Tag: Jamestown

Valley City Man Sentenced for Discharging Firearm and Causing Property Damage

Mikah Alan Striefel

JAMESTOWN, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Mikah Alan Striefel, a 22-year-old man from Valley City, has been sentenced for his involvement in an incident where shots were fired into a parked vehicle in Jamestown. Striefel pleaded guilty to charges including criminal mischief (reduced from a Class C felony), false reports to law enforcement, and discharging a firearm… Continue reading Valley City Man Sentenced for Discharging Firearm and Causing Property Damage

New Charges Filed Against Convicted Jamestown Sex Offender

UPDATE: Convicted Jamestown Sex Offender Facing New Charges JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding new charges against a convicted Jamestown, North Dakota sex offender.

Tragic Crop Sprayer Accident in North Dakota Claims Life of 63-Year-Old Lawrence Polries from Jamestown, ND

Fatal Crop Sprayer Crash In North Dakota, VICTIM: (63) Lawrence Polries, Jamestown, ND NEW ROCKFORD, ND (newrockfordtranscript.com) The pilot of a crop sprayer is dead, following a crash south of New Rockford, North Dakota on this Tuesday afternoon. The pilot from Jamestown, North Dakota has been identified as 63-year old Lawrence Polries.

BREAKING NEWS: DALP Approved as Evacuation Deadline Approaches with Millions of Pounds of Garbage Still Unaddressed

BREAKING NEWS: DALP approved as evacuation date looms and million of pounds of garbage remain MORTON COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The cleanup of millions of pounds of garbage at the Dakota Access Pipeline protest camp continues, as the completion of paperwork allowing completion of the pipeline is being wrapped up. A showdown could be looming.

It Began With a Report of a Woman Assaulting a Man

It Started With A Call That A Female Was Assaulting A Man JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A woman is facing 2 felony charges, after Jamestown Police were called to a report of a female assaulting a man.

Report of Shooting Victim in Rural Jamestown, ND on Friday Night

Report Of Gunshot Victim In Rural Jamestown, ND Friday Night JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have a report of a gunshot victim in rural Jamestown, North Dakota Friday night. It was reported as a hunting accident at 11:32 pm.

UPDATE: Hazardous and Icy Road Conditions in Northern Valley

UPDATE: Dangerous, icy driving conditions in northern Valley CROOKSTON, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) UPDATE: Freezing rain and a trace of snow has created icy driving conditions in the northern Valley. One car has already hit the ditch between Crookston and Fisher, Minnesota. The driver and passenger of armored truck rolled over near Fisher at 9:23 a.m. Adam… Continue reading UPDATE: Hazardous and Icy Road Conditions in Northern Valley

Crookston Resident Hurt in Rollover Crash

Crookston Man Injured in Rollover Accident CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Twenty-five year old Cameron Johnson of Crookston suffered life threatening injuries after being ejected from his pickup during a rollover on Highway 9 near Crookston Friday afternoon.

Remaining Winter: Expect More Cold, Snow, and Flooding?

Rest of Winter: More cold, snow and flooding? GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The National Weather Service is forecasting a high possibility of flooding in the Devils Lake Basin and in northeastern North Dakota and northwestern Minnesota.

UPDATE: Search for Armed and Dangerous Suspect Shifts to Devils Lake

UPDATE: Manhunt for armed, dangerous suspect moves to Devils Lake DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The search for an armed and dangerous suspect has moved to Devils Lake. The Patrol says he left the stolen Ford Tauras in Northwood and stole a pickup that’s now been found in Devils Lake. He remains on the loose.

Ex-Priest from Jamestown, North Dakota Sentenced to 10 Days in Jail

Former Jamestown, North Dakota Priest Gets 10 Day Jail Sentence JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A former Jametown, North Dakota pries took a plea deal on this Thursday and was given a 10 day jail sentence.

Fargo Couple Arrested in Jamestown Following Extended Evasion of Authorities

Fargo Couple In Jamestown Jail, After Long Run From The Law JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Fargo couple is in a Jamestown jail on this Monday night, following a 17 hour run from the law.

Seventeen-Year-Old Killed in Jamestown Crash, Driver Arrested for DUI

Seventeen Year Old Dies In Crash By Jamestown, Driver Arrested For DUI JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A 17-year old from Belcourt was killed in an early morning crash near Jamestown. The driver was arrested for DUI.

Update: Authorities Start Clearing New ND Pipeline Protest Camp, Video Released

UPDATE: New ND Pipeline Protest Camp Video. Authorities begin cleaning it up MORTON COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A member of the “No Access Dakota Pipeline” facebook group posted this video of the protest camp on January 30, 2017. Today, authorities began cleaning up and hauling out vacant parts of the camp. There is no action at… Continue reading Update: Authorities Start Clearing New ND Pipeline Protest Camp, Video Released

Breaking News: Two Teens Lose Lives in I-94 Crash Near Moorhead

LATEST INFO: Two Teens Die in I-94 Crash near Moorhead CLAY COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Two teenagers have died in a crash on I-94 Saturday night near Moorhead. The driver Danie Thomssen of Fargo, along with passenger Carson Roney of Oakes were killed. Another passenger, Haley Visto of Oakes survived. Thomssen and Roney were NDSU students,… Continue reading Breaking News: Two Teens Lose Lives in I-94 Crash Near Moorhead

Fargo Police News Conference: Officer-Involved Shooting Results in Death of Jamestown Man

FARGO POLICE NEWS CONFERENCE: Jamestown Man Killed In Officer Involved Shooting FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Fargo Police hold a news conference Friday evening regarding an officer involved shooting that killed a Jamestown man.

BREAKING NEWS: Early Sunday Fire Reported at Potato Processing Plant Near Jamestown, North Dakota

BREAKING NEWS: Report Of Fire At Potato Processing Plant By Jamestown, North Dakota Early Sunday JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Firefighters and an ambulance called to a report of an active fire at a potato processing plant by Jamestown, North Dakota early Sunday morning.

URGENT UPDATE: Two Arrested in Connection to Numerous Burglaries at Smokey’s Campground Near Jamestown

BREAKING NEWS: 2 Suspects In Custody For Multiple Burglaries At Smokey's Campground Near Jamestown JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Stutsman County Sheriff, Chad Kaiser say he was on the scene of multiple break-ins to campers at Smokey’s Campground on the Jamestown Dam Tuesday evening. Kaiser says 2 suspects are in custody.

PHOTO UPDATE: Two NDSU Students Killed in Crash near Moorhead

PHOTO UPDATE: Two NDSU Teens Die in Crash near Moorhead CLAY COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Two teenagers have died in a crash on I-94 Saturday night near Moorhead. The driver Danie Thomssen of Fargo, along with passenger Carson Roney of Oakes were killed. Another passenger, Haley Visto of Oakes survived. Thomssen and Roney were NDSU students,… Continue reading PHOTO UPDATE: Two NDSU Students Killed in Crash near Moorhead

Unedited Footage from the Canadian Border in Emerson, Manitoba

Canadian Border, Emerson, Manitoba, Raw Video Canadian border and Emerson, Manitoba. Raw Video.

Discovering Mexico: A Detour to Troncones

Exploring Mexico: Troncones Side Trip TRONCONES, MEXICO (trfnews.i234.me) In this story we take a side trip to Troncones, Mexico. It’s 20 miles north of where we’re staying, Zihuatanejo. Our guide is Grand Forks native Ernie Mrachek. The 1961 graduate of Central High School in Grand Forks now calls Mexico home. Ernie gives us tour of… Continue reading Discovering Mexico: A Detour to Troncones

Discovering Mexico: The Heart of Zihuatanejo

Exploring Mexico: Downtown Zihuatanejo, Mexico ZIHUATANEJO, MEXICO (trfnews.i234.me) You’re now in Zihuatanejo, Mexico. It’s time to explore downtown!

UPDATE: Coyote Hunt Near Jamestown, ND Ends in Shooting; Victim from Moorhead, Shooter from Jamestown

UPDATE: Man Shot During Coyote Hunt Near Jamestown, ND, Victim from Moorhead, Shooter, Jamestown JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding a late Friday night shooting near Jamestown, North Dakota. A man has now been life flighted to a Fargo hospital, after being accidentally shot while hunting coyotes. The victim is from Moorhead. The… Continue reading UPDATE: Coyote Hunt Near Jamestown, ND Ends in Shooting; Victim from Moorhead, Shooter from Jamestown

Urgent Update: Complete Suspension of Thief River Falls Boys Hockey Team

BREAKING NEWS: Entire Thief River Falls Boys Hockey Team Suspended THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The entire Varsity and JV boys hockey teams at Thief River Falls High School have been put on a 1 week suspension. An independent law firm was called in to investigate allegations.

Exclusive: Jamestown, North Dakota Sees 7 Overdoses and Fatalities

EXCLUSIVE: 7 Overdoses & Death In Jamestown, North Dakota JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Two people have been charged in connection to a recent string of overdoses in Jamestown, North Dakota. At this point, no one has been charged in connection to a death in this case.

Two Suspects Fleeing in Jamestown, One Apprehended

Two Suspects On The Run In Jamestown, One In Custody JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Jamestown, North Dakota Police are looking for 2 suspects, following an assault and high speed chase. A third suspect is in custody.

Three Men Arrested on Felony Charges by Grand Forks Police

Grand Forks Police arrest 3 men on Felony Charges GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) It was busy weekend for Grand Forks Police. Three men were arrested in 3 separate incidents on felony charges.

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

Jamestown, ND Man Contemplating Harm to Democrats

JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A man has been charged with Terrorizing in Jamestown, North Dakota, after telling a police officer he was thinking about killing Democrats.

Jamestown Man Charged After Wrong-Way Crash on I-94 in Barnes County

NORTH DAKOTA (trfnews.i234.me) — A Jamestown man is facing serious legal trouble after a dangerous wrong-way crash involving three vehicles on Interstate 94 in Barnes County on the evening of Saturday, September 14th. The North Dakota Highway Patrol reports that around 8:39 p.m., a Ford Escape was seen heading westbound in the eastbound lane of… Continue reading Jamestown Man Charged After Wrong-Way Crash on I-94 in Barnes County

Jamestown Explosion and Fire: One Injured, Extensive Damage to Property

Jamestown Explosion and Fire: One Injured, Extensive Damage to Property

JAMESTOWN, N.D.(trfnews.i234.me) — An intense explosion followed by a destructive fire in Jamestown has left one person injured and caused significant damage to a house and neighboring properties. Fire Chief Jim Reuther reported that when firefighters arrived at the scene around 1:30 a.m., the house and garage were fully engulfed in flames. A 55-year-old resident… Continue reading Jamestown Explosion and Fire: One Injured, Extensive Damage to Property

Jamestown Man Charged with Felony Assault and Terrorizing After Violent Incident

Ashton E. Newman

JAMETOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Ashton E. Newman of Jamestown is facing serious felony charges after a violent incident involving two women. According to court documents, the incident occurred on August 20th at 3:04 a.m. when police were dispatched to a Jamestown residence following a report of an assault. Newman allegedly struck one woman on the… Continue reading Jamestown Man Charged with Felony Assault and Terrorizing After Violent Incident

Jamestown Man Charged with Felony Assault and Terrorizing After Allegedly Attacking One Woman and Threatening Another

Ashton E. Newman

JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Ashton E. Newman of Jamestown is facing serious felony charges after allegedly assaulting one woman and threatening to kill another if she reported the incident. According to court documents, the incident occurred on August 20th at 3:04 a.m. when police were dispatched to a Jamestown residence. Upon arrival, officers found one… Continue reading Jamestown Man Charged with Felony Assault and Terrorizing After Allegedly Attacking One Woman and Threatening Another

Jamestown Man Charged with Felony Terrorizing in West Fargo

Shawn M. Pedraza

WEST FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Shawn M. Pedraza of Jamestown faces felony terrorizing and domestic violence charges in West Fargo after allegedly threatening to kill a woman during a domestic dispute. A Jamestown man, Shawn M. Pedraza, is facing serious charges, including felony terrorizing and misdemeanor domestic violence, following a disturbing domestic incident in West… Continue reading Jamestown Man Charged with Felony Terrorizing in West Fargo

Workplace Tensions Boil Over: Jamestown Woman Charged with Terrorizing After Threatening Boss with AR-15

Workplace Tensions Boil Over: Jamestown Woman Charged with Terrorizing After Threatening Boss with AR-15

JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a shocking incident, Marilyn Kay Hetletvedt of Jamestown has been charged with terrorizing after allegedly threatening to shoot her boss at Menards with an AR-15. According to court documents, Menards recently cut workers’ hours and wages due to declining revenue, which Hetletvedt reportedly took as a personal attack. A coworker… Continue reading Workplace Tensions Boil Over: Jamestown Woman Charged with Terrorizing After Threatening Boss with AR-15

Jamestown woman charged with terrorizing after confrontation with boss

JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Jamestown, North Dakota woman is facing a felony Terrorizing charge, after allegedly threatening to go home and get her AR because she was upset with her boss.

Jamestown Man Arrested for Alleged Child Sex Crimes

Mark R. Windish

JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Jamestown, North Dakota man has been arrested on charges of sex crimes against children. According to Lieutenant Sidman of the Jamestown Police Department, the investigation began on July 14th, and after approximately two weeks of thorough investigation, the suspect was apprehended. On the morning of July 31st, a search warrant… Continue reading Jamestown Man Arrested for Alleged Child Sex Crimes

Jamestown Woman Sentenced to Over Eight Years for Firearms Trafficking

April Bergman

JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Jamestown woman will spend the next 100 months in federal prison for firearms trafficking and being a felon in possession of a firearm. The more than eight-year sentence against April Bergman was handed down Wednesday in U.S. District Court in Fargo. The case began with the burglary and theft of 35… Continue reading Jamestown Woman Sentenced to Over Eight Years for Firearms Trafficking

North Dakota Highway Patrol Seeks Witnesses in Fatal Jamestown Crash

Family Identifies Children Killed in Tragic Jamestown Crash

JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – The North Dakota Highway Patrol is urging anyone who witnessed or has information about a crash near Jamestown on Monday that resulted in the deaths of two children to come forward. Witnesses can contact the Patrol at 701-328-2447. Sergeant Malifa of the North Dakota Highway Patrol provided an update regarding the… Continue reading North Dakota Highway Patrol Seeks Witnesses in Fatal Jamestown Crash

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.

Family Identifies Children Killed in Tragic Jamestown Crash

Family Identifies Children Killed in Tragic Jamestown Crash

JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – The victims of a devastating crash that injured six people and claimed the lives of two children near Jamestown, North Dakota, on Monday have been identified by family members. The accident occurred on Interstate 94, seven miles west of Jamestown, at around 5:00 p.m. when a Suburban, driven by 30-year-old Stasia… Continue reading Family Identifies Children Killed in Tragic Jamestown Crash

UPDATE: Identities of Victims of Fatal Crash That Claimed Lives of 2 Children Near Jamestown, ND Revealed

JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Some of the victims of a crash that injured 6 people and killed 2 children near Jamestown on Monday have been identified.

Tragic Accident Near Jamestown: Two Children Dead, Six Injured After SUV Rolls into Water-Filled Ditch

Six People Hospitalized After SUV Overturns Near Jamestown, North Dakota

JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Two children are dead and six others, including an adult, are injured after a Suburban rolled into a water-filled ditch on Interstate 94, seven miles west of Jamestown, North Dakota. The accident occurred just before 5:00 p.m. on Monday. According to the North Dakota Highway Patrol, a 30-year-old female driver from… Continue reading Tragic Accident Near Jamestown: Two Children Dead, Six Injured After SUV Rolls into Water-Filled Ditch

Six People Hospitalized After SUV Overturns Near Jamestown, North Dakota

Six People Hospitalized After SUV Overturns Near Jamestown, North Dakota

JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – We have more information about a serious crash approximately seven miles west of Jamestown on I-94, near the oil pipeline and distribution tanks. A Suburban overturned in a slough along the interstate, carrying as many as seven people, including children. Initial reports from radio traffic indicated that children were trapped inside… Continue reading Six People Hospitalized After SUV Overturns Near Jamestown, North Dakota

Tragic Update: Fatal I-94 Crash Near Jamestown, ND Claims lives of 2 Children and Injures 6 Others

JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Two children were killed and 6 others injured after the driver of a Suburban rolled into a water filled ditch west of Jamestown, North Dakota late Monday afternoon.

Vehicle Overturns in Water Near Jamestown, ND: Dive Team Called to the Scene

JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A serious crash occurred on Interstate 94 near mile marker 248, approximately 7 miles west of Jamestown, North Dakota. The incident happened near the pipeline oil distribution tanks at the I-94 interchange. At 5:09 p.m., an emergency call reported a Suburban vehicle that had flipped over and landed upside down in… Continue reading Vehicle Overturns in Water Near Jamestown, ND: Dive Team Called to the Scene

UPDATE: Six individuals transported to the hospital after vehicle overturns near Jamestown, ND

JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Six people were transported to the hospital, after a vehicle overturned in a slough west of Jamestown, North Dakota.

Jamestown Woman Injured in Westbound I-94 Crash Near Valley City

What: One vehicle injury crash Where: Westbound I-94 MM 289, one mile west of Valley City When: Monday, July 1st, at approximately 6:33 am Road Conditions: Dry Type of Crash: Vehicle left the roadway and struck the cable barrier Agencies Involved: NDHP, Barnes County SO, Barnes County Ambulance, Valley City FD Vehicle No. 1: 2016… Continue reading Jamestown Woman Injured in Westbound I-94 Crash Near Valley City

Suspected Juvenile Sex Crime in Jamestown, North Dakota

JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A high risk sex offender is in jail on this Wednesday evening. He’s a suspect in a sex crime involving a juvenile in Jamestown, North Dakota.

Rear-End Collision Near Jamestown Injures Two

What: Injury Crash Where: I-94 Westbound Mile Marker 253, 3 miles West of Jamestown When: June 7, 08:15 AM Central Road Conditions: Good Weather Conditions: Sunny Crash Involvement: Vehicle/Vehicle Type of Crash: Rear-end Agencies Involved: North Dakota Highway Patrol, Stutsman County Sheriff’s Department, Jamestown Ambulance, Jamestown Fire Department, Sanford AirMed Vehicle Details: Vehicle No. 1:… Continue reading Rear-End Collision Near Jamestown Injures Two

Rear-End Collision on I-94 Near Jamestown Leaves Two Injured

What: Injury Where: I-94 Westbound, Mile Marker 253, 3 miles west of Jamestown When: June 7, 08:15 AM Central Road Conditions: Good Weather Conditions: Sunny Crash Involvement: Vehicle/Vehicle Type of Crash: Rear-end Agencies Involved: North Dakota Highway Patrol, Stutsman County Sheriff’s Department, Jamestown Ambulance, Jamestown Fire Department, Sanford AirMed Vehicle No. 1: 2014 Ram 2500… Continue reading Rear-End Collision on I-94 Near Jamestown Leaves Two Injured

Two Disturbing Incidents Happened on Sunday Night in Jamestown, North Dakota

JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Police responded to 2 disturbing incidents in Jamestown, North Dakota late Sunday. An apparent juvenile suicide and injury to a 2-year old.

Series of Accidents Occur on Interstate-94 Near Jamestown, North Dakota

JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Multiple vehicles were involved involved in construction zone crashes by Jamestown, North Dakota Friday evening.