High-Speed Chase Ends in Arrest: West Fargo Woman Faces Multiple Charges

Heather Peck

WEST FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Heather Peck, 43, was arrested on Wednesday night after leading West Fargo Police on a multi-block pursuit through the city. According to authorities, officers responded to reports of a disturbance at the intersection of 7th Avenue East and 9th Street East. Upon arrival, they located Peck who had parked her… Continue reading High-Speed Chase Ends in Arrest: West Fargo Woman Faces Multiple Charges

UPDATE: Harvey, ND Man Faces Additional Sex Charges Involving Juvenile Girls

HARVEY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) As TRF News told you back in September, Carl Snedaker of Harvey, North Dakota was facing sex charges involving juvenile girls. Now, he’s facing more of the same type of charges.

Fargo Woman Faces Charges for Alleged Relationship with 16-Year-Old Teen

Melanie Lynn Atkinsvahary

FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Melanie Lynn Atkinsvahary, a 30-year-old woman from Farmerbranch, Texas, is facing charges in North Dakota after allegedly having a sexual relationship with an underage teen. According to court documents, on December 5, 2023, the teen’s guardian reported the alleged relationship to police. The guardian claimed that Atkinsvahary had admitted to having… Continue reading Fargo Woman Faces Charges for Alleged Relationship with 16-Year-Old Teen

Minnesota Man Faces Felony Charges After Incident with Deer Hunters

Kevin Yungen

NORMAN COUNTY, MINN. (trfnews.i234.me) – Kevin Yungen, a resident of rural Gary, Minnesota, has been charged with five felonies following a confrontation involving two deer hunters. According to court documents, a Norman County Sheriff’s deputy responded to a call on Sunday from two individuals who reported an incident while hunting on their property. They observed… Continue reading Minnesota Man Faces Felony Charges After Incident with Deer Hunters

Man Charged with Murdering Father at Minnesota Hunting Cabin Faces Execution

HINCKLEY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Thirty-one year old Kirk Hazlett III of Cambridge, Minnesota has been charged with murdering this father, Kirk Hazlett II, execution style at a family hunting cabin east of Hinckley, Minnesota.

Thief River Falls Man Faces Multiple Charges After Violent Confrontation

Caleb Charles Tydlacka

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Thief River Falls man has been charged in Pennington County District Court after he allegedly grabbed a woman by the throat, threw her to the ground, and caused her to hit her head on their child’s crib on Monday, Oct. 28. The woman was unable to breathe at… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Faces Multiple Charges After Violent Confrontation

Langdon Man Faces Legal Delays in Alleged Indecent Exposure Case at Grand Cities Mall

GRAND FORKS (trfnews.i234.me) — Two weeks after a warrant was issued for his arrest, Jeffery Dalton Stanley, 56, from Langdon, has not been apprehended following allegations of indecent exposure at Grand Cities Mall in Grand Forks. The incident, reported on October 21, involved Stanley engaging in inappropriate behavior in a mall common area. According to… Continue reading Langdon Man Faces Legal Delays in Alleged Indecent Exposure Case at Grand Cities Mall

Sonja Robin Plantz Faces 30-Year Sentence for Methamphetamine Sales and DUI

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — Sonja Robin Plantz, a 42-year-old woman from Minnesota, pleaded guilty to felony first-degree sale of at least 17 grams of methamphetamine over 90 days. She also admitted to misdemeanor fourth-degree driving while under the influence of a controlled substance. The felony charge carries a maximum sentence of 30 years in… Continue reading Sonja Robin Plantz Faces 30-Year Sentence for Methamphetamine Sales and DUI

Hobbs Act Robbery: Ian Paul Kramchuck Faces Federal Prosecution for Armed Gas Station Heist

Hobbs Act Robbery: Ian Paul Kramchuck Faces Federal Prosecution for Armed Gas Station Heist

GRAND FORKS (trfnews.i234.me) — Ian Paul Kramchuck, 20, was originally charged in district court but his case was dismissed due to the upgraded charge of a Hobbs Act robbery. Court documents state that on August 12th, Kramchuck committed theft from a business entity engaged in interstate commerce by using actual and threatened force, violence, and… Continue reading Hobbs Act Robbery: Ian Paul Kramchuck Faces Federal Prosecution for Armed Gas Station Heist

Double Trouble: West Fargo Man Faces New Charges Amid Warrant for Felony Firearm Charge

Jeremy Dalton

FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Jeremy Dalton, a 34-year-old former bouncer of Old Broadway in downtown Fargo, has been convicted of aggravated assault and now faces new charges. In early 2024, Dalton was found guilty of assaulting someone in downtown Fargo. The incident was captured on video, showing him punching another man in the face. He… Continue reading Double Trouble: West Fargo Man Faces New Charges Amid Warrant for Felony Firearm Charge

Bathroom Surveillance: A Detroit Lakes Man Faces Charges

Jesus Danery Hernandez-Espana

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

Child Torture: A Minnesota Man Faces Charges in a Shocking Case

Joseph Cole Wulfson

RED LAKE COUNTY, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — Joseph Cole Wulfson is accused of beating a 12-year-old child in July. The alleged attack was caught on video and showed Wulfson headbutting the child, then hitting and shoving them for approximately two-and-a-half minutes, according to a probable cause statement filed in the case. Wulfson allegedly hit the child… Continue reading Child Torture: A Minnesota Man Faces Charges in a Shocking Case

Fergus Falls Man Accused of Exploiting Vulnerable Adult, Faces $120,000 in Charges

FERGUS FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Fergus Falls, Minnesota man is facing 3 felony county of Exploitation of a Vulnerable Adult. Darren Torgusson allegedly wrote out over $120,000 of the victim’s checks to himself.

Grand Forks Man Faces 20 Years in Prison for Narcotics Charges

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — Douglas Allen Austreng, 61, has been charged with various crimes related to narcotics. On October 29, law enforcement executed a search warrant on his residence. During this operation, they allegedly found multiple substances: approximately 1,001.4 grams of methamphetamine (including packaging), 30.23 grams of psilocybin mushrooms, 0.82 grams of cocaine, and… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces 20 Years in Prison for Narcotics Charges

Man Faces Felony Robbery Charge for Stealing a Can of Soda in Fargo

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Fargo woman is facing a felony Robbery charge, after fighting with an employee when she allegedly took and started drinking a can of soda water without paying for it.

Stabbing at Homeless Shelter in Grand Forks: Man Faces Multiple Charges

Moses Ayom

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A man is facing several charges after a stabbing at a homeless shelter in Grand Forks. According to the police report, an argument led to the victim being stabbed on the 5th floor of Northlands Rescue Mission just before 7:45 Friday morning. The victim was taken to Altru Hospital with… Continue reading Stabbing at Homeless Shelter in Grand Forks: Man Faces Multiple Charges

Shooting Spree: Ameer Musa Matariyeh Faces New Charges in Multi-County Manhunt

Ameer Musa Matariyeh

MINNEAPOLIS (trfnews.i234.me) – Ameer Musa Matariyeh was charged in connection with a multi-county shooting incident that began on October 22. The charges include three counts of second-degree assault and one count of domestic assault. The incident started at an apartment building in Minneapolis, where police were dispatched to reports of shots being fired from the… Continue reading Shooting Spree: Ameer Musa Matariyeh Faces New Charges in Multi-County Manhunt

Arrested and Booked: A White Earth Man Faces Multiple Charges

Robert Azure, Sr.

BECKER CO., Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — On Sunday night, Becker County deputies located Robert Azure, Sr., 50, at a residence in White Earth. Felony and misdemeanor arrest warrants from Mahnomen and Becker Counties were outstanding against him. When informed that he was under arrest, Azure locked himself inside a bedroom and threatened to shoot the approaching… Continue reading Arrested and Booked: A White Earth Man Faces Multiple Charges

Deadly Altercation: A Homeless Man Faces Murder Charges

Donald Bartlette and Nicholas Wride-Arnold

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – In a recent incident on Thursday night in Grand Forks, Donald Bartlette, 45, was arrested for allegedly beating Anthony Kiehl, 49, to death. The victim’s body was found unresponsive at his apartment and later pronounced dead at Altru Hospital. According to an affidavit of probable cause summary, Kiehl suffered multiple… Continue reading Deadly Altercation: A Homeless Man Faces Murder Charges

Oakes Woman Faces Animal Cruelty Charges for Neglecting Dozens of Cats in Filthy Home

Oakes Woman Faces Animal Cruelty Charges for Neglecting Dozens of Cats in Filthy Home

OAKES, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Rita Fiala, a 74-year-old woman from Oakes, has been charged with one felony count of animal cruelty and 29 misdemeanor counts of animal neglect. The charges stem from an incident on March 4th when first responders were called to her home after she had fallen. The medics encountered difficulties entering the… Continue reading Oakes Woman Faces Animal Cruelty Charges for Neglecting Dozens of Cats in Filthy Home

New Development: Fargo Driver Faces DUI Charges Following Collision With Building

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Fargo man is facing a DUI charge after crashing into an apartment building late Sunday afternoon.

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

UPDATE: Ex-Polk County Deputy and White Earth Police Officer Faces Embezzlement Charges

UPDATE: Former Polk County Deputy-White Earth Police Officer Charged With Embezzlement CLEARBROOK, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding an embezzlement case at the Clearbrook, Minnesota Fire Department. The man charged was a former Polk County Deputy and White Earth Police Officer.

Roseau County Deputy Faces DWI Charges

Roseau County Deputy Charged With DWI ROSEAU, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Roseau County, Minnesota Deputy is facing 3 counts of misdemeanor DWI. Chancy Gust was arrested on June 27th according to court records.

Oklee Man Faces 30 Years in Prison for Cocaine Sale

Rodney Arlan Smith

PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A man from Oklee, Minnesota, has been charged with first-degree sale of a controlled substance. Rodney Arlan Smith, 58, faces up to 30 years in prison if convicted. According to court documents, Smith was arrested in July after selling an ounce of cocaine to undercover Pennington County law enforcement for… Continue reading Oklee Man Faces 30 Years in Prison for Cocaine Sale

Tied to Terror: Man Faces Felony Charges for Abandoning Dog on Highway During Hurricane

Tied to Terror: Man Faces Felony Charges for Abandoning Dog on Highway During Hurricane

TAMPA, Fla. (trfnews.i234.me) – A 23-year-old man from Ruskin is facing aggravated animal cruelty charges after leaving his dog tied to a fence on I-75 as he evacuated before Hurricane Milton, according to the state attorney’s office. Giovanny Garcia, of Ruskin, told investigators that he left his dog, now named Trooper, on the side of… Continue reading Tied to Terror: Man Faces Felony Charges for Abandoning Dog on Highway During Hurricane

Fatal Shooting in South Fargo: Man Faces 15 Years for Federal Gun Charges

Amire Logan

FARGO (trfnews.i234.me) – Amire Logan, a man arrested after a fatal shooting in south Fargo last June, now faces four counts of having firearms as a felon and one count of removing the serial number from a gun. The charges were filed at the federal level following an investigation into the death of Zion Brooks… Continue reading Fatal Shooting in South Fargo: Man Faces 15 Years for Federal Gun Charges

Hip-Hop Mogul Diddy Faces Court in Sex Trafficking Case Amid Bail Controversy

Hip-Hop Mogul Diddy Faces Court in Sex Trafficking Case Amid Bail Controversy

NEW YORK (trfnews.i234.me) – Hip-hop icon Sean “Diddy” Combs is set to face Manhattan federal court as he battles serious charges of sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy. The 54-year-old music mogul, who was indicted last month for crimes dating back to 2008, is accused of running a network that exploited women, using violence and blackmail… Continue reading Hip-Hop Mogul Diddy Faces Court in Sex Trafficking Case Amid Bail Controversy

LM Wind Power Faces $125,000 Fine for Racial Harassment and Retaliation: Grand Forks Company Ordered to Pay Damages

LM Wind Power Faces $125,000 Fine for Racial Harassment and Retaliation: Grand Forks Company Ordered to Pay Damages

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A disturbing pattern of racial harassment and retaliation has been addressed by federal authorities at a Grand Forks-based manufacturing company. In a consent decree filed on Friday, September 20th, LM Wind Power Blades was ordered to pay $125,000 in damages as part of a settlement agreement. The allegations against the… Continue reading LM Wind Power Faces $125,000 Fine for Racial Harassment and Retaliation: Grand Forks Company Ordered to Pay Damages

Polk County Inmate at High Risk Faces Additional Felony Charge

High Risk, Polk County Inmate Facing Another Felony Charge CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A high risk inmate at Tri-County Corrections in Crookston is facing another felony charge.

Pennington County Investigator Faces Charges for Domestic Assault

UPDATE: Pennington County Investigator Charged With Domestic Assault THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Blaize Zimmerman, an investigator with the Pennington County Sheriff’s Department has been charged with Misdemeanor Domestic Assault.

Thief River Falls Man Faces Court on Murder Charge, Bail Established at $750,000 Cash

Thief River Falls Man Appears In Court On Murder Charge, Bail Set At $750,000 Cash THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Thief River Falls man appeared in court today in connection to a murder charge.

Former Warroad Police Officer Faces Potential 50-Year Prison Sentence

Former Warroad Police Officer Could Face 50+ Years In Prison WARROAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A former Warroad, Minnesota police officer has entered an Alford Plea in connection to charges of sexually assaulting a teenager. It means acknowledging there is enough evidence to convicted him.

Grand Forks Resident Faces Charges; Raffle Ends Without a Winner

Grand Forks Man Charged, Raffle That Nobody Won GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing a felon charge for allegedly running a raffle on facebook to win a car. Ronnie Marion allegedly held raffles, but never gave away the car.

Exclusive: Warroad Couple Faces Charges of Assaulting Infant

EXCLUSIVE: Warroad Couple Charged With Assaulting Infant WARROAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Warroad, Minnesota couple are facing felony charges of allegedly assaulting an infant child.

Thief River Falls Resident Faces Additional Legal Issues

Thief River Falls Man In More Trouble With The Law THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Jared Ganyo of Thief River Falls is facing 4 criminal charges, following an incident at a Thief River home Saturday night, according to court records.

Drunk Driver with Four DWIs Faces Conditional Release After Fatal Crash at Park Tavern

Drunk Driver with Four DWIs Faces Conditional Release After Fatal Crash at Park Tavern

SAINT LOUIS PARK, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – Steven Bailey, whose blood alcohol level was four times the legal limit, will soon be released from jail on a conditional basis following a tragic crash at Park Tavern last month that left two people dead and nine others injured. The Hennepin County Attorney’s Office confirmed that Bailey had… Continue reading Drunk Driver with Four DWIs Faces Conditional Release After Fatal Crash at Park Tavern

Semi Hijacking in North Dakota: St. Thomas Man Faces Multiple Charges

Semi Hijacking In North Dakota, St. Thomas Man Facing Long String Of Charges CAVALIIER, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A man is facing a long string of criminal charges, following a semi hijacking at Cavalier, North Dakota.

UPDATE: Crookston Resident Faces Charges for Allegedly Stabbing Mother

UPDATE: Crookston Man Charged With Stabbing His Mother CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Crookston, Minnesota man has now been formally charged with stabbing his mother last Friday in that town. Kevin Corona faces 2 counts of Attempted Murder and 3 counts of Assault.

Understanding the Faces of Depression: Spotlight on Suicide Prevention Month

Suicide Prevention Month: A Look At The Faces Of Depression CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The tragedy of suicide hit close to home this week, when a 6th grade Crookston boy fell victim to it. We have a look at the faces of depression in an ongoing Instagram campaign.

Inmate Accused of Spitting Faces Additional Charge in Grand Forks Jail

Alleged Spitting Inmate Faces Another Charge In Grand Forks Jail GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) An inmate being held at the Grand Forks County jail is now facing another felony charge.

Grand Forks Resident Faces Charges for Assaulting Officer in Devils Lake

Grand Forks Man Charged With Assaulting Devils Lake Officer DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing criminal charges in Devils Lake, after allegedly kicking an officer in the stomach in that City.

South Dakota Man Faces Arrest Warrant in Devils Lake

Arrest Warrant Issued In Devils Lake For South Dakota Man DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) An arrest warrant has been issued for a South Dakota man in Ramsey County Court in Devils Lake, North Dakota in connection to a sexual assault case.

NY Man Sentenced for Assault After High-Stakes Car Chase in Frazee

Becker County, (trfnews.i234.me) – Hector Manuel Morales-Pagen, 27, of Amsterdam, New York, was sentenced in Becker County District Court after a violent domestic incident escalated into a car chase. On July 20, Morales-Pagen’s girlfriend fled their home with her two children after he began throwing and breaking items. As she headed to the police station,… Continue reading NY Man Sentenced for Assault After High-Stakes Car Chase in Frazee

Perham Man Faces Felony Theft Charges After $1,100 Shoplifting Spree at Menards

Becker County, (trfnews.i234.me) – Donald Allen Baker, 51, of Perham, has been charged with felony theft in Becker County District Court after a series of shoplifting incidents at Menards in Detroit Lakes. Police were called on December 30, 2023, to investigate multiple thefts, with Baker and a female accomplice accused of stealing a total of… Continue reading Perham Man Faces Felony Theft Charges After $1,100 Shoplifting Spree at Menards

Man Faces Felony Charge After Police Chase in Thief River Falls

Man Facing Felony Charge Following Thief River Falls Police Chase THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A man is facing a felony charge, following a police chase in Thief River Falls Saturday night.

Xcel Energy Faces $1 Million Fine in Minnesota, Customers to Receive Refunds

ST. PAUL, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Xcel Energy has been fined $1-million by Minnesota regulators for having too many complaints. Refunds for customers are expected.

UPDATE: Greenfield Man Faces Four Counts of Attempted Murder for Shooting at SWAT Team on Friday, Bail Set at $1 Million

UPDATE: GF Man Charged 4 Counts Attempted Murder In Friday Shots Fired Against SWAT Team, BAIL: $1-M GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing 4 counts of Attempted Murder, after allegedly firing at SWAT Team members last Friday.

Crookston Resident Faces Charges of Attempted Murder and Additional Offenses

Crookston Man Charged With Attempted Murder & More CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Crookston man is charged with Attempted Murder and more. Thirty-five year old Jesse Garcia Jr. is charged with the vicious assault of a woman in February.

Minnesota Woman Faces Multiple Charges After Multi-State Vehicle Theft Spree

Jordan Krolak

MARSHALL CO., MN (trfnews.i234.me) — A Stephen, Minnesota woman, Jordan Krolak, is facing multiple charges following a vehicle theft spree on September 15. According to the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office, Krolak stole a pickup after taking the keys directly from the owner’s hand. When deputies caught up to her on a gravel road, she fled,… Continue reading Minnesota Woman Faces Multiple Charges After Multi-State Vehicle Theft Spree

Law Enforcement Faces Frenzied Saturday Morning in Bemidji and Walker, Minnesota

Wild & Busy Saturday Morning For Law Enforcement Around Bemidji & Walker, Minnesota BEMIDJI-WALKER, MN (trfnews.i234.me) It was a wild and busy Saturday morning for law enforcement south of Bemidi and in Walker, Minnesota. We had a report of a man barricaded inside and garage and a major brawl outside a bar.

MOTIVE: Uncovering the Tragic Reasons Behind the Fatal Beating in Warren, MN; Husband Faces Murder Charges for Ex-Wife’s Death

MOTIVE: What Led To Deadly Beating In Warren, MN, Husband Charged With Murdering Ex-Wife WARREN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have more details from the criminal complaint about what lead to the deadly beating of Carissa Odegaard. Her ex-husband, Anders Odegaard has now been charged with 2nd Degree Murder.

Northwest Minnesota Faces Recent Felony Charges

Recent Felony Charges In Northwest Minnesota NORTHWEST, MINNESOTA (trfnews.i234.me) A look a recent felony level charges in northwest Minnesota.

Man in Grand Forks County Faces Three Charges of Forcible Rape

3 Charges Of Forcible Rape Against Man In Grand Forks County GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Fort Totten man is facing 3 counts of Gross Sexual Imposition-Sexual Act Force in Grand Forks District Court. Each of the charges against Gandi Shaw Sr. of Fort Totten carry a maximum sentence of life in prison.

Perez Faces Felony Charge in Boyfriend’s Shooting Death

Perez Charged With Felony In Shooting Death Of Boyfriend HALSTAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Twenty year old Monalisa Perez has been charged with a felony Manslaughter charge in connection with the shooting death of her boyfriend, 22-year old Pedro Ruiz. The charge carries a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison. Perez makes her first court appearance… Continue reading Perez Faces Felony Charge in Boyfriend’s Shooting Death

Grand Forks Woman Faces Charges for Violating Protection Order Involving Male Victim

Grand Forks Woman Charged With Violating Protection Order Against Male Victim GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks woman has been charged with violating a protection order against a male victim.

Grand Forks Resident Faces Criminal Trespass Allegations

Criminal Trespass Charge In Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing a charge of Criminal Trespass.

VFW Faces Significant Financial Loss; Ex-Manager Charged

VFW Takes Major Financial Hit, Former Manager Charged FRAZEE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The former manager of the VFW in Frazee, Minnesota is facing a string of criminal charges, after $68,000 went missing. Anne T. Omundson of Frazee has been charged with 4 felony level charges: Theft, (2) Theft by Swindle and False Representation of Unemployment Benefits.

BREAKING: Mother Apprehended in Connection to Amber Alert, Faces Charges in Todd County, Minnesota

UPDATE: Mom Arrested In Amber Alert, Charged In Todd County, Minnesota RED LAKE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A woman who was arrested in Todd County, Minnesota Friday night, following a fire at her home in Red Lake where two died, is now facing charges in connection to an Amber Alert and the 3-year old who was with… Continue reading BREAKING: Mother Apprehended in Connection to Amber Alert, Faces Charges in Todd County, Minnesota

Las Vegas Resident Faces Robbery Charges in Devils Lake, ND

Las Vegas Man Charged With Robbery In Devils Lake, ND DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Las Vegas man has been charged with Robbery in connection to an incident in downtown Devils Lake, North Dakota.

Fargo Resident Faces Charges After Reckless 140 MPH Chase in Grand Forks County

Fargo Man Charged In 140 MPH Grand Forks County Pursuit GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Fargo man is facing criminal charges in Grand Forks County, following a pursuit that hit speeds of 140-mph.

Park River, ND Woman Faces Felony Charge Following Incident

“She Went Crazy”: Park River, ND Woman Facing Felony Charge PARK RIVER, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Park River, North Dakota woman is facing a felony charge after allegedly attacking her boyfriend.

HORRIFYING ORDEAL: Suspect Faces Kidnapping, Assault, and Threats of Violence Charges

VICTIM'S TERRIFYING ORDEAL: Charges Of Kidnapping, Assault & Threats Of Violence BAUDETTE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Michael Lucek of Baudette, Minnesota has been charged with Kidnapping, Assault and Threats of Violence, after allegedly putting a woman through a terrifying ordeal.

Couple Faces Charges Over $137,000 Overpayment

Wife & Husband Now Both Charged In $137,000 Over Payment CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Earlier, Irene Thompson of Crookston was charged with crimes related to an overpayment of $137,000 by her employer. Now, her husband, Brian Thompson Jr. is also facing criminal charges related to this case.

Raymond, Minnesota Faces Train Derailment, Fire, and Evacuation

Train Derailment, Fire & Evacuation In Raymond, Minnesota RAYMOND, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The small community of Raymond, Minnesota was being evacuated as a precaution early Thursday morning, following a train derailment.

Northwest Minnesota Faces Recent Felony Level Charges

Recent Felony Level Charges In Northwest Minnesota NORTHWEST MINNESOTA (trfnews.i234.me) A look at recent felony level charges across Northwest Minnesota.

Former Operator of Grand Forks-EGF Restaurants Faces Charges

Defunct Grand Forks-EGF Restaurants Operator Charged GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The operator of restaurants in Grand Forks and East Grand Forks is now facing criminal charges. Joe Bushaw allegedly deducted money from an employees check for child support, but never paid all the money to the State.

Thief River Falls Woman Faces Felony Burglary Charge After Violent Camper Incident

Annamarie Reid

THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Annamarie Reid of Thief River Falls is facing serious charges following a violent altercation in her ex-boyfriend’s camper. According to court records, on September 22nd, Reid allegedly broke into the camper, destroyed a television, and assaulted both her ex-boyfriend and another woman present. The male victim sustained an injury… Continue reading Thief River Falls Woman Faces Felony Burglary Charge After Violent Camper Incident

Clearwater County, MN Jail Faces Issues Identified by Department of Corrections

Dept. Of Corrections Finds Problems At Clearwater County, MN Jail BAGLEY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A new Minnesota Department of Corrections Inspection Report outlines problems at the Clearwater County Jail in Bagley.

Security Guard Faces Charges for Assaulting Patron at Casino

UPDATE: Security Guard Charged In Casino Beating MAHNOMEN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A security guard involved in a beating incident at the Shooting Star Casino in Mahnomen, Minnesota has now been charged. Eugene Davis of Ogema is facing a misdemeanor charge of Assault. The prosecutor says that may be moved up to a felony level charge.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams Indicted in Federal Probe, Faces Sealed Criminal Charges Amid Investigations

NYC Mayor Eric Adams Indicted in Federal Probe, Faces Sealed Criminal Charges Amid Investigations

NEW YORK — New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted by a federal grand jury, with the charges currently sealed. This indictment follows a series of federal investigations into Adams’ administration, sparking a major political scandal. Adams, a former police captain turned politician, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing. “If I am charged, I… Continue reading NYC Mayor Eric Adams Indicted in Federal Probe, Faces Sealed Criminal Charges Amid Investigations

North Dakota Resident Faces Serious Charges for Alleged Child Sex Crimes

North Dakota Man Charged With Major Sex Crimes Involving Children MILNOR, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Craig Leroy Gregor of Milnor, North Dakota is facing a string of major sex crimes involving children.

EXCLUSIVE: Trio Faces Kidnapping Charges Following Dramatic Escape in Moorhead, Minnesota

EXCLUSIVE: Dramatic Escape, Trio Charged With Kidnapping In Moorhead, Minnesota MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A trio is charged with kidnapping a woman in Moorhead, Minnesota. They allegedly tied her up the basement of a Moorhead home, buy she was able to escape. Jamie White of Moorhead, Sheridan Carlson of Detroit Lakes and April Lundgren of Fargo… Continue reading EXCLUSIVE: Trio Faces Kidnapping Charges Following Dramatic Escape in Moorhead, Minnesota

Twin Valley Bomb Case Suspect Faces Additional Charge as Inmate

Man Charged In Twin Valley Bomb Case Facing New Charge As Inmate CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A man charged in a bomb and drug case in Twin Valley, Minnesota last winter is now facing a new charge as an inmate at the Northwest Correctional Center.

Warren Man Faces Felony Charges After Violent Arrest: Terroristic Threats and Assault on Deputy

Travis Gene Wendell

WARREN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Travis Gene Wendell, a resident of Warren, Minnesota, is facing serious legal trouble after a violent confrontation with law enforcement. On September 19th, Wendell was found slumped behind the wheel of his vehicle, prompting Warren deputies to intervene. When they tried to remove him from the car, a struggle ensued, during… Continue reading Warren Man Faces Felony Charges After Violent Arrest: Terroristic Threats and Assault on Deputy

Minneapolis Man Charged After AK-47 Shooting in Apartment: Bullets Rip Through Building

Minneapolis Man Charged After AK-47 Shooting in Apartment: Bullets Rip Through Building

MINNEAPOLIS — A Minneapolis man is facing multiple assault charges after allegedly opening fire with an AK-47 inside and outside his apartment building in the early hours of Saturday, September 7, 2024. The Hennepin County Attorney’s Office has charged 40-year-old Nathan Mellstrom Matz with three counts of assault with a dangerous weapon following the terrifying… Continue reading Minneapolis Man Charged After AK-47 Shooting in Apartment: Bullets Rip Through Building

Ohio Man Faces Felony for Illegal Guiding Services in North Dakota

MINNEWAUKAN, N.D. – Christopher Skrant, an Ohio resident and owner of Flyway Outdoors Guide Service, faces a felony theft charge and five misdemeanor counts for illegally operating as a guide in North Dakota’s Benson County. Court records reveal Skrant accepted a $1,000 deposit in January 2022 for a guided waterfowl hunt he was not licensed… Continue reading Ohio Man Faces Felony for Illegal Guiding Services in North Dakota

Former Reeds Employee Accused of $40K Fraud Using Fake Gift Cards to Buy Guns, Yeti Gear

Former Reeds Employee Accused of $40K Fraud Using Fake Gift Cards to Buy Guns, Yeti Gear

WALKER, Minn. — A former employee of Reeds Family Outdoor Outfitters in Walker has been charged with 26 felony counts for allegedly stealing more than $40,000 in merchandise over a two-year period using fraudulent gift cards. Kelsey Rutland, 38, of Lake George, is accused of adding funds to unused Reeds gift cards and using them… Continue reading Former Reeds Employee Accused of $40K Fraud Using Fake Gift Cards to Buy Guns, Yeti Gear

Thief River Falls Man Arrested on Multiple Charges After 911 Call and Hang-Up

Kelvin Herrera Palma

A Thief River Falls man, Kelvin Herrera Palma, 24, was arrested on Sunday following a 911 call and subsequent hang-up. Police responded to the incident just after 9:30 p.m. and later charged Palma with multiple serious offenses, including First Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct, Second Degree Assault with a Dangerous Weapon, Terroristic Threats, and First Degree… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Arrested on Multiple Charges After 911 Call and Hang-Up

Former MN State Trooper Shane Roper Faces Nine Charges After Fatal Crash Kills 18-Year-Old Olivia Flores

Former MN State Trooper Shane Roper Faces Nine Charges After Fatal Crash Kills 18-Year-Old Olivia Flores

ROCHESTER — Shane Roper, a former Minnesota State Trooper, has been dismissed and is now facing nine criminal charges following a high-speed crash on May 18, 2024, that killed 18-year-old Olivia Flores and injured five others. Documents reveal that Roper violated multiple policies, including reckless driving and emergency vehicle operation. Roper’s squad car collided with… Continue reading Former MN State Trooper Shane Roper Faces Nine Charges After Fatal Crash Kills 18-Year-Old Olivia Flores

Former Minnesota State Trooper Charged in Fatal Rochester Crash Faces Nine Criminal Charges

Former Minnesota State Trooper Charged in Fatal Rochester Crash Faces Nine Criminal Charges

ROCHESTER – Former Minnesota State Trooper Shane Roper, who is facing multiple charges in connection with a fatal crash in Rochester, is no longer employed by the Minnesota State Patrol. Lt. Michael Lee confirmed on Friday, September 6, that Roper’s last day of employment was on Tuesday, September 3. However, it remains unclear whether Roper… Continue reading Former Minnesota State Trooper Charged in Fatal Rochester Crash Faces Nine Criminal Charges

Motorcyclist Seriously Injured in I-94 Construction Zone, Faces DUI Charges

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — A 39-year-old female motorcyclist sustained serious injuries Monday evening, September 16, after her motorcycle tipped over in a construction zone on I-94, and she was run over by a camper trailer. The North Dakota Highway Patrol reported that the accident occurred around 8:36 p.m. in the area between University Drive and… Continue reading Motorcyclist Seriously Injured in I-94 Construction Zone, Faces DUI Charges

Lake Park Man Faces Multiple Assault Charges After Violent Domestic Disturbance and Property Damage

Treyton Jorge Edwards

A rural Lake Park man, Treyton Jorge Edwards, 20, is facing a series of serious charges following a violent domestic incident that escalated into multiple assaults and significant property damage. Edwards has been charged with two felony counts of domestic assault, three felony counts of fourth-degree assault, a gross misdemeanor for third-degree property damage, and… Continue reading Lake Park Man Faces Multiple Assault Charges After Violent Domestic Disturbance and Property Damage

Devils Lake Woman Involved in High-Speed Chase Faces Multiple Charges; Bail Set at $200

Florence Whitetail

BROCKET, N.D. — A 21-year-old woman from Devils Lake, Florence Whitetail, is facing several serious charges following a high-speed chase on Thursday, September 12, that spanned two counties and ended with a sheriff firing his weapon. Whitetail is charged with reckless endangerment, fleeing police, and possession of a stolen vehicle after she allegedly led law… Continue reading Devils Lake Woman Involved in High-Speed Chase Faces Multiple Charges; Bail Set at $200

Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges After Allegedly Selling Over 130 Grams of Meth in Sting Operations

GRAND FORKS — A 61-year-old Grand Forks man, Robert Barrett Yahnke, is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly selling a total of 137.8 grams of methamphetamine to an undercover agent and a confidential informant across five separate occasions, according to an affidavit filed in the case. Yahnke is charged with two Class A felonies: delivery… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges After Allegedly Selling Over 130 Grams of Meth in Sting Operations

Glencoe Man Arrested After Engine Revving Complaints, Faces Charges for Driving Violations and Unsafe Child Passenger

Cole Howard Knochenmus

On September 1 at 2:42 p.m., police responded to two complaints about a driver excessively revving his engine in the 1100 block of Stephen Street. Cole Howard Knochenmus, 29, from Glencoe, was subsequently charged with driving after license cancellation and failing to use a child restraint. A police sergeant located the suspect vehicle near the… Continue reading Glencoe Man Arrested After Engine Revving Complaints, Faces Charges for Driving Violations and Unsafe Child Passenger

Hunter Biden Pleads Guilty to Federal Tax Charges, Faces Up to 17 Years in Prison

Hunter Biden

LOS ANGELES (trfnews.i234.me) – Hunter Biden, son of U.S. President Joe Biden, made a surprise guilty plea in federal court on Thursday, admitting to charges related to failing to pay $1.4 million in taxes. The plea came just weeks before the U.S. presidential election, avoiding a potentially damaging trial that could have aired personal details… Continue reading Hunter Biden Pleads Guilty to Federal Tax Charges, Faces Up to 17 Years in Prison

Former Mayo Clinic Doctor Faces Murder Trial for Allegedly Poisoning Wife: Defense Suggests Suicide or Alternate Perpetrator

Connor Bowman

ROCHESTER — Connor Bowman, a former Mayo Clinic doctor, is facing charges of first-degree premeditated murder and second-degree murder without intent for allegedly poisoning his wife, Betty Bowman, in 2023. Bowman’s defense team, led by attorney Michael Schatz, has filed a notice indicating they will argue that Bowman is not guilty and may present alternate… Continue reading Former Mayo Clinic Doctor Faces Murder Trial for Allegedly Poisoning Wife: Defense Suggests Suicide or Alternate Perpetrator

Former Minneapolis Coach Indicted on 12 Counts of Child Sexual Assault Faces Life in Prison

Aaron Hjermstad

A grand jury in Hennepin County has handed down a chilling indictment against Aaron Hjermstad, a former teacher and coach already serving time for previous offenses. The 45-year-old faces 12 counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct, accused of assaulting victims all under the age of 13 between 2013 and 2021. Hjermstad, who worked at two… Continue reading Former Minneapolis Coach Indicted on 12 Counts of Child Sexual Assault Faces Life in Prison

East Grand Forks Man Busted with Drugs Near Schools, Faces Felony Charges

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – An East Grand Forks man is facing serious felony drug charges after being caught with oxycodone and methamphetamine within a prohibited zone near local schools, heightening the penalties he faces. Richard Franklin Jackson, 54, was arrested after authorities found 14 10mg oxycodone pills and a pipe containing meth residue at… Continue reading East Grand Forks Man Busted with Drugs Near Schools, Faces Felony Charges

Thief River Falls Man Arrested After Traffic Stop Reveals Expired Registration and Insurance Violations

Jason Ray Scott

Last weekend, a traffic stop in Thief River Falls resulted in several charges against a local man. Jason Ray Scott, 48, was arrested on Saturday after police pulled over his black SUV along Pennington Avenue and 150th Street. Officers noticed that the vehicle had a 2022 registration that did not match its make and model,… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Arrested After Traffic Stop Reveals Expired Registration and Insurance Violations

East Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Meth Sales, Faces Up to 25 Years in Prison

Stephen Todd Pederson

POLK COUNTY, Mn (trfnews.i234.me) – An East Grand Forks man, Stephen Todd Pederson, 58, is facing serious drug charges after pleading not guilty to second-degree methamphetamine sales during his Thursday, Sept. 5 court appearance. Pederson, who was on pretrial release for previous criminal cases, is accused of failing to attend a required urine test on… Continue reading East Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Meth Sales, Faces Up to 25 Years in Prison

Son of U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer Faces Trial for High-Speed Pursuit that Killed North Dakota Deputy—Plea Deal on the Horizon?

Ian Matthew Cramer

STANTON, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Ian Matthew Cramer, the 43-year-old son of U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer, is set to stand trial later this month in connection to a fatal high-speed chase that resulted in the death of Mercer County Deputy Paul Martin. Cramer, who faces a slew of felony charges, may be negotiating a plea deal, according… Continue reading Son of U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer Faces Trial for High-Speed Pursuit that Killed North Dakota Deputy—Plea Deal on the Horizon?

Minnesota Man Faces 30 Years for Alleged Repeated Sexual Assault on Minor

Minnesota Man Faces 30 Years for Alleged Repeated Sexual Assault on Minor

MIDDLE RIVER, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Calvin John Rybakowski, a 50-year-old from Middle River, Minnesota, is facing first-degree criminal sexual conduct charges involving a child under 14. In August, Rybakowski allegedly touched the young female victim’s genitals, and the victim has since come forward, reporting that this abuse occurred multiple times. When questioned by investigators, Rybakowski… Continue reading Minnesota Man Faces 30 Years for Alleged Repeated Sexual Assault on Minor

Thief River Falls Man Faces Multiple Charges After Assaulting Father and Attacking Deputy

Cody M. Meekma

A Thief River Falls man, Cody Mitchell Meekma, 36, has been charged with multiple offenses after a violent confrontation at his home on Saturday night. Meekma is facing a felony charge of domestic assault by strangulation, along with gross misdemeanor charges of fourth-degree assault of a peace officer and interference with a 911 call, as… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Faces Multiple Charges After Assaulting Father and Attacking Deputy

Becker County Inmate Faces New Charges: Allegations of Repeated Sexual Abuse of a Minor

Nicholas Christopher Honer

BECKER COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Nicholas Christopher Honer, currently serving time at the state prison in St. Cloud, Minnesota, is now facing additional charges for previous incidents in Becker County. According to court documents, Honer has been charged with first-degree criminal sexual conduct and two counts of second-degree criminal sexual conduct involving a minor. The… Continue reading Becker County Inmate Faces New Charges: Allegations of Repeated Sexual Abuse of a Minor

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

Grand Forks Man Faces 10-Year Sentence After Pleading Guilty to Multiple Felony Child Sex Crimes

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Sebastain Vennie Hipsak, a 23-year-old from Grand Forks, has agreed to plead guilty to four felony charges related to sexual offenses involving two minors. The charges include Class B felony luring minors by computer, Class C felony solicitation of a minor, Class C felony corruption of a minor, and Class… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces 10-Year Sentence After Pleading Guilty to Multiple Felony Child Sex Crimes

Moorhead Woman Faces Felony Charges for Allegedly Orchestrating Date Night Robbery

Kaitlyn Smith

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Moorhead, Minnesota woman, Kaitlyn Smith, is now facing felony charges after allegedly setting up her date for a brutal robbery. According to court documents, the male victim had been dating Smith for about a month when, on August 26th, she picked him up and drove him to a residence at… Continue reading Moorhead Woman Faces Felony Charges for Allegedly Orchestrating Date Night Robbery

Fargo Man Faces Felony Charges for Alleged $4,000 Credit Card Fraud at Auto Parts Store

Preston Wren

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Preston Wren, a resident of Fargo, is now facing serious criminal charges after allegedly using another person’s credit card to place nearly $4,000 worth of orders at a local auto parts store. The charges against Wren include a felony for unauthorized use of personal identifying information and a misdemeanor for theft of… Continue reading Fargo Man Faces Felony Charges for Alleged $4,000 Credit Card Fraud at Auto Parts Store

Fort Totten Man Faces Felony Burglary Charge After Violent Incident in Devils Lake Apartment

Fort Totten Man Faces Felony Burglary Charge After Violent Incident in Devils Lake Apartment

DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Jaden Whitetail, a resident of Fort Totten, North Dakota, is facing a felony burglary charge following a violent incident in an apartment located above Nelly’s Bar in downtown Devils Lake. According to court documents, Whitetail allegedly kicked open the door to the apartment while the victims were seated at a… Continue reading Fort Totten Man Faces Felony Burglary Charge After Violent Incident in Devils Lake Apartment

Arrest Made in Deadly Duluth Apartment Fire: Suspect Faces Multiple Charges

Arrest Made in Deadly Duluth Apartment Fire: Suspect Faces Multiple Charges

DULUTH, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Over a month after the tragic discovery of 25-year-old Maxton Gudowski’s body in a burned-out apartment on North 47th Avenue East, Duluth Police have made an arrest. On Sunday morning, authorities announced that 25-year-old Tyler Edwards has been taken into custody. The fire, which occurred on July 25 in Duluth’s Lakeside… Continue reading Arrest Made in Deadly Duluth Apartment Fire: Suspect Faces Multiple Charges

Thief River Falls Man Pleads Not Guilty to Meth Sale Charges, Faces Up to 20 Years in Prison

James Richard Shaugabay

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – James Richard Shaugabay, a 33-year-old man from Thief River Falls, has pleaded not guilty to charges of third-degree felony sale of a controlled substance. Shaugabay waived his omnibus hearing on Thursday, August 29, and entered the plea. The charges stem from an incident in May when Shaugabay allegedly sold approximately… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Pleads Not Guilty to Meth Sale Charges, Faces Up to 20 Years in Prison

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

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

Fargo Man Faces Multiple Charges After Fleeing Police in Bizarre Slow-Speed Chase

Kolby A. Deichert

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fargo man is facing a series of charges following a slow-speed chase with police on Sunday evening. The suspect, identified as Kolby A. Deichert, was found passed out behind the wheel of his vehicle in Fargo. When officers arrived at the scene, they were prepared, placing spike strips by the… Continue reading Fargo Man Faces Multiple Charges After Fleeing Police in Bizarre Slow-Speed Chase

Fargo Man Arrested for Alleged Midnight Assault, Faces Felony Charges

Brody Jerome Gray

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a disturbing incident, Brody Jerome Gray of Fargo is facing serious legal consequences after being charged with felony aggravated assault and domestic violence. The charges stem from an alleged attack on a woman at a Fargo residence just after midnight on August 24th. According to court documents, police were dispatched… Continue reading Fargo Man Arrested for Alleged Midnight Assault, Faces Felony Charges

Moorhead Man Faces Felony Charges After Alleged Assault on Woman

Moorhead Man Faces Felony Charges After Alleged Assault on Woman

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Moorhead, Minnesota man is facing serious legal consequences after being charged with felony assault for allegedly attacking a woman in the town. Leonard E. King has been charged with two felony counts: domestic assault with two or more prior convictions and another assault charge, according to court documents. The incident… Continue reading Moorhead Man Faces Felony Charges After Alleged Assault on Woman

Devils Lake Woman Faces Felony Charges for Terrorizing at Fargo Homeless Shelter

Devils Lake Woman Faces Felony Charges for Terrorizing at Fargo Homeless Shelter

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Devils Lake woman is facing serious legal trouble after an incident at a Fargo homeless shelter led to her being charged with felony terrorizing. Tammy L. Jones, a resident of Devils Lake, was charged following an altercation at the Downtown Engagement Center in Fargo. According to court documents, the incident… Continue reading Devils Lake Woman Faces Felony Charges for Terrorizing at Fargo Homeless Shelter

Bemidji Man Faces Additional Felony Theft Charge Amid Ongoing Robbery Case

Landon N. Lovejoy

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Bemidji man already facing a robbery charge has now been slapped with an additional felony theft charge. Landon N. Lovejoy admitted to authorities that he stole an eBike from an individual who was in jail and subsequently sold it to another party, according to the criminal complaint. Lovejoy, who is… Continue reading Bemidji Man Faces Additional Felony Theft Charge Amid Ongoing Robbery Case

Hatton Woman Faces Felony Charge After Pointing Gun at Deputy During 911 Call

Hatton Woman Faces Felony Charge After Pointing Gun at Deputy During 911 Call

HATTON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – An armed Hatton, North Dakota has been charged, after she called 911 and then allegedly pointed the weapon at a deputy. an armed homeowner is facing a felony level reckless endangerment charge in Hatton North Dakota according to court documents on August 19th at 5:26 a.m. Sarah Prychodzko of Hatton called… Continue reading Hatton Woman Faces Felony Charge After Pointing Gun at Deputy During 911 Call

Minnesota Man Faces Felony Charges for Alleged Online Solicitation and Distribution of Sexual Material to a Minor

Da'Jon D. Matanah

CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 26-year-old man from Crookston, Minnesota, Da’Jon D. Matanah, is facing two serious felony charges after allegedly engaging in illicit conversations with a minor via the internet. According to court documents, he has been charged with soliciting child through electronic communications to engage in sexual conduct and distributing via electronic communications… Continue reading Minnesota Man Faces Felony Charges for Alleged Online Solicitation and Distribution of Sexual Material to a Minor

Florida Man Working in Warroad, MN, Faces Felony Charge After Alleged Knife Threat

Avila S. Reycel

WARROAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Avila S. Reycel, a resident of West Palm Beach, Florida, and currently working in Warroad, Minnesota, is now facing a felony charge following a knife-threatening incident in the town. According to court documents, the incident occurred on August 17th at 1:13 a.m. when police were dispatched to McKenzie Street Northeast at… Continue reading Florida Man Working in Warroad, MN, Faces Felony Charge After Alleged Knife Threat

White Earth Woman Charged with Felony Assault After Violent Retaliation Incident

Kaylynn Lea Jackson

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Kaylynn Lea Jackson, 20, from rural White Earth Village, faces a felony third-degree assault charge in Becker County District Court following a violent altercation on June 17. Court records reveal that a special agent from the White Earth Police Department responded to an incident on Loon Drive in Ogema, where a… Continue reading White Earth Woman Charged with Felony Assault After Violent Retaliation Incident

Lake Park Man Faces Felony Charges for Issuing Dishonored Check and Theft

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Bruce Lee Johnson, 55, of Lake Park, has been charged in Becker County District Court with felony issuing a dishonored check and felony theft. The charges stem from an incident on August 18, 2023, where Johnson allegedly rented a trailer from Swanson’s Rental using a check for $1,000 written on… Continue reading Lake Park Man Faces Felony Charges for Issuing Dishonored Check and Theft

🚨 North Dakota Woman Faces Multiple Felony Charges After Dramatic Arrest in Pembina 🚨

🚨 North Dakota Woman Faces Multiple Felony Charges After Dramatic Arrest in Pembina 🚨

PEMBINA, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Erin H. Parker of Cavalier, North Dakota, is now facing three serious felony charges following a chaotic incident in the city of Pembina. According to court documents, on August 20th, just before 1 p.m., officers responded to a call regarding a disturbance at a local residence. Parker allegedly entered the home… Continue reading 🚨 North Dakota Woman Faces Multiple Felony Charges After Dramatic Arrest in Pembina 🚨

📰 Former Congressman George Santos Pleads Guilty to Corruption Charges, Faces Up to 22 Years in Prison 📰

George Santos

CENTRAL ISLIP, New York (trfnews.i234.me) – Former U.S. Representative George Santos, once a rising star in Republican politics, pleaded guilty on August 19 to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft, crimes that could lead to a prison sentence of up to 22 years. Santos, who was expelled from Congress in 2023 after a series of… Continue reading 📰 Former Congressman George Santos Pleads Guilty to Corruption Charges, Faces Up to 22 Years in Prison 📰

Repeat Offender: Drayton Man Faces New Felony Charges After High-Speed Chase Ends in Grand Forks

Shawn Bjerke

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Shawn Bjerke of Drayton, North Dakota, is facing a new series of felony charges following a high-speed chase that took place on Sunday night. The pursuit, which began in Traill County and ended in Grand Forks, resulted in significant damage to several law enforcement vehicles before Bjerke was apprehended. He… Continue reading Repeat Offender: Drayton Man Faces New Felony Charges After High-Speed Chase Ends in Grand Forks

Bar Brawl Ends in Felony Charge: Homeless Teen Faces Aggravated Assault in Devils Lake

Nathaniel T. Modica

DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A 19-year-old homeless man, Nathaniel T. Modica, is now facing a felony aggravated assault charge after a violent altercation at Nellie’s Bar in Devils Lake, North Dakota. On August 17th, officers responded to a medical emergency at the bar and found a male victim unconscious with a severe head wound.… Continue reading Bar Brawl Ends in Felony Charge: Homeless Teen Faces Aggravated Assault in Devils Lake

Grafton Man Faces Felony Stalking Charge for Violating No-Contact Order

Craig Thomas Cudmore

GRAFTON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Craig Thomas Cudmore of Grafton, North Dakota, is now facing a felony charge of stalking after repeatedly violating a no-contact order against him. Court documents reveal that between June and July 31st of this year, Cudmore made multiple unwanted contacts with the adult victim, despite a prior offense. The latest allegations… Continue reading Grafton Man Faces Felony Stalking Charge for Violating No-Contact Order

Fargo Man Faces Felony Charge After Brutal Baseball Bat Attack

Lonnie Herron

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Lonnie Herron of Fargo, North Dakota, is now facing a felony aggravated assault charge following a violent altercation on August 6. According to court documents, officers were dispatched to the 400 block of Broadway North, where they discovered two men engaged in a fight. Surveillance footage reviewed by the authorities revealed… Continue reading Fargo Man Faces Felony Charge After Brutal Baseball Bat Attack

UPDATE: Man Faces Charges for Allegedly Strangling Brother to Death in Cass Lake, Minnesota

CASS LAKE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Arthur James Jones has been charged with 2nd Degree Murder in the Saturday strangulation death of his brother north of Cass Lake, Minnesota.

Bismarck Man Released on Bond Launches Brutal Attack, Faces Attempted Murder Charges

Jeremy Krueger-Grinnell

BISMARCK, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Just four hours after being released on a domestic assault charge, Jeremy Krueger-Grinnell, 33, was arrested again, this time for a brutal assault that nearly turned deadly. On Thursday night, August 16, in Bismarck, Krueger-Grinnell allegedly strangled his girlfriend until she lost consciousness. When a 43-year-old neighbor intervened, Krueger-Grinnell responded with… Continue reading Bismarck Man Released on Bond Launches Brutal Attack, Faces Attempted Murder Charges

Grand Forks Man Busted with Nearly 15 Pounds of Meth Faces 20 Years in Prison

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man, Walter Dane Carlson, 60, is staring down a potential 20-year prison sentence after authorities discovered nearly 15 pounds of methamphetamine in his Belmont Road home. On Monday, August 12, the Grand Forks Narcotics Task Force, along with the Pine to Prairie Drug Task Force, executed a… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Busted with Nearly 15 Pounds of Meth Faces 20 Years in Prison

Fargo Man Barricades Himself in Woman’s Apartment After Break-In, Faces Felony Charges

Zakariya Abdikarim

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Zakariya Abdikarim of Fargo is now facing serious criminal charges after a dramatic incident on August 7th. According to court documents, Abdikarim allegedly broke into a woman’s apartment, causing $200 in damages. When multiple officers responded to the disturbance, Abdikarim barricaded himself inside the apartment, refusing to come out. Police were… Continue reading Fargo Man Barricades Himself in Woman’s Apartment After Break-In, Faces Felony Charges

Fargo Teen Faces 9 Felony Charges for Gun Threats and Sexual Assault

Carter Hammer

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Carter Hammer, a 19-year-old from Fargo, is now facing nine felony charges related to gun threats and sexual assault across three separate incidents. According to court records, Hammer allegedly brandished a gun or BB gun at a group of people on University Drive in Fargo on Monday, leading to four felony… Continue reading Fargo Teen Faces 9 Felony Charges for Gun Threats and Sexual Assault

Inmate Faces New Charges After Brutal Stabbing of Corrections Officer in Park Rapids Jail

Cole Pigeon

PARK RAPIDS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Cole Pigeon, a convicted felon from Bayport, Minnesota, is now facing four additional felony assault charges after a vicious attack on a corrections officer at the Hubbard County Jail in Park Rapids. According to the criminal complaint, Pigeon used a makeshift weapon—a piece of metal fashioned into a shiv from… Continue reading Inmate Faces New Charges After Brutal Stabbing of Corrections Officer in Park Rapids Jail

East Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Felonies After Violent Break-In at Ex-Girlfriend’s Apartment

William St. Pierre

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – William St. Pierre of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, is facing three felony charges after a disturbing incident at his ex-girlfriend’s apartment in Grand Forks. St. Pierre allegedly shattered a sliding glass door to gain entry, stormed into her bedroom, and accused her of infidelity. During the confrontation, he reportedly covered… Continue reading East Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Felonies After Violent Break-In at Ex-Girlfriend’s Apartment

Tragic Turn: Driver Faces Homicide Charge After Fatal North Dakota Crash

Tragic Turn: Driver Faces Homicide Charge After Fatal North Dakota Crash

RANSOM CO., N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – In a devastating update, charges are being upgraded against 37-year-old Amber Patel of Oakes, North Dakota, following a fatal crash near Lisbon on Tuesday afternoon. Initially charged with criminal vehicular injury, Patel now faces a more severe charge of criminal vehicular homicide. The North Dakota Highway Patrol reports that Patel… Continue reading Tragic Turn: Driver Faces Homicide Charge After Fatal North Dakota Crash

Plummer Man Faces Felony Charges for Allegedly Abusing Boy Over Three Years

Chad Dean Stanford

Plummer, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Chad Dean Stanford, 45, of Plummer, has been charged with three felony counts of second-degree criminal sexual conduct after allegedly sexually abusing a boy for nearly three years. The charges were filed in Red Lake County District Court on August 2. According to the complaint, the abuse came to light following… Continue reading Plummer Man Faces Felony Charges for Allegedly Abusing Boy Over Three Years

“You’re Fired!”—Fargo Woman Faces Felony Charges After Brutal Attack on Boss

"You're Fired!"—Fargo Woman Faces Felony Charges After Brutal Attack on Boss

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – On August 9th, a routine termination meeting at an IHOP in Fargo turned violent when Naccara Perry, upon being informed of her dismissal, allegedly launched a brutal assault on her boss. According to court records, the confrontation began in a private office with the regional manager on the phone. After being… Continue reading “You’re Fired!”—Fargo Woman Faces Felony Charges After Brutal Attack on Boss

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

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

Deputy Charged with DWI After Squad Car Crash; Also Faces Discrimination Lawsuit

WILLMAR, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Christopher Todd Flatten, a 39-year-old Kandiyohi County sheriff’s deputy from Atwater, is facing multiple charges following a squad vehicle crash on July 18. Flatten, who was on duty at the time, has been summoned to appear in Kandiyohi County District Court on September 4 for a gross misdemeanor charge of third-degree driving… Continue reading Deputy Charged with DWI After Squad Car Crash; Also Faces Discrimination Lawsuit

Fort Totten Man Arrested After Seven-Hour Standoff, Faces Multiple Felony Charges

Collin Wade Posey

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Collin Wade Posey, 32, from Fort Totten, was apprehended by Grand Forks law enforcement after a tense seven-hour standoff on July 22. Posey now faces three Class C felony charges: burglary, preventing arrest, and criminal mischief, which together could result in up to five years in prison. The incident began… Continue reading Fort Totten Man Arrested After Seven-Hour Standoff, Faces Multiple Felony Charges

Moorhead Man Faces 15-Year Sentence After Pleading Guilty to Massive Meth Distribution Operation

Jamie White

MINNEAPOLIS (trfnews.i234.me) – Jamie White, a 46-year-old man from Moorhead, has pleaded guilty in federal court in Minneapolis to distributing over 500 grams of methamphetamine between April 2023 and February 2024. During a search of his home last October, authorities discovered more than 400 grams of fentanyl powder laced with the dangerous tranquilizer xylazine, while… Continue reading Moorhead Man Faces 15-Year Sentence After Pleading Guilty to Massive Meth Distribution Operation

Armed Robbery Foiled: Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Charges

Ian Kramchuck

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Authorities have officially charged Ian Kramchuck, 20, in connection with an early Monday morning armed robbery in Grand Forks. The incident occurred at the P Serve, formerly Valley Dairy, at the corner of University Avenue and Washington Street around 3:30 a.m. on Monday. According to the affidavit, Kramchuck entered the… Continue reading Armed Robbery Foiled: Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Charges

Naked Intruder at Fargo’s Microsoft Office Faces Criminal Charges

Spencer Dietrich

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a bizarre incident at Microsoft’s Fargo office, Spencer Dietrich faces felony charges after allegedly trespassing and stripping naked. On August 9th, police responded to reports of an intruder at the office on Great Plains Court. Dietrich claimed he entered through an unlocked door and proceeded to search for promotional materials,… Continue reading Naked Intruder at Fargo’s Microsoft Office Faces Criminal Charges

Charges Filed After Fatal Shooting in Frazee: Willis McDonald Faces Murder and Manslaughter Counts

Willis McDonald

BECKER COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – New details have emerged regarding the early Saturday morning shooting near Acorn Lake along Highway 10, west of Frazee, Minnesota. Formal charges have been filed against Willis McDonald of Frazee in the shooting death of Arlen Bergstrom Jr. of Detroit Lakes. McDonald has been charged with Second-Degree Murder without intent… Continue reading Charges Filed After Fatal Shooting in Frazee: Willis McDonald Faces Murder and Manslaughter Counts

Shocking Details Emerge: Homeless Suspect Faces Six Felony Charges After Downtown Fargo Stabbing Spree

Michael Hurteau

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – New details have surfaced about the violent incident in downtown Fargo on Sunday afternoon, which occurred shortly after the Pride Parade. The suspect, Michael Hurteau, who is homeless, now faces six felony charges, including two counts of attempted murder, three counts of aggravated assault, and one count of terrorizing. According to… Continue reading Shocking Details Emerge: Homeless Suspect Faces Six Felony Charges After Downtown Fargo Stabbing Spree

Devils Lake Man with Lengthy Rap Sheet Faces New Felony Charges After Breaking into Home

Devin Laducer

DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Devils Lake, North Dakota man with a substantial criminal history is back in legal trouble. Devin Laducer has been charged with two new felonies—burglary and criminal trespass. According to court documents, the charges stem from an incident on August 6th, when Laducer was forcibly removed from a residence where… Continue reading Devils Lake Man with Lengthy Rap Sheet Faces New Felony Charges After Breaking into Home

Wahpeton Man Faces Felony Charges for Poisoning Dog with Antifreeze

Wahpeton Man Faces Felony Charges for Poisoning Dog with Antifreeze

WAHPETON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Wahpeton resident, Jose Manuel Ozuna Jr., has been charged with felony animal cruelty after a disturbing Snapchat video surfaced, showing him allegedly pouring antifreeze into a dog’s food and water bowls. The incident, which took place on August 2nd at 215 Second Street North, was reported to the authorities by… Continue reading Wahpeton Man Faces Felony Charges for Poisoning Dog with Antifreeze

Karlstad Woman Faces Additional Charges After Burglary Arrest: Check Forgery and Counterfeit Allegations Surface

Ashley Bothum

KITTSON COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Earlier this week, we reported that 36-year-old Ashley Bothum of Karlstad, Minnesota, was charged with burglary and theft related to an incident at a Hallock Eye Clinic where she was employed. Authorities cracked that case using hidden security cameras. Now, Bothum is facing additional charges in a separate case. Court… Continue reading Karlstad Woman Faces Additional Charges After Burglary Arrest: Check Forgery and Counterfeit Allegations Surface

Woman Faces Charges in Hallock, Minnesota After Authorities Set a Trap

Ashley Bothum

HALLOCK, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Ashley Bothum, a 36-year-old resident of Karlstad, Minnesota, is facing a felony burglary charge and a misdemeanor theft charge in Hallock, Minnesota. According to court documents, a small safe was reported stolen from the Valley Vision Eye Clinic in Hallock on June 10th. Additionally, small amounts of money had been going… Continue reading Woman Faces Charges in Hallock, Minnesota After Authorities Set a Trap

Fargo Woman Faces Multiple Charges After Moving Deceased Man’s Body and Stealing from Him

Fargo Woman Faces Multiple Charges After Moving Deceased Man's Body and Stealing from Him

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a disturbing case out of Fargo, Terri Nesemeier has been charged with several crimes after allegedly moving the body of a deceased man, Jeff Siemienieski, into his apartment and then stealing from him. Nesemeier, who was helping Siemienieski move into his apartment, is facing charges including two counts of theft… Continue reading Fargo Woman Faces Multiple Charges After Moving Deceased Man’s Body and Stealing from Him

Pair Faces Felony Charges for Allegedly Cashing $3,500 in Counterfeit Checks in Grand Forks

Jenny Langaas

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Kurt Johnson of Grand Forks and Jenny Langaas of Grafton are facing serious criminal charges after allegedly cashing over $3,500 worth of counterfeit checks at various businesses in Grand Forks. The pair is charged with felony counts of conspiracy to commit unauthorized use of personal identifying information, unauthorized use of… Continue reading Pair Faces Felony Charges for Allegedly Cashing $3,500 in Counterfeit Checks in Grand Forks

Homeless Woman in Grand Forks Faces Multiple Charges After Knife Incident

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A 20-year-old homeless woman in Grand Forks, Katie Bennerotte, is facing a series of criminal charges after a knife-wielding incident on August 5th. According to court documents, Bennerotte is charged with three felony counts of terrorizing, as well as misdemeanors for obstruction of a government function, attempted simple assault, and… Continue reading Homeless Woman in Grand Forks Faces Multiple Charges After Knife Incident

Grand Forks Man Faces Felony Burglary and Multiple Charges

Larry Decoteau

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Larry J. Decoteau from Grand Forks is facing several criminal charges following an incident on August 3rd. The Grand Forks police responded to a burglary report, and a witness directed them to Decoteau, who was found walking with a bicycle. Decoteau admitted to pushing in a window air conditioner and… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Felony Burglary and Multiple Charges

Fargo Woman Arrested After Moving Body of Deceased Man, Faces Multiple Charges

Terri Nesemeier

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Fargo police responded to a report of a deceased individual at an apartment building in the 1300 block of Oak Manor Avenue South on Tuesday at 1:40 p.m. Upon arrival, officers suspected the body had been moved postmortem and launched an investigation. The Criminal Investigations Division identified a suspect, 26-year-old Fargo… Continue reading Fargo Woman Arrested After Moving Body of Deceased Man, Faces Multiple Charges

Brooks Man Faces Multiple Felonies After Dramatic Grocery Store Burglary

Cody Eldene Landrus

Oklee, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Brooks man has been charged in Red Lake County District Court after he allegedly burglarized an Oklee grocery store and then threatened a sheriff’s deputy with a large knife. Another man has been charged since he allegedly knew about the crime. Cody Eldene Landrus, 33, has been charged with felony… Continue reading Brooks Man Faces Multiple Felonies After Dramatic Grocery Store Burglary

Minnesota Man Faces Major Sex Crime Charges in Otter Tail County

OTTER TAIL COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – 61-year-old Peter Todd Rodriguez of Landfall, Minnesota, is facing major sex crime charges in Otter Tail County. According to court documents, on August 3rd, Rodriguez allegedly forcibly raped a woman at a rural Otter Tail County residence. During the incident, his pickup truck crashed into the home, causing significant… Continue reading Minnesota Man Faces Major Sex Crime Charges in Otter Tail County

Bemidji Man Faces Felony Charge for Fleeing Police

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – 19-year-old Matthew D. Reierson of Bemidji, Minnesota, has been charged with felony fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle. According to court documents, the incident occurred on August 4th at 7:15 PM. A deputy was investigating complaints about reckless dirt bike riders on Cardinal Road Northwest when Reierson was spotted.… Continue reading Bemidji Man Faces Felony Charge for Fleeing Police

FBI Fugitive Collin Posey Faces Charges After Dramatic Standoff in Grand Forks

Collin Wade Posey

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Charges have been filed against 32-year-old Collin Posey following a tense standoff on July 22nd in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Posey, wanted by the FBI for drug-related offenses, was seen fleeing from authorities and diving into an open apartment window. The apartment’s tenant reported an unauthorized entry, prompting a major… Continue reading FBI Fugitive Collin Posey Faces Charges After Dramatic Standoff in Grand Forks

Warroad Man Faces Multiple Charges After Knife Assault

WARROAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Matthew Powassin of Warroad, Minnesota, is facing multiple criminal charges following a violent incident on July 31st. According to court documents, police responded to a residence where a female victim reported that Powassin was banging on her door with a knife in his hand. The victim stated that Powassin stabbed the… Continue reading Warroad Man Faces Multiple Charges After Knife Assault

Fargo Man Faces Felony Charges After Traffic Stop Reveals Stolen Welder

Luis Elizondo

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fargo man, Luis Elizondo, is facing multiple criminal charges following a traffic stop that uncovered a stolen welder valued at $6,000. According to court documents, Elizondo was pulled over on the 900 block of 9th Avenue South due to the lack of license tabs on his pickup. The police noted… Continue reading Fargo Man Faces Felony Charges After Traffic Stop Reveals Stolen Welder

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

Bagley Man Faces Felony Charge for Assaulting Doctor During Overdose Treatment

Red Eagle Goodwin

DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Red Eagle Goodwin of Bagley, Minnesota, is facing a felony charge for allegedly assaulting a doctor while being treated for a possible overdose. According to court documents, Goodwin was arrested by White Earth officers in rural Becker County on July 28th due to an outstanding felony warrant from Monoman County.… Continue reading Bagley Man Faces Felony Charge for Assaulting Doctor During Overdose Treatment

Warroad Man Faces Robbery Charge After Losing $100 Pool Bet

Darrin Perkins

WARROAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Warroad, Minnesota man is facing felony charges after allegedly resorting to violence over a lost pool game. Darrin Perkins, 49, has been charged with felony simple robbery and misdemeanor assault. According to court documents, the incident occurred in the early hours of August 2nd. Perkins lost a $100 pool bet… Continue reading Warroad Man Faces Robbery Charge After Losing $100 Pool Bet

🚨 Fort Totten Man Faces Second-Degree Murder Charge After Spirit Lake Reservation Lockdown

Kolby Jae McKay

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Kolby Jae McKay, a Fort Totten resident, is facing a second-degree murder charge following an incident that led to an April lockdown on the Spirit Lake Reservation. Authorities announced a search for McKay on April 4, and he surrendered by April 8, according to a statement from the Spirit Lake… Continue reading 🚨 Fort Totten Man Faces Second-Degree Murder Charge After Spirit Lake Reservation Lockdown

Bemidji Woman Faces Charges for Assaulting Sweet Corn Vendor

Arieyana J. White

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On August 1st, 2024, 20-year-old Arieyana J. White from Bemidji was charged with felony simple robbery, gross misdemeanor counterfeiting of currency, and misdemeanor assault. The charges stem from an incident that occurred at the Stitsworth Meats parking lot. Around 1:20 p.m., officers responded to a report of an assault involving a… Continue reading Bemidji Woman Faces Charges for Assaulting Sweet Corn Vendor

Moorhead Man Faces Charges for Indecent Exposure

Dale Alvin Berneking

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Dale Alvin Berneking, a 79-year-old resident of Moorhead, Minnesota, has been charged with criminal indecent exposure. The charges stem from an incident on June 24, 2024, when police were called to 1418 12th Street North in Moorhead. They found Berneking sitting in a lawn chair, reading a newspaper with his genitals… Continue reading Moorhead Man Faces Charges for Indecent Exposure

🚮 Twin Valley Man Faces Felony for Illegal Dumping of Hazardous Waste

TWIN VALLEY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Joshua Jacob Jokinen of Twin Valley, Minnesota, is facing a felony charge for the illegal dumping of hazardous waste, along with a petty misdemeanor for unlawful disposal of garbage. The charges stem from an incident on June 20, 2024, when the Twin Valley Chief of Police was dispatched to the… Continue reading 🚮 Twin Valley Man Faces Felony for Illegal Dumping of Hazardous Waste

Fargo Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges for Attempted Arson and Domestic Violence

Christopher Plentychief

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Christopher Plentychief, a Fargo resident, is facing six felony charges following an alleged attempt to set fire to an apartment building at 901 42nd Street South on July 28th. According to court documents, Plentychief threatened his former girlfriend with a knife, prevented her from calling 911, poured lighter fluid on the… Continue reading Fargo Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges for Attempted Arson and Domestic Violence

Swiping Justice: Ex-Bemidji State Basketball Player Faces Probation for Sex Assault on a Minor

Swiping Justice: Ex-Bemidji State Basketball Player Faces Probation for Sex Assault on a Minor

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a shocking turn of events, Colin Schaefer, a former basketball player at Bemidji State University, has been sentenced to three years of supervised probation following his guilty plea in the alleged sexual assault case involving a juvenile. The 24-year-old Sun Prairie, Wisconsin native met the 15-year-old victim through popular dating… Continue reading Swiping Justice: Ex-Bemidji State Basketball Player Faces Probation for Sex Assault on a Minor

Kolby McKay Faces Second-Degree Murder Charge in Fort Totten

Kolby McKay Faces Second-Degree Murder Charge in Fort Totten

FORT TOTTEN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Kolby McKay of Fort Totten, North Dakota, has been formally charged with second-degree murder in federal court. This follows a previous indictment for assault with a dangerous weapon and assault of a spouse or intimate partner by strangulation. The murder charge relates to an incident on or around April 3,… Continue reading Kolby McKay Faces Second-Degree Murder Charge in Fort Totten

Fosston, Minnesota Man Faces Charges After Firing Handgun and Threatening Woman

FOSSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Kevin K. Spong of Fosston, Minnesota, has been charged with felony reckless discharge of a firearm within a municipality and gross misdemeanor domestic assault. On July 26, 2024, Spong allegedly fired a .45 caliber handgun into the floor of his home’s front porch. Following this, he reportedly threatened to beat the… Continue reading Fosston, Minnesota Man Faces Charges After Firing Handgun and Threatening Woman

Burglary Spree in Fargo: Thony Green Faces Felony Charges

Thony Green

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Thony Green, a Fargo resident, is charged with two felony counts of burglary and one misdemeanor count of fentanyl possession. According to court documents, two homes were broken into on July 28th. One incident occurred on the 1000 block of University Drive North, and the other nearby on the 1300 block… Continue reading Burglary Spree in Fargo: Thony Green Faces Felony Charges

Fargo Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges After Assaulting Officers

Channing Douglas Raftevold

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Channing Douglas Raftevold of Fargo is confronting a series of felony charges following a violent encounter with police officers. On July 24, officers were called to a Fargo residence where Raftevold allegedly damaged a female family member’s iPhone. During his arrest, Raftevold reportedly resisted and assaulted the officers, also making threats… Continue reading Fargo Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges After Assaulting Officers

Crookston Man Faces Trial for Alleged Kidnapping and Assault in Grand Forks

Angel Alberto Torres-Sosa

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Angel Alberto Torres-Sosa, 32, of Crookston, is set to stand trial later this year in Grand Forks on four felony charges, including kidnapping and attempted gross sexual imposition by using force, both Class A felonies with a maximum 20-year sentence in North Dakota. He also faces charges of aggravated assault… Continue reading Crookston Man Faces Trial for Alleged Kidnapping and Assault in Grand Forks

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

A West Fargo Man Faces Felony Charges for Stolen ATVs

Deandre M. Blades

WEST FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Deandre M. Blades of West Fargo is facing felony theft charges after being found in possession of a stolen ATV, as per court documents filed on July 24th. West Fargo police had been investigating the theft of two ATVs from local dealerships when they discovered one of the stolen vehicles… Continue reading A West Fargo Man Faces Felony Charges for Stolen ATVs

Grand Forks Woman Faces Felony Theft Charge After Multiple Offenses

Melissa Nelson

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – 34-year-old Melissa A. Nelson of Grand Forks is now facing a felony theft charge due to a series of shoplifting incidents. According to court records, on July 26, 2024, Nelson was involved in an incident at Hugo’s on South Washington Street in Grand Forks. Officers responded to a call about… Continue reading Grand Forks Woman Faces Felony Theft Charge After Multiple Offenses

Fargo Woman Faces Multiple Felony Charges After High-Speed Chase

Tiffany Pike

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) –  Tiffany A. Pike from Fargo is facing multiple felony charges following a high-speed chase on July 24, 2024. Pike initially fled from a traffic stop after running a stop sign. The pursuit was terminated by the officer due to her high-speed driving through a residential area on A Street North. Later,… Continue reading Fargo Woman Faces Multiple Felony Charges After High-Speed Chase

Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Felonies After High-Speed Police Chase

Shawn Schweigert

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man is facing numerous felony charges following a dramatic police chase through the city on Saturday night. High-Speed Pursuit Officers attempted to stop 32-year-old Shawn Schweigert after noticing his vehicle had two different license plates. Instead of pulling over, Schweigert sped off despite the patrol vehicle’s lights… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Felonies After High-Speed Police Chase

Faux Cop’s Wild Encounter: Fargo Man Faces Charges for Entering Apartment

Oniba Karlo

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – On July 23rd at approximately 8:00 p.m., Oniba Karlo of Fargo allegedly entered a woman’s apartment and falsely claimed to be a police officer. According to court documents, Karlo refused to leave the apartment after being asked multiple times. During the incident, one of the victims managed to take a photo… Continue reading Faux Cop’s Wild Encounter: Fargo Man Faces Charges for Entering Apartment

Crookston Man Jacob Else Faces Four Felony Charges After Violent Arrest

Jacob Else

CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jacob Else of Crookston, Minnesota, was arrested this week in a dramatic encounter captured on video by a TRF News viewer. The arrest occurred following an investigation into a stolen Apple Watch that pinged at Else’s apartment. Else, who was already on probation, initially claimed he received the watch from a… Continue reading Crookston Man Jacob Else Faces Four Felony Charges After Violent Arrest

Intruder Alert: Baudette Man Faces Felony Charges After Home Invasion Drama

BAUDETTE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Peter T. Medved, a resident of Baudette, Minnesota, is confronting serious legal troubles with two counts of first-degree burglary and threats of violence. According to court records from July 25th, a female victim reported that her ex-boyfriend, Peter T. Medved, forcibly entered her home through a locked door at 5:42 a.m.… Continue reading Intruder Alert: Baudette Man Faces Felony Charges After Home Invasion Drama

Detroit Lakes Woman Faces Felony Shoplifting Charge in Fargo

Angela Elizabeth Johnson

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

Sturgis Man on the Run: Joshua Ray Schultz Faces Felony Theft Charges

Joshua Ray Schultz

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Joshua Ray Schultz, 26, from Sturgis, Michigan, is now facing felony theft charges in Becker County District Court. Court records reveal that on May 31, Schultz allegedly stole a motorcycle from an Audubon resident, identified by the initials M.L.J., and sped off eastbound on Highway 10. This latest charge follows… Continue reading Sturgis Man on the Run: Joshua Ray Schultz Faces Felony Theft Charges

Audubon Man Faces Felony Theft Charges: Anthony Lee Stands Accused of Check Swindle

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Anthony Lee Stands, 31, from Audubon, has been charged with felony theft by swindle in Becker County District Court. The charges stem from an alleged check forgery incident reported on April 17. According to court records, Stands deposited a $3,400 check from a vehicle sale into the bank account of… Continue reading Audubon Man Faces Felony Theft Charges: Anthony Lee Stands Accused of Check Swindle

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

🚨 Parade Chaos: Greenbush Man Faces Charges for Endangering Crowd in Roseau

Bradley V. Kaml

ROSEAU, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Bradley V. Kaml, a 31-year-old resident of Greenbush, Minnesota, is facing serious criminal charges after allegedly endangering a crowd at a parade in Roseau. On July 24th at approximately 4:40 p.m., Kaml drove his vehicle at speeds of 40 to 50 mph near spectators, putting between 50 to 100 people at… Continue reading 🚨 Parade Chaos: Greenbush Man Faces Charges for Endangering Crowd in Roseau

Burglary Suspect Faces Multiple Charges After Threatening Deputy with Knife

Cody Eldene Landrus

OKLEE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Cody Landrus, 33, of Brooks, Minnesota, is facing multiple charges following an incident at E & J Grocery in Oklee. On the night of July 21st, Red Lake County deputies responded to a burglary alarm at the store. Upon arrival, they spotted Landrus fleeing the scene, holding items including cigarettes and… Continue reading Burglary Suspect Faces Multiple Charges After Threatening Deputy with Knife

New York Man Faces Charges After Allegedly Ramming Car in Minnesota

Hector Morales-Pagen

FRAZEE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Hector Morales-Pagen, a 26-year-old from Amsterdam, New York, is facing serious criminal charges in Frazee, Minnesota, after allegedly crashing into a vehicle driven by the victim. According to court documents, the incident occurred on July 20th, when a Becker County Deputy responded to a disturbance. The female victim reported that Morales-Pagen… Continue reading New York Man Faces Charges After Allegedly Ramming Car in Minnesota

Henning Man Faces Felony Charges After Threatening Roommate with Knife

Marlon Ruiz-Natareno

HENNING, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A new roommate situation turned dangerous in Henning, Minnesota. Marlon Ruiz-Natareno, 18, is facing two felony charges: assault with a dangerous weapon and assault with two or more previous convictions within three years. On July 21st, an Otter Tail County deputy responded to a call at a trailer in Henning. According… Continue reading Henning Man Faces Felony Charges After Threatening Roommate with Knife

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

Thief River Falls Man Faces Charges for Attempted Murder and Assault

Paul Gregory Piche

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Paul Gregory Piche Accused of Intentionally Hitting Motorcyclist with Pickup Truck A Pennington County judge is set to hear the case of Paul Gregory Piche, 37, from Thief River Falls, who is accused of intentionally hitting a motorcyclist with his pickup truck in May 2022. Piche faces multiple charges, including:… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Faces Charges for Attempted Murder and Assault

Crookston Man Faces Charges After Dirt Bike Crash

Richard John Peck II

CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – 38-year-old Richard John Peck II of Crookston, Minnesota, is facing multiple criminal charges following an incident on the night of July 19th. Peck allegedly crashed his dirt bike into a woman who was walking across the street in the North Acres States trailer court. Charges and Incident Details Felony Charges: Criminal… Continue reading Crookston Man Faces Charges After Dirt Bike Crash

Granite Falls Man Faces Multiple Charges for Alleged Assault and Threats with Firearm

Christ Rud

Marshall County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Christ Rud, 26, of Granite Falls, has been charged with four serious offenses in Marshall County District Court after allegedly pointing a pistol at his pregnant girlfriend and threatening to kill her. The charges against Rud include felony second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon, gross misdemeanor possession of ammunition/firearm due… Continue reading Granite Falls Man Faces Multiple Charges for Alleged Assault and Threats with Firearm

Bemidji Man Faces Felony Assault Charge for Threatening Hospital Security with Handgun

David Joe Villier

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Bemidji man is facing a felony Assault charge, after allegedly threatening a security officer at the hospital with a handgun. David Joe Villier Sr., a 57-year-old from Bemidji, is facing a felony charge of second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon. According to court documents, on July 7th, Villier allegedly threatened a… Continue reading Bemidji Man Faces Felony Assault Charge for Threatening Hospital Security with Handgun

Double Trouble: Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Charges in a Single Night

Double Trouble For Man In Grand Forks Friday Night

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In an eventful Friday night for law enforcement in Grand Forks, Andrew Summers found himself in hot water with the police on multiple occasions. According to Sergeant O’Neal, Summers, whose address is currently unknown, was first pulled over for driving under suspension. Later, around 10:00 p.m., Summers was stopped again… Continue reading Double Trouble: Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Charges in a Single Night

Fargo Man Faces Multiple Charges After Odd Jobs Lead to Missing Cash

Jonathan Peoples

CASS COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Jonathan Peoples, listed with a Fargo address, is facing several criminal charges according to court documents. Peoples was hired to do odd jobs around a Cass County, North Dakota home, during which approximately $1,400 in cash went missing. During the investigation, Peoples allegedly provided officers with a false name and… Continue reading Fargo Man Faces Multiple Charges After Odd Jobs Lead to Missing Cash

Bemidji Man Faces Felony Burglary Charge After Admitting to TV Theft

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Bemidji, Minnesota man is facing a felony burglary charge after confessing to stealing a television from an apartment in town. Doran Neeland, 44, has been charged with felony burglary for an incident that occurred on May 17th. According to the charges, Neeland entered an apartment on the 2900 block of… Continue reading Bemidji Man Faces Felony Burglary Charge After Admitting to TV Theft

Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Charges After Allegedly Threatening to Shoot Woman and Daughter

Preston Davis

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Preston Davis, 32, of Grand Forks, is facing serious criminal charges after allegedly threatening to shoot a woman and her daughter. According to court documents, on the evening of July 15th, officers responded to reports of terroristic threats in the area of 110 Cherry Street. Davis allegedly made threats to… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Charges After Allegedly Threatening to Shoot Woman and Daughter

Drayton Man Faces Felony Charges After Terrifying Main Street Incident

Scary Night On Main Street, Drayton, North Dakota

DRAYTON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Drayton, North Dakota man is facing serious criminal charges after a frightening series of events on Main Street. On the evening of July 14th, 19-year-old Ian Passa allegedly drove up to a group of juveniles and pointed a gun at them. Shortly afterward, he nearly ran over a couple and… Continue reading Drayton Man Faces Felony Charges After Terrifying Main Street Incident

🚨 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

Detroit Lakes man faces felony sex charges

Eneyl Lee Amequita Davila

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

Minnesota State Trooper Faces Charges in Fatal Crash Near Rochester

Minnesota State Trooper Faces Charges in Fatal Crash Near Rochester

ROCHESTER, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Olmsted County Attorney Mark Ostrem announced on Tuesday, July 9, that criminal charges were filed against Shane Roper, a Minnesota state trooper involved in a crash that resulted in five people being injured and the death of 18-year-old Olivia Flores. According to an Olmsted County Attorney news release, Roper is charged… Continue reading Minnesota State Trooper Faces Charges in Fatal Crash Near Rochester

Repeat Offender: Dilworth Man Faces New Domestic Violence Charges in Moorhead

Timothy James Fink

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Timothy James Fink of Dilworth is facing new criminal charges in Moorhead. According to court documents, officers responded to a 911 hang-up call at a Moorhead apartment on July 5th. Fink, who already had a restraining order against him regarding the female in the apartment, was found hiding in the bathroom… Continue reading Repeat Offender: Dilworth Man Faces New Domestic Violence Charges in Moorhead

🪓 Duluth Man Faces Felony Charge After Bizarre Windshield-Smashing Incident in East Grand Forks

Thomas Applebee

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a bizarre criminal case from East Grand Forks, Minnesota, Thomas Applebee of Duluth is facing a felony charge of first-degree criminal damage to property. On July 7th, police responded to a residence where the victim reported that Applebee had smashed his windshield with a metal pipe. Applebee was… Continue reading 🪓 Duluth Man Faces Felony Charge After Bizarre Windshield-Smashing Incident in East Grand Forks

🚨 Bemidji Woman Faces Felony Firearm Charge After Reporting Overdose

Samantha Gourley

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Samantha Gourley of Bemidji is facing a felony firearm charge following an incident on July 8th. Police were called to a Bemidji residence for a drug overdose. According to court documents, Gourley, who made the call, attempted to flee the scene while discarding bags she was carrying. Officers apprehended her, and… Continue reading 🚨 Bemidji Woman Faces Felony Firearm Charge After Reporting Overdose

Crime Spree Chaos: Slayton Man Faces Multiple Charges After Fergus Falls Carjacking

Garhok Gatchay

FERGUS FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 25-year-old man from Slayton, Minnesota, is facing numerous criminal charges after a carjacking incident in Fergus Falls this week. On July 8th, police responded to a report of a man stealing items from the Holiday gas station without paying. According to court documents, the suspect, identified as Garhok Gatchay,… Continue reading Crime Spree Chaos: Slayton Man Faces Multiple Charges After Fergus Falls Carjacking

🚨 Moorhead Man Faces Felony False Imprisonment Charge

Carl L. Hayes Jr.

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Carl L. Hayes Jr. of Moorhead, Minnesota, has been charged with felony false imprisonment (intentional restraint) and misdemeanor domestic assault. According to court documents, on July 4th, Moorhead police were dispatched to a residence after a caller reported hearing yelling, screaming, crying, and sounds of someone being thrown around. The female… Continue reading 🚨 Moorhead Man Faces Felony False Imprisonment Charge

🚨 Tower City Woman Faces Felony Charges After Shotgun Threat

Harley Storhoff

TOWER CITY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Tower City, North Dakota woman, Harley Storhoff, is facing felony charges following a domestic incident. On July 9th, law enforcement was called to a rural location in Tower City. The male victim, visiting from Utah, reported that after he expressed a desire to return to Utah, Storhoff slapped him… Continue reading 🚨 Tower City Woman Faces Felony Charges After Shotgun Threat

Grand Forks Man Faces Felony Charges After Threatening Downtown Bar

Broady W. Cramer

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A 31-year-old Broady W. Cramer of Grand Forks is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly threatening to shoot up a downtown bar. According to court documents, the incident occurred on July 7th at 10:11 p.m. Officers were dispatched to Brick and Barley in downtown Grand Forks following reports of Cramer… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Felony Charges After Threatening Downtown Bar

Fargo Family Feud: Man Faces Charges in Wild Dog Ownership Dispute

Jeffery W. Wood

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fargo man, Jeffrey W. Wood, is facing serious criminal charges after a heated family dispute over dog ownership turned violent. According to court documents, Wood has been charged with felony aggravated assault and misdemeanor reckless endangerment. The incident occurred on July 6th when two male family members reported that Wood… Continue reading Fargo Family Feud: Man Faces Charges in Wild Dog Ownership Dispute

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

Audubon Man Faces Felony Charges After Profane Outburst

James William Varno

Detroit Lakes, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – James William Varno, 56, of Audubon, has been charged in Becker County District Court with felony threats of violence and misdemeanor disorderly conduct. On the evening of April 10, 2024, Varno was arrested after an Audubon police officer witnessed him yelling profanities in the street. Varno, visibly intoxicated, continued his tirade… Continue reading Audubon Man Faces Felony Charges After Profane Outburst

Fargo Man Faces Multiple Burglary Charges

William J. Wright

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – William J. Wright of Fargo is facing serious legal trouble with three counts of felony burglary and one count of misdemeanor theft, according to court records. These charges arise from a series of incidents that occurred in March and April at various locations, including buildings on University Avenue, Northern Pacific Avenue,… Continue reading Fargo Man Faces Multiple Burglary Charges

Fridley Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges After Disturbing Incident in Bemidji

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me)– Saadiq Jamil Jr., an 18-year-old from Fridley, Minnesota, is facing a trio of felony charges following a violent incident on July 1st in Bemidji. According to court documents, Jamil Jr. had an altercation with his girlfriend and prevented her from leaving her apartment. When she eventually left for work, he followed her,… Continue reading Fridley Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges After Disturbing Incident in Bemidji

Crookston Man Faces Additional Charges in Alleged Rape Case

Susano Isaiah Padilla

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Crookston man arrested in October for allegedly raping an intoxicated woman is now facing two additional, related felony charges. Susano Isaiah Padilla, 21, was initially charged with first-degree criminal sexual conduct and third-degree criminal sexual conduct. An amended criminal complaint, filed Tuesday, July 2, added one count of first-degree… Continue reading Crookston Man Faces Additional Charges in Alleged Rape Case

Neche, North Dakota Faces Terrorizing and Reckless Endangerment Charges

NECHE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Neche, North Dakota man is facing a long string of charges, following an alleged drunken incident with a gun.

Cavalier Woman Pleads Not Guilty to Smuggling Drugs into Jail, Faces 20 Years in Prison

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Elaine Alexis Longtine, 26, of Cavalier, waived her preliminary hearing on Monday, June 24, and pleaded not guilty to Class A felony conspiracy to deliver or possess with intent to deliver a controlled substance in a correctional facility. Grand Forks County Correctional Center staff discovered Suboxone film strips hidden inside… Continue reading Cavalier Woman Pleads Not Guilty to Smuggling Drugs into Jail, Faces 20 Years in Prison

Former School Superintendent Faces Federal Child Exploitation Charges

Ryan Baron, Aaron Doss

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Ryan Baron, the former superintendent of the Midkota School District in North Dakota, now faces several federal child exploitation charges. Initially charged with possessing child sexual abuse materials last November, Baron was federally indicted on June 6, the same day his state trial was set for mid-September. The federal case was… Continue reading Former School Superintendent Faces Federal Child Exploitation Charges

Minnesota Couple Faces Court for Allegedly Exploiting Elderly Mother in $275,000 Fraud

MARSHALL COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Strandquist, Minnesota, man appeared in court on June 18 for charges of financial exploitation of a vulnerable adult. Jeffrey Lars McHam, 65, was released without bond on his promise to attend future court proceedings. McHam and his significant other, Peggy Ann Omdahl, face charges of financial exploitation of a… Continue reading Minnesota Couple Faces Court for Allegedly Exploiting Elderly Mother in $275,000 Fraud

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

Viking Man Faces Justice: Initial Court Appearance for Alleged Methamphetamine Crime

Jeremy Aaron Tostrup

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Jeremy Aaron Tostrup, 27, faces a daunting legal battle following his initial court appearance in Grand Forks County on June 11. Charged with a Class A felony for possessing over 50 grams of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, Tostrup could serve up to 20 years in prison if convicted. The… Continue reading Viking Man Faces Justice: Initial Court Appearance for Alleged Methamphetamine Crime

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

Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Charges After Dramatic Police Chase

Raymond L. Graham Jr.

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man is facing five criminal charges after allegedly possessing drugs and a handgun and running from police on Wednesday, June 5. Raymond Lee Graham Jr., 37, is charged with Class A felony possession of methamphetamine with intent to manufacture or deliver, while carrying a firearm. The crime… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Charges After Dramatic Police Chase

Grand Forks Man Faces Attempted Murder Charges After Altercation Turns Violent

Alexander Antonio Thompson

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Alexander Antonio Thompson, 27, faces serious charges after a workplace altercation in April escalated to attempted murder. Thompson waived his preliminary hearing on Monday, June 3, and pleaded not guilty to Class A felony attempted murder and two counts of Class C felony aggravated assault. If convicted, Thompson could be… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Attempted Murder Charges After Altercation Turns Violent

Man Faces Multiple Violent Charges Following Terrifying Domestic Incident

Kyle Spicer

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Kyle John Spicer, 35, is at the center of a harrowing case in Grand Forks County after he pleaded not guilty to a series of violent offenses, including unlawful possession of a firearm and domestic violence. On April 25, law enforcement responded to a distressing 911 call reporting Spicer as… Continue reading Man Faces Multiple Violent Charges Following Terrifying Domestic Incident

UPDATE: Fargo Man Faces Murder Charges Following Woman’s Death

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Fargo, North Dakota man is being held on a Murder charge, after police found a deceased woman in an apartment in that town. Police were responding to a domestic dispute call.

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

TRF Driver Faces Multiple Charges After Crashing into Electrical Box

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Thief River Falls man, Aaron Merck (39), has been cited for Failure to Notify Owner of Damaged Property after allegedly crashing his 2009 Hyundai into an electrical box near Duluth Avenue North. The incident, reported just after 7 p.m., has led to Merck facing two additional charges related… Continue reading TRF Driver Faces Multiple Charges After Crashing into Electrical Box

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

Fargo Man Faces Consequences for Drugs and DWI

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jacob D. Hibl, 38, of Fargo, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for felony fifth-degree drug possession and misdemeanor DWI. On the evening of August 12, 2023, a Becker County deputy responded to reports of a Buick with North Dakota plates driving erratically on Highway 10. The vehicle… Continue reading Fargo Man Faces Consequences for Drugs and DWI

🚨 Rochester Man Sentenced for Minneapolis Murder, Faces Another Trial for Moorhead Killing

MINNEAPOLIS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Idris Haji-Mohamed, 29, of Rochester, was sentenced to 25½ years in prison for the 2022 murder of Jeremy Ellis near U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. Hennepin County Judge Paul Scoggin handed down the 305-month sentence on Friday, May 24, as court documents revealed on Tuesday. A jury convicted Haji-Mohamed of two… Continue reading 🚨 Rochester Man Sentenced for Minneapolis Murder, Faces Another Trial for Moorhead Killing

Minneapolis Man Faces 15 Felony Charges in Grand Forks: Initial Court Appearance Held Nearly Two Years After Warrant Issued

Tyler Berg

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Nearly two years after a warrant was issued for his arrest, Tyler Gene Berg, 33, of Minneapolis, made his initial appearance in three Grand Forks County felony cases on Wednesday, May 29. Berg, who has been in Hennepin County’s custody since January, faces 15 drug- and theft-related felony charges. His… Continue reading Minneapolis Man Faces 15 Felony Charges in Grand Forks: Initial Court Appearance Held Nearly Two Years After Warrant Issued

East Grand Forks Man Faces 20 Years in Prison for Alleged Fentanyl Sale

Terimal Dion Singleton

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – An East Grand Forks man waived his Tuesday, May 28, omnibus hearing and pleaded not guilty to a felony third-degree narcotics sale. Terimal Dion Singleton, 50, faces up to 20 years in prison for the alleged crime. In August 2023, a confidential informant conducted a controlled buy from Singleton, according… Continue reading East Grand Forks Man Faces 20 Years in Prison for Alleged Fentanyl Sale

Grand Forks Man Faces Court After Weekend Shooting Incident

Marko D. Ruot

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Marko Ruot, 43, appeared in court on Tuesday, May 28, for a shooting incident over the weekend. Ruot is accused of firing a gun inside his girlfriend’s apartment at Brentwood Estates on Sunday morning. The incident occurred after Ruot, allegedly intoxicated at 9 a.m., argued with her brother. A… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Court After Weekend Shooting Incident

TRF man faces charges of felony fifth-degree controlled substance crime

David Alan Jourdain

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – David Alan Jourdain, 42, from Thief River Falls, was arrested by the Pine to Prairie Drug Task Force on April 22 at 10:38 a.m. during a traffic stop near the intersection of Highway 59 and Greenwood Street. He faces charges of felony fifth-degree controlled substance crime and driving after… Continue reading TRF man faces charges of felony fifth-degree controlled substance crime

John James Nogowski, 35, Faces Charges for Alleged Methamphetamine Sale

John James Nogowski

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – John James Nogowski, 35, from Fargo, North Dakota, faces charges in Pennington County District Court for allegedly selling methamphetamine to an informant in Thief River Falls in January. Details of the Case: Charge: Nogowski has been charged with felony third-degree controlled substance crime – sale. A warrant has been… Continue reading John James Nogowski, 35, Faces Charges for Alleged Methamphetamine Sale

Thief River Falls Man Pleads Guilty to Meth Sales, Faces Sentencing

Noah Christopher Dybedahl

Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) – In a dramatic courtroom twist, Thief River Falls resident Noah Christopher Dybedahl, 24, has pleaded guilty to third-degree controlled substance sales, shocking the local community. The plea comes after Dybedahl was implicated in a nefarious drug deal involving methamphetamine, as revealed by a probable cause statement filed in the case.… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Pleads Guilty to Meth Sales, Faces Sentencing

Grand Forks Man Faces Serious Drug Charges

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Tyler Gregory Thomas, 24, from Belcourt, waived his preliminary hearing, originally set for April 26, in Grand Forks County. He pleaded not guilty to three felony drug charges, including Class A felony possession of over 50 grams of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, which carries a maximum 20-year sentence. Additionally,… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Serious Drug Charges

Former Olmsted County Deputy Faces Federal Charges for Child Sexual Abuse Offenses

Matthew Richard Adamson

ROCHESTER, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Matthew Richard Adamson, a 45-year-old former deputy from Olmsted County, Rochester, is indicted on multiple federal charges related to child sexual abuse. Indicted on April 11 in the U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota, Adamson faces charges including production and attempted production of child sexual abuse materials, coercion, and… Continue reading Former Olmsted County Deputy Faces Federal Charges for Child Sexual Abuse Offenses

Brooke Ashley Gustafson Faces Charges Including Child Endangerment After Alleged DUI Incident

Brooke Ashley Gustafson

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On April 2, police received a report that a drunk motorist had just left a home and was traveling with her child. A sheriff’s deputy responded since the police department was handling another call. He allegedly observed the vehicle enter the Falls Stay N Play campground and stopped it… Continue reading Brooke Ashley Gustafson Faces Charges Including Child Endangerment After Alleged DUI Incident

Brainerd Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges in Sexual Assault Case

Josep Chiristoper Mendez Macias

BRAINERD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) -Joseph Christopher Mendez Macias, a 31-year-old resident of Brainerd, has been arraigned on Thursday morning on six felony charges of criminal sexual conduct. Stemming from a report filed on Tuesday, April 16, Mendez Macias now faces significant legal consequences for his alleged actions. Charges and Arraignment Mendez Macias appeared in Crow Wing… Continue reading Brainerd Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges in Sexual Assault Case

Roseau Man Pleads Guilty to Sexual Assault, Faces Decades in Prison

Danny Lee Hamilton

ROSEAU COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Roseau man has admitted his guilt to charges of second-degree criminal sexual conduct involving a minor. Danny Lee Hamilton, aged 61, faces up to 25 years behind bars for the heinous crime committed against a 15-year-old girl. In addition to this charge, Hamilton is also facing two counts of… Continue reading Roseau Man Pleads Guilty to Sexual Assault, Faces Decades in Prison

Former Emerado City Auditor Faces Felony Charges for Alleged Financial Misconduct

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a startling turn of events, Wendy Jane Sullivan, 59, former Emerado city auditor, appeared in court, waving her preliminary hearing and entering a plea of not guilty to two severe felonies. Allegations Unveiled Sullivan stands accused of perpetrating two Class A felonies, including theft exceeding $50,000 and misapplication of… Continue reading Former Emerado City Auditor Faces Felony Charges for Alleged Financial Misconduct

Predator’s Neglect: Thief River Falls Man Faces Felony Charges for Registration Violation

Steven Glen Bruyere

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Steven Glen Bruyere, a 65-year-old resident of Thief River Falls, finds himself in legal trouble as he’s charged with two felony counts of failing to fulfill the registration requirements as a predatory offender – his first offense. The complaint against Bruyere was filed on March 13, marking a significant… Continue reading Predator’s Neglect: Thief River Falls Man Faces Felony Charges for Registration Violation

St. Hilaire Woman Faces Felony Charges for Predatory Offender Registration Violation

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Michelle Jean Peterson, a 47-year-old resident of St. Hilaire, finds herself in legal trouble once again as she faces serious charges for failing to fulfill predatory offender registration requirements – a subsequent offense. The complaint against her was officially filed on March 13, indicating a troubling pattern of non-compliance.… Continue reading St. Hilaire Woman Faces Felony Charges for Predatory Offender Registration Violation