Clearwater County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — Jamie Lee Jerome, of Naytahwaush, Minnesota, is now facing six felony counts of criminal sexual conduct following a disturbing investigation involving a female child victim. According to court documents, the incidents allegedly occurred during 2024. In a forensic interview, the child disclosed multiple instances of sexual acts committed by Jerome.… Continue reading Naytahwaush Man Charged with Six Felony Counts of Criminal Sexual Conduct in Clearwater County
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Thomas Humiston in Custody at Beltrami County Jail on First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct Charges
Beltrami County, Minnesota – Thomas Humiston is currently in custody at Beltrami County Jail following his February 20, 2025 arrest. According to jail records, Humiston, who is 5’5″ tall and weighs 137 pounds, has been charged with two felony counts of: First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct – Penetration, Fear of Great Bodily Harm (Felony) – Statute… Continue reading Thomas Humiston in Custody at Beltrami County Jail on First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct Charges
Frazee Man Sentenced to 30 Years for Sickening Crimes Against Child in Becker County!
Becker County (TRF News) – Frazee Man Sentenced to 30 Years for Child Sex Crimes In Frazee, Minnesota, a shocking verdict was handed down in the Becker County District Court against 46-year-old Shawn Louis Boit on four felony counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct. The chilling details reveal that he engaged in multiple acts of… Continue reading Frazee Man Sentenced to 30 Years for Sickening Crimes Against Child in Becker County!
Ogema Man’s Nine Felony Charges Dismissed in Becker County, Transferred to Federal Custody
Becker County, MN – Joseph Daniel Schultz, 41, of rural Ogema, has had nine felony charges—including four counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct—dismissed in Becker County District Court after his case was transferred to federal jurisdiction. According to court records, the White Earth Police Department received a report on January 25, 2024, alleging that Schultz… Continue reading Ogema Man’s Nine Felony Charges Dismissed in Becker County, Transferred to Federal Custody
Middle River Man Pleads Guilty to Sexual Assault of 11-Year-Old Child
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Middle River, MN – A Middle River man has pleaded guilty to first-degree criminal sexual conduct after admitting to sexually abusing an 11-year-old child over two years. Defendant: Adam William Steinhauer, 38 Charges and Potential Sentence: First-degree criminal sexual conduct Faces up to 30 years in prison Minnesota sentencing guidelines recommend… Continue reading Middle River Man Pleads Guilty to Sexual Assault of 11-Year-Old Child
Shannon Lee Hill Arrested in Otter Tail County, MN for First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct
Otter Tail County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Shannon Lee Hill, 40, was booked into Otter Tail County Jail on January 31, 2025, facing felony charges for first-degree criminal sexual conduct involving penetration and fear of great bodily harm. Booking Details: Name: Shannon Lee Hill Age: 40 Location: Otter Tail County, MN Booking Date: January 31, 2025 Charge: 
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Minnesota School Bus Driver Charged with Raping Juvenile Student in CASS COUNTY
CASS COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In CASS COUNTY, Minnesota, school bus driver Chris Joel Stoppelman faces two counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct for allegedly raping a juvenile female student. According to court documents, the incidents occurred in 2024 and involved both digital penetration and sexual intercourse while the victim was babysitting at his home.… Continue reading Minnesota School Bus Driver Charged with Raping Juvenile Student in CASS COUNTY
Detroit Lakes Man Charged with First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct Involving Juvenile
Detroit Lakes, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—A 49-year-old Detroit Lakes man is facing a felony charge of first-degree criminal sexual conduct for allegedly having sexual contact with a juvenile female in October 2019. Case Details Defendant: Andy Joe Nemec, 49, of Detroit Lakes Charge: Felony first-degree criminal sexual conduct – victim under 13 Location: Becker County, MN Date… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Charged with First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct Involving Juvenile
Warren, MN Man Acquitted of Felony Criminal Sexual Conduct Charges
MARSHALL COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Seth Lawrence Solberg, 38, of Warren, Minnesota, has been acquitted of two felony charges related to allegations that he sexually assaulted an 11-year-old girl. Trial & Acquittal Solberg’s jury trial began on Thursday, January 30, 2025, and concluded the following day, January 31, when the jury returned a not guilty verdict on… Continue reading Warren, MN Man Acquitted of Felony Criminal Sexual Conduct Charges
Middle River Man Calvin John Rybakowski Pleads Not Guilty to Felony Child Sexual Abuse Charges
Middle River, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Calvin John Rybakowski, 50, of Middle River, has pleaded not guilty to felony first-degree criminal sexual conduct after being accused of sexually abusing a young girl over two years. Serious Allegations Against Rybakowski Law enforcement received a report in August 2024 alleging that Rybakowski had sexually assaulted an 8-year-old girl. The victim… Continue reading Middle River Man Calvin John Rybakowski Pleads Not Guilty to Felony Child Sexual Abuse Charges
Clearwater County’s Henry Auginaush Arrested for First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct
Clearwater County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On January 21, 2025, at approximately 3:51 PM, authorities in Clearwater County, Minnesota, arrested 26-year-old Henry Auginaush on charges of first-degree criminal sexual conduct. According to Minnesota Statute 609.342.1(a), this offense involves engaging in sexual penetration or contact with a person under 13 years of age by an individual who is more… Continue reading Clearwater County’s Henry Auginaush Arrested for First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct
Polk County Arrest: Brian Lee Espinoza Charged with First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct
Polk County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On January 8, 2025, law enforcement authorities in Polk County arrested Brian Lee Espinoza, born May 1, 1991, on charges of first-degree criminal sexual conduct under Minnesota Statute 609.342.1(f)(i). This statute pertains to sexual penetration or contact with a person under 13 years of age, where the actor is more than 36… Continue reading Polk County Arrest: Brian Lee Espinoza Charged with First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct
Michael Johnson Arrested in Clearwater County for First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct
Clearwater County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On July 15, 2024, at 10:14 PM, Michael Johnson, a 41-year-old male, was arrested in Clearwater County. The arrest was made under Minnesota Statute 609.342, subdivision 1a(e), which pertains to first-degree criminal sexual conduct involving penetration or contact with a person under 14 years of age, where the actor is more than… Continue reading Michael Johnson Arrested in Clearwater County for First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct
East Grand Forks Man Charged with Multiple Counts of First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct
EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – According to court documents, East Grand Forks resident Brian Lee Espinoza has been charged with three counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct. An investigation revealed that a female minor alleged Espinoza had been sexually assaulting her over several years. In January 2025, the victim reported at least two instances… Continue reading East Grand Forks Man Charged with Multiple Counts of First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct
Otter Tail County Arrest: Jose Perez Ramires Charged with First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct
Otter Tail County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On October 30, 2024, law enforcement authorities in Otter Tail County apprehended 23-year-old Jose Perez Ramires. He faces charges under Minnesota Statute 609.342.1(a), which pertains to first-degree criminal sexual conduct involving penetration accompanied by the victim’s fear of great bodily harm. Legal Context Minnesota Statute 609.342.1(a) defines first-degree criminal sexual conduct… Continue reading Otter Tail County Arrest: Jose Perez Ramires Charged with First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct
Chad Nichols Charged with First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct
Beltrami County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Chad Nichols, a 55-year-old male inmate at Beltrami County Jail, was taken into custody on April 4, 2024. He is charged with first-degree criminal sexual conduct under Minnesota Statute 609.342, subdivision 1(e)(i), which pertains to sexual penetration involving force or coercion. Revisor of Statutes Inmate Details: Name: Chad Nichols Race:… Continue reading Chad Nichols Charged with First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct
Erik Lopez Faces First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct Charges in Beltrami County
Beltrami County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Erik Lopez, a 35-year-old male from Bemidji, Minnesota, is currently incarcerated at the Beltrami County Jail. He faces a charge of first-degree criminal sexual conduct under Minnesota Statutes 609.342.1(c)(iii), which pertains to penetration involving a victim who is mentally impaired or physically helpless. This is a felony offense. The specific… Continue reading Erik Lopez Faces First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct Charges in Beltrami County
Monster in Plain Sight: Minnesota Man Charged with Multiple Counts of Child Sex Abuse
MARSHALL COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 50-year-old man from Middle River, Minnesota has been charged with multiple counts of child sex abuse after two young girls came forward to report years of sexual assault. Calvin John Rybakowski was arrested on September 9 and is being held on a $250,000 cash or surety bond. He faces… Continue reading Monster in Plain Sight: Minnesota Man Charged with Multiple Counts of Child Sex Abuse
Disturbing Crime: Thief River Falls Man Charged with Child Assault
DISTURBING CRIME: Thief River Falls Man Facing Baby Rape Charges THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Thief River Falls, Minnesota man is facing charges of sexually assaulting 1 and 3 year old children. Thirty-eight year old Benjamin Joseph Roggenbuck is facing 2 counts of 1st Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct and 4 counts of Possessing Pornographic… Continue reading Disturbing Crime: Thief River Falls Man Charged with Child Assault
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