Clearwater County (trfnews.i234.me)—In a shocking arrest on March 30, 2025, Brian Platt, a 42-year-old man, was booked in Clearwater County on multiple DWI charges. Platt was arrested under 169A.20.1(2) for operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of a controlled substance, a serious violation that has drawn widespread concern. In addition to this charge,… Continue reading Brian Platt Arrested in Clearwater County – DWI Charges for Substance Abuse and Multiple Prior Offenses!
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Abdirahim Dayib Ahmed Arrested in Otter Tail County – DWI Charge
Otter Tail County (trfnews.i234.me)—In a recent incident that has drawn public attention, Abdirahim Dayib Ahmed, 53, was arrested in Otter Tail County on March 31, 2025, after being charged with Driving While Impaired (DWI). Authorities say Ahmed was allegedly operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol, a serious offense under Minnesota traffic law.… Continue reading Abdirahim Dayib Ahmed Arrested in Otter Tail County – DWI Charge
Michaela Rabideau Arrested in Clearwater County – DWI, Open Bottle, and License Cancellation Charges!
Clearwater County (trfnews.i234.me)—In a shocking development, Michaela Rabideau, a 38-year-old woman, was arrested in Clearwater County on March 28, 2025, under multiple severe charges. Rabideau faces First-Degree DWI charges under 169A.24.1(2) due to a previous felony DWI conviction, highlighting the gravity of her offense. In addition to this, Rabideau was charged under 169A.20.1(4) for driving… Continue reading Michaela Rabideau Arrested in Clearwater County – DWI, Open Bottle, and License Cancellation Charges!
Angelena Raincloud Arrested in Beltrami County on Child Neglect & Second-Degree DWI Charges
Beltrami County, MN – Angelena Raincloud, a 5’07”, 135 lb individual, is now in custody at the Beltrami County Jail following a serious set of charges involving child neglect and driving while impaired. Raincloud was booked on April 5, 2025, with no bail set, and faces the following gross misdemeanor charges: Neglect of a Child… Continue reading Angelena Raincloud Arrested in Beltrami County on Child Neglect & Second-Degree DWI Charges
Jewel Zornes Arrested in Beltrami County on Drug Sale & DWI Refusal Charges
Beltrami County, MN – Jewel Zornes is now in custody at the Beltrami County Jail following a multi-charge arrest that includes both drug and DWI-related offenses. Zornes, who stands 5’05” tall and weighs 240 lbs, was booked on April 5, 2025, with no bail set. The charges filed include: Felony – Drugs – 5th Degree… Continue reading Jewel Zornes Arrested in Beltrami County on Drug Sale & DWI Refusal Charges
HIGH BAC DWI: Thief River Falls Man Busted with Beer, Weed, and Nearly 3x Legal Limit
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) – A Thief River Falls man is facing serious DWI charges after a routine traffic stop uncovered alcohol, marijuana, and signs of extreme impairment near Second Street and Barzen Avenue on March 30 at 3:09 p.m. Nicholas Dane Kalinoski, age 32, has been charged with second-degree DWI – with two aggravating… Continue reading HIGH BAC DWI: Thief River Falls Man Busted with Beer, Weed, and Nearly 3x Legal Limit
Tollefson Busted for DWI in Clearwater County – BAC Over the Legal Limit!
Clearwater County (trfnews.i234.me) — Another DWI arrest has been made in northern Minnesota. Joshua Tollefson, a 41-year-old male, was arrested on March 22, 2025, at approximately 11:27 a.m., charged under Minnesota Statute 169A.20.1(5) for Operating a Motor Vehicle with an Alcohol Concentration of 0.08 or More Within 2 Hours. Authorities say the arrest occurred during… Continue reading Tollefson Busted for DWI in Clearwater County – BAC Over the Legal Limit!
Alexander J. Zagone Arrested in Roseau County for DWI Test Refusal – Held with No Bail
Roseau County (trfnews.i234.me) — Alexander J. Zagone, age 25, was booked on March 29, 2025, after being arrested by the Minnesota State Patrol on two alcohol-related driving offenses: GM – Traffic – DWI – Refusal to Submit to Chemical Test Charge Type: Gross Misdemeanor Court: Roseau County Court Bail: $0.00 M – DWI – Fourth-Degree… Continue reading Alexander J. Zagone Arrested in Roseau County for DWI Test Refusal – Held with No Bail
Brian Crabtree Arrested in Beltrami County for Multiple DWI Offenses
BELTRAMI COUNTY, MN – Brian Crabtree was taken into custody on March 14, 2025, at Beltrami County Jail on multiple counts of driving while impaired (DWI) involving controlled substances. Charge Details: Case #25-003838
Charges: 169A.20.1(2) – DWI – Operating a Motor Vehicle Under the Influence of a Controlled Substance (Gross Misdemeanor) 169A.20.1(7) – DWI… Continue reading Brian Crabtree Arrested in Beltrami County for Multiple DWI Offenses
Clearwater County: Joseph Resech Arrested for DWI – Driving Under Influence in Latest Clearwater Crackdown
Clearwater County (trfnews.i234.me) — Joseph Resech, 39, has been arrested on March 15, 2025, in Clearwater County, Minnesota. Resech faces two serious charges: operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol (169A.20.1(1)) and fourth-degree DWI (169A.27.1). Authorities apprehended him early Saturday morning during a routine patrol. Driving while impaired continues to be a critical… Continue reading Clearwater County: Joseph Resech Arrested for DWI – Driving Under Influence in Latest Clearwater Crackdown
Clearwater County: Kenneth Lafriniere Arrested for DWI Involving Schedule I/II Drugs
Clearwater County (trfnews.i234.me) — Kenneth Lafriniere, 43, was arrested on March 13, 2025, in Clearwater County, Minnesota. Lafriniere faces a serious charge under Minnesota Statute 169A.20.1(7) for allegedly operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of Schedule I or II drugs, excluding cannabis or hemp. Authorities report that the arrest stemmed from a traffic… Continue reading Clearwater County: Kenneth Lafriniere Arrested for DWI Involving Schedule I/II Drugs
Becker County: Nathan Cory Strei Arrested on Third-Degree DWI Charges
Becker County — Authorities have arrested Nathan Cory Strei, 48, on multiple DWI-related charges. Strei faces a third-degree driving while impaired (DWI) charge with one aggravating factor, along with an additional count of operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol. Strei was booked on March 14, 2025, with no estimated release date currently… Continue reading Becker County: Nathan Cory Strei Arrested on Third-Degree DWI Charges
Angela Laduke Arrested in Beltrami County for DWI Charges
BELTRAMI COUNTY, MN – Angela Laduke was booked into custody on March 11, 2025, at Beltrami County Jail on multiple charges related to driving while impaired (DWI). Charge Details: Case #25-004057
Charge 1: 169A.20.1(1) – Traffic – DWI – Operate Motor Vehicle Under Influence of Alcohol (Gross Misdemeanor)
Charge 2: 169A.26.1(a) – Third-Degree DWI… Continue reading Angela Laduke Arrested in Beltrami County for DWI Charges
Beltrami County Arrest: Bella Brown Booked for Multiple DWI Charges
BELTRAMI COUNTY, MN – Bella Brown, a Beltrami County resident, was booked into custody at the Beltrami County Jail on March 8, 2025, facing multiple felony and gross misdemeanor charges related to DWI and traffic violations. Charges Against Brown Include: 171.24.5 – Driving After Cancellation – Inimical to Public Safety (Gross Misdemeanor)
169A.20.1(3) –… Continue reading Beltrami County Arrest: Bella Brown Booked for Multiple DWI Charges
Jessica Brummond Arrested in Beltrami County for DWI and Traffic Violations
BELTRAMI COUNTY, MN – Jessica Brummond, a Beltrami County resident, is currently being held without bail at the Beltrami County Jail after being booked on March 10, 2025. Brummond is facing multiple felony and gross misdemeanor charges related to DWI and driving violations. Charges Against Brummond Include: 169A.20.1(7) – DWI – Operating a Motor… Continue reading Jessica Brummond Arrested in Beltrami County for DWI and Traffic Violations
Dustin Robert O’Neill Arrested for Third-Degree DUI in Polk County
POLK COUNTY, MN – Authorities in Polk County arrested Dustin Robert O’Neill, 29, on March 9, 2025, for third-degree DUI – driving while impaired with one aggravating factor, in violation of Minnesota Statute 169A.26.1(a) [2]. Under Minnesota law, a third-degree DUI is classified as a gross misdemeanor and is charged when a driver operates a… Continue reading Dustin Robert O’Neill Arrested for Third-Degree DUI in Polk County
Dennis Eugene Gagnon Jr. Arrested in Polk County for First-Degree DUI
POLK COUNTY, MN – Law enforcement officers in Polk County arrested Dennis Eugene Gagnon Jr., 44, on March 13, 2025, for First-Degree Driving While Impaired (DUI) under Minnesota Statute 169A.24.1. First-degree DUI is classified as a felony in Minnesota and is typically charged in cases where the individual has prior DUI convictions or aggravating factors… Continue reading Dennis Eugene Gagnon Jr. Arrested in Polk County for First-Degree DUI
Jacob Iver Hagan Arrested for Felony DUI in Polk County
POLK COUNTY, MN – Law enforcement officials in Polk County arrested Jacob Iver Hagan, 39, on March 7, 2025, for felony DUI – operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol, in violation of Minnesota Statute 169A.20.1(1) [1]. Under Minnesota law, a DUI offense can escalate to a felony if the driver has prior… Continue reading Jacob Iver Hagan Arrested for Felony DUI in Polk County
Pennington County: Haugen Man Busted for DWI – No Bail in Shocking Arrest!
Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Pennington County man, John Haugen, was taken into custody on March 18, 2025, after being charged with Fourth-Degree Driving While Impaired under case number 25-001145. Haugen, who stands 5 feet 9 inches tall and weighs 130 pounds, is being held at the Pennington County Jail with no bail currently set.… Continue reading Pennington County: Haugen Man Busted for DWI – No Bail in Shocking Arrest!
DWI ARREST: Tad Isaac Butcher REFUSES CHEMICAL TEST
POLK COUNTY TRAFFIC STOP ENDS IN ARREST! (trfnews.i234.me) – Authorities in Polk County say that Tad Isaac Butcher was pulled over on March 13, 2025, for suspected DWI. When asked to submit to a chemical test, he allegedly refused, triggering an automatic second-degree DWI charge under Minnesota Statute 169A.25.1(b). WHAT HAPPENS NEXT? Butcher now faces… Continue reading DWI ARREST: Tad Isaac Butcher REFUSES CHEMICAL TEST
Roseau County: Sherri L. Nelson Arrested for Second-Degree DWI
Roseau County (trfnews.i234.me) — A 52-year-old Roseau County woman has been taken into custody for a Second-Degree DWI, with authorities citing two or more aggravating factors in the case. Arrest Details: Suspect: Sherri L. Nelson, 52 Arrest Date: March 11, 2025 Arresting Agency: Roseau County Sheriff’s Office Charge: Gross Misdemeanor – Second-Degree DWI Total… Continue reading Roseau County: Sherri L. Nelson Arrested for Second-Degree DWI
Dustin Leroy Helps Arrested in Otter Tail County for DWI – Controlled Substance
OTTER TAIL COUNTY, MN – Dustin Leroy Helps, 32, was booked into the Otter Tail County Jail on February 28, 2025, for driving while impaired (DWI) under the influence of a Schedule I or II controlled substance. According to jail records, Helps has been charged with: DWI – Operating a Motor Vehicle with Any Amount… Continue reading Dustin Leroy Helps Arrested in Otter Tail County for DWI – Controlled Substance
Angel Shambow Arrested in Clearwater County for DWI – Controlled Substance
CLEARWATER COUNTY, MN – Angel Shambow, 52, was arrested and booked into the Clearwater County Jail on February 24, 2025, for driving while impaired (DWI) under the influence of a Schedule I or II controlled substance. According to jail records, Shambow has been charged with: DWI – Operating a Motor Vehicle with Any Amount of… Continue reading Angel Shambow Arrested in Clearwater County for DWI – Controlled Substance
GOODRIDGE WOMAN ARRESTED FOR FOURTH-DEGREE DWI IN PENNINGTON COUNTY
Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) —On February 22 at 1:08 a.m., Pennington County deputies conducted a traffic stop near 180th Street Northeast and 290th Avenue Northeast. Arrested: Jennifer Kainz, 34, of Goodridge Charge: Fourth-Degree DWI
Blood Alcohol Content (BAC): Kainz was cited after recording a 0.13 BAC, above Minnesota’s legal limit of 0.08.
She… Continue reading GOODRIDGE WOMAN ARRESTED FOR FOURTH-DEGREE DWI IN PENNINGTON COUNTY
INTOXICATED DRIVER WITH TRAILER PULLED OVER AFTER TWO-MILE CHASE IN THIEF RIVER FALLS
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Intoxicated driver arrested in Thief River Falls after ignoring police for two miles! On February 22 at 2:42 p.m., the Pennington County Sheriff’s Office received a report of an allegedly intoxicated driver heading toward Thief River Falls on Highway 1. Arrested: Randall Jay Zaviska, 57, of Eagan Charge: Third-Degree… Continue reading INTOXICATED DRIVER WITH TRAILER PULLED OVER AFTER TWO-MILE CHASE IN THIEF RIVER FALLS
DRUNK DRIVER CRASHES INTO DITCH IN ITASCA COUNTY – SHOCKING DETAILS REVEALED!
Itasca County (trfnews.i234.me) was the scene of a suspected DWI crash Tuesday night after a 2019 Ford F-350 blew through an intersection and landed in a ditch. The crash happened on March 4, 2025, at 8:18 PM at the intersection of Highway 65 and County Road 22 in Bearville Township. Driver Identified – Alcohol Confirmed… Continue reading DRUNK DRIVER CRASHES INTO DITCH IN ITASCA COUNTY – SHOCKING DETAILS REVEALED!
Chelsey Durant Arrested in Beltrami County for DWI & Chemical Test Refusal
BELTRAMI COUNTY, MN – Chelsey Durant, a 5’7″, 200-pound woman with brown hair and brown eyes, was booked into the Beltrami County Jail on February 28, 2025. Durant is facing a gross misdemeanor charge for: Second-Degree Driving While Impaired (DWI) & Refusal to Submit to a Chemical Test (Case #25-003087, Severity: Gross Misdemeanor). Her case… Continue reading Chelsey Durant Arrested in Beltrami County for DWI & Chemical Test Refusal
Brian Anoka Arrested in Beltrami County for DWI Test Refusal, Faces Gross Misdemeanor Charge
Beltrami County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)— Authorities in Beltrami County arrested Brian Anoka, 5’6″ tall and weighing 200 pounds, on February 25, 2025, for refusing to submit to a chemical test following a DWI-related traffic stop. Anoka has been charged under Minnesota Statute 169A.20.2(1) for DWI – Refusal to Submit to a Chemical Test, a gross misdemeanor.… Continue reading Brian Anoka Arrested in Beltrami County for DWI Test Refusal, Faces Gross Misdemeanor Charge
ROSEAU COUNTY: SHERRI L. NELSON ARRESTED FOR THIRD-DEGREE DWI
Roseau County (trfnews.i234.me) — 52-year-old Sherri L. Nelson has been arrested in Roseau County for DWI! Arrest Details: Suspect: Sherri L. Nelson, 52 years old Arrest Date: March 6, 2025 Arresting Agency: Roseau County Sheriff’s Office Charge: Gross Misdemeanor – Third-Degree Driving While Impaired (DWI) with One Aggravating Factor
Current Status: Nelson remains… Continue reading ROSEAU COUNTY: SHERRI L. NELSON ARRESTED FOR THIRD-DEGREE DWI
Anthony Ferdig Arrested in Beltrami County for DWI and Third-Degree DWI
Beltrami County, MN – Anthony Ferdig, 190 pounds and 5’10” tall, was arrested on February 23, 2025, and booked into Beltrami County Jail on charges of driving while impaired (DWI) and third-degree DWI with an aggravating factor. Ferdig faces the following gross misdemeanor (GM) charges under Minnesota law: Minnesota Statute 169A.20.1(1) – Operating a motor… Continue reading Anthony Ferdig Arrested in Beltrami County for DWI and Third-Degree DWI
Aaron Smith Arrested in Beltrami County for DWI Test Refusal
Beltrami County, MN – Authorities in Beltrami County arrested Aaron Smith, 170 pounds and 5’6” tall, on February 23, 2025, for refusing to submit to a chemical test following a suspected DWI (Driving While Impaired) incident. Smith has been charged under Minnesota Statute 169A.20.2(1) for DWI – Refusal to Submit to a Chemical Test, which… Continue reading Aaron Smith Arrested in Beltrami County for DWI Test Refusal
Beltrami County Man Arrested for DWI, Chemical Test Refusal, and Fleeing Police
Beltrami County, MN – Miguel Carmona was arrested on February 10, 2025, and booked into the Beltrami County Jail on multiple charges, including DWI, refusal to submit to a chemical test, and fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle. He is currently being held without bail, awaiting a hearing in District Court. Charge Details… Continue reading Beltrami County Man Arrested for DWI, Chemical Test Refusal, and Fleeing Police
Beltrami County Woman Arrested for First-Degree Felony DWI
Beltrami County, MN – Sarrell Jack was arrested on February 11, 2025, and booked into the Beltrami County Jail on first-degree felony DWI charges. she is currently being held without bail, awaiting a hearing in District Court. Charge Details Traffic – DWI – First-Degree DWI; Previous Felony DWI Conviction (Minnesota Statute 169A.24.1(2)) – Felony… Continue reading Beltrami County Woman Arrested for First-Degree Felony DWI
Beltrami County Man Arrested for DWI Under the Influence of Controlled Substance
Beltrami County, MN – Jerome Strong was arrested on February 10, 2025, and booked into the Beltrami County Jail on multiple DWI-related charges. He is currently being held without bail, awaiting a hearing in District Court. Charge Details Traffic – DWI – Operate Motor Vehicle Under Influence of Controlled Substance (Minnesota Statute 169A.20.1(2)) –… Continue reading Beltrami County Man Arrested for DWI Under the Influence of Controlled Substance
McIntosh Man Charged with Felony Criminal Vehicular Homicide in Pennington County
Pennington County, MN – A McIntosh man is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly driving under the influence, failing to stop at a stop sign, and causing a deadly crash in May 2024 that killed one woman and injured two others. Crash Details
Date: May 3, 2024
Time: 9:22 p.m.
Location: Intersection of… Continue reading McIntosh Man Charged with Felony Criminal Vehicular Homicide in Pennington County
Jordan Anderson Arrested in Beltrami County for Felony DWI 
Beltrami County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Jordan Anderson was arrested on January 31, 2025, and is currently being held at Beltrami County Jail on a felony DWI charge under Minnesota Statute 169A.20.1(1). Felony DWI in Minnesota: A DWI charge becomes a felony if the driver has: Three or more prior DWI convictions within the past 10 years, A… Continue reading Jordan Anderson Arrested in Beltrami County for Felony DWI
Roseau County: Alexzander J. Peterson ARRESTED for Felony DWI
ROSEAU COUNTY (trfnews.i234.me) — Authorities in Roseau County have arrested 29-year-old Alexzander J. Peterson on February 23, 2025, for First-Degree DWI, a felony charge due to a previous substance-related vehicular homicide or injury conviction. The Minnesota State Patrol took Peterson into custody, booking him into Roseau County Court. As a felony DWI offender, Peterson faces… Continue reading Roseau County: Alexzander J. Peterson ARRESTED for Felony DWI
Roseau County Man Arrested for 2nd-Degree DWI with Aggravating Factors
ROSEAU COUNTY (trfnews.i234.me) — Authorities in Roseau County arrested 42-year-old William H. Holland on February 22, 2025, for a Second-Degree DWI, which includes two or more aggravating factors, elevating the charge to a gross misdemeanor. The Minnesota State Patrol took Holland into custody, booking him into Roseau County Court. At this time, his bail remains… Continue reading Roseau County Man Arrested for 2nd-Degree DWI with Aggravating Factors
Sergio Hernandez Ramirez Held in Pennington County Jail on DWI and Uninsured Vehicle Charges
PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN – Sergio Hernandez Ramirez was booked into Pennington County Jail on February 23, 2025, and is currently being held without bail. Court records indicate he is facing multiple charges, including: Gross Misdemeanor DWI – Operating a Motor Vehicle Under the Influence of a Controlled Substance (169A.20.1(2)) Misdemeanor – Driving Without a Valid… Continue reading Sergio Hernandez Ramirez Held in Pennington County Jail on DWI and Uninsured Vehicle Charges
Randall Zaviska Held in Pennington County Jail on Third-Degree DWI Charge
PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN – Randall Zaviska was booked into Pennington County Jail on February 22, 2025, and is currently being held without bail. Court records indicate Zaviska is facing a gross misdemeanor charge for: Third-Degree Driving While Impaired (DWI) (169A.26.1(a)): Allegedly operating a motor vehicle while under the influence, with one aggravating factor. Zaviska remains… Continue reading Randall Zaviska Held in Pennington County Jail on Third-Degree DWI Charge
Dawson Brevik Held in Pennington County Jail on Third-Degree DWI Charge
PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN – Dawson Brevik was booked into Pennington County Jail on February 22, 2025, and is currently being held without bail. Court records show Brevik is facing a gross misdemeanor charge for: Third-Degree Driving While Impaired (DWI) (169A.26.1(a)): Allegedly operating a motor vehicle while under the influence, with one aggravating factor. Brevik remains… Continue reading Dawson Brevik Held in Pennington County Jail on Third-Degree DWI Charge
Beltrami County Man Arrested for DWI and Third-Degree Driving While Impaired
Beltrami County, MN – Kenneth Thompson was arrested and booked into the Beltrami County Jail on February 8, 2025, facing multiple DWI-related charges. According to court records, Thompson has been charged with: Traffic – DWI – Operate Motor Vehicle Under Influence of Alcohol (Minnesota Statute 169A.20.1(1)) – Gross Misdemeanor
Traffic – DWI – Third-Degree Driving… Continue reading Beltrami County Man Arrested for DWI and Third-Degree Driving While Impaired
Polk County Woman Arrested for DUI – Operating Vehicle Under Influence of Schedule I/II Drugs
Polk County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—A Polk County woman, Mindy Lynn Kloos, was arrested on February 14, 2025, for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) after allegedly operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of Schedule I or II drugs, excluding marijuana. She was charged under Minnesota Statute 169A.20.1(7), which covers impaired driving due to controlled substances.… Continue reading Polk County Woman Arrested for DUI – Operating Vehicle Under Influence of Schedule I/II Drugs
Jennifer Kainz Held in Pennington County Jail on Fourth-Degree DWI Charge
PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN – Jennifer Kainz was booked into Pennington County Jail on February 22, 2025, and is currently being held without bail. Court records show that Kainz is facing a misdemeanor charge for: Fourth-Degree Driving While Impaired (DWI) (169A.27.1): Allegedly operating a motor vehicle while under the influence Kainz remains in custody as she… Continue reading Jennifer Kainz Held in Pennington County Jail on Fourth-Degree DWI Charge
Brianne Brun Arrested in Beltrami County for Third-Degree DWI 
Beltrami County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Brianne Brun was arrested on January 31, 2025, and is currently being held at Beltrami County Jail on two gross misdemeanor charges related to Driving While Impaired (DWI). Brun has been charged with: Traffic – DWI – Operate Motor Vehicle Under Influence of Alcohol (Minnesota Statute 169A.20.1(1)) Traffic – DWI – Third-Degree… Continue reading Brianne Brun Arrested in Beltrami County for Third-Degree DWI
Joel Gomez Diaz in Custody at Pennington County Jail for Third-Degree DWI
Pennington County, MN – On February 16, 2025, Joel Gomez Diaz was booked into Pennington County Jail and is currently being held without bail. Arrest Details: Name: Joel Gomez Diaz Custody Date: 02/16/2025 Height: 5’3″ Weight: 165 lbs Hair Color: Black Eye Color: Brown Bail/Fine Amount: $0.00 Court: Pennington County District Court Charge: Third-Degree Driving… Continue reading Joel Gomez Diaz in Custody at Pennington County Jail for Third-Degree DWI
Justin Ryan Finch Arrested in Otter Tail County for Second-Degree DWI, Chemical Test Refusal, and Driving After Cancellation 
Otter Tail County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Authorities in Otter Tail County have confirmed the arrest of Justin Ryan Finch, 31, on February 4, 2025, for multiple traffic-related charges, including second-degree DWI, refusal to submit to a chemical test, and driving after cancellation as inimical to public safety. Charge Details: Traffic – DWI – Refuse to Submit to… Continue reading Justin Ryan Finch Arrested in Otter Tail County for Second-Degree DWI, Chemical Test Refusal, and Driving After Cancellation
Christine Marie Gesino Arrested in Otter Tail County for Second-Degree DWI with Multiple Aggravating Factors 
Otter Tail County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Authorities in Otter Tail County have confirmed the arrest of Christine Marie Gesino, 60, on February 7, 2025, for multiple DWI-related charges, including second-degree DWI with two or more aggravating factors and operating a vehicle with a BAC over 0.08. Charge Details: Traffic – DWI – Operate Motor Vehicle Under Influence… Continue reading Christine Marie Gesino Arrested in Otter Tail County for Second-Degree DWI with Multiple Aggravating Factors
John Patrick Carey Arrested in Otter Tail County for Third-Degree DWI 
Otter Tail County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Authorities in Otter Tail County have confirmed the arrest of John Patrick Carey, 59, on February 8, 2025, for third-degree Driving While Impaired (DWI) with an aggravating factor under Minnesota Statute 169A.26.1(a). Charge Details: Traffic – DWI – Third-Degree Driving While Impaired; 1 Aggravating Factor (Minnesota Statute 169A.26.1(a)) Legal Consequences: In… Continue reading John Patrick Carey Arrested in Otter Tail County for Third-Degree DWI
Jason Schuett Arrested in Clearwater County for Contempt of Court and Fourth-Degree DWI 
Clearwater County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Authorities in Clearwater County have confirmed the arrest of Jason Schuett, 44, on February 4, 2025, for multiple offenses, including contempt of court, refusing a chemical test for DWI, and fourth-degree DWI. Charge Details: Contempt of Court – Willful Disobedience to Court Mandate (Minnesota Statute 588.20.2(4)) Traffic – DWI – Refuse to… Continue reading Jason Schuett Arrested in Clearwater County for Contempt of Court and Fourth-Degree DWI
Diana Lee Koljonen Sentenced in Otter Tail County for DWI Involving Controlled Substances 
Otter Tail County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Authorities in Otter Tail County have confirmed the sentencing of Diana Lee Koljonen, 68, on February 6, 2025, following her conviction for driving while impaired (DWI) under the influence of Schedule I/II drugs (excluding cannabis/hemp). Koljonen was originally arrested for this offense and has now received a court-ordered sentence, which could… Continue reading Diana Lee Koljonen Sentenced in Otter Tail County for DWI Involving Controlled Substances
Pennington County: Jacob Larson Held for Multiple DWI Offenses
Pennington County, MN – Jacob Larson was taken into custody on February 15, 2025, and is currently being held at Pennington County Jail on multiple charges related to driving while impaired (DWI). Larson, who is 5’11” tall and weighs 170 pounds, is facing charges under Case #25320200, including: Third-Degree DWI – One Aggravating Factor (Gross… Continue reading Pennington County: Jacob Larson Held for Multiple DWI Offenses
Shelsey Lynn Honer Arrested in Becker County for Second-Degree DWI and Refusal to Submit to Chemical Test 
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Shelsey Lynn Honer, 29, was arrested on February 7, 2025, and is currently in custody at Becker County Jail on multiple DWI-related charges. Charge Details: Traffic – DWI – Operate Motor Vehicle with Alcohol Concentration of 0.08 or Higher Within 2 Hours (Minnesota Statute 169A.20.1(5)) Traffic – DWI – Second-Degree Driving While… Continue reading Shelsey Lynn Honer Arrested in Becker County for Second-Degree DWI and Refusal to Submit to Chemical Test
Paula Bauman Arrested in Beltrami County for Fourth-Degree DWI 
Beltrami County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Paula Bauman was arrested on February 7, 2025, and is currently being held without bail at Beltrami County Jail for fourth-degree Driving While Impaired (DWI) under Minnesota Statute 169A.27.1. Charge Details: DWI – Fourth-Degree Driving While Impaired (M {169A.27.1}) Legal Consequences: In Minnesota, a fourth-degree DWI is a misdemeanor and typically applies… Continue reading Paula Bauman Arrested in Beltrami County for Fourth-Degree DWI
Paula LaRose Arrested in Beltrami County for DWI and Drug Possession 
Beltrami County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Paula LaRose was arrested on February 7, 2025, and is currently in custody without bail at Beltrami County Jail on two serious charges related to drug possession and impaired driving. Charge Details: Traffic – DWI – Operate Motor Vehicle with Any Amount of Schedule I/II Drugs (excluding cannabis/hemp) (GM {169A.20.1(7)}) Drugs –… Continue reading Paula LaRose Arrested in Beltrami County for DWI and Drug Possession
Audubon Woman Sheila Marie Lorisch Charged with Felony Fleeing and DWI in Becker County
BECKER COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Sheila Marie Lorisch of Audubon, Minnesota, is facing felony fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle and misdemeanor DWI charges after leading law enforcement on a high-speed chase in hazardous winter conditions, according to court documents. The incident occurred on February 1 at 6:15 p.m., when a Becker County Deputy patrolling… Continue reading Audubon Woman Sheila Marie Lorisch Charged with Felony Fleeing and DWI in Becker County
Otter Tail County: Damien Ryan Evenson Sentenced for DWI Involving Schedule I/II Drugs
Otter Tail County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On December 9, 2024, Damien Ryan Evenson, aged 23, was booked in Otter Tail County. He was sentenced under Minnesota Statute 169A.20, subdivision 1, clause (7), which prohibits operating a motor vehicle with any amount of a Schedule I or II controlled substance, excluding cannabis and hemp, in one’s body. Revisor… Continue reading Otter Tail County: Damien Ryan Evenson Sentenced for DWI Involving Schedule I/II Drugs
Jamie Christopher Turpin Faces Charges in DUI Incident
Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Jamie Christopher Turpin, born on August 1, 1974, has been charged with first-degree DUI after a traffic stop on April 22, 2024. The charge stems from allegations that he was driving while impaired, violating traffic laws under section 169A.24.1. The incident is currently under legal review, and Turpin is expected to face legal… Continue reading Jamie Christopher Turpin Faces Charges in DUI Incident
DUI Charge Filed Against Jason Maurice Knox After Fourth-Degree Impairment Incident
Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On December 12, 2024, Jason Maurice Knox, born on June 27, 1968, was charged with a fourth-degree driving while impaired offense. The case falls under Minnesota Statute 169A.27.1, which outlines penalties for driving under the influence. This charge marks a significant legal development for Knox. I’m Chris Harper reporting for trfnews.i234.me
Jasmine Priscilla Jones Cited for DUI
Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jasmine Priscilla Jones, born August 12, 1997, was cited for operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol on December 6, 2024. The incident occurred in MN and is being processed under state statute 169A.20.1(1), which addresses driving under the influence of alcohol. Further details regarding the case remain pending… Continue reading Jasmine Priscilla Jones Cited for DUI
Driver Arrested for DWI After Hitting Pillar at Cenex on Eighth Street
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On Nov. 3 at 1:15 a.m., police allegedly observed a vehicle that appeared to have hit a pillar at Cenex on Eighth Street. The vehicle had sustained damage, and the motorist was still inside. Adonis Castillo Siles, 25, of Thief River Falls, has been cited for fourth-degree DWI, uninsured… Continue reading Driver Arrested for DWI After Hitting Pillar at Cenex on Eighth Street
Newfolden Woman Arrested for DWI After Disturbance at Kendall Ave. Home
In the early hours of August 20, police responded to a disturbance report at 415 Kendall Ave. S., leading to the arrest of 44-year-old Bobby Jo Michelle Kuznia of Newfolden. Kuznia has been cited for fourth-degree DWI after she was found allegedly pounding on a bedroom window at the residence. Upon arrival, officers noted signs… Continue reading Newfolden Woman Arrested for DWI After Disturbance at Kendall Ave. Home