Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) – A repeat financial fraud offender is back in trouble with the law after allegedly using a stolen debit card for purchases at several Bemidji businesses. Jessica Ann Johnson (DOB: 01/13/1991), of Bemidji, was charged with Felony Financial Transaction Card Fraud and Giving a Peace Officer a False Name. On June 20,… Continue reading Repeat Financial Fraud Suspect Busted Again in Beltrami County | trfnews.i234.me
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CFO Busted in $64K Embezzlement Scheme at Bison Meat Company | Cass County | trfnews.i234.me
Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) – A longtime chief financial officer of North American Bison LLC has been charged with embezzling over $64,000 from the company over the past two years. Timothy Lundstrom, who served as CFO for 17 years, was confronted in May after an external audit uncovered irregularities. Chairman Kevin Leier told police that Lundstrom… Continue reading CFO Busted in $64K Embezzlement Scheme at Bison Meat Company | Cass County | trfnews.i234.me
Charges Dropped in $285K Elder Exploitation Case in Marshall County After Co-Defendant Takes Blame – trfnews.i234.me
Marshall County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — A multi-felony theft case against Jeffrey Lars McHam, 66, of Strandquist, has been dismissed without prejudice after his co-defendant Peggy Ann Omdahl admitted to financially exploiting her elderly mother. McHam was initially charged in June 2024 with five counts related to the misuse of funds, which were later converted to… Continue reading Charges Dropped in $285K Elder Exploitation Case in Marshall County After Co-Defendant Takes Blame – trfnews.i234.me
Beltrami County Man Arrested for Burglary and Financial Card Fraud
Beltrami County, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) – James Miller, 43, was arrested on April 17, 2025, and booked into the Beltrami County Jail. He faces two felony charges: Burglary – 3rd Degree – Entering without consent with intent to steal or commit a felony or gross misdemeanor Financial Transaction Card Fraud – Use without consent Miller is… Continue reading Beltrami County Man Arrested for Burglary and Financial Card Fraud
Clay County: Princess Leiyipei Gweh Arrested for Financial Transaction Card Fraud
Clay County (trfnews.i234.me) — Princess Leiyipei Gweh, age 25, was arrested by the Dilworth Police Department on March 18, 2025, at 3:05 PM. Charge filed: Financial Transaction Card Fraud Authorities allege that Gweh engaged in fraudulent activity involving unauthorized use of a financial transaction card. The case remains under investigation, and Gweh is being held pending… Continue reading Clay County: Princess Leiyipei Gweh Arrested for Financial Transaction Card Fraud
Jessica Johnson Arrested in Beltrami County for Financial Transaction Card Fraud
BELTRAMI COUNTY, MN – Jessica Johnson was booked into custody on March 11, 2025, at Beltrami County Jail for allegedly committing financial transaction card fraud. Charge Details: 📌 Case #25-004082📌 Charge: 609.821.2(1) – Financial Transaction Card Fraud (Use Without Consent) (Felony) Custody & Court Details: Height: 5’3” Weight: 180 lbs Hair Color: Brown Eye Color:… Continue reading Jessica Johnson Arrested in Beltrami County for Financial Transaction Card Fraud
Dale Sayers Arrested in Beltrami County for Financial Transaction Card Fraud
BELTRAMI COUNTY, MN – Dale Sayers was booked into custody on March 11, 2025, at Beltrami County Jail on a felony charge related to Financial Transaction Card Fraud. Charge Details: 📌 Case #24-016702📌 Charge: 609.821.2(1) – Financial Transaction Card Fraud – Use Without Consent (Felony) Custody & Court Details: Height: 5’11” Weight: 286 lbs Hair… Continue reading Dale Sayers Arrested in Beltrami County for Financial Transaction Card Fraud
One Year After Devastating Fire, Lutsen Lodge Owner Plans to Rebuild Amid Financial Scrutiny
LUTSEN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – One year after a devastating overnight fire reduced the historic Lutsen Lodge to ashes, owner Bryce Campbell remains hopeful about rebuilding, despite financial and legal challenges. The fire, which occurred in early 2023, left nothing salvageable, according to Lutsen Fire Chief Steve Duclos. “That was one we were always kind of worried… Continue reading One Year After Devastating Fire, Lutsen Lodge Owner Plans to Rebuild Amid Financial Scrutiny
Jessica May Steinlicht Sentenced for Financial Transaction Card Fraud in Otter Tail County, MN
Otter Tail County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On January 14, 2025, Jessica May Steinlicht, aged 38, was sentenced in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, for violating Minnesota Statute 609.821, subdivision 2, clause (1). This statute pertains to the unauthorized use of a financial transaction card to obtain the property of another without the cardholder’s consent. MN Revisor’s Office According… Continue reading Jessica May Steinlicht Sentenced for Financial Transaction Card Fraud in Otter Tail County, MN
David Johnson Arrested in Beltrami County for Financial Transaction Card Fraud
Beltrami County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—David Johnson, a 23-year-old male, was taken into custody at the Beltrami County Jail on January 6, 2025. He is charged with financial transaction card fraud under Minnesota Statute 609.821.2(1). Revisor Inmate Details: Name: David Johnson Race: I Sex: Male Age: 23 Height: 6’0″ Weight: 190 lbs Hair Color: Black Eye Color:… Continue reading David Johnson Arrested in Beltrami County for Financial Transaction Card Fraud