Fargo Bicycle Accident Turns Fatal: 66-Year-Old Man Killed in Collision with Ford F-150

A tragic accident unfolded on September 10, 2024, at the intersection of 25th Street S and 40th Avenue S in Fargo, ND, when a collision between a 2023 Ford F-150 and a bicyclist turned fatal. The incident occurred at 9:32 AM under clear skies and dry road conditions. According to the North Dakota Highway Patrol,… Continue reading Fargo Bicycle Accident Turns Fatal: 66-Year-Old Man Killed in Collision with Ford F-150

East Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Meth Sales, Faces Up to 25 Years in Prison

Stephen Todd Pederson

POLK COUNTY, Mn (trfnews.i234.me) – An East Grand Forks man, Stephen Todd Pederson, 58, is facing serious drug charges after pleading not guilty to second-degree methamphetamine sales during his Thursday, Sept. 5 court appearance. Pederson, who was on pretrial release for previous criminal cases, is accused of failing to attend a required urine test on… Continue reading East Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Meth Sales, Faces Up to 25 Years in Prison

Fatman Scoop, Iconic DJ and Rapper Behind ‘Be Faithful,’ Dies at 55

Fatman Scoop

Isaac Freeman III, better known as Fatman Scoop, a towering figure in the music world, has died at the age of 55. Renowned for his booming voice and high-energy performances, Fatman Scoop made an indelible mark on the dance music scene with his 1999 hit “Be Faithful” featuring Crooklyn Clan. Born and raised in Harlem,… Continue reading Fatman Scoop, Iconic DJ and Rapper Behind ‘Be Faithful,’ Dies at 55

Middle River man charged with criminal sexual conduct

A Middle River man has been charged in Marshall County District Court after he allegedly inappropriately touched a girl multiple times. Calvin John Rybakowski, 50, has been charged with felony first degree criminal sexual conduct. He was arrested and remains incarcerated at the Pennington County Jail since the Marshall County Jail is being remodeled. The… Continue reading Middle River man charged with criminal sexual conduct

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

Grand Forks Man 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.

Middle River Man Facing Major Sex Crime Charge

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

MIDDLE RIVER, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Adam Steinhauer of Middle River, Minnesota has been charged with 1st Degree Ciminal Sexual Conduct involving a child.

Minnesota Man Faces 30 Years for Alleged Repeated Sexual Assault on Minor

Minnesota Man Faces 30 Years for Alleged Repeated Sexual Assault on Minor

MIDDLE RIVER, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Calvin John Rybakowski, a 50-year-old from Middle River, Minnesota, is facing first-degree criminal sexual conduct charges involving a child under 14. In August, Rybakowski allegedly touched the young female victim’s genitals, and the victim has since come forward, reporting that this abuse occurred multiple times. When questioned by investigators, Rybakowski… Continue reading Minnesota Man Faces 30 Years for Alleged Repeated Sexual Assault on Minor

Thief River Falls Man Arrested for DWI and License Violation After Early Morning Traffic Stop

In the early hours of August 10, at 1:09 a.m., Thief River Falls police conducted a traffic stop near the intersection of First Street and Horace Avenue. During the stop, 23-year-old Joel Exsequiel Gomez Diaz was arrested and cited for fourth-degree DWI and a driver’s license violation.

Grand Forks Man Charged with Felony Protection Order Violation Amid Ongoing Domestic Assault Case

Adam Thomas Nelson

On July 18 at 12:45 a.m., police received a report of a violation of a protection order. Adam Thomas Nelson, 38, from Grand Forks, N.D., has been charged with a felony violation of the order. The complaint was officially filed on August 5, and a warrant has been issued for his arrest. According to the… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Charged with Felony Protection Order Violation Amid Ongoing Domestic Assault Case

Middle River Man Facing Major Sex Charge Involving Juvenile

Minnesota Man Faces 30 Years for Alleged Repeated Sexual Assault on Minor

MIDDLE RIVER, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Middle River, Minnesota man has been charged with 1st Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct-Victim under 14.

Trespassing Incident at Skylite Apartments: Thief River Falls Man Cited for Disorderly Conduct

Randy Ryan Hicks

On August 6 at 7:16 p.m., Thief River Falls police received a report of a bizarre trespassing incident at Skylite Apartments, located at 415 Arnold Ave. S. Randy Ryan Hicks, 68, was cited for trespassing and disorderly conduct after causing a disturbance that alarmed residents. Hicks was reportedly riding his bicycle with an unusual assortment… Continue reading Trespassing Incident at Skylite Apartments: Thief River Falls Man Cited for Disorderly Conduct

Duluth Man Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries in Polk County Motorcycle Crash

A 58-year-old Duluth area man, Dean Bruce Obrien, sustained life-threatening injuries in a single-vehicle motorcycle crash on Tuesday in Polk County, Minnesota. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, Obrien was driving his 2004 Harley Davidson westbound on US Highway 2 when it veered off the road near milepost 64 in King Township. Obrien, who was… Continue reading Duluth Man Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries in Polk County Motorcycle Crash

Middle River Man Sentenced to Over 5 Years for Drug and DWI Charges After Found Passed Out in Vehicle

Brady Ray Veselka

Brady Ray Veselka, 39, of Middle River, was sentenced on Tuesday, August 6, in Pennington County District Court for serious drug-related offenses. Veselka faced felony charges, including third-degree controlled substance crime and first-degree driving while impaired (DWI). For the drug charge, Veselka received a 52-month prison sentence, with credit for 261 days already served. He… Continue reading Middle River Man Sentenced to Over 5 Years for Drug and DWI Charges After Found Passed Out in Vehicle

Thief River Falls Man Arrested for Public Nuisance and Disorderly Conduct on Duluth Ave.

Randy Ryan Hicks

On August 13 at 7:24 p.m., Thief River Falls police responded to a disturbance in the 1000 block of Duluth Ave. N. Randy Ryan Hicks, 68, was arrested after being cited for public nuisance, littering, and disorderly conduct. The incident reportedly involved Hicks becoming confrontational with a woman at the scene, prompting the police response.

Raymond Man Arrested After High-Speed Chase with Infant and Passengers in Vehicle

Wilhelm Robert Bratsch

A 19-year-old Raymond man, Wilhelm Robert Bratsch, has been charged with multiple offenses in Pennington County District Court following a high-speed chase with law enforcement on Saturday morning. Bratsch is facing charges of felony fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle, misdemeanor driving while impaired, gross misdemeanor child endangerment, and misdemeanor criminal damage to… Continue reading Raymond Man Arrested After High-Speed Chase with Infant and Passengers in Vehicle

Thief River Falls Man Arrested for Harassment After Midnight Trespassing Incident at Park West Apartments

Austin Blaine Brateng

On August 18, police responded to a report of trespassing at Park West Apartments, located at 1303 First St. W. Austin Blaine Brateng, 26, of Thief River Falls, was arrested and charged with harassment and trespassing. According to the complaint, Brateng was found inside the secured apartment building despite not residing there. He allegedly knocked… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Arrested for Harassment After Midnight Trespassing Incident at Park West Apartments

Thief River Falls Man Arrested in Probation Check: Meth Found, Children Present

On August 7, a routine probation check led to the arrest of Brian Allen Torkelson, 33, of Thief River Falls, on serious drug-related charges. Officers from the Pine to Prairie Drug Task Force, along with Thief River Falls police sergeants, were called to assist after receiving information that Torkelson was passed out on a couch… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Arrested in Probation Check: Meth Found, Children Present

Thief River Falls Man Caught Trespassing While Biking on 10th Street West

Randy Ryan Hicks

On the evening of August 12 at 6:42 p.m., Thief River Falls police officers were alerted to a man biking along 10th Street West who needed to be cited for a prior incident. The man, identified as 68-year-old Randy Ryan Hicks, was spotted on the west side of 215 10th St. W., a property he… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Caught Trespassing While Biking on 10th Street West

Thief River Falls Man Faces Multiple Charges After Assaulting Father and Attacking Deputy

Cody M. Meekma

A Thief River Falls man, Cody Mitchell Meekma, 36, has been charged with multiple offenses after a violent confrontation at his home on Saturday night. Meekma is facing a felony charge of domestic assault by strangulation, along with gross misdemeanor charges of fourth-degree assault of a peace officer and interference with a 911 call, as… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Faces Multiple Charges After Assaulting Father and Attacking Deputy

Thief River Falls Man Cited for Trespassing at Hugo’s Supermarket

Randy Ryan Hicks

On the evening of August 10, at 8:33 p.m., Thief River Falls police responded to a report of trespassing at Hugo’s Supermarket. The individual involved, identified as 68-year-old Randy Ryan Hicks, was cited for trespassing. The nature of the incident remains under investigation.

Tragic Crash Near Little Toad Lake Claims Life of 74-Year-Old Man

BECKER COUNTY, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — A fatal accident occurred in Becker County when 74-year-old Mathew Mess from Frazee tragically lost his life after rolling his vehicle and hitting a power pole. The incident happened on County Highway 56, just west of 400th Avenue near Little Toad Lake. According to the sheriff’s office, Mess’s vehicle veered… Continue reading Tragic Crash Near Little Toad Lake Claims Life of 74-Year-Old Man

Racing Legend Paul Goldsmith Passes at 98: The Man Who Conquered Both Two and Four Wheels

Paul Goldsmith

Paul Goldsmith, a motorsports pioneer and a dominant force on both motorcycles and in auto racing, has passed away at the age of 98. As the oldest living Indianapolis 500 veteran and a nine-time NASCAR Cup winner, Goldsmith’s legendary career spanned decades, earning him a place in multiple motorsports halls of fame. A Life on… Continue reading Racing Legend Paul Goldsmith Passes at 98: The Man Who Conquered Both Two and Four Wheels

Fatal Williams County Motorcycle Crash Claims Life of Culbertson Man, Passenger Seriously Injured

A tragic motorcycle crash on Highway 1804 near mile marker 341, southwest of Williston, claimed the life of a 41-year-old man from Culbertson, MT, late Saturday night, September 7, 2024. The single-vehicle rollover occurred at approximately 11:39 PM CST when the 2018 Harley Davidson motorcycle veered off the road into the north ditch. The male… Continue reading Fatal Williams County Motorcycle Crash Claims Life of Culbertson Man, Passenger Seriously Injured

Detroit Lakes Man Charged with Felony for Allegedly Selling Fentanyl Pills in Undercover Sting

Noah Daniel Lawrence

DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Detroit Lakes man, Noah Daniel Lawrence, has been charged with a felony for the third-degree sale of narcotics following a successful undercover sting operation. According to court documents, Lawrence allegedly sold M-30 Fentanyl pills to a confidential informant working with the Becker County Sheriff’s Department in June. The operation,… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Charged with Felony for Allegedly Selling Fentanyl Pills in Undercover Sting

Canadian Man Arrested at Minnesota Border Faces Multiple Felony Drug Charges

Canadian Man Arrested at Minnesota Border Faces Multiple Felony Drug Charges

ROSEAU COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Canadian man is facing multiple felony drug charges after being arrested at the Warroad, Minnesota, border crossing. Numa Weva, a resident of Port Elgin, Ontario, was apprehended on August 27th when customs agents discovered a variety of illegal substances in his possession. According to court documents, the substances included… Continue reading Canadian Man Arrested at Minnesota Border Faces Multiple Felony Drug Charges

BREAKING NEWS UPDATE: Cement Truck-Pickup Crash In Polk County, Minnesota, EGF Man Injured

EUCLID, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding a cement truck-pickup crash by Euclid, Minnesota Friday afternoon. An East Grand Forks man was injured.

Grand Forks Man Faces 10-Year Sentence After Pleading Guilty to Multiple Felony Child Sex Crimes

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Sebastain Vennie Hipsak, a 23-year-old from Grand Forks, has agreed to plead guilty to four felony charges related to sexual offenses involving two minors. The charges include Class B felony luring minors by computer, Class C felony solicitation of a minor, Class C felony corruption of a minor, and Class… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces 10-Year Sentence After Pleading Guilty to Multiple Felony Child Sex Crimes

High-Speed Chase Ends in Fatal Shootout on I-94 Near New Salem

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

Missouri Man Charged After High-Speed Dirt Bike Pursuit in Grand Forks

Braxton Appleton

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Braxton Appleton, a Missouri man currently working in Drayton, has been charged in connection with a high-speed dirt bike pursuit that occurred in Grand Forks on July 28. According to court documents, Appleton fled a traffic stop, speeding through a stop sign dangerously close to a couple walking their dogs.… Continue reading Missouri Man Charged After High-Speed Dirt Bike Pursuit in Grand Forks

Fargo Man Faces Felony Charges for Alleged $4,000 Credit Card Fraud at Auto Parts Store

Preston Wren

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Preston Wren, a resident of Fargo, is now facing serious criminal charges after allegedly using another person’s credit card to place nearly $4,000 worth of orders at a local auto parts store. The charges against Wren include a felony for unauthorized use of personal identifying information and a misdemeanor for theft of… Continue reading Fargo Man Faces Felony Charges for Alleged $4,000 Credit Card Fraud at Auto Parts Store

Thief River Falls Man Arrested for Felony Threats After Confronting Deputy

Paul Joseph Warnke

A Thief River Falls resident, Paul Joseph Warnke, 55, is facing felony charges after allegedly threatening to shoot a sheriff’s deputy during a domestic assault investigation on Friday morning. Warnke was arrested and charged with felony terroristic threats. According to the complaint, a Pennington County sheriff’s deputy was dispatched to an apartment building on Douglas… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Arrested for Felony Threats After Confronting Deputy

Fort Totten Man Faces Felony Burglary Charge After Violent Incident in Devils Lake Apartment

Fort Totten Man Faces Felony Burglary Charge After Violent Incident in Devils Lake Apartment

DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Jaden Whitetail, a resident of Fort Totten, North Dakota, is facing a felony burglary charge following a violent incident in an apartment located above Nelly’s Bar in downtown Devils Lake. According to court documents, Whitetail allegedly kicked open the door to the apartment while the victims were seated at a… Continue reading Fort Totten Man Faces Felony Burglary Charge After Violent Incident in Devils Lake Apartment

Thief River Falls Man Pleads Not Guilty to Meth Sale Charges, Faces Up to 20 Years in Prison

James Richard Shaugabay

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – James Richard Shaugabay, a 33-year-old man from Thief River Falls, has pleaded not guilty to charges of third-degree felony sale of a controlled substance. Shaugabay waived his omnibus hearing on Thursday, August 29, and entered the plea. The charges stem from an incident in May when Shaugabay allegedly sold approximately… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Pleads Not Guilty to Meth Sale Charges, Faces Up to 20 Years in Prison

Canadian Man Takes Long Drive To Drug Bust In Roseau County, Minnesota

Canadian Man Arrested at Minnesota Border Faces Multiple Felony Drug Charges

ROSEAU COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Canadian man is facing multiple felony drug charges after being arrested at the Warroad, Minnesota, border crossing. Numa Weva, a resident of Port Elgin, Ontario, was apprehended on August 27th when customs agents discovered a variety of illegal substances in his possession. According to court documents, the substances included… Continue reading Canadian Man Takes Long Drive To Drug Bust In Roseau County, Minnesota

Tragedy Strikes Hibbing: Campfire Explosion Kills 53-Year-Old Man, Injures Seven Others

Tragedy Strikes Hibbing: Campfire Explosion Kills 53-Year-Old Man, Injures Seven Others

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A holiday weekend celebration turned tragic when a campfire explosion near Hibbing, Minnesota, claimed the life of 53-year-old Marvin Theisen and left several others injured. The incident occurred around 8:20 p.m. on Friday in the 12000 block of Jaranson Road in French Township, approximately 20 miles north of Hibbing.… Continue reading Tragedy Strikes Hibbing: Campfire Explosion Kills 53-Year-Old Man, Injures Seven Others

Intensive Search for Missing St. Cloud Man in Itasca County Enters Sixth Day

Intensive Search for Missing St. Cloud Man in Itasca County Enters Sixth Day

ISTASCA COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – The search for 40-year-old Caleb Bolin of St. Cloud, Minnesota, continues in Itasca County as it enters its sixth day. Bolin was last seen on August 6th, and his pickup truck was found abandoned near the Marcell area by bear baiters. The Itasca County Sheriff’s Office, along with specialized teams from… Continue reading Intensive Search for Missing St. Cloud Man in Itasca County Enters Sixth Day

Fargo Man Arrested for Sabotaging Internet and Cable Services at Multiple Locations

Timothy Paul Windels

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fargo man has been arrested and charged after allegedly sabotaging internet and cable services at seven different locations across the city. Timothy Paul Windels, the suspect, was apprehended following a tip-off after Fargo police posted his photo on social media. According to court documents, Windels, who previously worked as an… Continue reading Fargo Man Arrested for Sabotaging Internet and Cable Services at Multiple Locations

Langdon Man Sentenced to Prison and Probation for Child Pornography Charges

Jeremy J. Leno

LANGDON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Langdon, North Dakota man has been sentenced to one year in prison, with credit for 189 days already served, after pleading guilty to five counts of possessing child pornography. Jeremy J. Leno, the defendant, reached a plea agreement that also includes a three-year probation period. The charges stem from the… Continue reading Langdon Man Sentenced to Prison and Probation for Child Pornography Charges

North Dakota Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges After Drug-Fueled Crash

North Dakota Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges After Drug-Fueled Crash

PEMBINA COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a shocking turn of events, Trey A. Lafferty from Cavalier, North Dakota, has been charged with drug trafficking and several additional felonies following a late-night crash on August 25th. At approximately 10:03 p.m., Lafferty’s Kia collided with the back of a grain cart being towed by a tractor on… Continue reading North Dakota Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges After Drug-Fueled Crash

FBI Announces $5,000 Reward in Case of Suspected Murder of Fargo Man

FBI Offers $5,000 Reward In Case Of Fargo Man Believed To Be Murdered TURTLE MOUNTAINS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The FBI is now offering a $5,000 reward in the case of a Fargo man who went missing in September of 2020. Craig Melton went missing, after giving 2 men a ride to Belcourt, North Dakota.

Fargo Man Faces Multiple Charges After Fleeing Police in Bizarre Slow-Speed Chase

Kolby A. Deichert

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fargo man is facing a series of charges following a slow-speed chase with police on Sunday evening. The suspect, identified as Kolby A. Deichert, was found passed out behind the wheel of his vehicle in Fargo. When officers arrived at the scene, they were prepared, placing spike strips by the… Continue reading Fargo Man Faces Multiple Charges After Fleeing Police in Bizarre Slow-Speed Chase

Sex Investigation Leads To Drug Trafficking Charge Against Fargo Man

Sex Crime Investigation Uncovers Drug Trafficking Operation in Fargo

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – An investigation into a possible sex crime has led to drug trafficking charges against Larry Cook, a resident of Fargo, North Dakota. According to court documents, Fargo police obtained a search warrant for Cook’s apartment on August 22nd, as part of an investigation into allegations that he was involved in sexual… Continue reading Sex Investigation Leads To Drug Trafficking Charge Against Fargo Man

Thief River Falls Man Charged with Felony After Threatening Deputy

Thief River Falls Man Charged with Felony After Threatening Deputy

THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In Thief River Falls, Minnesota, 56-year-old Paul J. Warnke is facing a felony charge for allegedly threatening a Pennington County Deputy. On August 23rd, during an investigation, a deputy knocked on Warnke’s apartment door and announced his presence. Warnke responded with hostility, demanding a search warrant and declaring, “I’m… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Charged with Felony After Threatening Deputy

Cass Lake Man Charged with Felony for Vandalizing Brother’s Jeep

CASS LAKE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Michael Thomas Brown Jr. of Cass Lake, Minnesota, is facing a felony charge for allegedly causing extensive damage to his brother’s Jeep. According to court documents, the incident occurred on August 23rd, when Brown reportedly went on a destructive spree, leaving the vehicle in shambles. The damage to the Jeep… Continue reading Cass Lake Man Charged with Felony for Vandalizing Brother’s Jeep

Langdon Man Sentenced After Pleading Guilty To Child Porn Charges

Jeremy J. Leno

LANGDON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Langdon, North Dakota man has been sentenced to one year in prison, with credit for 189 days already served, after pleading guilty to five counts of possessing child pornography. Jeremy J. Leno, the defendant, reached a plea agreement that also includes a three-year probation period. The charges stem from the… Continue reading Langdon Man Sentenced After Pleading Guilty To Child Porn Charges

Fargo Man Arrested After Foot Chase and Burglary in South Fargo

Fargo Man Arrested After Foot Chase and Burglary in South Fargo

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fargo man is behind bars after leading police on a foot chase through South Fargo on Wednesday morning. The incident began around 9:40 a.m. when Fargo police were dispatched to the area near 45th Avenue and 47th Street South in response to a report of an unwanted male. Upon arrival,… Continue reading Fargo Man Arrested After Foot Chase and Burglary in South Fargo

Fargo Man Arrested for Alleged Midnight Assault, Faces Felony Charges

Brody Jerome Gray

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a disturbing incident, Brody Jerome Gray of Fargo is facing serious legal consequences after being charged with felony aggravated assault and domestic violence. The charges stem from an alleged attack on a woman at a Fargo residence just after midnight on August 24th. According to court documents, police were dispatched… Continue reading Fargo Man Arrested for Alleged Midnight Assault, Faces Felony Charges

Search For Missing Man Continues In Itasca County, Minnesota

Intensive Search for Missing St. Cloud Man in Itasca County Enters Sixth Day

ISTASCA COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – The search for 40-year-old Caleb Bolin of St. Cloud, Minnesota, continues in Itasca County as it enters its sixth day. Bolin was last seen on August 6th, and his pickup truck was found abandoned near the Marcell area by bear baiters. The Itasca County Sheriff’s Office, along with specialized teams from… Continue reading Search For Missing Man Continues In Itasca County, Minnesota

Fargo Man Charged with Felony Theft After Traffic Stop Reveals Stolen Credit Cards

James Joseph Caswell

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fargo man is facing a felony charge of Theft of Property after authorities allegedly found him in possession of stolen credit and debit cards during a traffic stop. James Joseph Caswell has been formally charged, according to court documents, following the incident on August 17th. Caswell was a passenger in… Continue reading Fargo Man Charged with Felony Theft After Traffic Stop Reveals Stolen Credit Cards

Tragic Drowning in Pine River: 54-Year-Old Man Found Dead After Evening Swim

Tragic Drowning in Pine River: 54-Year-Old Man Found Dead After Evening Swim

PINE RIVER, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A tragic incident occurred in Pine River, Minnesota, on Monday evening when a 54-year-old man drowned while swimming. According to Cass County Sheriff received a report of a missing adult male at 5:31 p.m. in the city of Pine River. The man had left a residence to swim in the… Continue reading Tragic Drowning in Pine River: 54-Year-Old Man Found Dead After Evening Swim

Thief River Falls Man Charged with Assaulting Family Member and Deputy

Cody M. Meekma

THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Cody M. Meekma of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, is facing serious criminal charges following an alleged violent altercation with a family member and a responding deputy. According to reports, Meekma assaulted a male family member by injuring his forehead, holding him on the ground, choking him, and taking away… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Charged with Assaulting Family Member and Deputy

Moorhead Man Faces Felony Charges After Alleged Assault on Woman

Moorhead Man Faces Felony Charges After Alleged Assault on Woman

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Moorhead, Minnesota man is facing serious legal consequences after being charged with felony assault for allegedly attacking a woman in the town. Leonard E. King has been charged with two felony counts: domestic assault with two or more prior convictions and another assault charge, according to court documents. The incident… Continue reading Moorhead Man Faces Felony Charges After Alleged Assault on Woman

Bismarck Man Arrested for Allegedly Assaulting 10-Year-Old Girl at State Capitol Grounds

Isiah Simms

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

Man Arrested & Charged With Damaging Cable-Internet Service In Fargo

Timothy Paul Windels

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fargo man has been arrested and charged after allegedly sabotaging internet and cable services at seven different locations across the city. Timothy Paul Windels, the suspect, was apprehended following a tip-off after Fargo police posted his photo on social media. According to court documents, Windels, who previously worked as an… Continue reading Man Arrested & Charged With Damaging Cable-Internet Service In Fargo

Felony Theft Charges Dismissed Against Frazee Contractor After New Evidence Emerges

Blake Andrew Sundvor

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Felony theft by swindle charges against Blake Andrew Sundvor, 41, of Frazee, have been dismissed in Becker County District Court after new evidence came to light. Sundvor was initially accused of taking $50,000 for a construction project in Becker County that he failed to complete. According to court records, Sundvor and… Continue reading Felony Theft Charges Dismissed Against Frazee Contractor After New Evidence Emerges

Bemidji Man Faces Additional Felony Theft Charge Amid Ongoing Robbery Case

Landon N. Lovejoy

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Bemidji man already facing a robbery charge has now been slapped with an additional felony theft charge. Landon N. Lovejoy admitted to authorities that he stole an eBike from an individual who was in jail and subsequently sold it to another party, according to the criminal complaint. Lovejoy, who is… Continue reading Bemidji Man Faces Additional Felony Theft Charge Amid Ongoing Robbery Case

Grand Forks Man Charged with Armed Robbery After Gas Station Heist Ends in Taser Arrest

Grand Forks Man Charged with Armed Robbery After Gas Station Heist Ends in Taser Arrest

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man, Thomas J. Hanks Jr., has been charged with multiple felonies following a robbery at a gas station last weekend. According to court documents, the incident occurred just before midnight on Friday at a station on Demers Avenue near I-29. Hanks attempted to leave without paying for… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Charged with Armed Robbery After Gas Station Heist Ends in Taser Arrest

Detroit Lakes Man Charged with Felony for Violating Multiple Protection Orders

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Craig Daniel Bellanger, 42, of Detroit Lakes, has been charged with felony attempted domestic abuse in Becker County District Court for violating two or more orders for protection within 10 years of a prior conviction. Details from the criminal complaint were not available online. Bellanger was released without bail on… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Charged with Felony for Violating Multiple Protection Orders

High-Speed Chase in Thief River Falls Leads to Multiple Charges for Raymond Man

High-Speed Chase in Thief River Falls Leads to Multiple Charges for Raymond Man

THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – An early Saturday morning pursuit in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, ended with multiple charges for Willhelm Bratsch of Raymond. The high-speed chase, which reached speeds of 70 mph, started after Bratsch reportedly drove through a property. The pursuit came to an end just before 4:00 a.m. near Muzzy Street… Continue reading High-Speed Chase in Thief River Falls Leads to Multiple Charges for Raymond Man

Sleeping Man in Legion Hall Puts Roosevelt, Minnesota on High Alert

Sleeping Man In Legion Puts Roosevelt, Minnesota On High Alert ROOSEVELT, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A man found sleeping in the Legion Hall put Roosevelt, Minnesota on high alert Sunday.

Cavalier Man Faces Rape Charges

Cavalier Man Charged With Rape CAVALIER, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Cavalier, North Dakota man has been charged with Gross Sexual Imposition.

Fargo Man Charged With Theft Of Property

James Joseph Caswell

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fargo man is facing a felony charge of Theft of Property after authorities allegedly found him in possession of stolen credit and debit cards during a traffic stop. James Joseph Caswell has been formally charged, according to court documents, following the incident on August 17th. Caswell was a passenger in… Continue reading Fargo Man Charged With Theft Of Property

Thief River Falls Man Charged, Alleged Assault Of Family Member & Deputy

Cody M. Meekma

THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Cody M. Meekma of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, is facing serious criminal charges following an alleged violent altercation with a family member and a responding deputy. According to reports, Meekma assaulted a male family member by injuring his forehead, holding him on the ground, choking him, and taking away… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Charged, Alleged Assault Of Family Member & Deputy

St. Paul Man Drowns After Canoe Capsizes in Northern Minnesota Lake

St. Paul Man Drowns in Aitkin County Canoe Accident on Wolf Lake

WOLF LAKE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 20-year-old man from St. Paul drowned on Saturday evening after a canoeing accident on Wolf Lake in Aitkin County, Minnesota. The Aitkin County Sheriff’s Office reported that deputies were called around 9 p.m. to Savanna Portage State Park, where the lake is located, following a report of a missing canoer.… Continue reading St. Paul Man Drowns After Canoe Capsizes in Northern Minnesota Lake

Minnesota Man Faces Felony Charges for Alleged Online Solicitation and Distribution of Sexual Material to a Minor

Da'Jon D. Matanah

CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 26-year-old man from Crookston, Minnesota, Da’Jon D. Matanah, is facing two serious felony charges after allegedly engaging in illicit conversations with a minor via the internet. According to court documents, he has been charged with soliciting child through electronic communications to engage in sexual conduct and distributing via electronic communications… Continue reading Minnesota Man Faces Felony Charges for Alleged Online Solicitation and Distribution of Sexual Material to a Minor

Fargo Man Arrested for Burglary and Meth Possession Near Davenport, ND

Fargo Man Arrested for Burglary and Meth Possession Near Davenport, ND

DAVENPORT, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Robert J. Nefzger Sr., a Fargo resident with an extensive criminal history, is facing serious felony charges following an early morning burglary on August 21st. According to court documents, Nefzger was spotted by two witnesses loading stolen property into his pickup truck in rural Davenport. He fled the scene but was… Continue reading Fargo Man Arrested for Burglary and Meth Possession Near Davenport, ND

Bemidji Man Charged with First-Degree Murder in 2021 Wisconsin Shooting

Bemidji Man Charged with First-Degree Murder in 2021 Wisconsin Shooting

SAWYER COUNTY, WI (trfnews.i234.me) – A murder charge has been filed today in Sawyer County, Wisconsin, against Manly McDermott, a native of Bemidji, Minnesota, for the March 2021 shooting death of Cary Elkin. Both McDermott and Elkin are originally from Bemidji. McDermott was named a suspect over two years ago after Elkin was found dead… Continue reading Bemidji Man Charged with First-Degree Murder in 2021 Wisconsin Shooting

Fargo Man Arrested for Burglary and Meth Possession Near Davenport, ND

Fargo Man Arrested for Burglary and Meth Possession Near Davenport, ND

DAVENPORT, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Robert J. Nefzger Sr., a Fargo resident with an extensive criminal history, is facing serious felony charges following an early morning burglary on August 21st. According to court documents, Nefzger was spotted by two witnesses loading stolen property into his pickup truck in rural Davenport. He fled the scene but was… Continue reading Fargo Man Arrested for Burglary and Meth Possession Near Davenport, ND

Ogema Man Gary Bruguier Sentenced for Assault and Police Chase in Becker County

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Gary Lee Bruguier, 45, of rural Ogema, was sentenced in Becker County District Court for third-degree assault and fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle, both felony charges. The sentencing followed an August 13, 2022, incident where Bruguier assaulted a man in Ogema, knocking him unconscious, and then led… Continue reading Ogema Man Gary Bruguier Sentenced for Assault and Police Chase in Becker County

Fargo Man Arrested After Multi-County Vehicle Theft Spree

Craig Vinton

CASSELTON, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A Fargo man, Craig Vinton, 32, is in custody following a string of vehicle thefts that spanned several counties in the region, leading to his arrest. The incident began early Wednesday when the Sheriff’s Office and Casselton Fire Department responded to a vehicle fire. The vehicle involved had been reported stolen… Continue reading Fargo Man Arrested After Multi-County Vehicle Theft Spree

Florida Man Working in Warroad, MN, Faces Felony Charge After Alleged Knife Threat

Avila S. Reycel

WARROAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Avila S. Reycel, a resident of West Palm Beach, Florida, and currently working in Warroad, Minnesota, is now facing a felony charge following a knife-threatening incident in the town. According to court documents, the incident occurred on August 17th at 1:13 a.m. when police were dispatched to McKenzie Street Northeast at… Continue reading Florida Man Working in Warroad, MN, Faces Felony Charge After Alleged Knife Threat

Fargo Man Charged with Two Felony Counts of Terrorizing After Disturbing Incident

Kenneth Alva Smith

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Kenneth Alva Smith of Fargo is facing two felony counts of terrorizing following a series of alarming threats made on August 19th. According to court documents, police were dispatched to a Fargo residence after receiving reports of a disturbance. Neighbors reported that Smith was walking around the neighborhood carrying a can… Continue reading Fargo Man Charged with Two Felony Counts of Terrorizing After Disturbing Incident

Crookston Man Facing Internet Sex Charges

Da'Jon D. Matanah

CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 26-year-old man from Crookston, Minnesota, Da’Jon D. Matanah, is facing two serious felony charges after allegedly engaging in illicit conversations with a minor via the internet. According to court documents, he has been charged with soliciting child through electronic communications to engage in sexual conduct and distributing via electronic communications… Continue reading Crookston Man Facing Internet Sex Charges

Fargo Man Charged with Two Felony Terrorizing Counts After Threatening Neighbors

Kenneth Alva Smith

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Kenneth Alva Smith of Fargo is facing two felony counts of terrorizing following a series of alarming threats made on August 19th. According to court documents, police were dispatched to a Fargo residence after receiving reports of a disturbance. Neighbors reported that Smith was walking around the neighborhood carrying a can… Continue reading Fargo Man Charged with Two Felony Terrorizing Counts After Threatening Neighbors

Florida Man in Warroad Faces Felony Charge After Knife Threat Incident

Avila S. Reycel

WARROAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Avila S. Reycel, a resident of West Palm Beach, Florida, and currently working in Warroad, Minnesota, is now facing a felony charge following a knife-threatening incident in the town. According to court documents, the incident occurred on August 17th at 1:13 a.m. when police were dispatched to McKenzie Street Northeast at… Continue reading Florida Man in Warroad Faces Felony Charge After Knife Threat Incident

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

Lake Park Man Faces Felony Charges for Issuing Dishonored Check and Theft

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Bruce Lee Johnson, 55, of Lake Park, has been charged in Becker County District Court with felony issuing a dishonored check and felony theft. The charges stem from an incident on August 18, 2023, where Johnson allegedly rented a trailer from Swanson’s Rental using a check for $1,000 written on… Continue reading Lake Park Man Faces Felony Charges for Issuing Dishonored Check and Theft

Grand Forks Man Sentenced to 4 Years for Drug Trafficking in Polk County

Jacob Gabriel Brunelle

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jacob Gabriel Brunelle, 28, of Grand Forks, has been sentenced to 48 months in prison for second-degree sale of a controlled substance in Polk County. The sentence was handed down on Tuesday, August 20, following Brunelle’s guilty plea to the felony, which had been reduced from a first-degree charge earlier… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Sentenced to 4 Years for Drug Trafficking in Polk County

Fargo Man Charged with Felony Forgery After Cashing Fraudulent Check in Detroit Lakes

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Adrian Jay Hawkman, 40, of Fargo, is facing felony check forgery charges in Becker County District Court. The charges stem from an incident on May 2nd when Hawkman allegedly cashed a forged check for $3,868.41 at the American National Bank in Detroit Lakes. According to court records, bank staff grew… Continue reading Fargo Man Charged with Felony Forgery After Cashing Fraudulent Check in Detroit Lakes

Ponsford Man Indicted for Aggravated Sexual Abuse of a Minor on White Earth Reservation

Joseph Schultz

MINNEAPOLIS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Joseph Schultz, 42, of Ponsford, has been indicted on charges of aggravated sexual abuse and abusive sexual contact involving a minor under the age of 12 on the White Earth Indian Reservation. According to court documents, the alleged abuse occurred between October 1, 2023, and December 31, 2023, within the boundaries… Continue reading Ponsford Man Indicted for Aggravated Sexual Abuse of a Minor on White Earth Reservation

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 Assault and Terrorizing After Alleged Attack

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 Alleged Attack

Fargo Man Charged with Felony Theft and Assault After Fleeing Police

Fargo Man Charged with Felony Theft and Assault After Fleeing Police

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Levi Larteh, a Fargo resident, is facing multiple criminal charges, including felony theft of property, misdemeanor simple assault, and refusal to halt. According to court documents, the incident unfolded on August 20th when police were called to investigate a report of Larteh allegedly assaulting a maintenance man in an apartment complex.… Continue reading Fargo Man Charged with Felony Theft and Assault After Fleeing Police

Fargo Man Charged with Felony Theft and Assault After Fleeing Police

Fargo Man Charged with Felony Theft and Assault After Fleeing Police

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Levi Larteh, a Fargo resident, is facing multiple criminal charges, including felony theft of property, misdemeanor simple assault, and refusal to halt. According to court documents, the incident unfolded on August 20th when police were called to investigate a report of Larteh allegedly assaulting a maintenance man in an apartment complex.… Continue reading Fargo Man Charged with Felony Theft and Assault After Fleeing Police

Fargo Man Charged with Felony Theft After Allegedly Stealing $1,400 During Odd Jobs

Jonathan Peoples

CASS COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Jonathan Peoples, a Fargo resident, is now facing serious criminal charges after allegedly stealing $1,400 in cash while performing odd jobs at a Cass County home. According to court documents, the victim reported the missing cash after hiring Peoples for various tasks around the property. During the investigation, Peoples allegedly provided… Continue reading Fargo Man Charged with Felony Theft After Allegedly Stealing $1,400 During Odd Jobs

Fargo Man Charged with Felony Theft After Stealing $1,400 During Odd Jobs

Jonathan Peoples

CASS COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Jonathan Peoples, a Fargo resident, is now facing serious criminal charges after allegedly stealing $1,400 in cash while performing odd jobs at a Cass County home. According to court documents, the victim reported the missing cash after hiring Peoples for various tasks around the property. During the investigation, Peoples allegedly provided… Continue reading Fargo Man Charged with Felony Theft After Stealing $1,400 During Odd Jobs

Fargo Man Arrested for Violating Protection Order: Found Hiding in Woman’s Closet

Edwin Manzano

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Edwin Manzano of Fargo is facing serious legal charges after allegedly violating a protection order and being found hiding in a woman’s closet. According to court documents, the incident occurred on August 20th at 11:28 a.m., when Fargo officers were dispatched following a report of a protection order violation. The female… Continue reading Fargo Man Arrested for Violating Protection Order: Found Hiding in Woman’s Closet

Fargo Man Arrested for Violating Protection Order: Found Hiding in Closet

Edwin Manzano

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Edwin Manzano of Fargo is facing serious legal charges after allegedly violating a protection order and being found hiding in a woman’s closet. According to court documents, the incident occurred on August 20th at 11:28 a.m., when Fargo officers were dispatched following a report of a protection order violation. The female… Continue reading Fargo Man Arrested for Violating Protection Order: Found Hiding in Closet

Fargo Woman Charged with Felony Terrorizing After Allegedly Chasing Man with Knife

Johnique Lewis

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fargo woman, Johnique Lewis, is facing a felony charge of terrorizing domestic violence after a harrowing incident involving a knife. According to court documents, police responded to a domestic disturbance at a Fargo residence on August 20th. The male victim reported that Lewis had allegedly chased him with a knife,… Continue reading Fargo Woman Charged with Felony Terrorizing After Allegedly Chasing Man with Knife

Fargo Woman Charged with Felony Terrorizing After Knife Incident

Johnique Lewis

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fargo woman, Johnique Lewis, is facing a felony charge of terrorizing domestic violence after a harrowing incident involving a knife. According to court documents, police responded to a domestic disturbance at a Fargo residence on August 20th. The male victim reported that Lewis had allegedly chased him with a knife,… Continue reading Fargo Woman Charged with Felony Terrorizing After Knife Incident

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

Jamestown Man Charged With 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 Terrorizing In West Fargo

Detroit Lakes Man Sentenced to 12 Years for Child Sexual Abuse and Child Pornography

Nicholas Christopher Honer

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Nicholas Christopher Honer, 48, of Detroit Lakes, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison after being convicted of felony first-degree criminal sexual conduct and possession of child pornography. As part of a plea agreement, three additional charges of criminal sexual conduct and a second possession charge were dropped. The… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Sentenced to 12 Years for Child Sexual Abuse and Child Pornography

Cass Lake Man Charged with Murder After Fatal Chokehold on Brother

Arthur Jones

BELTRAMI CO., Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — Authorities have provided new details regarding a tragic domestic incident near Bemidji, Minnesota, over the weekend. Arthur Jones, 48, of Cass Lake, is accused of strangling his brother to death early Saturday morning. When officers arrived on the scene, Jones reportedly told them, “he’s already dead,” while holding his brother… Continue reading Cass Lake Man Charged with Murder After Fatal Chokehold on Brother

Thief River Falls Man Receives 45-Year Prison Sentence in Child Sex Abuse Case

Thief River Falls Man Sentenced To 45-Years Prison In Child Sex Case THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Thief River Falls, Minnesota man has been sentenced to 45-years in prison for a child sex case.

Tragic Incident: Man, 40, Dies After Being Trapped in Home’s Air Duct

HORRIBLE ACCIDENT: (40) Man Dies Stuck In Home's Air Duct DENT, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Department says a rural Dent, Minnesota man, apparently died after becoming stuck in his home’s air duct.

Deer Creek Man Charged with Felony After Violent Assault in Park Rapids

Deer Creek Man Charged with Felony After Violent Assault in Park Rapids

PARK RAPIDS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Shane M. Garner of Deer Creek, Minnesota, is now facing both felony and misdemeanor assault charges following a brutal incident in Park Rapids. According to the criminal complaint, on July 28th, at 3:37 a.m., police responded to a call in the 300 block of Third Street East, where a man… Continue reading Deer Creek Man Charged with Felony After Violent Assault in Park Rapids

Cass Lake Man Arrested After Bizarre Break-In and ATV Theft South of Detroit Lakes

Cass Lake Man Arrested After Bizarre Break-In and ATV Theft South of Detroit Lakes

BECKER COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a peculiar incident in Lake View Township, Becker County, Minnesota, James L. Tejohn of Cass Lake has been arrested and charged with multiple crimes. On August 18th, a woman reported that an unknown man entered her home, claiming he was there to check on her. The man, later identified… Continue reading Cass Lake Man Arrested After Bizarre Break-In and ATV Theft South of Detroit Lakes

Fargo Man Faces Burglary Charge

Burglary Charge In Fargo FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A female suspect is facing criminal charges, after an apartment was broken into and cards went missing.

Park Rapids Man Charged with Felony After Allegedly Pulling Knife in Bicycle Road Rage Incident

Park Rapids Man Charged with Felony After Allegedly Pulling Knife in Bicycle Road Rage Incident

PARK RAPIDS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 31-year-old man from Park Rapids, Minnesota, Robert W. McGrath, is facing a felony charge of Threats of Violence following an alleged road rage incident on August 20th. The confrontation occurred at the intersection of Lawrence Street and Main Avenue North when McGrath was riding his bicycle in the middle… Continue reading Park Rapids Man Charged with Felony After Allegedly Pulling Knife in Bicycle Road Rage Incident

Goodridge Man Charged with Crimes in Thief River Falls

Goodridge Man Facing Criminal Charges In Thief River Falls THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Goodridge, Minnesota man is facing drug charges in Thief River Falls.

Fatal Rollover Crash Claims Life of Greenbush Man

Fatal Rollover Crash Claims Life of Greenbush Man

GREENBUSH, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – The Minnesota State Patrol has identified the victim of a fatal rollover crash that occurred Wednesday morning in Greenbush, Minnesota. At around 8 a.m., 73-year-old Jerel Arthur Killen was driving a Dodge Ram pickup eastbound on Highway 11 near the intersection of 200th Street when the vehicle left the roadway and… Continue reading Fatal Rollover Crash Claims Life of Greenbush Man

Bizarre Behavior in Fargo Leads to Felony Charges for Local Man

Bizarre Behavior in Fargo Leads to Felony Charges for Local Man

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Michael W. Sattler of Fargo is facing a felony charge after an incident on August 15th where he exhibited strange behavior in the 1500 Block of 19th Avenue North. Sattler was reportedly causing a disturbance at a nearby motel, leading to his removal from the premises. Following this, he was seen… Continue reading Bizarre Behavior in Fargo Leads to Felony Charges for Local Man

🚨 Frazee Man Claims Self-Defense in Fatal Shooting of Detroit Lakes Resident 🚨

Willis Charles McDonald

DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Willis Charles McDonald, 31, of Frazee, Minnesota, is facing charges of first-degree manslaughter and second-degree murder following the fatal shooting of Arlan Ray Bergstrom Jr., 31, of Detroit Lakes. McDonald’s attorney, Blair W. Nelson, insists that the shooting was an act of self-defense, a claim made during a court hearing on… Continue reading 🚨 Frazee Man Claims Self-Defense in Fatal Shooting of Detroit Lakes Resident 🚨

Teen Romance Turns Deadly: Moorhead Man Confesses to Stabbing Ex-Girlfriend 13 Times

Teen Romance Turns Deadly: Moorhead Man Confesses to Stabbing Ex-Girlfriend 13 Times

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a shocking confession, 18-year-old Isaac Arndt admitted to police that he brutally stabbed 14-year-old Jaelynn Nicole Walker 13 times in a fatal altercation in Moorhead, Minnesota. Charged with second-degree murder, Arndt reported to the Clay County Law Enforcement Center late Monday night, initially claiming he and Walker were attacked by… Continue reading Teen Romance Turns Deadly: Moorhead Man Confesses to Stabbing Ex-Girlfriend 13 Times

Tragedy Strikes at Kitchi Lake: 30-Year-Old Man Dies After Diving into Shallow Water

Tragedy Strikes at Kitchi Lake: 30-Year-Old Man Dies After Diving into Shallow Water

BELTRAMI COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A tragic incident occurred on Tuesday, August 20th, at Kitchi Lake in Beltrami County, Minnesota, when a 30-year-old man lost his life after diving into shallow water. The Beltrami County Sheriff’s Department responded to a report that the man was unresponsive after jumping from a dock into the lake. Despite… Continue reading Tragedy Strikes at Kitchi Lake: 30-Year-Old Man Dies After Diving into Shallow Water

Young Man Dies, Dive Into Shallow Water In Beltrami County, Minnesota

Tragedy Strikes at Kitchi Lake: 30-Year-Old Man Dies After Diving into Shallow Water

BELTRAMI COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A tragic incident occurred on Tuesday, August 20th, at Kitchi Lake in Beltrami County, Minnesota, when a 30-year-old man lost his life after diving into shallow water. The Beltrami County Sheriff’s Department responded to a report that the man was unresponsive after jumping from a dock into the lake. Despite… Continue reading Young Man Dies, Dive Into Shallow Water In Beltrami County, Minnesota

Teen Girl Found Dead Near Red River; Fargo Man Arrested in Connection

Teen Girl Found Dead Near Red River; Fargo Man Arrested in Connection

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – The body of 14-year-old Jaelyn Nichole Walker was discovered early Tuesday morning, August 20, on the banks of the Red River. Moorhead Police, who were searching for Walker after she was reported missing just after midnight, found her in the area of Sixth Avenue and Elm Street South. Eighteen-year-old Isaac Arndt,… Continue reading Teen Girl Found Dead Near Red River; Fargo Man Arrested in Connection

🚨 Thief River Falls Man Pleads Guilty to First-Degree Assault After Striking Motorcyclist Twice 🚨

Paul Gregory Piche

PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Paul Gregory Piche, 37, of Thief River Falls, has pleaded guilty to first-degree assault following a violent encounter on May 23, 2022, where he struck a motorcyclist twice with his pickup truck. Originally charged with attempted second-degree murder and other felonies, Piche entered a Norgaard plea, acknowledging enough evidence for… Continue reading 🚨 Thief River Falls Man Pleads Guilty to First-Degree Assault After Striking Motorcyclist Twice 🚨

🚨 Virginia, MN Man Charged After Knife Attack and Puppy Abduction 🚨

Jordan Lee Raati

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 🚨

🚨 Fargo Man Arrested on Multiple Felony Charges Following Drug and Theft Bust 🚨

Michael Moran

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Michael Moran of Fargo is facing several felony charges after a witness reported him engaging in drug activity on August 18th. The incident occurred on the 900 block of 6th Avenue North in Fargo, where a witness saw Moran outside a vehicle allegedly doing drugs. When officers arrived and searched the… Continue reading 🚨 Fargo Man Arrested on Multiple Felony Charges Following Drug and Theft Bust 🚨

Tragic Loss: Devoted Churchgoer Killed Outside West Fargo Church

Austin Strom

WEST FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Early Saturday morning, tragedy struck outside Prairie Heights Community Church in West Fargo when 25-year-old Austin Strom was shot during an altercation involving three people. The incident occurred at 7:48 a.m., and police are still investigating the circumstances. Austin’s mother, Robin Strom, shared that her son had recently moved back… Continue reading Tragic Loss: Devoted Churchgoer Killed Outside West Fargo Church

Repeat Offender: Drayton Man Faces New Felony Charges After High-Speed Chase Ends in Grand Forks

Shawn Bjerke

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Shawn Bjerke of Drayton, North Dakota, is facing a new series of felony charges following a high-speed chase that took place on Sunday night. The pursuit, which began in Traill County and ended in Grand Forks, resulted in significant damage to several law enforcement vehicles before Bjerke was apprehended. He… Continue reading Repeat Offender: Drayton Man Faces New Felony Charges After High-Speed Chase Ends in Grand Forks

UPDATE: Drayton Man Charged Again, And Again…

Shawn Bjerke

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Shawn Bjerke of Drayton, North Dakota, is facing a new series of felony charges following a high-speed chase that took place on Sunday night. The pursuit, which began in Traill County and ended in Grand Forks, resulted in significant damage to several law enforcement vehicles before Bjerke was apprehended. He… Continue reading UPDATE: Drayton Man Charged Again, And Again…

Roseau Man Charged with Felony After Allegedly Threatening Ex-Girlfriend with Axe

Bradley Beam

ROSEAU, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 22-year-old man, Bradley Beam, is facing felony assault and misdemeanor domestic assault charges after allegedly threatening his ex-girlfriend with an axe in Roseau, Minnesota. On August 9th, police responded to an apartment complex following a report of a man wielding an axe and threatening a woman. When officers arrived, they… Continue reading Roseau Man Charged with Felony After Allegedly Threatening Ex-Girlfriend with Axe

Midnight Bicycle Stop Leads to Trio of Felony Charges for Fargo Man

Leotis McGee Jr.

WEST FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Leotis McGee Jr. of Fargo is now facing a trio of felony charges after a routine stop in West Fargo turned into a serious legal situation. On August 19th, at 1:18 a.m., McGee was stopped by a West Fargo officer for riding a bicycle without a headlight. During the stop,… Continue reading Midnight Bicycle Stop Leads to Trio of Felony Charges for Fargo Man

Jeffrey Alan Brouse Gets Stay of Adjudication For Assaulting A Man in his Business

Jeffrey Alan Brouse

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – 53-year-old Jeffrey Alan Brouse of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, is facing a felony charge of threats of violence and misdemeanor assault, according to court documents. The incident occurred at the Schooner Bar in Thief River on December 3rd. An employee had just opened the bar at noon when Jeffrey… Continue reading Jeffrey Alan Brouse Gets Stay of Adjudication For Assaulting A Man in his Business

Bemidji Man Charged with Felony Terroristic Threats After Violent Outburst

Robert Ray Johnson

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Robert Ray Johnson of Bemidji is facing a felony charge of terroristic threats and a misdemeanor charge of damage to property following a violent incident on August 14th. Deputies were called to the Pine Valley Mobile Home Park, west of Bemidji, in response to reports of an intoxicated individual causing destruction… Continue reading Bemidji Man Charged with Felony Terroristic Threats After Violent Outburst

Bemidji Man Charged With Terroristic Threats

Robert Ray Johnson

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Robert Ray Johnson of Bemidji is facing a felony charge of terroristic threats and a misdemeanor charge of damage to property following a violent incident on August 14th. Deputies were called to the Pine Valley Mobile Home Park, west of Bemidji, in response to reports of an intoxicated individual causing destruction… Continue reading Bemidji Man Charged With Terroristic Threats

Grafton Man Faces Felony Stalking Charge for Violating No-Contact Order

Craig Thomas Cudmore

GRAFTON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Craig Thomas Cudmore of Grafton, North Dakota, is now facing a felony charge of stalking after repeatedly violating a no-contact order against him. Court documents reveal that between June and July 31st of this year, Cudmore made multiple unwanted contacts with the adult victim, despite a prior offense. The latest allegations… Continue reading Grafton Man Faces Felony Stalking Charge for Violating No-Contact Order

Homeless Man Arrested After High-Speed Pursuit from Minnesota to North Dakota

Homeless Man Arrested After High-Speed Pursuit from Minnesota to North Dakota

CASS COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A homeless man, 30-year-old Dustin Powell, was arrested and is now in the Cass County Jail in Fargo following a high-speed pursuit on Sunday night. According to Sergeant Ski of the North Dakota Highway Patrol, the incident began at 9:40 p.m. when authorities attempted to stop a stolen Audi that… Continue reading Homeless Man Arrested After High-Speed Pursuit from Minnesota to North Dakota

Fargo Man Faces Felony Charge After Brutal Baseball Bat Attack

Lonnie Herron

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Lonnie Herron of Fargo, North Dakota, is now facing a felony aggravated assault charge following a violent altercation on August 6. According to court documents, officers were dispatched to the 400 block of Broadway North, where they discovered two men engaged in a fight. Surveillance footage reviewed by the authorities revealed… Continue reading Fargo Man Faces Felony Charge After Brutal Baseball Bat Attack

UPDATE: Man Charged With Murdering Brother By Strangulation Near Cass Lake, Minnesota

Arthur James Jones

CASS LAKE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a shocking update to a tragic incident north of Cass Lake, Minnesota, Arthur James Jones has been charged with second-degree murder following the strangulation death of his brother early Saturday morning. According to the statement of probable cause, Beltrami County dispatch received an emergency call at 4:36 a.m., reporting… Continue reading UPDATE: Man Charged With Murdering Brother By Strangulation Near Cass Lake, Minnesota

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

East Grand Forks Man Faces Charges for Violent Threats

Threats Of Violence Charge In East Grand Forks EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) An East Grand Forks man who was allegedly in possession of a sub-machine gun is facing a felony Threats of Violence charge.

Bismarck man out on bond severely beats neighbor, assaults woman, resists arrest

BISMARCK, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A 33-year-old Bismarck man, out on bond for less than four hours, launched a vicious attack on a woman and severely beat a neighbor who intervened. Bismarck Police responded Thursday night to a chaotic scene in a residential area where they found a 43-year-old man unconscious and bleeding from a head wound.… Continue reading Bismarck man out on bond severely beats neighbor, assaults woman, resists arrest

St. Cloud Man Sentenced to 74 Years for Deadly 2022 Quadruple Shooting

Bryant Garth II

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

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

Wally Amos, the Man Behind Famous Amos Cookies, Passes Away at 88

Wally Amos

Wallace “Wally” Amos, the beloved creator of the Famous Amos cookie brand and a passionate advocate for literacy, has died at the age of 88. Amos, known for his infectious charisma and love of cookies, founded the Famous Amos cookie empire, a brand that became a household name for its delicious chocolate chip cookies. Despite… Continue reading Wally Amos, the Man Behind Famous Amos Cookies, Passes Away at 88

Bismarck Man Released on Bond Launches Brutal Attack, Faces Attempted Murder Charges

Jeremy Krueger-Grinnell

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

West Fargo Church Mourns Loss of Young Man Killed in Saturday Morning Shooting

Austin Strom

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

BREAKING NEWS: SWAT Arrests Fargo Man Early Sunday Morning

SWAT Team Ends Fargo Standoff: Suspect Arrested After Assaulting Two

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A tense standoff in Fargo ended early Sunday morning with the arrest of a 35-year-old man after he assaulted two individuals late Saturday night. The incident began at 11:21 p.m. when Fargo police were alerted to an assault at a home on Mon Carlo Drive. Both victims managed to escape before… Continue reading BREAKING NEWS: SWAT Arrests Fargo Man Early Sunday Morning

SWAT Team Arrests Fargo Man After Violent Assault and Standoff

SWAT Team Ends Fargo Standoff: Suspect Arrested After Assaulting Two

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fargo man is in custody after a tense standoff that began late Saturday night and ended early Sunday morning. The incident started around 11:21 p.m. when Fargo police received a report of a man physically assaulting two individuals at a home on Mon Carlo Drive. Both victims managed to escape… Continue reading SWAT Team Arrests Fargo Man After Violent Assault and Standoff

BREAKING NEWS: SWAT Arrests Fargo Man Early Sunday Morning

SWAT Team Ends Fargo Standoff: Suspect Arrested After Assaulting Two

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fargo man is in custody after a tense standoff that began late Saturday night and ended early Sunday morning. The incident started around 11:21 p.m. when Fargo police received a report of a man physically assaulting two individuals at a home on Mon Carlo Drive. Both victims managed to escape… Continue reading BREAKING NEWS: SWAT Arrests Fargo Man Early Sunday Morning

BREAKING NEWS: SWAT Arrests Fargo Man Early Sunday Morning

SWAT Team Arrests Fargo Man After Standoff Following Violent Assault

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fargo man is in custody following a tense standoff that began late Saturday night and ended early Sunday morning. The incident started around 11:21 p.m. when Fargo police received reports of an assault at a home on Mon Carlo Drive. Two adults were physically attacked, but managed to escape before… Continue reading BREAKING NEWS: SWAT Arrests Fargo Man Early Sunday Morning

SWAT Team Arrests Fargo Man After Standoff Following Violent Assault

SWAT Team Arrests Fargo Man After Standoff Following Violent Assault

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fargo man is in custody following a tense standoff that began late Saturday night and ended early Sunday morning. The incident started around 11:21 p.m. when Fargo police received reports of an assault at a home on Mon Carlo Drive. Two adults were physically attacked, but managed to escape before… Continue reading SWAT Team Arrests Fargo Man After Standoff Following Violent Assault

Grand Forks man to serve 15 years for gross sexual imposition, child abuse – Grand Forks Herald

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man, Marcus Arlo Hoffmann, 33, was sentenced on Thursday, August 15, to 20 years in prison, with five years suspended, for committing Class A felony gross sexual imposition and Class C felony child abuse. The case began in early September 2023 when Hoffmann was reported for assaulting… Continue reading Grand Forks man to serve 15 years for gross sexual imposition, child abuse – Grand Forks Herald

Missing Redwood County Man Found Dead in Grain Bin, Investigation Underway

Lamberton, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Redwood County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating a tragic incident after a missing man was found deceased in a grain bin early Monday morning. Deputies were en route to a Lamberton residence to assist in the search for the missing individual when they were informed that the man had been located inside… Continue reading Missing Redwood County Man Found Dead in Grain Bin, Investigation Underway

Grand Forks Man Busted with Nearly 15 Pounds of Meth Faces 20 Years in Prison

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man, Walter Dane Carlson, 60, is staring down a potential 20-year prison sentence after authorities discovered nearly 15 pounds of methamphetamine in his Belmont Road home. On Monday, August 12, the Grand Forks Narcotics Task Force, along with the Pine to Prairie Drug Task Force, executed a… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Busted with Nearly 15 Pounds of Meth Faces 20 Years in Prison

Dilworth Man Charged with Felony Rape in Moorhead: DNA Evidence and Text Confession Unveil Crime

Braden John Radeck

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Braden John Radeck, a 19-year-old from Dilworth, Minnesota, has been charged with felony third-degree criminal sexual conduct after allegedly raping a woman at her Moorhead apartment in May of last year. According to the criminal complaint, the victim reported that while she was drinking, Radeck forcibly pulled down her pants and… Continue reading Dilworth Man Charged with Felony Rape in Moorhead: DNA Evidence and Text Confession Unveil Crime

Fargo Man Charged with Felony Burglary After Caught Red-Handed in Apartment Garage

Christopher C. Cannata

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Christopher C. Cannata of Fargo is facing felony burglary charges after being caught inside a woman’s apartment complex garage. According to court documents, on August 10th, the female victim discovered Cannata and an unidentified male inside her garage. The woman noticed that a floor jack and flashlight were missing but was… Continue reading Fargo Man Charged with Felony Burglary After Caught Red-Handed in Apartment Garage

Fargo Man Charged With Robbery In East Grand Forks

Justin Nojang

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – An 18-year-old Fargo man, Justin Nojang, is facing serious charges after a late-night robbery in East Grand Forks. According to court documents, just before midnight on August 12th, a male victim was walking home from a friend’s apartment at Brentwood Apartments when he was confronted by Nojang and another… Continue reading Fargo Man Charged With Robbery In East Grand Forks

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

Fargo Man Barricades Himself in Woman’s Apartment After Break-In, Faces Felony Charges

Zakariya Abdikarim

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Zakariya Abdikarim of Fargo is now facing serious criminal charges after a dramatic incident on August 7th. According to court documents, Abdikarim allegedly broke into a woman’s apartment, causing $200 in damages. When multiple officers responded to the disturbance, Abdikarim barricaded himself inside the apartment, refusing to come out. Police were… Continue reading Fargo Man Barricades Himself in Woman’s Apartment After Break-In, Faces Felony Charges

Grand Forks Man Charged with Burglary and Assault After Breaking into Woman’s Home

Kenneth Nwanjo

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A 38-year-old Grand Forks man, Kenneth Nwanjo, is facing serious criminal charges after allegedly breaking into a woman’s home and attacking her. According to the criminal complaint, Nwanjo, who was in a dating relationship with the victim, crawled through her window in the early hours of August 10th after she… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Charged with Burglary and Assault After Breaking into Woman’s Home

Elderly Man and Juvenile Injured in Marshall County Two-Vehicle Collision

Marshall County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Two people were injured in a two-vehicle crash Tuesday evening in Marshall County. The Minnesota State Patrol reported that 81-year-old Richard Wayne Jorde of Thief River Falls sustained injuries when his 2022 Ford Maverick collided with a northbound Chevrolet Suburban on Highway 59 in Excel Township. A young passenger in… Continue reading Elderly Man and Juvenile Injured in Marshall County Two-Vehicle Collision

Traffic Stop Leads to Major Drug Bust: Fargo Man Found with Meth and Fentanyl

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A routine traffic stop on I-29 led to a significant drug bust, landing a Fargo man in Grand Forks County custody. On Monday, August 12, a sheriff’s deputy pulled over a black Cadillac for failing to signal a lane change and noticed it lacked proper registration. The driver, 55-year-old Todd… Continue reading Traffic Stop Leads to Major Drug Bust: Fargo Man Found with Meth and Fentanyl

Fargo Man Charged in Connection to Vehicle Break-Ins

Jerry Demery

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Jerry Demery of Fargo is facing multiple charges after being linked to recent vehicle break-ins. According to court documents, officers responded to a possible burglary in progress on August 6th and found Demery sitting in a truck. He claimed he was checking on friends at the property, but police discovered he… Continue reading Fargo Man Charged in Connection to Vehicle Break-Ins

💰 Texas Man Held on $1.5 Million Bond for Allegedly Scamming Elderly Minnesota Woman Out of $136,000 in Cash and Gold

Mutahir Ahmed Khan

MARSHALL COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 23-year-old McKinney, Texas, man, Mutahir Ahmed Khan, is being held on a $1.5 million bond after allegedly swindling an elderly Marshall County woman out of $136,000. Khan, who faces up to 20 years in prison for two felony theft charges, reportedly convinced the victim to send cash hidden in… Continue reading 💰 Texas Man Held on $1.5 Million Bond for Allegedly Scamming Elderly Minnesota Woman Out of $136,000 in Cash and Gold

Late-Night Moorhead Stabbing Leaves Man Critically Injured, Female Suspect on the Run

Late-Night Moorhead Stabbing Leaves Man Critically Injured, Female Suspect on the Run

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Authorities are investigating a violent stabbing that occurred late Thursday night in Moorhead, Minnesota. According to initial reports, a man was stabbed in the neck by a female suspect on the 1800 block of 20th Street South. Emergency radio traffic from around 10:45 p.m. indicated that the suspect fled the scene… Continue reading Late-Night Moorhead Stabbing Leaves Man Critically Injured, Female Suspect on the Run

Moorhead Man Charged With Sex Crimes Involving Juveniles

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 Charged With Sex Crimes Involving Juveniles

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

Fargo Man Sentenced to 40 Years for Role in Deadly 2020 Drive-By Shooting

Joshua Brooks

FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Joshua Brooks, a Fargo man involved in a fatal 2020 drive-by shooting, has been sentenced to 40 years in prison. Brooks, who pleaded guilty to being an accomplice to murder, will be eligible for parole after serving 23 years and six months. The incident occurred in August 2020, when Santino Marial… Continue reading Fargo Man Sentenced to 40 Years for Role in Deadly 2020 Drive-By Shooting

Court Orders Mental Evaluation for Grand Forks Man Accused of Cold-Blooded Barroom Murder

Nicholas Jon Narveson

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a dramatic turn of events, Nicholas Jon Narveson, a 27-year-old Grand Forks man accused of a fatal shooting, has been ordered to undergo a psychological and criminal responsibility evaluation before his case can proceed. Narveson, who is being held on a $1 million bond, appeared in court on Monday,… Continue reading Court Orders Mental Evaluation for Grand Forks Man Accused of Cold-Blooded Barroom Murder

🚨 Grand Forks Man Charged with Felony Terrorizing and Domestic Violence After Violent Assault

Sanjay Yakha

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Sanjay Yakha of Grand Forks is facing multiple serious charges after a violent incident on August 12th. Yakha has been charged with two felony counts of terrorizing, felony child neglect, and misdemeanor domestic violence. According to court documents, the charges stem from an assault where Yakha allegedly slapped, kicked, and… Continue reading 🚨 Grand Forks Man Charged with Felony Terrorizing and Domestic Violence After Violent Assault

🚨 Arvilla Man Charged with Trespass and Assault After Violent Confrontation in Grand Forks

Austin Skow

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Austin Skow of Arvilla, North Dakota, is facing serious legal trouble after a violent incident in Grand Forks. According to court documents, Skow has been charged with felony Criminal Trespass and misdemeanor Simple Assault. The charges stem from an altercation on August 4th, when Skow allegedly entered his ex-girlfriend’s apartment… Continue reading 🚨 Arvilla Man Charged with Trespass and Assault After Violent Confrontation in Grand Forks

🚨 Grand Forks Man Charged with Felony After High-Speed, Drunken Joyride

🚨 Grand Forks Man Charged with Felony After High-Speed, Drunken Joyride

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Austin L. Young of Grand Forks is in serious legal trouble after a reckless high-speed drive on Gateway Drive on August 11th. Young, who was clocked by a deputy at 77 miles per hour, was seen dangerously swerving between lanes and nearly colliding with two other vehicles. When pulled over,… Continue reading 🚨 Grand Forks Man Charged with Felony After High-Speed, Drunken Joyride

🚨 Second Suspect Nabbed in Moorhead Shootout: Fargo Man Arrested

UPDATE: Father & Son Now Both Charged In Moorhead Shooting

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Authorities have made a significant breakthrough in the Moorhead shootout investigation with the arrest of a second suspect. The Metro Street Crimes Task Force apprehended 24-year-old Markees Dempsey of Fargo in connection to the violent incident that occurred on August 7 in the 1000 block of 14th Street South, just south… Continue reading 🚨 Second Suspect Nabbed in Moorhead Shootout: Fargo Man Arrested

Fort Totten Man’s Desperate Escape Attempt Adds to Felony Charges After Standoff

Collin Wade Posey

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Collin Wade Posey, a 32-year-old man from Fort Totten, is now facing additional charges after allegedly attempting to escape custody following his arrest after a tense standoff with Grand Forks law enforcement. Posey, already charged with multiple Class C felonies, including escaping a felony arrest and possessing contraband useful for… Continue reading Fort Totten Man’s Desperate Escape Attempt Adds to Felony Charges After Standoff

🚨 Moorhead Man Charged with Felony After Bizarre Break-In at Fargo Woman’s Apartment

Austin Helland

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a frightening incident, Austin Helland of Moorhead is facing a felony Criminal Trespass charge after allegedly entering a Fargo woman’s bedroom in the early hours of August 12th. The woman, who was asleep in her bed, awoke just after 1:00 a.m. to find Helland attempting to pet her barking dog.… Continue reading 🚨 Moorhead Man Charged with Felony After Bizarre Break-In at Fargo Woman’s Apartment

1 AM, Fargo Woman Finds Man In Bedroom Doorway

Austin Helland

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a frightening incident, Austin Helland of Moorhead is facing a felony Criminal Trespass charge after allegedly entering a Fargo woman’s bedroom in the early hours of August 12th. The woman, who was asleep in her bed, awoke just after 1:00 a.m. to find Helland attempting to pet her barking dog.… Continue reading 1 AM, Fargo Woman Finds Man In Bedroom Doorway

Viking Man Caught Shoplifting Trading Cards Three Days in a Row at Walmart

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On July 26, police responded to a report from Walmart employees attempting to stop a shoplifter. The suspect, Tony Randall Knutson, 45, was seen leaving the store on a Walmart ride-on cart. Officers approached Knutson and asked him to empty his pockets, where he allegedly revealed packages of trading… Continue reading Viking Man Caught Shoplifting Trading Cards Three Days in a Row at Walmart

Fargo Man Sentenced to Over 9 Years in Federal Prison for Armed Robbery of Mail Carrier

Robbed Mail Carrier, 9.5 Years Prison

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Deshaun Holmes, a 22-year-old from Fargo, has been sentenced to 114 months in federal prison, followed by five years of supervised release, for the armed robbery of a mail carrier. The incident occurred on July 17, 2023, in Frontier, North Dakota, where Holmes held the postal worker at gunpoint and stole… Continue reading Fargo Man Sentenced to Over 9 Years in Federal Prison for Armed Robbery of Mail Carrier

East Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Felonies After Violent Break-In at Ex-Girlfriend’s Apartment

William St. Pierre

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – William St. Pierre of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, is facing three felony charges after a disturbing incident at his ex-girlfriend’s apartment in Grand Forks. St. Pierre allegedly shattered a sliding glass door to gain entry, stormed into her bedroom, and accused her of infidelity. During the confrontation, he reportedly covered… Continue reading East Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Felonies After Violent Break-In at Ex-Girlfriend’s Apartment

EGF Man Charged In Grand Forks

William St. Pierre

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – William St. Pierre of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, is facing three felony charges after a disturbing incident at his ex-girlfriend’s apartment in Grand Forks. St. Pierre allegedly shattered a sliding glass door to gain entry, stormed into her bedroom, and accused her of infidelity. During the confrontation, he reportedly covered… Continue reading EGF Man Charged In Grand Forks

Brooks Man Charged with Felony Child Torture After Brutal Assault Caught on Camera

Joseph Cole Wulfson

Brooks, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Joseph Cole Wulfson, 33, of Brooks, appeared in Red Lake County District Court on Wednesday, July 17, facing serious charges after a video captured him violently assaulting his 12-year-old stepson. The disturbing July 6th incident, recorded by a surveillance camera outside a rural Brooks home, shows Wulfson allegedly headbutting the boy,… Continue reading Brooks Man Charged with Felony Child Torture After Brutal Assault Caught on Camera

Mayville Man Under Investigation for Child Porn Dies by Suicide

Mayville Man Who Killed Himself Was Under Investigation For Child Porn MAYVILLE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Steve Volla, a Mayville, North Dakota man who killed himself when confronted by law enforcement last Wednesday was under investigation for child porn.

Plummer Man Faces Felony Charges for Allegedly Abusing Boy Over Three Years

Chad Dean Stanford

Plummer, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Chad Dean Stanford, 45, of Plummer, has been charged with three felony counts of second-degree criminal sexual conduct after allegedly sexually abusing a boy for nearly three years. The charges were filed in Red Lake County District Court on August 2. According to the complaint, the abuse came to light following… Continue reading Plummer Man Faces Felony Charges for Allegedly Abusing Boy Over Three Years

Grand Forks Man Facing Drug Trafficking Charges After Narcotics Task Force Seizes 15 Pounds of Meth

Nearly 15 Pounds Of Meth Seized In Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In Grand Forks, 60-year-old Walter D. Carlson faces a felony drug trafficking charge. According to court records, on August 12th, the Grand Forks Narcotics Task Force executed a warrant at 4518 Belmont Road. Inside the residence, they discovered Walter D. Carlson along with a significant amount of white crystal-like substance,… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Facing Drug Trafficking Charges After Narcotics Task Force Seizes 15 Pounds of Meth

Detroit Lakes Man Caught on Camera Stealing Lock Box, Faces Felony Charges

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Wesley Ross Thompson, 39, of rural Detroit Lakes, is facing serious legal trouble after being charged with felony possession of burglar tools and misdemeanor theft in Becker County District Court. On February 20th, police were called to a store in Detroit Lakes following a report of theft. A woman reported… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Caught on Camera Stealing Lock Box, Faces Felony Charges

Duluth Man Sentenced After Assaulting Police Officer During Arrest

Roger Jerome Jackson

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Roger Jerome Jackson, 50, of Duluth, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for gross misdemeanor assault on a peace officer. The sentencing follows an incident on June 6, when Detroit Lakes police officers responded to a welfare check on Jackson, who was intoxicated at a residence on Main… Continue reading Duluth Man Sentenced After Assaulting Police Officer During Arrest

Detroit Lakes Teen Charged with Felony Assault After Brutal Hallway Attack

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Spencer George Eliasson, 19, of Detroit Lakes, has been charged with felony third-degree assault in Becker County District Court following a violent altercation on December 3, 2023. According to court records, police were dispatched to an apartment building in Detroit Lakes after a report of an assault. The victim, identified as… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Teen Charged with Felony Assault After Brutal Hallway Attack

Grand Forks Man Pleads Guilty to Drug Sales, Faces Up to 25 Years in Prison

Jacob Gabriel Brunelle

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jacob Gabriel Brunelle, 28, of Grand Forks, pleaded guilty on Friday, Aug. 9, to second-degree drug sales in Polk County. Initially charged with conspiracy to commit a first-degree controlled substance sale, Brunelle’s charges were reduced as part of a plea deal. While the crime carries a potential 25-year maximum sentence,… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Pleads Guilty to Drug Sales, Faces Up to 25 Years in Prison

Walhalla Man Accused in Alleged Brutal Assault on Woman

Walhalla Man Charged, Alleged, Brutal Attack Of Woman WALHALLA, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Walhalla, North Dakota man is facing a trio of felony charges, following the alleged, brutal attack of …

Fort Totten Man Arrested After Seven-Hour Standoff, Faces Multiple Felony Charges

Collin Wade Posey

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Collin Wade Posey, 32, from Fort Totten, was apprehended by Grand Forks law enforcement after a tense seven-hour standoff on July 22. Posey now faces three Class C felony charges: burglary, preventing arrest, and criminal mischief, which together could result in up to five years in prison. The incident began… Continue reading Fort Totten Man Arrested After Seven-Hour Standoff, Faces Multiple Felony Charges

Moorhead Man Faces 15-Year Sentence After Pleading Guilty to Massive Meth Distribution Operation

Jamie White

MINNEAPOLIS (trfnews.i234.me) – Jamie White, a 46-year-old man from Moorhead, has pleaded guilty in federal court in Minneapolis to distributing over 500 grams of methamphetamine between April 2023 and February 2024. During a search of his home last October, authorities discovered more than 400 grams of fentanyl powder laced with the dangerous tranquilizer xylazine, while… Continue reading Moorhead Man Faces 15-Year Sentence After Pleading Guilty to Massive Meth Distribution Operation

Tragic ATV Accident Near Milnor Leaves One Man Unresponsive

Tragic ATV Accident Claims Life of 60-Year-Old Milnor Man

MILNOR, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In the early hours of Monday morning, emergency responders were dispatched to the scene of a severe ATV crash northwest of Milnor, North Dakota. At approximately 12:40 a.m., Milnor Fire Department received a distress call reporting an ATV accident at the intersection of 13th Street Southeast and 77th Street Southeast. According… Continue reading Tragic ATV Accident Near Milnor Leaves One Man Unresponsive

Armed Robbery Foiled: Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Charges

Ian Kramchuck

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Authorities have officially charged Ian Kramchuck, 20, in connection with an early Monday morning armed robbery in Grand Forks. The incident occurred at the P Serve, formerly Valley Dairy, at the corner of University Avenue and Washington Street around 3:30 a.m. on Monday. According to the affidavit, Kramchuck entered the… Continue reading Armed Robbery Foiled: Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Charges

Fargo Woman Charged After Stealing from Deceased Man, Failing to Report His Death

Terri Celeste Nesemeier

FARGO N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Terri Celeste Nesemeier, 26, is facing multiple charges after allegedly stealing from a man who collapsed and died in front of her at his Fargo apartment. Nesemeier is set to appear in Cass County District Court on Thursday, August 8, facing felony counts of credit card theft and preventing arrest, as… Continue reading Fargo Woman Charged After Stealing from Deceased Man, Failing to Report His Death

Tragic ATV Accident Claims Life of 60-Year-Old Milnor Man

Tragic ATV Accident Claims Life of 60-Year-Old Milnor Man

MILNOR, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A fatal ATV accident occurred near Milnor, North Dakota, late Sunday afternoon. The North Dakota Highway Patrol has confirmed that the incident took place at approximately 5:30 p.m. on 138th Avenue. The driver, a 60-year-old man from Milnor, was operating a 2009 Arctic Cat four-wheeler when he lost control, veered off… Continue reading Tragic ATV Accident Claims Life of 60-Year-Old Milnor Man

Fargo Officer Hospitalized After Multiple Dog Bites During Arrest of Trespassing Suspect

Zakariya Abdikarim

FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fargo police officer is recovering after being bitten multiple times by a dog during the arrest of a suspect on Tuesday night. The incident occurred when 38-year-old Zakariya Abdikarim barricaded himself inside an apartment on the 300 block of 7th Avenue North. Abdikarim made threats towards the officers and refused… Continue reading Fargo Officer Hospitalized After Multiple Dog Bites During Arrest of Trespassing Suspect

Grand Forks Man Avoids Jail Time for DUI, Given Conditional Sentence

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Mark Richard Mondor, 37, of Grand Forks, has been sentenced for driving under the influence but will avoid jail time if he adheres to the conditions set during his August 6 sentencing. Mondor pleaded guilty to the Class B misdemeanor, while a separate charge of refusing to test for DUI… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Avoids Jail Time for DUI, Given Conditional Sentence

Intoxicated Man Causes Stir at Grand Forks Airport: Police Investigating

Grand Forks, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Breaking news from Grand Forks Airport: At 3:26 p.m. on Sunday, police were called to the airport after reports surfaced of an intoxicated man attempting to open restricted doors. Grand Forks police squads responded swiftly, and officers are currently speaking with the individual. No major disruptions have occurred, and the… Continue reading Intoxicated Man Causes Stir at Grand Forks Airport: Police Investigating

BREAKING NEWS: Man Trying To Open Restricted Doors At GF Airport

Grand Forks, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Breaking news from Grand Forks Airport: At 3:26 p.m. on Sunday, police were called to the airport after reports surfaced of an intoxicated man attempting to open restricted doors. Grand Forks police squads responded swiftly, and officers are currently speaking with the individual. No major disruptions have occurred, and the… Continue reading BREAKING NEWS: Man Trying To Open Restricted Doors At GF Airport

Ride Turns Violent: Man Stabbed by Driver Near Moorhead

Ride Turns Violent: Man Stabbed by Driver Near Moorhead

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On Sunday afternoon, a man was stabbed in the hand by the driver who was giving him a ride near Moorhead, Minnesota. At 12:45 p.m., deputies responded to a call on Highway 75 and 57th Avenue North after the 20-year-old victim from Fargo was seen running westbound, trying to flag down… Continue reading Ride Turns Violent: Man Stabbed by Driver Near Moorhead

Man Getting Ride Stabbed Near Moorhead

Ride Turns Violent: Man Stabbed by Driver Near Moorhead

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On Sunday afternoon, a man was stabbed in the hand by the driver who was giving him a ride near Moorhead, Minnesota. At 12:45 p.m., deputies responded to a call on Highway 75 and 57th Avenue North after the 20-year-old victim from Fargo was seen running westbound, trying to flag down… Continue reading Man Getting Ride Stabbed Near Moorhead

Saturday Night Horror: Man Stabbed Behind Dickinson Bowling Alley

Saturday Night Horror: Man Stabbed Behind Dickinson Bowling Alley

DICKINSON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A man was reportedly stabbed in the chest behind Paragon Bowling Alley in Dickinson, North Dakota, on Saturday night. The emergency call came in just before 8:00 p.m., prompting a swift response from local ambulance and fire department teams. Details are still emerging, and authorities are working to gather more information.… Continue reading Saturday Night Horror: Man Stabbed Behind Dickinson Bowling Alley