STANTON, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — Ian Cramer, aged 43 and son of U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer, was sentenced to 28 years in prison on December 30, 2024, for his involvement in the death of Mercer County Sheriff’s Deputy Paul Martin during a high-speed pursuit in December 2023. Incident Overview On December 6, 2023, Cramer fled from… Continue reading Senator’s Son Sentenced to 28 Years for Deputy’s Death in High-Speed Chase
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Grand Forks Shelter Stabbing Suspect Ordered to Undergo Mental Evaluation
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — In November 2024, a 44-year-old man named Moses G. Ayom was arrested following an incident at the Northlands Rescue Mission, a homeless shelter in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Ayom is accused of stabbing a 37-year-old man, identified as Travis Vigen, multiple times with a pocket knife. The attack was reportedly… Continue reading Grand Forks Shelter Stabbing Suspect Ordered to Undergo Mental Evaluation
Maryland Men Sentenced in Romance Fraud Targeting Elderly Women
BISMARCK, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — Two Maryland men have received sentences for their involvement in a romance fraud scheme targeting elderly women via social media. Chinedu Ikenna Nwafor, 42, of Bowie, Maryland, was sentenced on December 17 in North Dakota to 25 months in prison and ordered to pay $180,000 in restitution. He pleaded guilty to… Continue reading Maryland Men Sentenced in Romance Fraud Targeting Elderly Women
ACLU Files Lawsuit Against Otter Tail County Jail Over Inmate Mistreatment
FERGUS FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Minnesota has filed a lawsuit against Otter Tail County and its jail staff, representing an inmate, Ramsey Kettle. Kettle claims he was denied food and water for over 50 hours as a form of punishment while in solitary confinement at the Otter Tail… Continue reading ACLU Files Lawsuit Against Otter Tail County Jail Over Inmate Mistreatment
Jamestown Police Officer Shoots Suspect After Active Shooter Incident
JAMESTOWN, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — On December 3, 2024, Devin Quinn Fontenot, 27, was identified as the suspect involved in an active shooter incident outside Fred’s Den in Jamestown. According to police, Fontenot, armed with a gun and knife, had been involved in a physical altercation at the bar before being escorted outside. A 911 call… Continue reading Jamestown Police Officer Shoots Suspect After Active Shooter Incident
Thanksgiving Shooting in Minnesota Leaves One Injured
BRECKENRIDGE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — A man sustained serious injuries in a Thanksgiving shooting in Breckenridge, Minnesota. Breckenridge police responded to a residence on the 200 block of Third Street North at 2:27 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 28. The homeowner, 67-year-old Mark Danford, was unharmed, but Michael McCall, 25, suffered life-threatening gunshot wounds and was transported… Continue reading Thanksgiving Shooting in Minnesota Leaves One Injured
Armed Student Apprehended at Moorhead Career Academy
MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — On Monday, Nov. 25, a 17-year-old student was taken into custody at Moorhead High School Career Academy after being found with a firearm. The incident began earlier that morning when Moorhead Police responded to a report of a stolen handgun from an apartment in south Moorhead. The 25-year-old resident of the… Continue reading Armed Student Apprehended at Moorhead Career Academy
Teenager to Plead Guilty in Fatal Stabbing at Grand Forks Apartment Complex
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — A Grand Forks teenager, Cazmere Haskins, 18, is expected to plead guilty to murder in December following a fatal stabbing incident earlier this year. Originally scheduled for a court appearance on Nov. 27, the case has been postponed. Haskins, who was 17 at the time and a senior at Central… Continue reading Teenager to Plead Guilty in Fatal Stabbing at Grand Forks Apartment Complex
Trial Delay for Former Grand Forks Business Owner Amid New Evidence
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — The trial for Joshua Temple, a 41-year-old former Grand Forks business owner, has been delayed. Temple faces multiple charges related to allegations of domestic abuse against his late wife, Whitney Temple, a 33-year-old doctor who was battling a rare bone cancer at the time of the incidents. Police reports indicate… Continue reading Trial Delay for Former Grand Forks Business Owner Amid New Evidence
Former Auditor Sentenced to Jail for Embezzlement: Repays $10,000 of Stolen Funds
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — A former Grand Forks County city auditor was sentenced to 60 days in jail and two months of home confinement. She admitted to using taxpayer money to pad her salary and go shopping. Wendy Sullivan, 60, used nearly $115,000 during her 12 years on the job, including nearly $90,000 in… Continue reading Former Auditor Sentenced to Jail for Embezzlement: Repays $10,000 of Stolen Funds
Racial Profiling Lawsuit Settled: Man Receives $50,000 from City of Willmar and Former Police Officer Christopher Flatten
WILLMAR, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — The man who sued the City of Willmar and former police officer Christopher Flatten has agreed to settle his lawsuit for $50,000. According to a news release issued by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Minnesota on November 19, attorneys came to an agreement on November 1. The settlement was… Continue reading Racial Profiling Lawsuit Settled: Man Receives $50,000 from City of Willmar and Former Police Officer Christopher Flatten
Human Smuggling Case Linked to Fatal Border Crossing: Trial Begins Monday
FERGUS FALLS, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — Two men, Steve Shand and Harshkimar Patel, will appear in court on Thursday, Nov. 14, for a pretrial conference related to human smuggling charges. The case involves a smuggling network transporting Indian migrants across the U.S.-Canada border. Court documents indicate that Patel and Shand, both Florida residents, coordinated the operation.… Continue reading Human Smuggling Case Linked to Fatal Border Crossing: Trial Begins Monday
St. Paul Police Shoot and Kill Man Linked to Homicide Case
ST. PAUL (trfnews.i234.me) — The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is investigating an incident where St. Paul police fatally shot a man on Saturday afternoon, November 9. Police were responding to a report about a man suspected of involvement in a recent St. Paul homicide. Around 1 p.m., officers received a call identifying a 36-year-old… Continue reading St. Paul Police Shoot and Kill Man Linked to Homicide Case
A Minnesota Man Pleads Guilty to Aiding and Abetting Murder in the Third Degree
OLIVIA, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — According to court documents, Ortiz was involved in facilitating a drug sale between a woman who later died from an overdose caused by fentanyl and another individual. The incident occurred on October 25, 2023, when law enforcement responded to a residence in Morton, Minnesota. The woman was found unresponsive, and a… Continue reading A Minnesota Man Pleads Guilty to Aiding and Abetting Murder in the Third Degree
Homeless Man Accused of Attempted Murder: Bail Set at $250,000
GRAND FORKS (trfnews.i234.me) — A 44-year-old homeless man named Moses Ayom made his first court appearance on Tuesday, November 5th, in connection with an alleged attempt to stab another man at the Grand Forks homeless shelter. The incident occurred on Friday, November 1st. According to court documents, Ayom claimed that President Joe Biden and Vice… Continue reading Homeless Man Accused of Attempted Murder: Bail Set at $250,000
Justice Revisited: Jarrod Adams’ 40-Year Sentence Reduced After Appeal
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Jarrod Adams, a 30-year-old man, appeared in court on Friday, November 1. He had been previously sentenced to 50 years in prison for various crimes, including kidnapping and attempted gross sexual imposition. In May 2022, Adams followed a random woman to her apartment across from Altru Hospital. He told her… Continue reading Justice Revisited: Jarrod Adams’ 40-Year Sentence Reduced After Appeal
Chaos in Brainerd: 35-Year-Old Man Arrested for Shooting and Abduction
BRAINERD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On November 1st, a suspect was arrested by law enforcement in connection to a shooting death that occurred on Loerch Road near Brainerd. The victim of the shooting was identified as Lyle Maske, age 62. The Crow Wing County sheriff’s office reported that Chad Aanerud, a 35-year-old man from Brainerd, is… Continue reading Chaos in Brainerd: 35-Year-Old Man Arrested for Shooting and Abduction
Fatal Encounter: Minot Police Shooting Leaves One Man Dead
MINOT, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A reported domestic disturbance in Minot led to a fatal encounter with law enforcement on Friday, October 25. The incident occurred at approximately 7:30 a.m. According to reports from the scene, officers responded to a call regarding an argument between two individuals, including threats of using a gun. During their response,… Continue reading Fatal Encounter: Minot Police Shooting Leaves One Man Dead
Former Benson Teacher Pleads Guilty to Felony Charges of Sexual Contact with Male Students
BENSON (trfnews.i234.me) – A former teacher from Benson Public Schools has pleaded guilty to four felony charges related to his alleged involvement in sexual contact with multiple male students. Roger Ebnet, 61, entered a plea of guilty on October 22 at Swift County Courthouse. The charges against him include second-degree criminal sexual conduct involving several… Continue reading Former Benson Teacher Pleads Guilty to Felony Charges of Sexual Contact with Male Students
Murder Suspect Cazmere Haskins May Get Plea Deal in Grand Forks Case
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A potential plea deal may be on the horizon for a young man accused of murder in North Dakota. The development comes as 18-year-old Cazmere Haskins, who was due to appear in court this week, has asked his attorney to push back his hearing. According to reports, Haskins is facing… Continue reading Murder Suspect Cazmere Haskins May Get Plea Deal in Grand Forks Case
Tire Slasher’s Price to Pay: $28K in Restitution for Grand Forks Vandalism Spree
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A former corrections officer has been ordered to pay over $28,000 in restitution after slashing the tires of 45 victims in a bizarre vandalism spree that left many without transportation. Matthew Morris, 32, deflated the tires in the middle of the night in October 2023. All the victims lived within… Continue reading Tire Slasher’s Price to Pay: $28K in Restitution for Grand Forks Vandalism Spree
Deadly Weekend in St. Paul: Two Violent Deaths, 22nd Homicide of the Year
ST. PAUL — Deadly Weekend in St. Paul: Two Violent Deaths, 22nd Homicide of the Year A second violent death has shaken St. Paul over the weekend, with a man being shot on Saturday night and another victim stabbed earlier that day. The shooting occurred shortly before 10 p.m. near Woodbridge Street and Wheelock Parkway… Continue reading Deadly Weekend in St. Paul: Two Violent Deaths, 22nd Homicide of the Year
Justice Takes a Step Forward: Grand Forks Man Found Competent to Stand Trial in Murder Case
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A significant development has been made in the case against Nicholas Narveson, accused of murdering 53-year-old James Jorgenson at Sledster’s Food and Brew in downtown Grand Forks on July 4. Following an evaluation by doctors at the North Dakota State Hospital, a report was presented to a judge on Friday,… Continue reading Justice Takes a Step Forward: Grand Forks Man Found Competent to Stand Trial in Murder Case
Justice Served: West Fargo Teacher Cleared in Fatal Church Shooting
WEST FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A dramatic church shooting outside Prairie Heights Church in West Fargo has left one man dead. But was it self-defense? A prosecutor’s review of three videos from the scene has cleared a local teacher of any wrongdoing. Don Barron Jr., 53, a driver’s education teacher at West Fargo Public Schools,… Continue reading Justice Served: West Fargo Teacher Cleared in Fatal Church Shooting
Fargo Teen Indicted for First-Degree Murder in Death of 14-Year-Old Jaelyn Walker
MOORHEAD — An 18-year-old Fargo resident, Isaac Arndt, has been indicted by a Clay County grand jury on multiple charges related to the tragic death of 14-year-old Jaelyn Walker in Moorhead. The indictment, announced on Wednesday, October 9, includes first-degree murder with premeditation and second-degree murder with intent. If convicted of first-degree murder, Arndt faces… Continue reading Fargo Teen Indicted for First-Degree Murder in Death of 14-Year-Old Jaelyn Walker
Vandalism Spree Hits East Grand Forks: Residents Warned to Be Vigilant
EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A series of brazen vandalism incidents has shaken residents in The Point neighborhood, a south East Grand Forks community along the Red River. Since August, vandals have thrown rocks through windows of five homes, causing significant damage and leaving homeowners on edge. The most recent incident occurred at 11:30… Continue reading Vandalism Spree Hits East Grand Forks: Residents Warned to Be Vigilant
Shameful Betrayal: St. Michael Man Pleads Guilty to Child Abuse in Indian Country
FARGO (trfnews.i234.me) – A 1-year-old boy’s tragic death has led to a guilty plea from Collin Ray Delorme, who faces up to 40 years in federal prison for child abuse in Indian country. On February 18, 2023, a woman on the Spirit Lake Reservation called 911 and reported that the child was not breathing. The… Continue reading Shameful Betrayal: St. Michael Man Pleads Guilty to Child Abuse in Indian Country
Fargo Man Evicted Over Renters Insurance Dispute Despite Providing Proof, Says Tenant
FARGO — A Fargo man, Robert Boelke, is being evicted after Goldmark Property Management claimed he failed to pay renters insurance and late fees. Boelke, who has rented from Goldmark since 2019, insists he provided proof of third-party insurance through State Farm, dating back to 2019, years before Goldmark required the coverage in 2022. The… Continue reading Fargo Man Evicted Over Renters Insurance Dispute Despite Providing Proof, Says Tenant
Some tips for storing your root vegetables – InForum
We’ve had a warm start to the fall, but make no mistake: Harvest time is coming fast. In this episode, Don and John discuss how to store your hard-earned harvest, specifically carrots, potatoes and other root vegetables. Our newsroom occasionally reports stories under a byline of “staff.” Often, the “staff” byline is used when rewriting… Continue reading Some tips for storing your root vegetables – InForum
Restitution for Grand Forks Tire Slasher Delayed Amid $32,000 Dispute
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Victims of a tire-slashing spree in Grand Forks will have to wait longer for compensation as a dispute over restitution arises in court. Matthew Morris, 32, who is already serving a two-year prison sentence for slashing 91 tires in October 2023, was back in court on Friday, Sept. 20. The… Continue reading Restitution for Grand Forks Tire Slasher Delayed Amid $32,000 Dispute
Judge Rejects Plea Deal in Jamestown Fentanyl Overdose Case Involving 2-Year-Old
JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Jamestown man, Christopher William Johnson, 40, faces multiple felony charges after his 2-year-old child overdosed on fentanyl. On Sept. 18, a judge rejected Johnson’s plea deal, leaving him to face trial on Oct. 1. Johnson is charged with endangerment of a child (Class B felony), reckless endangerment, possession of drug… Continue reading Judge Rejects Plea Deal in Jamestown Fentanyl Overdose Case Involving 2-Year-Old
Nigerian Man Sentenced to 12 Years for $200K Fraud Scheme Targeting North Dakota Law Firm
BISMARCK — A Nigerian man has been sentenced to nearly 12 years in federal prison for orchestrating a fraudulent scheme that defrauded a North Dakota law firm of nearly $200,000. Christopher Ndubuisi Agbaje, who was convicted of money laundering, wire fraud, and mail fraud, was sentenced to 142 months by North Dakota U.S. District Court… Continue reading Nigerian Man Sentenced to 12 Years for $200K Fraud Scheme Targeting North Dakota Law Firm
Three Plead Guilty in Feeding Our Future’s $250 Million Fraud Scheme
ST. PAUL, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In the ongoing Feeding Our Future fraud case, three more defendants have pleaded guilty this week for their involvement in a $250 million scheme defrauding government child nutrition programs. This comes two years after the first indictments were unsealed. On Friday, Sept. 20, Khadra Abdi, 43, of Minneapolis, admitted to… Continue reading Three Plead Guilty in Feeding Our Future’s $250 Million Fraud Scheme
Son of U.S. Senator to Plead Guilty in Deadly High-Speed Chase That Killed North Dakota Deputy
STANTON, N.D. — Ian Matthew Cramer, the 43-year-old son of U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer, plans to plead guilty in connection to a deadly high-speed chase that resulted in the death of Mercer County Deputy Paul Martin. Court documents reveal that Cramer is scheduled for a change-of-plea hearing on Friday, September 18, just days before his… Continue reading Son of U.S. Senator to Plead Guilty in Deadly High-Speed Chase That Killed North Dakota Deputy
Rochester Man Dies by Suicide After Being Stopped in Connection with Sister’s Murder in Wisconsin
WINONA, MN – A Rochester man, Scott A. Jenkins, 59, suspected of fatally shooting his sister, Michelle Jenkins, in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, died by an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound during a traffic stop on Friday night, September 6, in Winona, Minnesota. Authorities in Wisconsin discovered Michelle Jenkins’ body on August 29 during a welfare check… Continue reading Rochester Man Dies by Suicide After Being Stopped in Connection with Sister’s Murder in Wisconsin
Former MN State Trooper Shane Roper Faces Nine Charges After Fatal Crash Kills 18-Year-Old Olivia Flores
ROCHESTER — Shane Roper, a former Minnesota State Trooper, has been dismissed and is now facing nine criminal charges following a high-speed crash on May 18, 2024, that killed 18-year-old Olivia Flores and injured five others. Documents reveal that Roper violated multiple policies, including reckless driving and emergency vehicle operation. Roper’s squad car collided with… Continue reading Former MN State Trooper Shane Roper Faces Nine Charges After Fatal Crash Kills 18-Year-Old Olivia Flores
Former Minnesota State Trooper Charged in Fatal Rochester Crash Faces Nine Criminal Charges
ROCHESTER – Former Minnesota State Trooper Shane Roper, who is facing multiple charges in connection with a fatal crash in Rochester, is no longer employed by the Minnesota State Patrol. Lt. Michael Lee confirmed on Friday, September 6, that Roper’s last day of employment was on Tuesday, September 3. However, it remains unclear whether Roper… Continue reading Former Minnesota State Trooper Charged in Fatal Rochester Crash Faces Nine Criminal Charges
Hunter McCutchen Sentenced to 40 Years for Infant Son’s Murder: Family Shares Heartbreaking Impact
RED WING – In a deeply emotional court hearing, Hunter Matthew McCutchen, a Red Wing man, was sentenced to 40 years in prison for the brutal murder of his 2-month-old son. The courtroom on Friday, September 6, was filled with grief as family members, investigators, and professionals who worked on the case delivered powerful victim-impact… Continue reading Hunter McCutchen Sentenced to 40 Years for Infant Son’s Murder: Family Shares Heartbreaking Impact
Devils Lake Woman Involved in High-Speed Chase Faces Multiple Charges; Bail Set at $200
BROCKET, N.D. — A 21-year-old woman from Devils Lake, Florence Whitetail, is facing several serious charges following a high-speed chase on Thursday, September 12, that spanned two counties and ended with a sheriff firing his weapon. Whitetail is charged with reckless endangerment, fleeing police, and possession of a stolen vehicle after she allegedly led law… Continue reading Devils Lake Woman Involved in High-Speed Chase Faces Multiple Charges; Bail Set at $200
Hunter Biden Pleads Guilty to Federal Tax Charges, Faces Up to 17 Years in Prison
LOS ANGELES (trfnews.i234.me) – Hunter Biden, son of U.S. President Joe Biden, made a surprise guilty plea in federal court on Thursday, admitting to charges related to failing to pay $1.4 million in taxes. The plea came just weeks before the U.S. presidential election, avoiding a potentially damaging trial that could have aired personal details… Continue reading Hunter Biden Pleads Guilty to Federal Tax Charges, Faces Up to 17 Years in Prison
Family Demands Justice for William ‘Billy’ Foote After Fatal Hit-and-Run on Spirit Lake Reservation
ST. MICHAEL, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – The family of 46-year-old William “Billy” Foote is making an emotional appeal for justice following his tragic death. Foote’s body was discovered on May 29, concealed in brush near the Spirit Lake Reservation, an apparent victim of a hit-and-run crash. His last known location was St. Michael Catholic Church, where… Continue reading Family Demands Justice for William ‘Billy’ Foote After Fatal Hit-and-Run on Spirit Lake Reservation
Former Mayo Clinic Doctor Faces Murder Trial for Allegedly Poisoning Wife: Defense Suggests Suicide or Alternate Perpetrator
ROCHESTER — Connor Bowman, a former Mayo Clinic doctor, is facing charges of first-degree premeditated murder and second-degree murder without intent for allegedly poisoning his wife, Betty Bowman, in 2023. Bowman’s defense team, led by attorney Michael Schatz, has filed a notice indicating they will argue that Bowman is not guilty and may present alternate… Continue reading Former Mayo Clinic Doctor Faces Murder Trial for Allegedly Poisoning Wife: Defense Suggests Suicide or Alternate Perpetrator
Former Minneapolis Coach Indicted on 12 Counts of Child Sexual Assault Faces Life in Prison
A grand jury in Hennepin County has handed down a chilling indictment against Aaron Hjermstad, a former teacher and coach already serving time for previous offenses. The 45-year-old faces 12 counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct, accused of assaulting victims all under the age of 13 between 2013 and 2021. Hjermstad, who worked at two… Continue reading Former Minneapolis Coach Indicted on 12 Counts of Child Sexual Assault Faces Life in Prison
Devils Lake Woman Arrested After High-Speed Chase Ends in Crash: Multiple Charges Filed
BROCKET, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Florence Whitetail, a 21-year-old from Devils Lake, is facing serious charges after a dramatic car chase in a stolen SUV on Thursday, September 12. Whitetail has been charged with reckless endangerment, fleeing police, and theft and possession of a stolen vehicle. The pursuit, which spanned two counties, ended when Whitetail crashed… Continue reading Devils Lake Woman Arrested After High-Speed Chase Ends in Crash: Multiple Charges Filed
North Dakota BCI Investigates Shooting During High-Speed Pursuit in Nelson County
BROCKET, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – The North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) is examining a shooting incident that occurred during a high-speed chase in Nelson County on Thursday, September 12. The pursuit began in Lakota around 10:30 a.m. when Sheriff Kurt Schwind spotted a vehicle reported stolen from Grand Forks. As the chase unfolded, it… Continue reading North Dakota BCI Investigates Shooting During High-Speed Pursuit in Nelson County
Rochester Man Sentenced to 30 Years for Execution-Style Murder Over Car Dispute
MOORHEAD — Idris Abdullahi Haji-Mohamed, 29, from Rochester, Minnesota, has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for an execution-style murder that took place in Moorhead. Clay County District Judge Jade Rosenfeldt delivered the sentence on Friday, September 13, following a plea deal recommended by both prosecutors and Haji-Mohamed’s defense attorneys. Haji-Mohamed had pleaded guilty… Continue reading Rochester Man Sentenced to 30 Years for Execution-Style Murder Over Car Dispute
Prominent Lawyer Avoids Jail Time After Drunkenly Hitting Construction Worker, Sentenced to Probation
PINE CITY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A high-profile Minnesota attorney, James Patrick Carey, head of one of the state’s largest personal injury firms, avoided further jail time after being sentenced to four years of supervised probation for criminal vehicular operation. The 64-year-old lawyer admitted to striking a highway construction worker while driving under the influence last… Continue reading Prominent Lawyer Avoids Jail Time After Drunkenly Hitting Construction Worker, Sentenced to Probation
Son of U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer Faces Trial for High-Speed Pursuit that Killed North Dakota Deputy—Plea Deal on the Horizon?
STANTON, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Ian Matthew Cramer, the 43-year-old son of U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer, is set to stand trial later this month in connection to a fatal high-speed chase that resulted in the death of Mercer County Deputy Paul Martin. Cramer, who faces a slew of felony charges, may be negotiating a plea deal, according… Continue reading Son of U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer Faces Trial for High-Speed Pursuit that Killed North Dakota Deputy—Plea Deal on the Horizon?
Wahpeton Woman Arrested After 90-Minute Standoff: Shelter-in-Place Order Issued
WAHPETON, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – On the evening of September 5, a 90-minute standoff in Wahpeton led to the arrest of 41-year-old Michelle Elizabeth Luna. Officers were dispatched to her residence at approximately 6:40 p.m. in response to reports of a protection order violation and vandalism. Upon arrival, police found Luna inside a vehicle parked outside… Continue reading Wahpeton Woman Arrested After 90-Minute Standoff: Shelter-in-Place Order Issued
NDSU Football Player Arrested After Firing Gun Into House Following Teammate Altercation
FARGO — A heated altercation between two North Dakota State University (NDSU) football players turned dangerous when Jaiden Traydeon Pickett, 19, allegedly fired a gun into a Fargo house, nearly striking a resident inside, court documents reveal. Pickett, a redshirt freshman who played his first game for the Bison just hours earlier, now faces felony… Continue reading NDSU Football Player Arrested After Firing Gun Into House Following Teammate Altercation
14-Year-Old Opens Fire at Georgia High School, Killing 4 and Injuring 9 in Tragic Mass Shooting
ATLANTA – Tragedy struck Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, on Wednesday when 14-year-old Colt Gray opened fire, killing two students and two teachers while injuring nine others. The suspect, who had been previously interviewed by law enforcement over online threats, was quickly apprehended by deputies after the attack. Gray will be tried as an… Continue reading 14-Year-Old Opens Fire at Georgia High School, Killing 4 and Injuring 9 in Tragic Mass Shooting
High-Speed Chase Ends in Fatal Shootout on I-94 Near New Salem
NEW SALEM, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A high-speed pursuit that began in Bismarck ended in tragedy early Tuesday, September 3, when a Dickinson man was fatally shot after exchanging gunfire with law enforcement officers on Interstate 94 near New Salem. The incident started around 12:45 a.m. when a North Dakota Highway Patrol trooper attempted to pull… Continue reading High-Speed Chase Ends in Fatal Shootout on I-94 Near New Salem
Bismarck Man Arrested for Allegedly Assaulting 10-Year-Old Girl at State Capitol Grounds
BISMARCK, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A 24-year-old Bismarck man, Isiah Simms, has been arrested on allegations of sexually assaulting a 10-year-old girl on the grounds of the North Dakota State Capitol. According to a police release issued on Friday, August 23, Simms is currently held at the Burleigh Morton Detention Center, facing three counts of gross… Continue reading Bismarck Man Arrested for Allegedly Assaulting 10-Year-Old Girl at State Capitol Grounds
🚨 Virginia, MN Man Charged After Knife Attack and Puppy Abduction 🚨
VIRGINIA, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jordan Lee Raati, 32, of Virginia, Minnesota, is facing serious charges after allegedly attacking two people with a knife and abducting a puppy from a residence last week. The incident occurred around 1:15 a.m. on Wednesday near Third Street South in Virginia. A 51-year-old man sustained stab wounds to his chest… Continue reading 🚨 Virginia, MN Man Charged After Knife Attack and Puppy Abduction 🚨
Shocking Shooting: Four Minneapolis Kids, Ages 11-14, Injured in Stolen Kia
MINNEAPOLIS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a disturbing incident early Sunday, August 18, four minors, aged 11 to 14, were shot while inside a stolen Kia in Minneapolis. The shooting occurred around 1 a.m. on Plymouth Avenue North when a dark-colored sedan pulled up behind the Kia and opened fire before fleeing the scene. Minneapolis Police… Continue reading Shocking Shooting: Four Minneapolis Kids, Ages 11-14, Injured in Stolen Kia
Justified Force: Officers Cleared in Woodbury Target Shooting Involving Pellet Gun
The Washington County Attorney announced on Thursday, August 15, that the use of force by a sheriff’s deputy and a police officer was justified in an April shooting outside a Target store in Woodbury. The incident involved 61-year-old Donald Eugene Roche of Rockford, Minnesota, who was shot and wounded after he pointed a pellet gun,… Continue reading Justified Force: Officers Cleared in Woodbury Target Shooting Involving Pellet Gun
St. Cloud Man Sentenced to 74 Years for Deadly 2022 Quadruple Shooting
ST. CLOUD, Mn (trfnews.i234.me) – Bryant Garth II, a 28-year-old man from St. Cloud, has been sentenced to 74 years in prison for his involvement in a brutal quadruple shooting in 2022. The sentencing took place on Thursday, August 15, in Stearns County District Court, presided over by Judge William J. Cashman. Garth was convicted… Continue reading St. Cloud Man Sentenced to 74 Years for Deadly 2022 Quadruple Shooting
Bismarck Man Released on Bond Launches Brutal Attack, Faces Attempted Murder Charges
BISMARCK, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Just four hours after being released on a domestic assault charge, Jeremy Krueger-Grinnell, 33, was arrested again, this time for a brutal assault that nearly turned deadly. On Thursday night, August 16, in Bismarck, Krueger-Grinnell allegedly strangled his girlfriend until she lost consciousness. When a 43-year-old neighbor intervened, Krueger-Grinnell responded with… Continue reading Bismarck Man Released on Bond Launches Brutal Attack, Faces Attempted Murder Charges
Federal Court Revives Women’s Hockey Lawsuit Against UND
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A lawsuit claiming the University of North Dakota (UND) violated federal law by cutting its women’s ice hockey program can proceed after the U.S. Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals overturned a lower court’s dismissal. The lawsuit, filed under Title IX, seeks to reinstate the program that was cut in 2017 due… Continue reading Federal Court Revives Women’s Hockey Lawsuit Against UND
West Fargo Church Mourns Loss of Young Man Killed in Saturday Morning Shooting
WEST FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – The tragic death of 25-year-old Austin Strom, who was shot outside Prairie Heights Community Church on Saturday morning, was confirmed during Sunday services at the church. The shooting occurred at 7:48 a.m. in the church parking lot at 319 32nd Ave. E. in West Fargo, following an altercation involving three… Continue reading West Fargo Church Mourns Loss of Young Man Killed in Saturday Morning Shooting
La Crescent Man Sentenced for Repeated Sexual Assault of Mentally Impaired Teen
CALEDONIA, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – David Laverne Twite, a 66-year-old man from La Crescent, has been sentenced in Houston County District Court after being accused of repeatedly sexually assaulting a mentally impaired woman over the course of five years, starting when she was just 13. Twite was charged with multiple felonies, including two counts of criminal… Continue reading La Crescent Man Sentenced for Repeated Sexual Assault of Mentally Impaired Teen
Minnesota Candidate and Wife Caught in Sign Scandal: Over 240 Stolen Signs Found Painted with Campaign Slogans
ALEXANDRIA, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a shocking turn of events, Minnesota legislative candidate Judd Hoff and his wife, Wendy Hoff, are facing serious criminal charges after being linked to the theft of more than 240 signs in the Alexandria area. The stolen signs included political campaign signs, real estate signs, and advertisements for special events. Wendy… Continue reading Minnesota Candidate and Wife Caught in Sign Scandal: Over 240 Stolen Signs Found Painted with Campaign Slogans
Deputy Charged with DWI After Squad Car Crash; Also Faces Discrimination Lawsuit
WILLMAR, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Christopher Todd Flatten, a 39-year-old Kandiyohi County sheriff’s deputy from Atwater, is facing multiple charges following a squad vehicle crash on July 18. Flatten, who was on duty at the time, has been summoned to appear in Kandiyohi County District Court on September 4 for a gross misdemeanor charge of third-degree driving… Continue reading Deputy Charged with DWI After Squad Car Crash; Also Faces Discrimination Lawsuit
Former ND Senator Repeatedly Violates Release Conditions Ahead of Child Abuse Plea
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A former North Dakota senator, set to admit to traveling abroad to sexually abuse a child, has repeatedly violated his release conditions, a federal report reveals. Ray Holmberg, R-Grand Forks, has accessed the internet multiple times without approval since his federal indictment in October, according to a U.S. Pretrial Services report… Continue reading Former ND Senator Repeatedly Violates Release Conditions Ahead of Child Abuse Plea
“Voices Told Me to Kill Him”: St. Paul Man Charged with Murdering Priest
ST. PAUL, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A St. Paul man, Nathan Wondra, 32, has been charged with second-degree murder after reportedly strangling a 76-year-old priest, Lawrence Johnson, along Interstate 94. Wondra called 911 around 12:40 p.m. Thursday, claiming he was having a psychotic break and had “choked out” Johnson, who was taking him to Regions Hospital… Continue reading “Voices Told Me to Kill Him”: St. Paul Man Charged with Murdering Priest
Moorhead Police Investigate Fatal Stabbing in Early Morning Incident
MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Moorhead police are investigating an early morning homicide that occurred on Sunday, Aug. 4. Just after midnight, officers responded to a call in the 1000 block of Third Avenue North, where they found a man who had been stabbed in the chest. The victim was pronounced dead at the hospital. A… Continue reading Moorhead Police Investigate Fatal Stabbing in Early Morning Incident
Fargo Man with Long History of Domestic Violence Arrested After Standoff
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Christopher Plenty Chief, 38, was arrested late Sunday, July 28, after a standoff with Fargo police. Charged with multiple felonies, including terrorizing with a dangerous weapon, arson, and domestic violence, Plenty Chief’s arrest follows a dramatic incident at 901 42nd St. S. The police were called to a domestic dispute where… Continue reading Fargo Man with Long History of Domestic Violence Arrested After Standoff
Predator Behind a Screen: Grand Forks Man Accused of Threatening 17-Year-Old with Sexually Explicit Messages and a Gun
HILLSBORO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Jay Dee Weigand, a 46-year-old man from Grand Forks, has been accused of sending sexually explicit messages to a 17-year-old girl on Facebook. The Traill County Sheriff’s Department launched an investigation in January after the girl’s mother reported the disturbing exchanges. According to court documents, Weigand asked the teenager to send… Continue reading Predator Behind a Screen: Grand Forks Man Accused of Threatening 17-Year-Old with Sexually Explicit Messages and a Gun
Former Deputy Escapes Further Jail Time in Domestic Violence Case
BISMARCK, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A federal judge sentenced former McLean County sheriff’s deputy Roman Sobottke to “time served” on Wednesday, July 24, in connection with a domestic violence case on the Fort Berthold Reservation. Sobottke pleaded guilty to assaulting his wife by strangulation on December 25, 2018. The case, delayed for years due to Sobottke’s… Continue reading Former Deputy Escapes Further Jail Time in Domestic Violence Case
Online Predator’s Cold Feet Can’t Escape Justice
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In Fargo, North Dakota, Aaron Doss, 27, faced the consequences of his actions after participating in a plot to coerce and entice a minor into committing an illegal sex act. Despite having cold feet at the last minute, Doss was indicted alongside former school superintendent Ryan Baron for using the internet… Continue reading Online Predator’s Cold Feet Can’t Escape Justice
Appeals Court Overturns Major Conviction in High-Profile Drug Ring Case
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A federal appeals court has determined that Darius Sledge, one of the men sentenced to 30 years for operating a drug ring across three Native American reservations in North Dakota, was wrongfully convicted on the most serious charge against him. Last summer, a jury found Darius Sledge, 32, guilty of four… Continue reading Appeals Court Overturns Major Conviction in High-Profile Drug Ring Case
Judge Dismisses Trump Classified Documents Case, Citing Unlawful Appointment of Special Counsel
Florida (trfnews.i234.me) – A U.S. judge in Florida on Monday dismissed the criminal case accusing Donald Trump of illegally keeping classified documents after leaving office, handing the Republican former president another major legal victory as he seeks a return to the White House. U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon, who was appointed to the bench by… Continue reading Judge Dismisses Trump Classified Documents Case, Citing Unlawful Appointment of Special Counsel
Former North Dakota Sen. Ray Holmberg Set for August Plea Hearing in Child Sex Tourism Case
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A plea hearing for former North Dakota Senator Ray Holmberg has been scheduled for early August. The hearing will take place at 10:30 a.m. on August 8 at the Quentin N. Burdick Federal Courthouse in Fargo. Holmberg, a Republican, is expected to admit to traveling to Prague multiple times with the… Continue reading Former North Dakota Sen. Ray Holmberg Set for August Plea Hearing in Child Sex Tourism Case
High-Profile North Dakota Murder Case Moved to Grand Forks
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a significant development, the most high-profile murder case in North Dakota has been moved to Grand Forks County. The case involves the 2007 murder of 18-year-old Anita Knutson, who was found stabbed to death in her apartment near Minot State University. Fifteen years later, her roommate, Nichole Rice, was… Continue reading High-Profile North Dakota Murder Case Moved to Grand Forks
Williston Man Sentenced to 50 Years for Child Exploitation: Shocking Details Emerge
BISMARCK, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Williston man, Nicholas Nesdahl, 29, has been sentenced to 50 years in federal prison on nine counts of producing or attempting to produce images and videos of child sexual exploitation. The charges, stemming from incidents in North Dakota and Pennsylvania, resulted in 30 years for North Dakota offenses and 20… Continue reading Williston Man Sentenced to 50 Years for Child Exploitation: Shocking Details Emerge
ACLU Sues Willmar Police for Racial Profiling: “Walking While Black” Incident Sparks Legal Battle
WILLMAR, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – The American Civil Liberties Union of Minnesota has filed a lawsuit against a Willmar police officer and the city on behalf of Derrick Gilbert, a Black man who alleges he was unlawfully arrested for “walking while Black.” The suit, filed on June 21, claims that Gilbert, 39, was misidentified as another Black… Continue reading ACLU Sues Willmar Police for Racial Profiling: “Walking While Black” Incident Sparks Legal Battle
Brooklyn Park Police Officer Shoots Armed Man Amid Baby Death Investigation
BROOKLYN PARK, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Brooklyn Park Police officer shot a man on the 8700 block of Queens Garden North early Sunday morning, June 23. The shooting occurred at approximately 4:40 a.m. The armed man was injured and taken to the hospital, where he is expected to survive. Officers had arrived at the scene… Continue reading Brooklyn Park Police Officer Shoots Armed Man Amid Baby Death Investigation
Early Morning Shootout in Southeast Minot Leaves Three Injured, Including Shooter
MINOT, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Three people were injured in a shooting during a fight in southeast Minot, including the alleged shooter. Minot Police received calls about multiple people fighting and possible gunshots in the 10 block of First Avenue Southeast on Sunday, June 23, at approximately 3:10 a.m., the department said in a news release.… Continue reading Early Morning Shootout in Southeast Minot Leaves Three Injured, Including Shooter
High-Risk Sex Offender on the Loose: Authorities Seek Public’s Help
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – The Fargo Parole, Probation, and Pretrial Services Office is urgently seeking a high-risk sex offender whose GPS bracelet has stopped transmitting. Ronald Scott Thompson, 61, was last known to be in Grand Forks, as reported by the North Dakota Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. Thompson is currently under supervision for his… Continue reading High-Risk Sex Offender on the Loose: Authorities Seek Public’s Help
Decades-Old Roommate Murder Case Moved: New Venue Ordered for Nichole Rice Trial
MINOT, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – The trial of Nichole Erin Rice, accused of killing her roommate nearly 20 years ago in Minot, will be relocated to another county. On Friday, June 7, Ward County Judge Richard Hagar granted the change of venue for the trial of 36-year-old Rice, meaning the proceedings will no longer be held… Continue reading Decades-Old Roommate Murder Case Moved: New Venue Ordered for Nichole Rice Trial
Fargo Woman Killed in Domestic Dispute Had Prior Violent Incidents with Accused Killer
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Jody Campbell, 59, tragically lost her life on Saturday, June 8, during a domestic dispute with 61-year-old Randall Dale Duffy at an apartment in the 3100 block of 33rd Street South, Fargo. On Monday, Duffy was charged with murder, a Class AA felony, and felony domestic violence, a Class C felony,… Continue reading Fargo Woman Killed in Domestic Dispute Had Prior Violent Incidents with Accused Killer
Minneapolis shooting that killed police officer claims fourth victim
MINNEAPOLIS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Officials say a man who suffered multiple gunshot wounds on May 30 in Minneapolis has died. The Hennepin County Medical Examiner’s Office says Mohamed Bashir Aden died Friday morning at Hennepin County Medical Center after being shot inside an apartment building at 2221 Blaisdell Ave. on the city’s south side. That’s… Continue reading Minneapolis shooting that killed police officer claims fourth victim
Grand Forks Man Claims Self-Defense in Basketball Court Shooting
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man accused of shooting another man on a basketball court is speaking out, claiming he was defending his family. The incident occurred around 8 p.m. on Saturday, May 25, at the Abbott Sports Complex across from Purper Arena. “I got my family beside me,” said 24-year-old Allen… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Claims Self-Defense in Basketball Court Shooting
Gunfire Erupts at North St. Paul Graduation Party, Injuring Four
NORTH ST. PAUL, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Late Saturday night, a graduation party at Casey Lake Park in North St. Paul turned violent as gunfire erupted, leaving four people injured. Police received reports of an assault involving gunfire at approximately 10:44 p.m. on May 25. Officers responding to the park, located in the 2100 block of… Continue reading Gunfire Erupts at North St. Paul Graduation Party, Injuring Four
Video of High-Speed Chase and Arrest on White Earth Reservation Sparks Controversy
MAHNOMEN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A criminal complaint provides a clearer picture of a dramatic arrest on the White Earth Reservation, with video footage circulating on social media. On Tuesday, May 21, witnesses called police after seeing a woman injured with blood on her face. According to court documents, Aaron Goodwin was attempting to steal her… Continue reading Video of High-Speed Chase and Arrest on White Earth Reservation Sparks Controversy
Sister Confirms Missing Williston Woman Found Dead on Mother’s Day
WILLISTON, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Despite her struggles, Breeanna Ward always kept her heart open to helping friends, family, and her cats. She cared for her three cats and regularly left food outside for neighborhood strays. “She loved nature and all animals, especially cats,” said Chelsey Francis, Ward’s sister. “She had three or four cats, and… Continue reading Sister Confirms Missing Williston Woman Found Dead on Mother’s Day
Former Youth Pastor Seeks Dismissal of Majority of Sexual Assault Charges
DULUTH, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jackson Michael Gatlin, 35, a former assistant pastor at Duluth’s Vineyard Church, is pursuing the dismissal of multiple charges related to alleged sexual assaults against five girls. Gatlin, who rejected a plea offer from the prosecution, is opting for pretrial litigation. Gatlin faces 10 felony charges across five cases, primarily involving… Continue reading Former Youth Pastor Seeks Dismissal of Majority of Sexual Assault Charges
Minnesota Woman Accused of Child Torture Seeks Extension as Attorney General Takes Over Prosecution
BRAINERD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jorden Nicole Borders, accused of torturing her three children, appeared via Zoom with her public defender, Mark Hansen, on Tuesday, April 23. They requested more time as the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office assumed prosecution. Assistant Attorneys General Mary Russell and Dominika Kins were consulted, with the state supporting the request. Borders… Continue reading Minnesota Woman Accused of Child Torture Seeks Extension as Attorney General Takes Over Prosecution
Former Olmsted County Deputy Faces Federal Charges for Child Sexual Abuse Offenses
ROCHESTER, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Matthew Richard Adamson, a 45-year-old former deputy from Olmsted County, Rochester, is indicted on multiple federal charges related to child sexual abuse. Indicted on April 11 in the U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota, Adamson faces charges including production and attempted production of child sexual abuse materials, coercion, and… Continue reading Former Olmsted County Deputy Faces Federal Charges for Child Sexual Abuse Offenses
Mandan Man Found Guilty of Murder in Bismarck Shooting
BISMARCK, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a decisive verdict, jurors convicted Benjamin Williams, 29, of Mandan, for the murder of Christopher Sebastian, 39, in a 2022 shooting incident in Bismarck. The jury’s decision, reached after less than two hours of deliberation on Monday, could result in Williams facing life imprisonment without parole. Sentencing awaits scheduling, with… Continue reading Mandan Man Found Guilty of Murder in Bismarck Shooting