Tag: Illegal

Grand Forks County Drug Case Crumbles: 112.5 Grams of Meth Suppressed After Illegal Traffic Stop

Jeremy Aaron Tostrup

Grand Forks County, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — A significant methamphetamine case against 28-year-old Jeremy Aaron Tostrup of Viking, Minnesota, has been dismissed after a judge ruled that evidence obtained during a traffic stop was inadmissible.​ Tostrup was charged in February 2024 with Class A felony possession of at least 50 grams of methamphetamine with intent to… Continue reading Grand Forks County Drug Case Crumbles: 112.5 Grams of Meth Suppressed After Illegal Traffic Stop

BROOKLYN PARK, MN: Woman Charged in $260K Illegal Online Gambling Scheme

BROOKLYN PARK, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — Jamie Sue Morrow-Castizo, 39, of Brooklyn Park, has been charged in Hennepin County District Court with felony possession and transportation of unstamped gambling devices. Authorities allege she operated an illegal online gambling operation from her home, utilizing livestreams on Facebook and payment platforms like CashApp and Venmo. The investigation, initiated… Continue reading BROOKLYN PARK, MN: Woman Charged in $260K Illegal Online Gambling Scheme

Update: Border Patrol Now Says 7 Undocumented Immigrants Rescued in Illegal Border Crossing Near Warroad, Minnesota

UPDATE: 9 Rescued In Illegal Border Crossing Near Warroad, Minnesota *B.P. Now Says 7 Undocumented WARROAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Nine people were rescued on this Tuesday attempting to cross the Canadian border into the United States west of Warroad, Minnesota. All were suffering from exposure to the cold. * The Border Patrol now says 7 on… Continue reading Update: Border Patrol Now Says 7 Undocumented Immigrants Rescued in Illegal Border Crossing Near Warroad, Minnesota

Casey Wayne Parmeter Arrested in Otter Tail County for Illegal Firearm & Ammunition Possession

Casey Wayne Parmeter

OTTER TAIL COUNTY, MN – Casey Wayne Parmeter, 31, was booked into the Otter Tail County Jail on February 28, 2025, for possessing a firearm and ammunition despite being legally ineligible due to a prior crime of violence conviction. According to official records, Parmeter has been charged with: Possession of Ammunition or Firearm – Convicted… Continue reading Casey Wayne Parmeter Arrested in Otter Tail County for Illegal Firearm & Ammunition Possession

Massive Crackdown on Illegal Fishing and Snowmobile Violations Across Becker County—Over 50 Walleye Seized!

Massive Crackdown on Illegal Fishing and Snowmobile Violations Across Becker County—Over 50 Walleye Seized!

Becker County (TRF News) – DNR Officers Seize Over 50 Illegally Caught Walleye in Massive Crackdown Minnesota DNR Conservation Officers have cracked down on illegal fishing and snowmobile violations across Becker County and surrounding areas, seizing over 50 illegally caught walleyes, issuing multiple citations for angling violations, and investigating cases of illegal snowmobile operation. The… Continue reading Massive Crackdown on Illegal Fishing and Snowmobile Violations Across Becker County—Over 50 Walleye Seized!

🚨 Clearwater County Man Arrested for Theft, Fleeing Police, DWI, and Illegal Harvesting 🚨

Isaiah Gray

Clearwater County, MN – Authorities in Clearwater County arrested Isaiah Gray, 28, on February 12, 2025, on multiple charges, including theft, fleeing a peace officer, DWI, trespassing, and illegal harvesting of wild rice. According to court records, Gray faces the following charges: Theft – Take/Use/Transfer Movable Property Without Consent (Minnesota Statute 609.52.2(a)(1)) Fleeing a Peace… Continue reading 🚨 Clearwater County Man Arrested for Theft, Fleeing Police, DWI, and Illegal Harvesting 🚨

Unmanned Aerial System Helps Border Patrol Arrest Illegal Aliens in Grand Forks Sector

Unmanned Aerial System Helps Border Patrol Arrest Illegal Aliens in Grand Forks Sector

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A U.S. Border Patrol drone from Operation Stonegarden played a crucial role in assisting Pembina agents in the arrest of illegal aliens near the U.S.-Canada border. 📌 Date of Arrest: Saturday, February 8, 2025📌 Location: Grand Forks Border Patrol Sector📌 Key Discovery: $16,000 in cash found on one suspect Operation Stonegarden:… Continue reading Unmanned Aerial System Helps Border Patrol Arrest Illegal Aliens in Grand Forks Sector

Zimmerman Woman, Betsy Ann Morine, Charged with Illegal Online Gambling Operation

📍 Zimmerman, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—A Minnesota woman has been charged with multiple gambling-related offenses after a state investigation uncovered an illegal online pull-tab and bingo operation that allegedly generated over $50,000 in transactions. Illegal Gambling Operation Discovered 🔍 Suspect: Betsy Ann Morine🔍 Investigation Start: July 2023🔍 Alleged Activities: Hosting illegal bingo and pull-tab games on Facebook🔍… Continue reading Zimmerman Woman, Betsy Ann Morine, Charged with Illegal Online Gambling Operation

U.S. Border Patrol Seizes $166K in Cash During Illegal Border Crossing Near Pembina

U.S. Border Patrol Seizes $166K in Cash During Illegal Border Crossing Near Pembina

📍 Pembina, North Dakota – U.S. Border Patrol agents in the Grand Forks Sector apprehended multiple individuals attempting to cross the U.S.-Canada border illegally on February 8, 2025. How Agents Made the Bust 🚨 Operation Stonegarden in Action Border agents used a small unmanned aerial system (sUAS) as part of Operation Stonegarden, a federal initiative… Continue reading U.S. Border Patrol Seizes $166K in Cash During Illegal Border Crossing Near Pembina

Four Bodies Discovered Near Canadian Border; Likely Exposure in Area Known for Illegal Crossings

Four Bodies Found Along Canadian Border, Likely Exposure In Area Popular For Illegal Crossings EMERSON, MANITOBA (trfnews.i234.me) Four bodies have been found along the Canadian border. It’s believed they died of exposure in an area that’s been popular for illegal border crossinigs.

Border Patrol Detains 12 Migrants for Illegal Crossing Near Warroad, MN

Border Patrol Takes 12 Migrants Into Custody, Illegal Crossing By Warroad, MN WARROAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The U.S. Border Patrol took 12 migrants into custody, following an illegal Canadian border crossing near Warroad, Minnesota.

Minnesota Man Sentenced for Possession of Illegal Materials

Jamison Michael Nelson

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jamison Michael Nelson, 48, formerly of Detroit Lakes, was sentenced in Becker County District Court on three felony counts of possessing illegal materials on a computer. Three additional counts were dismissed under a plea agreement. Court records indicate that on February 11, 2016, the National Center for Missing and Exploited… Continue reading Minnesota Man Sentenced for Possession of Illegal Materials

Traffic Stop in North Dakota Leads to Arrest of Illegal Immigrants, Weapons, and Drug Seizure

Traffic Stop in North Dakota Leads to Arrest of Illegal Immigrants, Weapons, and Drug Seizure

NELSON/BOTTINEAU COUNTIES, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A routine traffic stop in Nelson County, North Dakota, led to the arrest of multiple illegal immigrants and the discovery of weapons, drugs, and fake IDs. A deputy stopped a pickup for speeding on US Highway 2, where the driver, 38-year-old Rafael Reynoldo, was found without a license and failed… Continue reading Traffic Stop in North Dakota Leads to Arrest of Illegal Immigrants, Weapons, and Drug Seizure

UPDATE: Nine People Rescued During Illegal Border Crossing Near Warroad, Minnesota

UPDATE: 9 Rescued In Illegal Border Crossing Near Warroad, Minnesota WARROAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update from the U.S. Border Patrol regarding the rescue of 9 people trying to illegally cross the Canadian border near Warroad, Minnesota last week.

Charges: Grand Forks Man Accused of Trying to Involve 12-Year-Old in Illegal Activity

Charges: Grand Forks Suspect Tried To Recruit 12-Year Old For Threesome! GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing a string of criminal sex charges involving 2 juveniles, after allegedly trying to recruit a 12-year old for a threesome.

Ohio Man Faces Felony for Illegal Guiding Services in North Dakota

MINNEWAUKAN, N.D. – Christopher Skrant, an Ohio resident and owner of Flyway Outdoors Guide Service, faces a felony theft charge and five misdemeanor counts for illegally operating as a guide in North Dakota’s Benson County. Court records reveal Skrant accepted a $1,000 deposit in January 2022 for a guided waterfowl hunt he was not licensed… Continue reading Ohio Man Faces Felony for Illegal Guiding Services in North Dakota

🚮 Twin Valley Man Faces Felony for Illegal Dumping of Hazardous Waste

TWIN VALLEY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Joshua Jacob Jokinen of Twin Valley, Minnesota, is facing a felony charge for the illegal dumping of hazardous waste, along with a petty misdemeanor for unlawful disposal of garbage. The charges stem from an incident on June 20, 2024, when the Twin Valley Chief of Police was dispatched to the… Continue reading 🚮 Twin Valley Man Faces Felony for Illegal Dumping of Hazardous Waste

Felon Faces Federal Charges After Alleged Firearm Possession and Drug Bust

Raymond L. Graham Jr.

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Raymond Lee Graham Jr., 36, is facing federal charges after an arrest in Grand Forks County revealed a trove of drugs and an alleged firearm. Initially charged with multiple crimes, Graham fled from police during a traffic stop, leading to the discovery of 1.2 pounds of marijuana, methamphetamine-coated marijuana, empty… Continue reading Felon Faces Federal Charges After Alleged Firearm Possession and Drug Bust

Fargo Murder and Illegal Guns Investigation Press Conference

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Fargo Police held a news conference on this Thursday morning to discuss more details surround a Monday night homicide. It includes an investigation of illegal guns.

Hunter Biden Convicted on All Charges Related to Illegal Gun Possession

Hunter Biden

WILMINGTON, DEL. (trfnews.i234.me) – Hunter Biden, the son of President Biden, was convicted on all three charges stemming from the illegal possession of a firearm. The verdict, reached after two days of deliberations, found him guilty of lying on a gun application, falsely denying drug use, and illegally possessing the firearm for 11 days. Hunter… Continue reading Hunter Biden Convicted on All Charges Related to Illegal Gun Possession