug Trafficking Charges After Relapse

Becca Breann Phillips

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Becca Breann Phillips of Fargo is now facing serious drug trafficking charges following an April raid on her apartment. Agents from the Cass County Drug Task Force executed a search warrant at 4201 18th Avenue South, Apartment 304, on April 4th. During the raid, agents seized 117 grams of M30 fentanyl… Continue reading Fargo Woman Faces New Drug Trafficking Charges After Relapse

Felony Charges in Beltrami County: Domestic Assault, High-Speed Chase, and Drug Possession

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Recent court records in Beltrami County Court, Bemidji, Minnesota, reveal several felony-level charges. Marta Patricia Valencia of Bemidji faces charges of felony domestic assault and misdemeanor damage to property. On June 12th, officers responded to a residence on Ridgeway Avenue, where Valencia allegedly caused damage inside the home and pushed the… Continue reading Felony Charges in Beltrami County: Domestic Assault, High-Speed Chase, and Drug Possession

Woman Charged with Car Theft and Drug Offenses in Fargo

Shaylynn Hughes

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Shaylynn Hughes, facing serious charges in Fargo, allegedly stole a car from the Roberts Common Garage on June 17th. According to court records, Hughes was discovered near the stolen vehicle the following day and confessed to the theft. She now faces felony charges for theft of property and possession of drug… Continue reading Woman Charged with Car Theft and Drug Offenses in Fargo

Fargo Man Faces Major Drug Trafficking Charge in Moorhead

Aaron L. Johnson

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fargo man is facing a major drug trafficking charge in Moorhead, Minnesota. According to court documents, three times in December 2023, an undercover officer purchased a total of 61 fentanyl pills from 35-year-old Aaron L. Johnson in Moorhead. Johnson is now charged with felony first-degree sale of 40 dosage units… Continue reading Fargo Man Faces Major Drug Trafficking Charge in Moorhead

Canadian Woman Granted Leniency in U.S. Drug Smuggling Case

Krystle DeLeon

ROSEAU COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Winnipeg, Manitoba, woman pleaded guilty to an amended charge of second-degree drug possession on Monday, June 17, and was granted a stayed 48-month sentence. Krystle De Leon, 39, was initially charged with first-degree sale of at least 17 grams of cocaine within a 90-day period and first-degree possession of… Continue reading Canadian Woman Granted Leniency in U.S. Drug Smuggling Case

Homeless Woman Arrested on Multiple Drug Trafficking Charges in Grand Forks

Rebbecca Charbonneau

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A 34-year-old woman, Rebbecca Charbonneau, listed as homeless in Grand Forks, is facing multiple drug trafficking charges. Court documents reveal that on June 15th, Charbonneau was pulled over in Grand Forks for driving with a suspended license. This stop led to a search of her vehicle, resulting in the seizure… Continue reading Homeless Woman Arrested on Multiple Drug Trafficking Charges in Grand Forks

Duluth Man Pleads Guilty to Major Drug Charges in Polk County

Jason Michael Carlsness

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jason Michael Carlsness, 41, of Duluth, admitted guilt to two controlled substance crimes on Thursday, June 13, in Polk County. Carlsness was pulled over around 12:50 a.m. on February 6 in Crookston after making an improper lane change and driving the wrong way on Main Street. When stopped, he provided… Continue reading Duluth Man Pleads Guilty to Major Drug Charges in Polk County

Bong Water Nightmare: Fargo Woman Faces 30 Years Due to Obscure Drug Law

Last year, the Legislature decriminalized drug paraphernalia, even if it contains drug residue, marking a shift from punitive drug war tactics to a public health approach. However, an overlooked provision still treats bong water as a controlled substance, leading to severe charges for some. On May 8, Jessica Beske, 43, of Fargo, was pulled over… Continue reading Bong Water Nightmare: Fargo Woman Faces 30 Years Due to Obscure Drug Law

Tragedy Behind Bars: 22-Year-Old Inmate Dies of Suspected Drug Overdose at Stillwater Prison

STILLWATER STATE PRISON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – The Minnesota Department of Corrections is investigating the apparent drug overdose death of a 22-year-old inmate at Stillwater State Prison. Officials reported that the man was found unresponsive in his cell on Saturday morning. Despite officers’ efforts to revive him, he was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators are… Continue reading Tragedy Behind Bars: 22-Year-Old Inmate Dies of Suspected Drug Overdose at Stillwater Prison

East Grand Forks Man Faces Major Drug Trafficking Charges After Sting Operation

Tyler J. Gustafson

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Tyler John Gustafson, 37, of rural East Grand Forks, Minnesota, is facing serious drug trafficking charges following a sting operation. According to court documents, Gustafson sold 87 grams of methamphetamine to an undercover officer with the Pine to Prairie Drug Task Force in May and June. The investigation led… Continue reading East Grand Forks Man Faces Major Drug Trafficking Charges After Sting Operation

Two Bemidji Residents Face Major Drug Trafficking Charges

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Two residents of Bemidji, Minnesota, Michael Jason Throne and Julia Marie Jones, are facing significant drug trafficking charges. According to court documents, Throne was under investigation in June for allegedly transporting large quantities of methamphetamine from Minneapolis to Beltrami County. On June 10, Throne was tracked making a trip to Minneapolis.… Continue reading Two Bemidji Residents Face Major Drug Trafficking Charges

Jessica Fancher Faces Drug Trafficking Charges After February Arrest

Jessica Fancher

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Jessica Fancher, 29, from Grand Forks, is now charged with drug trafficking following her arrest in February. Court documents reveal that Fancher was pulled over for driving with a suspended license, leading to a police search. Methamphetamine and Fentanyl pills were seized during the search. Fancher admitted to distributing these… Continue reading Jessica Fancher Faces Drug Trafficking Charges After February Arrest

Minnesota Man Faces Major Drug Charges After Failed Meth Deals: Pleads Not Guilty

Jeremy Aaron Tostrup

PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Viking, Minnesota man, Jeremy Aaron Tostrup, 27, waived his preliminary hearing on Tuesday, June 4, and pleaded not guilty to two controlled substance crimes in Pennington County. Tostrup faces charges of third-degree controlled substance sale and conspiracy to commit a first-degree controlled substance crime, each carrying a maximum 20-year… Continue reading Minnesota Man Faces Major Drug Charges After Failed Meth Deals: Pleads Not Guilty

Crookston Man Faces Court for Eight Felony Drug Charges

Aladdin Da'jion Bankhead

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Crookston man appeared in court on Thursday, June 6, facing eight felony drug charges. Aladdin Da’jion Bankhead, 30, is charged with conspiracy to commit a first-degree controlled substance crime, first-degree sale of at least 17 grams of methamphetamine within 90 days, two counts of second-degree sale of methamphetamine in… Continue reading Crookston Man Faces Court for Eight Felony Drug Charges

Prison Cartel Boss Orchestrates Major Drug Trafficking Operation from Behind Bars

Jesus Celestin-Ortega

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Court documents related to a newly filed case in U.S. District Court in North Dakota reveal a shocking discovery: a major drug trafficking operation run by a Mexican cartel member from a federal prison in Colorado. This operation facilitated the shipment of large quantities of fentanyl, heroin, and other illegal substances… Continue reading Prison Cartel Boss Orchestrates Major Drug Trafficking Operation from Behind Bars

Meth Sale Sting: Thief River Falls Man Risks 20 Years for Drug Deal

James Richard Shaugabay

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – James Richard Shaugabay, 33, from Thief River Falls, faces significant legal jeopardy with potential imprisonment for up to 20 years following his arrest for a drug transaction involving methamphetamine. Shaugabay was formally charged with a third-degree controlled substance sale after his initial court appearance on Thursday, June 6. The charges… Continue reading Meth Sale Sting: Thief River Falls Man Risks 20 Years for Drug Deal

Fargo Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Trafficking Charges for Local Man

Michael F. Steiner

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Michael F. Steiner, a resident of Fargo, North Dakota, has been charged with serious drug trafficking offenses following a recent traffic stop. On May 29th, Steiner was a passenger in a vehicle that was stopped by local police. During the stop, he attempted to flee on foot but was quickly apprehended.… Continue reading Fargo Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Trafficking Charges for Local Man

Grand Forks Man’s Drug Bust Escalates as He Flees Armed with Handgun

Raymond L. Graham Jr.

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – 37-year-old Raymond L. Graham Jr. from Grand Forks faces severe legal consequences after a traffic stop unfolded into a drug trafficking case. On June 5th, at 2:03 a.m., law enforcement pulled Graham over on the 2700 block of South Washington Street for speeding. What began as a routine stop quickly… Continue reading Grand Forks Man’s Drug Bust Escalates as He Flees Armed with Handgun

Crookston Man Pleads Not Guilty to Drug Charges, Faces 20 Years in Prison

Gary Herbert Sundquist

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Crookston man waived his omnibus hearing on Thursday, June 6, and pleaded not guilty to third-degree controlled substance crimes. Gary Herbert Sundquist, 64, could face up to 20 years in prison for third-degree controlled substance sale and possession in a prohibited zone. According to a probable cause statement, Sundquist… Continue reading Crookston Man Pleads Not Guilty to Drug Charges, Faces 20 Years in Prison

Grand Forks Man Faces Serious Charges in Fentanyl Case, Pleads Not Guilty

Jacob Gabriel Brunelle

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jacob Gabriel Brunelle, a 28-year-old Grand Forks resident, waived his omnibus hearing on Thursday, June 6, in Polk County and pleaded not guilty to three drug-related charges. Brunelle is charged with conspiracy to commit a first-degree controlled substance sale, felony third-degree controlled substance sale, and misdemeanor fourth-degree driving while impaired… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Serious Charges in Fentanyl Case, Pleads Not Guilty

Jamestown Couple Charged After Toddler Survives Fentanyl Overdose

Rhiannon Hufsteler

JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a dramatic turn of events following a harrowing Sunday night emergency, a Jamestown couple now faces severe legal consequences after their 2-year-old child miraculously survived a fentanyl overdose. Christopher Johnson and Rhiannon Hufsteler are at the center of a criminal investigation, accused of endangering the life of their toddler. Emergency… Continue reading Jamestown Couple Charged After Toddler Survives Fentanyl Overdose

Traffic Stop Unveils Major Drug Bust: New York Mills Woman Arrested

Jennifer L. Austin

NEW YORK MILLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jennifer L. Austin, 39, from New York Mills, Minnesota, is facing serious drug trafficking charges following a traffic stop. On May 25th, Austin was pulled over near her hometown for talking on her cell phone while driving. She did not stop immediately, leading to a search of her vehicle.… Continue reading Traffic Stop Unveils Major Drug Bust: New York Mills Woman Arrested

Grand Forks Man Arrested in Major Drug Bust During Early Morning Traffic Stop

Ivan Dietz

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Ivan Dietz, 45, of Grand Forks, is facing serious drug trafficking charges after an early morning traffic stop. On June 3rd, at 1:39 a.m., Dietz was a passenger in a vehicle stopped in Grand Forks. The stop resulted in the seizure of over 20 grams of methamphetamine, three packages of… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Arrested in Major Drug Bust During Early Morning Traffic Stop

Minnesota Woman Faces 16 Felony Charges in Drug and Theft Ring

Brooke Reed Edwards

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Brooke Reed Edwards, 30, from Minnesota, waived her preliminary hearing on Monday, June 3, and pleaded not guilty to 16 felony charges in Grand Forks County. Edwards was booked in April for crimes allegedly committed in July 2022. Edwards faces two Class A felonies for possessing at least 50 grams… Continue reading Minnesota Woman Faces 16 Felony Charges in Drug and Theft Ring

Repeat Offender Faces New Charges: Fosston Woman in Court for Major Drug Bust

Michelle Jean Laird

PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Michelle Jean Laird, 52, from Fosston, Minnesota, made her first court appearance on Monday, June 3, in Pennington County, facing a first-degree controlled substance charge. Already convicted of a third-degree controlled substance crime last year, Laird now risks up to 40 years in prison, with a mandatory minimum of four… Continue reading Repeat Offender Faces New Charges: Fosston Woman in Court for Major Drug Bust

Valley City Woman Busted on I-94 with Major Drug Haul

Kaylee Jo Moon

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Kaylee Jo Moon of Valley City faces multiple felony charges after being pulled over for erratic driving on I-94 near Fargo. According to court documents, the incident occurred on May 26 at 9:45 p.m. when Moon was stopped for swerving all over the road. She was found in possession of methamphetamine,… Continue reading Valley City Woman Busted on I-94 with Major Drug Haul

Fargo Man Arrested After High-Speed Chase in Stolen Vehicle

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Michael James Samuelson of Fargo is facing a trio of felony charges: theft of property, fleeing, and possession of meth. According to court documents, on May 21st, an officer stopped a vehicle in Fargo that had been reported stolen. The vehicle initially stopped, allowing a female passenger to exit, but then… Continue reading Fargo Man Arrested After High-Speed Chase in Stolen Vehicle

Grand Forks Man Faces Drug Trafficking Charge After Bicycle Stop

Daniel D. Alanis

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A 42-year-old Daniel D. Alanis of Grand Forks is facing a drug trafficking charge. According to court documents, on May 21st at 8:06 a.m., an officer stopped him while he was riding a bike for multiple violations at South Fifth Street and Kitson Avenue. Alanis, who was already on probation,… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Drug Trafficking Charge After Bicycle Stop

Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Charges After Bizarre Bicycle Incident

David W. Schiebe

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – 48-year-old David W. Schiebe of Grand Forks faces a string of criminal charges after being stopped for riding his bicycle the wrong way on Chestnut Street. According to the criminal complaint, Schiebe nearly caused a collision and then fled on foot. He was quickly arrested and admitted to using meth… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Charges After Bizarre Bicycle Incident

A Fargo woman is facing a drug trafficking charge after a sting operation

Melietona Redeagle

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Melietona Redeagle of Fargo has been charged with drug trafficking following a sting operation by the Cass County Drug Task Force last August. The task force intercepted cell phone messages as Redeagle drove a scooter around Fargo, setting up a sale with a confidential informant. She allegedly sold 20 fentanyl-laced M30… Continue reading A Fargo woman is facing a drug trafficking charge after a sting operation