Bemidji Man Charged After Infant Tests Positive for THC

Bemidji Man Charged After Infant Tests Positive for THC

Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) A Bemidji man faces four gross misdemeanor counts of endangering a child. Prosecutors say an infant was lethargic and tested positive for marijuana. The case was filed in Beltrami County District Court on January 28, 2026. Court records name the defendant as Phillip Duwayne Jones Sr., 44, of Bemidji. He is charged… Continue reading Bemidji Man Charged After Infant Tests Positive for THC

Moorhead Murder Trial Set for James Kollie Jr.

Moorhead Murder Trial Set for James Kollie Jr.

Moorhead, Clay County (trfnews.i234.me) — A jury trial is set this fall for a Moorhead man. Prosecutors say he stabbed his mother to death. James Kollie Jr., 28, is charged with first-degree premeditated murder and second-degree murder. The case involves the death of his mother, 56-year-old Receia Kollie. Court filings say Receia Kollie was found… Continue reading Moorhead Murder Trial Set for James Kollie Jr.

Twin Valley: 65 Months in Prison for Sex Crime

Twin Valley: 65 Months in Prison for Sex Crime

Twin Valley, Norman County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Twin Valley man was sentenced to prison Friday. The case is a third-degree criminal sexual conduct conviction. Juan Carlos Garza, 57, was sentenced Jan. 23 in Norman County District Court. Court records say the case involved force or coercion. What the charge means Minnesota law defines third-degree criminal… Continue reading Twin Valley: 65 Months in Prison for Sex Crime

Detroit Lakes Man Faces Felony Charges for Domestic Assault

Detroit Lakes Man Faces Felony Charges for Domestic Assault

Detroit Lakes (trfnews.i234.me) – A Detroit Lakes man has been charged with two felony counts related to domestic assault and threats of violence. Samuel Joseph Renteria, 38, was arrested following a disturbance at his apartment on November 27, 2025. Incident Overview At approximately 3:30 a.m., law enforcement officers responded to a call about a disturbance.… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Faces Felony Charges for Domestic Assault

TRF Woman Arrested for Storing Meth in Child’s Reach

TRF Woman Arrested for Storing Meth in Child's Reach

Thief River Falls, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — Jessica Lynn Maunz, a 30-year-old mother from Thief River Falls, is facing felony charges after authorities found methamphetamine paraphernalia stored within reach of her young child. Charges and Investigation Details On January 21, 2026, an officer responded to a call from a concerned relative, C.A., about a video involving… Continue reading TRF Woman Arrested for Storing Meth in Child’s Reach