Polk County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On January 22, 2025, authorities in Polk County arrested Matthew Laverne Zerck, born on March 31, 1963, for allegedly violating a harassment restraining order, a misdemeanor offense under Minnesota Statute 609.748.6(a). This statute addresses penalties for individuals who knowingly violate restraining orders issued to prevent harassment. The specific circumstances leading to Zerck’s… Continue reading Matthew Laverne Zerck Arrested in Polk County for Violating Harassment Restraining Order
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Grant Sartain of Harvey, ND arrested after throwing knife, masturbating in front of 3-year-old
HARVEY, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – On January 11, a 33-year-old male, Grant Sartain, was arrested in Harvey County on multiple charges. According to court documents, a woman reported that Sartain threw a highchair at her. Further investigation revealed that on January 1, Sartain allegedly threw a knife at a wall, which struck the woman in the… Continue reading Grant Sartain of Harvey, ND arrested after throwing knife, masturbating in front of 3-year-old
Dennis Busse Arrested for Harassment and Assault in Clearwater County
Clearwater County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On September 2, 2024, at 12:30 AM, Clearwater County law enforcement arrested Dennis Busse, a 58-year-old male, on charges of harassment and fifth-degree assault. The arrest was made under Minnesota Statutes 609.749.4(b) and 609.224.4, respectively. Charges Detailed Harassment/Stalking (Minnesota Statute 609.749.4(b)): This statute addresses harassment and stalking offenses. A person is guilty… Continue reading Dennis Busse Arrested for Harassment and Assault in Clearwater County
Beltrami County Arrest: Summer White Charged with Multiple Offenses
Beltrami County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On December 28, 2024, Summer White, a 25-year-old female, was taken into custody by the Beltrami County Sheriff’s Office. She is currently held at the Beltrami County Jail without bail. Charges Filed Against Summer White Summer White faces several charges, including: Use of False Information: Charged under Minnesota Statute 171.22.1(8) for providing… Continue reading Beltrami County Arrest: Summer White Charged with Multiple Offenses
Minnesota Man, Joseph Alexander Pitts Arrested for Domestic Assault and Harassment
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Joseph Alexander Pitts, a 25-year-old male, was arrested on December 28, 2024. The charges include two counts of misdemeanor domestic assault under Minnesota Statute 609.2242.1(2), which pertains to intentionally inflicting or attempting to inflict bodily harm on another person Revisor of Statutes Additionally, Pitts faces charges under Minnesota Statute 609.749.4(b) for harassment… Continue reading Minnesota Man, Joseph Alexander Pitts Arrested for Domestic Assault and Harassment
Charges of Threats and Harassment
NEVIS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Nevis, Minnesota man is facing charges of Threats of Violence and Harassment, after allegedly threatening to kill a couple.
Minnesota school required to pay student $65,000 for permitting racial harassment
PINE CITY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The Pine City, Minnesota School District has been ordered to pay a student $65,000 for allowing the racial harassment of a student.
A Systemic Failure: Minneapolis Police Department’s Inaction in the Face of Harassment and Violence
MINNEAPOLIS (trfnews.i234.me) – Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara stated that his department “failed” to protect a victim from escalating harassment. The incident occurred on October 23 when Davis Moturi was shot by his neighbor, John Sawchak. Sawchak had been charged with shooting Moturi as he was pruning a tree in front of his home. Moturi… Continue reading A Systemic Failure: Minneapolis Police Department’s Inaction in the Face of Harassment and Violence
Felony Harassment Conviction: Corey Roy Peasley Sentenced to 21 Months in Prison
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Corey Roy Peasley, 47, has been sentenced to 21 months in prison for his conviction on felony harassment and violating a restraining order. The offense occurred in Becker County on April 25, 2023. According to court records, Judge Michelle Lawson presided over the sentencing hearing on July 24. As part… Continue reading Felony Harassment Conviction: Corey Roy Peasley Sentenced to 21 Months in Prison
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
Thief River Falls Court Cases: Harassment, DUI, and Insurance Violations 9-22-2024
Thief River Falls Police Department Legal Update Jose Antonio Baltodano-Gutierrez, 24, Thief River Falls: Charge: Harassment Penalty: $210 fine, 364 days in jail with 288 days stayed for two years Additional: Released with credit for 76 days served, two years of unsupervised probation Dismissed Charges: Felony second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon and misdemeanor domestic… Continue reading Thief River Falls Court Cases: Harassment, DUI, and Insurance Violations 9-22-2024
Thief River Falls Man Arrested for Harassment After Midnight Trespassing Incident at Park West Apartments
On August 18, police responded to a report of trespassing at Park West Apartments, located at 1303 First St. W. Austin Blaine Brateng, 26, of Thief River Falls, was arrested and charged with harassment and trespassing. According to the complaint, Brateng was found inside the secured apartment building despite not residing there. He allegedly knocked… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Arrested for Harassment After Midnight Trespassing Incident at Park West Apartments
Charges Dropped Against Man Accused of Harassing Crash Victim’s Widow
CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Tyson Horton, the 21-year-old Minnesota man previously convicted of killing Tom McWaters in a car crash near Thompson, North Dakota, has had harassment charges against him dismissed. Horton, who was sentenced to six months of electronic monitoring for the fatal collision, allegedly harassed McWaters’ widow through Facebook. Initially accused of sending… Continue reading Charges Dropped Against Man Accused of Harassing Crash Victim’s Widow