Minnesota Man, Keith Allan Halland Arrested for DWI Involving Multiple Substances

Keith Allan Halland

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On December 26, 2024, law enforcement officials arrested 50-year-old Keith Allan Halland in Minnesota. The arrest was made under Minnesota Statute 169A.20.1(4), which prohibits operating a motor vehicle while impaired by a combination of alcohol and controlled substances. Revisor of Statutes According to the statute, it is illegal to drive, operate, or… Continue reading Minnesota Man, Keith Allan Halland Arrested for DWI Involving Multiple Substances

Charges Filed in Fatal Hit-and-Run Involving Infant: Latest Update

UPDATE: Charges Filed In Deadly, Baby Hit & Run WALKER, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Charges have now been filed against Anthony Goose of Walker, Minnesota in connection to a Sunday vehicle-pedestrian accident that took the life of a 1.5-year old girl.

Vehicle Collides with MnDOT Snowplow in Becker County, Injuring Two

On December 16, 2024, at approximately 6:58 a.m., a collision occurred on Highway 34 between mile markers 47 and 48 in Height of Land Township, Becker County. A 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier, operated by 23-year-old Austin Lee Engel of Detroit Lakes, collided with the rear of a Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) snowplow truck. DPS Minnesota… Continue reading Vehicle Collides with MnDOT Snowplow in Becker County, Injuring Two

Ryan Nebus Charged with Second-Degree Burglary Involving Controlled Substances

Ryan Nebus

Inmate Information: Name: Ryan Nebus Custody Status: Hold Physical Description: Height: 6 feet 1 inch Weight: 204 pounds Hair Color: Brown Eye Color: Hazel Bail/Fine Amount: $0.00 Custody Date: December 18, 2024 Facility: Pennington County Jail Legal Details: Court Branch: District Court Case Number: 24000349 Charge: Burglary in the Second Degree Statute: Minnesota Statute 609.582,… Continue reading Ryan Nebus Charged with Second-Degree Burglary Involving Controlled Substances

Grand Forks Resident Charged with Sexual Offenses Involving Two Teenage Girls

Grand Forks Man Facing Sex Charges Involving 2 Teenage Girls GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing criminal charges for alleged sex with 14 and 16-year old girls.

Update: Site of Vehicle Incident on Lake Bemidji Involving Two People Falling Through Ice

UPDATE: Location Where Vehicle With 2 People Fell Through Ice On Lake Bemidji BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have video of the location where 2 people fell through the ice on Lake Bemidji on Christmas Eve.

Alleged Incident Involving Pointing and Discharging Shotgun at Children in Church

UPDATE: Allegedly Pointed Shotgun At Church Kids & Pulled Trigger HOOPLE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding a Hoople, North Dakota man, who allegedly pointed a shotgun at kids and pulled the trigger.

Arrest Made in Domestic Assault Case Involving Two Felony Counts

Brian Lee Rogers

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Brian Lee Rogers, aged 52, was arrested on November 24, 2024, on charges of domestic assault. The offense is classified under Minnesota Statute 609.2242.4, with Rogers facing two felony counts. Details regarding his estimated release date are not available at this time. I’m Chris Harper reporting for trfnews.i234.me

Probation Violation Case Involving Christopher John Moran on December 6, 2024

Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Christopher John Moran, born February 28, 1990, has been reported for a probation violation on December 6, 2024. The violation occurred during the probationary period following a previous sentence. Further details about the circumstances of the violation have not been disclosed, but the case continues to be followed as it progresses through the… Continue reading Probation Violation Case Involving Christopher John Moran on December 6, 2024

🚨 Man Charged with 2nd Degree Drug Sale Involving Methamphetamine

Stephen Todd Pederson

Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Stephen Todd Pederson, born on September 16, 1965, has been charged with second-degree drug sales. The allegations include the sale of three or more grams of cocaine, heroin, or methamphetamine within a 90-day period. The charges are classified under statute {152.022.1(1)} and were formally recorded on June 6, 2024. Further details… Continue reading 🚨 Man Charged with 2nd Degree Drug Sale Involving Methamphetamine

Anthony Harrison Engebretson Charged with Second-Degree Assault Involving Dangerous Weapon

Anthony Harrison Engebretson

Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Anthony Harrison Engebretson, born May 18, 1982, has been charged with second-degree assault involving a dangerous weapon. The charge, classified under Minnesota statute 609.222.1, was formally filed on October 24, 2024. I’m Chris Harper reporting for trfnews.i234.me

Cass County Sheriff’s Office Addresses Criminal Charges Against Deputies

Cass County Sheriff’s Office Addresses Criminal Charges Against Deputies

CASS COUNTY, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – The Cass County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that former Deputy Carson Quam has been charged with possession of child pornography. Quam’s employment ended in September 2024. Sheriff Jesse Jahner also reported that current Deputy Philip Larson faces charges in Clay County District Court for furnishing alcohol to a person under… Continue reading Cass County Sheriff’s Office Addresses Criminal Charges Against Deputies

Hillsboro Man Pleads Not Guilty to Multiple Felony Charges Involving Online Contact with Minors

CAVALIER COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — Matthew Alyn McCarty, 34, was arraigned on Thursday, Nov. 1, and pleaded not guilty to five felony charges related to online sexual contact with minors in Cavalier County. McCarty faces three separate criminal cases. In the first case, filed on Sept. 19, McCarty is charged with Class B felony luring… Continue reading Hillsboro Man Pleads Not Guilty to Multiple Felony Charges Involving Online Contact with Minors

UPDATE: Harvey, ND Man Faces Additional Sex Charges Involving Juvenile Girls

HARVEY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) As TRF News told you back in September, Carl Snedaker of Harvey, North Dakota was facing sex charges involving juvenile girls. Now, he’s facing more of the same type of charges.

Urgent Update: Chase Involving Stolen Vehicle in Pennington County, MN

BREAKING NEWS: Pursuit Of Stolen Vehicle In Pennington County, MN THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We’ve had a pursuit of a stolen vehicle in Pennington County, Minnesota on this Wednesday morning.

Crash on Highway 59 Involving Jeep and Tractor Under Investigation

RED LAKE COUNTY, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – The Minnesota State Patrol responded to a collision at the intersection of Highway 59 and Red Lake County Road 7 around 9:15 a.m. on November 20. According to authorities, a Jeep traveling north on Highway 59 collided with a Caterpillar tractor heading west on County Road 7. The Jeep’s airbags… Continue reading Crash on Highway 59 Involving Jeep and Tractor Under Investigation

Urgent Update: Injury Accident Involving Two Vehicles in Polk County

BREAKING NEWS: 2-Vehicle Injury Crash In Polk County CLIMAX, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Emergency responders were headed to a 2-vehicle injury crash near Climax, Minnesota Monday morning.

Thief River Falls Couple Accused of Meth-Related Crimes Involving Children

Thief River Falls Pair Charged With Meth Crimes Involving Children THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A pair from Thief River Falls, Minnesota are facing felony charges, including Meth Crimes Involving Children.

Urgent Update: Fargo Police on Scene of “Critical” Situation Involving Potentially Armed and Suicidal Individual

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Police are on the scene of what they described as a critical incident in South Fargo.

UPDATE: Strange Incidents Involving Vehicle Reported in Grand Forks

UPDATE: Vehicle Involved In Bizarre Incidents Spotted In Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A vehicle involved in a couple of strange incidents in Jamestown last weekend was spotted in Grand Forks Monday night by an TRF News viewer.

Fatal Crash Involving Semi Near Sanborn, North Dakota: Authorities Release Details

BARNES COUNTY, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A fatal crash occurred near Sanborn, North Dakota on Monday morning involving a vehicle and a semi-truck hauling soybeans. The incident resulted in the death of one passenger. According to authorities, the accident happened at approximately 8:00 am when a vehicle driven by a 15-year-old girl from Valley City collided… Continue reading Fatal Crash Involving Semi Near Sanborn, North Dakota: Authorities Release Details

Child Abuse Allegations: HOPEful Beginnings Employee Charged in Incident Involving Young Child

Jarae Arlouine Grad

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — Jarae Arlouine Grad, a 22-year-old employee at HOPEful Beginnings Child Care Facility in Grand Forks, has been charged with Class B felony child abuse of a person under six years old. According to an affidavit filed in the case, Grad allegedly used excessive force on a young girl who was… Continue reading Child Abuse Allegations: HOPEful Beginnings Employee Charged in Incident Involving Young Child

Watch the Full News Conference: Fargo Incident Involving Crash and Officer-Involved Shooting

WATCH FULL NEWS CONFERENCE: Crash, Followed By Officer Involved Shooting In Fargo FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Watch the full news conference regarding a serious injury crash, followed by an officer involved shooting in Fargo late Tuesday afternoon.

White Earth Tribal Leaders Respond to Tragic Murder-Suicide Involving Mother and Her Two Children

White Earth Tribal Officials Address Murder-Suicide Of Mom & 2 Children WHITE EARTH, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Officials of the White Earth Nation addressed the murder-suicide of a mother and her 2 children via their facebook page.

Man Charged with Meth-Related Offenses Involving Minors in Thief River Falls

Man Charged With Meth Crimes Involving Children In Thief River Falls THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A man is facing a Meth Crimes Involving Children charge in Thief River Falls.

Arrest Made in Arson Case Involving Bridge Fire Near Dent, MN

Arrest In Arson Bridge Fire Near Dent, MN DENT, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Department says they’ve arrested a suspect in a Sunday morning bridge fire on Star Lake near Dent, Minnesota.

BREAKING NEWS: Grand Forks Deputies Address Situation Involving Person in Crisis

BREAKING NEWS: Grand Forks Deputies Responding To Report Of Suicidal Man EMERADO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Grand Forks Deputies were called to a report of a suicidal man Sunday afternoon near Emerado, North Dakota.

UPDATE: Charges Filed in Bismarck Case Involving Wild Pursuit and Gunfire

UPDATE: Charges Filed In Wild Pursuit & Shots Fired In Bismarck Case BISMARCK, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A long string of charges have now been filed against a Jamestown, North Dakota man, following a wild pursuit and shots fired in Bismarck on Saturday.

EXCLUSIVE VIDEO UPDATE: Saturday Blaze at Simplot Involving 1,000-Gallon Propane Tank in GF

EXCLUSIVE VIDEO UPDATE: Saturday Fire At Simplot, 1,000 Gallon Propane Tank On Fire In GF GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update now from the fire department regarding a large propane tank that was on fire Saturday morning at Siimplot in Grand Forks.

Names Released in Fatal Grand Forks Shooting Involving Officer and Civilian

Names Released In Deadly Grand Forks Shooting That Killed An Officer & Civilian GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Officials have released the names of all 4 Wednesday shooting victims in Grand Forks. A Grand Forks Police Officer was killed, a deputy wound, a civilian killed and the suspect in the case was wounded.

BREAKING NEWS: Two Injured in Rollover Accident Involving Pickup, Camper, and Boat

BREAKING NEWS UPDATE: 2 Injured When Pickup Pulling Camper & Boat Rolls MCINTOSH, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have more details from the Minnesota State Patrol regarding a Thursday afternoon crash on Highway 2 near McIntosh, Minnesota.

Update: Progress Made in Bemidji Sexual Assault Case Involving One Suspect

UPDATE: Bemidji Sexual Assault Case Moves Forward With 1 Suspect BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Texas man, charged in connection to the alleged rape of a young girl in Bemidji, Minnesota last September is scheduled to appear in court today. The case is moving forward with 1 suspect, after a dozen illegal immigrant were detained at… Continue reading Update: Progress Made in Bemidji Sexual Assault Case Involving One Suspect

Minnesota National Guard Recruiter Charged with Sexual Offenses Involving High School Student

Minnesota National Guard Recruiter Facing Sex Charges Involving High School Student ROSEAU, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Bemidji man is facing sex charges while he worked as a recruiter for the Minnesota National Guard at the Roseau High School.

BREAKING NEWS: Incident Involving Pedestrian Hit By Vehicle in Drayton

BREAKING NEWS: Report Of Person Struck By Vehicle In Drayton DRAYTON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Emergency crews were responding to a report of a person struck by a vehicle in Drayton, North Dakota early Wednesday morning. * Check back later today for more details on this developing story.

Devils Lake Couple Charged with Drug Trafficking Involving Infant

Devils Lake Pair Facing Drug Trafficking Charge Involving Baby DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A man and woman from Devils Lake are facing a drug trafficking charge involving a baby.

Urgent Update: Train Collision Involving Pedestrian in Downtown Crookston

BREAKING NEWS: Pedestrian Struck By Train In Downtown Crookston CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have a report of a pedestrian struck by a train in downtown Crookston, Minnesota Thursday afternoon.

Sentencing Outcome: 20 Years in Prison and 10 Years Probation for Sex Offenses Involving Female Children

PLEA DEAL SENTENCING: 20 Years Prison & 10 Years Probation, Sex Charges Involving Female Children DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Devils Lake, North Dakota man is facing sex charges involving female children. Under a plea deal, Howard Studhorse has now been sentenced to 20 years in prison and 10 years probation.

URGENT UPDATE: Incident Involving Armed Man Reported in Grand Forks

BREAKING NEWS: Report Of Man Pointing Gun At People In Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Reporting of a man with a gun, pointing it at people in Grand Forks Tuesday afternoon.

Urgent Update: Deadly Hit-and-Run Involving Pedestrian Near Devils Lake, ND

BREAKING NEWS: Fatal Vehicle-Pedestrian Hit & Run Near Devils Lake, ND DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have a report of a fatal vehicle-pedstrian hit and run near Devils Lake, North Dakota Friday morning. The driver has now apparently been arrested.

Urgent Update: Head-On Collision in Mahnomen County, Minnesota Involving 9 Individuals

BREAKING NEWS: 9 People In Head-On Crash In Mahnomen County, Minnesota WAUBUN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Nine people were involved in a 2-vehicle, head-on crash on Highway 59, south of Waubun, Minnesota Friday night. At this time, the Minnesota State Patrol is calling it an injury crash, involving 5 adults and 4 children. *Check back at 8:45… Continue reading Urgent Update: Head-On Collision in Mahnomen County, Minnesota Involving 9 Individuals

UPDATE: Polk County Crash Results in Injuries Involving 2 Vehicles Sunday Morning

CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding 2-vehicle injury crash east of Crookston, Minnesota this Sunday morning.

UPDATE: Incident in Bemidji Involving Subject Jumping from Overpass Confirmed

UPDATE: It Appears Incident In Bemidji Was Subject Jumping From Overpass BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) It appears an incident in Bemidji, Minnesota on Friday afternoon was a subject jumping from on overpass onto Highway 2. * Check back later for more details.

Grand Forks Woman Faces Charges for Violating Protection Order Involving Male Victim

Grand Forks Woman Charged With Violating Protection Order Against Male Victim GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks woman has been charged with violating a protection order against a male victim.

Fatal Crash Involving Multiple Vehicles Occurs on Highway 2 near Airport in Grand Forks, Claiming One Life

One Person Killed In Major, Multi-Vehicle Crash On Highway 2 By Airport In Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A North Dakota Highway Patrolman tells TRF News that 1 person was killed in a major, multi-vehicle crash on Highway 2 by the Airport on this Friday morning. Authorities are asking you to stay away from… Continue reading Fatal Crash Involving Multiple Vehicles Occurs on Highway 2 near Airport in Grand Forks, Claiming One Life

UPDATE: Two Additional Men Charged in Bemidji Area Case Involving 15-Year-Old Girl

UPDATE: 2 More Men Charged In Sex With 15-Year Old Girl Case In Bemidji Area BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Two more men have now now been charged in connection to allegedly having sex with a 15-year old girl in the Bemidji area. Three men have now been charged in the case that could involve nearly a… Continue reading UPDATE: Two Additional Men Charged in Bemidji Area Case Involving 15-Year-Old Girl

UPDATE: New Information on Tragic Accident Involving Child Struck by Semi-Truck While Riding Bicycle

UPDATE: More Details In Tragic Accident, Child On Bicycle Hit By Semi CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The Minnesota State Patrol has released a few more details regarding a semi hitting a child on a bicycle ini downtown Crookston late Monday afternoon. The semi driver has been identified at 73- year old Duane Otto Schouveiller of Mahnomen.… Continue reading UPDATE: New Information on Tragic Accident Involving Child Struck by Semi-Truck While Riding Bicycle

Tragic Update: Fatal Crash Involving Sugar Beet Truck Near Reynolds

UPDATE: Sugar Beet Truck Crash Near Reynolds Was Fatal REYNOLDS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The Highway Patrol now says a sugar beet truck crash near Reynolds, North Dakota was fatal. The driver has not been identified. yet.

Suspected Meth-Driven Christmas Incident Involving Children at Home

Alleged Meth Fueled Christmas Season With Children In The Home BOTTINEAU, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Bottineau, North Dakota couple who was already on probation are facing a new felony charge of child neglect.

UPDATE: Family Provides Details on Tragic Dog Attack Involving Young Boy

UPDATE: Family Explains Fatal Dog Attack Of Boy FORT TOTTEN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding the fatal dog attack of a boy on the Spirit Lake Nation near Devils Lake, North Dakota on Sunday and identification of the victim.

Significant Drug Trafficking Operation Uncovered Involving Residents of Red Lake, Redby, and Bemidji

Major Drug Trafficking Bust Includes Residents Of Red Lake, Redby & Bemidji RED LAKE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco & Firearms has announced a major, Northern Minnesota drug trafficking bust.

Judge Rejects Plea Deal in Jamestown Fentanyl Overdose Case Involving 2-Year-Old

Christopher William Johnson

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

East Grand Forks Man Injured in Rural Polk County Collision Involving Semi Truck

On Friday afternoon, a collision in rural Polk County resulted in injuries for Chase Allen Winckler, 21, from East Grand Forks. The accident occurred at 2:39 p.m. when Winckler’s 2008 Ford F-150, traveling westbound on Polk County Road 19 in Euclid Township, collided with a northbound 2014 Kenworth semi-truck driven by 44-year-old Jeremy Scott Rodewald… Continue reading East Grand Forks Man Injured in Rural Polk County Collision Involving Semi Truck

Middle River Minnesota Man Charged with First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct Involving Minor

Middle River Minnesota Man Charged with First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct Involving Minor

A 38-year-old man from Middle River, Minnesota has been charged with first-degree criminal sexual conduct involving a victim under the age of 14. According to the criminal complaint filed in July, the alleged abuse began when the victim was just 11 years old and continued until she turned 13. The incidents involved inappropriate touching, leaving… Continue reading Middle River Minnesota Man Charged with First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct Involving Minor

Deadly Shootout Involving Officers Occurs in Western North Dakota

NEW SALEM, ND (trfnews.i234.me) One man is dead following a pursuit that started in Bismarck and ended with a shoot out on Interstate-94 by New Salem, North Dakota.

Emergency Response in Bemidji: BCA Investigates Disturbing Incident Involving Infant

Emergency Response in Bemidji: BCA Investigates Disturbing Incident Involving Infant

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Breaking news from Bemidji, Minnesota: A concerning medical emergency occurred Wednesday evening, involving a 3-month-old baby. Around 6:30 p.m., emergency services were called to the South T area of town after reports that the infant had been shaking and twitching for approximately 30 minutes. The situation prompted an immediate response from… Continue reading Emergency Response in Bemidji: BCA Investigates Disturbing Incident Involving Infant

Update: Golf Cart Crash Near Walhalla, ND Involving 2 Adults and 7 Children

Update: Golf Cart Crash Near Walhalla, ND Involving 2 Adults and 7 Children

WALHALLA, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – New details have emerged about a golf cart crash that occurred Sunday evening north of Walhalla. The incident, initially reported near the local golf course, actually took place about a mile north at the entrance to the Pembina Gorge. According to Cavalier County Chief Deputy, the crash involved two adults and… Continue reading Update: Golf Cart Crash Near Walhalla, ND Involving 2 Adults and 7 Children

UPDATED: Van Crash Near Walhalla, ND Involving 2 Adults and 7 Children

WALHALLA, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have a correction to our story regarding a crash north of Walhalla, North Dakota Sunday evening. The Sheriff’s Office now says it involved a van. Not a golf cart.

Golf Cart Rollover in Walhalla Involving Adult and Six Children: Injuries Reported

WALHALLA, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A golf cart rollover accident occurred Sunday evening just north of Walhalla, involving an adult and six children. Initial reports came in at 7:22 p.m., with emergency services called to the scene at a golf course one mile north of Walhalla. The initial dispatch indicated unknown injuries at the time. Subsequent… Continue reading Golf Cart Rollover in Walhalla Involving Adult and Six Children: Injuries Reported

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

Four Children Injured in Minneapolis Shooting Involving Stolen Vehicle

Four Children Injured in Minneapolis Shooting Involving Stolen Vehicle

MINNEAPOLIS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Police are investigating a disturbing shooting that took place early Sunday in North Minneapolis, where four children were injured by automatic gunfire. The victims, aged between 11 and 14, were inside a stolen Kia when a dark-colored sedan began following them and opened fire. Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara reported that… Continue reading Four Children Injured in Minneapolis Shooting Involving Stolen Vehicle

Justified Force: Officers Cleared in Woodbury Target Shooting Involving Pellet Gun

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

Crookston Man Charged with Sex Crime Involving Boy, Suspect Connected To Crookston Youth Hangout

G Thomas Amiot

CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Crookston, Minnesota man is facing a 1st Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct charge involving a boy. The suspect also has a connection to a youth hangout in that town. A disturbing case in more ways than one out of Crookston Minnesota, G Thomas Amiot who was on the foundation board for… Continue reading Crookston Man Charged with Sex Crime Involving Boy, Suspect Connected To Crookston Youth Hangout

Moorhead Man Arrested on Shocking Sex Crimes Involving Minors

Jon Stock

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jon Stock, a Moorhead, Minnesota resident, has been arrested and is currently in custody on multiple charges related to sex crimes involving minors. The Moorhead Police Department, in conjunction with the Clay County Sheriff’s Office, executed a search warrant at Stock’s residence, where several electronic devices were seized as part of… Continue reading Moorhead Man Arrested on Shocking Sex Crimes Involving Minors

Charges Filed Against Tamorris Dempsey After Moorhead Shootout Involving Dispute Over a Dog

Charges Filed Against Tamorris Dempsey After Moorhead Shootout Involving Dispute Over a Dog

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Charges have been filed against Tamorris Dempsey of Fargo in connection with a Wednesday evening shootout in Moorhead, Minnesota. Dempsey faces multiple charges, including attempted murder, three counts of assault, burglary, and possession of a firearm as a felon. According to the criminal complaint, the incident occurred on August 7th at… Continue reading Charges Filed Against Tamorris Dempsey After Moorhead Shootout Involving Dispute Over a Dog

Urgent News Update: Two Late Sunday Afternoon Incidents Occur in Grand Forks, One Involving a Gun Reported

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Police responded to a couple of late Sunday afternoon incidents in Grand Forks. One was reported as involving a gun.

Online Predator’s Cold Feet Can’t Escape Justice

Aaron Doss

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

Minor Accident Reported in Thief River Falls Involving Backing Vehicle

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On July 3 at 7:04 p.m., police received a report of an accident near the intersection of First Street and Conley Avenue in Thief River Falls. Marcus Styles was backing a 2011 Chevy Silverado out of a driveway to turn around when he failed to see a trailer parked… Continue reading Minor Accident Reported in Thief River Falls Involving Backing Vehicle

UPDATE: North Dakota Highway Patrol Seeks Witnesses of Fatal Crash Near Jamestown Involving 2 Children

JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The North Dakota Highway Patrol is asking for anyone who witnesses or has information about a crash near Jamestown on Monday that killed 2 children to come forward. You can call the Patrol at: 701-328-2447.

Viking Man Sentenced for Multiple Felony Charges Involving Stolen Property

Jeremy Aaron Tostrup

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jeremy Aaron Tostrup, 27, of Viking, was sentenced for two felony charges of possession of stolen property. Sentencing Details For the first offense, Tostrup was sentenced to 12 months and one day in prison. He received credit for 548 days served, effectively considering the sentence served. He was ordered to… Continue reading Viking Man Sentenced for Multiple Felony Charges Involving Stolen Property

UPDATE: Becker, MN Crash Involving Multi-Vehicle Pursuit Results in Life-Threatening Injury

BECKER, MN (trfnews.i234.me) One person suffered life threatening injuries in a multi-vehicle crash that ended a pursuit in Becker, Minnesota on Saturday.

Tragic Accident Involving Motorcycle and Postal Van Occurs in Becker County, Minnesota

WOLF LAKE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A male motorcycle driver was killed Saturday afternoon, after colliding with a postal van near Wold Lake, Minnesota.

Fatal Crash In Minnesota Involving Motorcycle and Pickup Truck

CLEARWATER, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A man and woman on a motorcycle were killed in an early Friday morning crash with a pickup in Clearwater, Minnesota.

Polaris Ranger Accident Involving 12-Year-Old Driver

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On May 13 at 8:03 p.m., the sheriff’s office received a report of an accident near the intersection of Center Avenue Northeast and 180th Street. A 12-year-old girl from Thief River Falls was driving a Polaris Ranger on a roadway when the utility vehicle rolled over. Fortunately, no injuries were… Continue reading Polaris Ranger Accident Involving 12-Year-Old Driver

Tragic Hit-and-Run Involving Pedestrian and Vehicle Occurs Near Devils Lake, ND

DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We had a fatal pedestrian-vehicle hit and run near St. Michael south of Devils Lake, North Dakota on Wednesday night.

Charges Filed in Crash Near Roseau, Minnesota Involving Alcohol and Injuries

ROSEAU, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Criminal charges have now been filed in an alcohol involved, injury crash south of Roseau, Minnesota early Friday morning.

Rachel Rae Olson sentenced for felony charge of methamphetamine crimes involving children

Rachel Rae Olson

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Rachel Rae Olson, 40, from Thief River Falls, was sentenced in Pennington County District Court on Monday, May 6, for a felony charge related to methamphetamine crimes involving children. Sentence: Olson received a five-year stay of imposition and was ordered to serve supervised probation for the same duration. She… Continue reading Rachel Rae Olson sentenced for felony charge of methamphetamine crimes involving children

Man in Warren, Minnesota Waives Hearing and Pleads Not Guilty to Horrifying Sex Crimes Involving Minor Victim

Seth Lawrence Solberg

MARSHALL COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Warren, Minnesota man has pleaded not guilty to two counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct after being charged with sex crimes involving a child under the age of 13. Seth Lawrence Solberg faces up to 30 years in prison if convicted. The charges stem from an incident reported to… Continue reading Man in Warren, Minnesota Waives Hearing and Pleads Not Guilty to Horrifying Sex Crimes Involving Minor Victim

Thief River Falls man charged with DWI involving a controlled substance

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On March 5th at 12:18 p.m., authorities were summoned to the probation office regarding Christopher Marvin Pickens, 48, of Thief River Falls, who was charged with DWI involving a controlled substance. The citation was issued on April 30. Pickens purportedly drove to the Justice Center to provide a urine… Continue reading Thief River Falls man charged with DWI involving a controlled substance

UPDATE: Fatal Crash involving 2 Vehicles in Pennington County Last Friday

PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The Minnesota State Patrol now says a 2-vehicle crash in Pennington County on May 3rd was fatal.

Tragic Head-On Collision Involving Car and Semi Truck Near Mandan, North Dakota

MANDAN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We had a fatal head-on crash between a car and semi just north of Mandan, North Dakota on this Thursday afternoon.

UPDATE: Charges Filed in Marshall County Crash Involving Snake River Injury

OSLO, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Charges have now been filed against the driver in a March 23rd crash that sent him and 3 passengers into the Snake River north of Oslo, Minnesota on March 23, 2024.