Thief River Falls HelloFresh Package Theft

Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Police are investigating a reported package theft at Park West Apartments in Thief River Falls. Late-Night Theft Report According to the report, officers were called at 10:45 p.m. on April 2. The call came from Park West Apartments, 1301 First St. W. Authorities said someone stole a HelloFresh package from… Continue reading Thief River Falls HelloFresh Package Theft

Thief River Falls Man Charged After DWI Stop

Thief River Falls Man Charged After DWI Stop

Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — A Thief River Falls man is facing serious charges after an early morning traffic stop on April 11, according to a criminal complaint. Traffic Stop on Highway 1 Police said the stop happened at about 2:03 a.m. on Highway 1. Court documents say the vehicle was traveling 52 mph in… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Charged After DWI Stop

Thief River Falls Man Charged in Child Solicitation Case

Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — An 18-year-old Thief River Falls man is facing a felony charge after a report claimed he sent explicit images and messages to a 15-year-old girl. Charge Filed After April 6 Report According to the complaint, the sheriff’s office received the report on April 6. Jarrett James McKay, 18, of Thief… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Charged in Child Solicitation Case

Thief River Falls School Van, Semi Crash Leaves No Injuries

Thief River Falls School Van, Semi Crash Leaves No Injuries

Plummer (trfnews.i234.me) — A Thief River Falls School District van collided with a semi on Monday afternoon in Plummer. No injuries were reported after the crash. Some students were expected to get checked at a hospital as a precaution. The crash happened on Highway 59. Authorities said Amber Lynn Severson, 40, of Thief River Falls,… Continue reading Thief River Falls School Van, Semi Crash Leaves No Injuries

Thief River Falls Court Report: DWI Tops Cases

Thief River Falls Court Report: DWI Tops Cases

Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — Recent court records list several cases handled by the Minnesota State Patrol and the Minnesota Judicial Branch. The cases include DWI, speeding, insurance, and other traffic-related offenses. Minnesota State Patrol Cases One of the most serious cases involved Edith Stefania Mera, 30, of Minneapolis. Court records show she was sentenced for… Continue reading Thief River Falls Court Report: DWI Tops Cases

Thief River Falls Man Charged in DWI Refusal

Thief River Falls Man Charged in DWI Refusal

Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — A Thief River Falls man is facing several charges after police said he drove erratically on Highway 59 and later refused a breath test. Harold James Sayers, 46, has been charged with second-degree DWI test refusal and driving after revocation. He was also arrested on a Beltrami County warrant. Report… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Charged in DWI Refusal

Red Lake Falls Arrest, Scams, Ditch Calls

Red Lake Falls Arrest, Scams, Ditch Calls

Red Lake County (trfnews.i234.me) — Red Lake County law officers handled a wide range of calls from April 3 through April 10. The incidents included an arrest, scam reports, traffic stops, weather-related crashes, and an ongoing release violation probe. Authorities said one case began on April 3. A Red Lake County deputy helped a Marshall… Continue reading Red Lake Falls Arrest, Scams, Ditch Calls

Derek “Deke” Forsell, 84

Derek “Deke” Forsell, 84

Ada – Derek “Deke” or “The Duke” passed away on Saturday, January 31, 2026, in Ada. Derek Paul Forsell was born in Gary, MN, on November 15, 1941, to Edward and Bernice (Stundahl) Forsell. After a whirlwind romance and short engagement, he married JoAnn (“Jo” “JoZina” “JZ”) Herrmann on October 28, 1961, at Grace Lutheran… Continue reading Derek “Deke” Forsell, 84

John Pendelton, 62

John Pendelton, 62

John Fitzgerald Pendelton was born December 14, 1963 in Milwaukee, WI to Charles Ray and Colleen Faye (O’Dell) Pendelton. John was raised in several states while growing up with his most memorable states that he lived in being Michigan, Florida, and Colorado. During this time he attended several different schools, completing school through the 10th… Continue reading John Pendelton, 62

Barbara Banaszewski, 87

Barbara Banaszewski, 87

Barbara Banaszewski, 87, of Roseau, MN, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at LifeCare Medical Center in Roseau, with her loving family by her side. Barbara Beatrice Blazejewski was born on April 23, 1938, in Wright Township, Marshall County, MN, the daughter of Florian and Clara (Borowicz) Blazejewski. She graduated from Strandquist High School… Continue reading Barbara Banaszewski, 87