White Earth (trfnews.i234.me) — Neka Joy Sargent, 32, of Moorhead, Minnesota, was sentenced in Becker County District Court after pleading guilty to gross misdemeanor fifth-degree drug possession. She received a stay of adjudication, meaning successful completion of probation will lead to a dismissal of the charge. A misdemeanor charge of providing a false name to… Continue reading Moorhead Woman Sentenced for Meth Possession Following Traffic Stop
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Cass & Clay Counties: Mohamed Ibrahim Mohamed Arrested for Meth Possession, Assault on Officer & Fleeing Police
Cass & Clay Counties (trfnews.i234.me) — Mohamed Ibrahim Mohamed, age 27, was arrested on February 18, 2025, following coordinated actions by the Cass County Sheriff’s Office and the Clay County Sheriff’s Office. Charges filed: Cass County: Felony Controlled Substance Possession – Methamphetamine (2nd Offense) Simple Assault – Peace Officer or Correctional Officer (Felony) Clay County: Fleeing… Continue reading Cass & Clay Counties: Mohamed Ibrahim Mohamed Arrested for Meth Possession, Assault on Officer & Fleeing Police
Detroit Lakes Woman Arrested After Violent Dispute and Meth Discovery
Detroit Lakes (trfnews.i234.me) — Brandi Marie Olive Skramstad, 30, of Detroit Lakes, has been charged in Becker County District Court with felony fifth-degree drug possession, gross misdemeanor interfering with an emergency call, and misdemeanor disorderly conduct. Incident Details On March 14, at approximately 10:12 a.m., a Becker County sheriff’s deputy responded to a 911 call… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Woman Arrested After Violent Dispute and Meth Discovery
Mahnomen Man Arrested in Becker County Drug Bust: Loaded Syringe and Meth Found
Mahnomen (trfnews.i234.me) On March 15, 2025, John Melvin Sargent, Jr., 40, of Mahnomen, was arrested in Becker County on felony and gross misdemeanor charges. A Becker County sheriff’s deputy observed Sargent driving southbound on County Highway 21 in White Earth, with neither he nor his passenger wearing seatbelts. Upon stopping, the deputy noted Sargent’s glossy eyes… Continue reading Mahnomen Man Arrested in Becker County Drug Bust: Loaded Syringe and Meth Found
Otter Tail County: High-Speed Chase Ends in Arrest of Predatory Offender with Stolen Vehicle and Meth
Otter Tail County (trfnews.i234.me)—A high-speed pursuit in Fergus Falls culminated in the arrest of 42-year-old Rafael Buenfil on March 28, 2025. According to court documents, Buenfil fled a traffic stop, reaching speeds over 100 miles per hour. The chase was terminated for safety reasons, but his vehicle was later spotted on Big Chief Road, a… Continue reading Otter Tail County: High-Speed Chase Ends in Arrest of Predatory Offender with Stolen Vehicle and Meth
CLAY COUNTY ARREST: Man Busted for Meth & Marijuana Sales in Broad Daylight!
Clay County (trfnews.i234.me)—In a shocking daylight bust, Kenneth James Eagleman, 38, was arrested in Clay County on March 26, 2025, at 11:28 AM by the Clay County Sheriff’s Office. The charges? Nothing short of serious—2nd-degree possession of cocaine or meth and 5th-degree sale of marijuana. Authorities say the arrest was part of a larger surveillance… Continue reading CLAY COUNTY ARREST: Man Busted for Meth & Marijuana Sales in Broad Daylight!
Grand Forks Drug Bust: Probation Search Unveils Fentanyl, Meth, and Violent Threats
Grand Forks, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — In a significant drug-related incident, a probation search at an apartment in Grand Forks led to the discovery of fentanyl, methamphetamine, and violent threats, resulting in felony charges for two men. Incident Details On March 25, 2025, law enforcement conducted a probation search at the residence of Nathan Charles Reis,… Continue reading Grand Forks Drug Bust: Probation Search Unveils Fentanyl, Meth, and Violent Threats
Shocking Arrest in Grand Forks: Man Nabbed on Electric Scooter with Meth in Jail!
Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) — In a startling turn of events, Corey John Haugen, a resident of Grand Forks, North Dakota, was arrested on March 25, 2025, while riding his electric scooter. A routine traffic stop revealed that Haugen had an outstanding warrant. Upon his arrival at the Grand Forks County Jail, authorities allegedly discovered methamphetamine… Continue reading Shocking Arrest in Grand Forks: Man Nabbed on Electric Scooter with Meth in Jail!
Jamestown Man Steals Running Truck to “Leave Town” – Admits to Using Meth Earlier That Day!
Jamestown, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) – A bizarre vehicle theft incident unfolded on March 22nd at 7:38 p.m. when police were dispatched to Bob’s Plumbing after a Silverado pickup truck was reported stolen while left running. Surveillance footage quickly identified Brandon Lee Buchanan as the suspect. Within 20 minutes, officers had Buchanan pulled over still in… Continue reading Jamestown Man Steals Running Truck to “Leave Town” – Admits to Using Meth Earlier That Day!
Minneapolis Man Shoots Wife with AK-47, Sets House Ablaze with 6 Kids Inside
Minneapolis, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — A terrifying domestic violence case unfolded on March 22, 2025, in north Minneapolis where 31-year-old Lue Xiong allegedly shot his wife with an AK-47, refused to help her, and later set multiple fires in their home with their six children inside. According to a Hennepin County criminal complaint, Xiong was high… Continue reading Minneapolis Man Shoots Wife with AK-47, Sets House Ablaze with 6 Kids Inside
GRAND FORKS County: Meth Bust Shocker! Traffic Stop Uncovers Drug Operation
GRAND FORKS (trfnews.i234.me) — A routine traffic stop in Grand Forks spiraled into a major drug bust on March 20th, according to court documents. David M Vondal Jr now finds himself in deep legal trouble after police pulled him over for a traffic violation and discovered a stash of illegal substances. Officers reportedly seized 13… Continue reading GRAND FORKS County: Meth Bust Shocker! Traffic Stop Uncovers Drug Operation
Twin Cities: 11 Indicted in Mexican Cartel-Linked Meth & Kidnapping Conspiracy — Victim Allegedly Beaten, Chained in Saint Paul
Minneapolis–Saint Paul, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — A federal grand jury has indicted 11 individuals in a sweeping international drug trafficking and kidnapping conspiracy linked to a Mexican cartel, bringing violent cartel tactics directly into the Twin Cities metro. According to court documents, the organization allegedly operated from mid-2023 through early 2025, coordinating the importation and distribution… Continue reading Twin Cities: 11 Indicted in Mexican Cartel-Linked Meth & Kidnapping Conspiracy — Victim Allegedly Beaten, Chained in Saint Paul
Randall, Minnesota DRUG BUST: 92 Grams of Meth, Pills Seized in Highway Stop — Two Arrested
Randall, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — A routine traffic stop turned into a major drug seizure in Randall, Minnesota, after a Morrison County deputy and his K9 partner uncovered a large stash of illegal narcotics. At approximately 7:32 p.m. on March 24, 2025, a deputy stopped a vehicle for multiple equipment violations near the intersection of Highway… Continue reading Randall, Minnesota DRUG BUST: 92 Grams of Meth, Pills Seized in Highway Stop — Two Arrested
West Fargo, North Dakota: Traffic Stop Turns Drug Bust — Man Caught with 15 Grams of Meth, Needle, and Cash!
West Fargo, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) — A routine traffic stop for a stop sign violation in West Fargo led to a major drug trafficking arrest, according to court records. On March 22nd, officers pulled over David Allen Vernoy of Fargo. As he exited his vehicle, police immediately spotted a needle containing a white crystal-like substance… Continue reading West Fargo, North Dakota: Traffic Stop Turns Drug Bust — Man Caught with 15 Grams of Meth, Needle, and Cash!
Grand Forks, North Dakota: Man Busted with Meth, Cash & Warrants in Drug Trafficking Stop!
Grand Forks, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) — A Grand Forks man, Juan Antonio Garcia, is facing felony drug charges after a routine traffic stop turned into a major drug seizure, according to newly filed court records. On March 20th, officers pulled Garcia over in the parking lot at 110 Cherry Street. He reportedly did not have… Continue reading Grand Forks, North Dakota: Man Busted with Meth, Cash & Warrants in Drug Trafficking Stop!
Fargo, North Dakota SHOCK: Man Busted for Breaking into Home, Stealing Cash & Quarters — Caught with Gun and Meth!
Fargo, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) — A Fargo man, Stanley James Dumpson, is facing serious felony charges after allegedly breaking into a home, stealing thousands in cash and collectibles, and being caught in possession of meth and a firearm. According to court documents, Dumpson is accused of breaking a basement window to enter a Fargo residence,… Continue reading Fargo, North Dakota SHOCK: Man Busted for Breaking into Home, Stealing Cash & Quarters — Caught with Gun and Meth!
Tokio, ND Man Arrested in Park Rapids Porch with Meth and Powerade — Faces Multiple Charges
Hubbard County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — A homeless man from Tokio, North Dakota, identified as George Tikayne, is now facing multiple criminal charges after a bizarre incident in rural Park Rapids. According to court documents, the incident occurred on March 21st, when a female victim with an active protection order against Tikayne saw him on her… Continue reading Tokio, ND Man Arrested in Park Rapids Porch with Meth and Powerade — Faces Multiple Charges
Detroit Lakes Man Busted: Meth Stash Found in “Perry’s Office” Leads to Becker County Sentencing
Detroit Lakes (trfnews.i234.me) — Shocking details emerged as Perry Lee Heinonen Sr., 65, of Detroit Lakes, was sentenced in Becker County District Court on felony fifth-degree drug charges. On September 30, 2023, law enforcement executed a search warrant at a Becker County residence and discovered two baggies containing 3.97 grams of methamphetamine inside a room… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Busted: Meth Stash Found in “Perry’s Office” Leads to Becker County Sentencing
Becker County: Lonnie Ray Burrow Jr. Arrested on Major Drug Trafficking Charges – Cocaine, Meth & Heroin Seized
Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) — Authorities in Becker County have arrested Lonnie Ray Burrow Jr., age 38, in connection with a major drug trafficking case. Burrow was booked on March 19, 2025, on multiple serious drug-related charges. According to court records, Burrow faces a first-degree felony charge under Minnesota statute 152.021.1(1) for allegedly selling 17 grams… Continue reading Becker County: Lonnie Ray Burrow Jr. Arrested on Major Drug Trafficking Charges – Cocaine, Meth & Heroin Seized
Wahpeton, Richland County: Terrance L. Cusey Busted for Meth Trafficking – Cash, and Drugs Seized
Wahpeton, Richland County (trfnews.i234.me) — Terrance L. Cusey of Wahpeton has been arrested and is now facing serious drug trafficking charges. According to court documents, the End of the Woods Drug Task Force was actively searching for Cusey on March 18th due to outstanding warrants from South Dakota. Officers located Cusey’s vehicle at 407 3rd… Continue reading Wahpeton, Richland County: Terrance L. Cusey Busted for Meth Trafficking – Cash, and Drugs Seized
Grand Forks SHOCK: Man Admits to Selling Meth & Fentanyl During Traffic Stop in Cass County
Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) — In Grand Forks, what began as a minor traffic stop quickly escalated into a significant drug bust on March 14th at 9:24 p.m., according to court documents. Authorities pulled over Joshua James Quam after he allegedly failed to come to a complete stop at a stop sign. Once at the vehicle,… Continue reading Grand Forks SHOCK: Man Admits to Selling Meth & Fentanyl During Traffic Stop in Cass County
Newfolden Man Sentenced for Meth & DWI Charges in Thief River Falls
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — A Newfolden man faces legal consequences after being caught with meth and driving under the influence.Justin Ross Underdahl, 43, was sentenced for a felony fifth-degree controlled substance crime and a misdemeanor fourth-degree DWI involving a Schedule I or II substance. 
Key Details of Sentencing: Felony charge: Three-year stay of… Continue reading Newfolden Man Sentenced for Meth & DWI Charges in Thief River Falls
Minnesota Woman Sentenced to 48 Months for Meth Sales in Pennington County
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — 
Another major drug case unfolds in Minnesota!Krista Rachelle Bergeron, 33, has been sentenced to 48 months in prison after being caught selling methamphetamine in Pennington County. Key Details: Bergeron was convicted of felony first-degree controlled substance sales She cannot own or possess firearms, ammunition, or explosives She was ordered… Continue reading Minnesota Woman Sentenced to 48 Months for Meth Sales in Pennington County
FARGO: Man Busted After Meth Pipes Fall from Pocket During Arrest!
Fargo (trfnews.i234.me) — A routine encounter turned wild in Fargo on March 11th when Hadzim Dzaferi, a man with a lengthy criminal past, was spotted riding his bicycle on the sidewalk in the 1800 block of Second Avenue South. An officer who recognized Dzaferi from outstanding warrants stopped him, only to witness two meth pipes… Continue reading FARGO: Man Busted After Meth Pipes Fall from Pocket During Arrest!
Man From Fargo Faces Charges Again After Meth Pipes Fall Out Of His Pocket
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Fargo man with a long criminal history is facing new charges, after meth pipes fell out of his pocket while talking to police.
Accused of Meth Trafficking in Grand Forks County
Charged With Trafficking Meth In Grand Forks County GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A man and woman are charged with trafficking meth in Grand Forks County, North Dakota in separate cases.
DOWNTOWN FARGO ARREST TURNS CHAOTIC: SUSPECT RESISTS OFFICERS, FOUND WITH METH
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — A routine arrest in downtown Fargo turned into a chaotic scene early Sunday morning when Quintin Bates resisted officers for nearly 20 minutes before finally being taken into custody. According to court documents, at 4:28 a.m., an officer spotted Bates at Broadway and Second Avenue, recognizing him as having an outstanding… Continue reading DOWNTOWN FARGO ARREST TURNS CHAOTIC: SUSPECT RESISTS OFFICERS, FOUND WITH METH
THIEF RIVER FALLS WOMAN CHARGED IN METH DEAL NEAR SCHOOL ZONE
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — A Thief River Falls woman, Jezzirae Jo Krueckeberg, 33, has been charged with felony second-degree controlled substance crime – sale, after allegedly selling methamphetamine to an informant in a school zone. 
How It Happened: On February 4, a Pennington County Sheriff’s investigator and a confidential informant were working on… Continue reading THIEF RIVER FALLS WOMAN CHARGED IN METH DEAL NEAR SCHOOL ZONE
Roger Buck Arrested in Beltrami County for Meth Possession Near School, False Identity & Failure to Appear
Beltrami County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)— Roger Buck is now in custody at Beltrami County Jail after being arrested on February 26, 2025, for multiple serious charges, including drug possession near a school, providing a false identity to law enforcement, and failing to appear in court for a previous felony case. According to records, Buck faces: Giving… Continue reading Roger Buck Arrested in Beltrami County for Meth Possession Near School, False Identity & Failure to Appear
Minnesota Woman Sentenced to 48 Months for Meth Sales in Pennington County
Warren (trfnews.i234.me)— A Minnesota woman has been sentenced to four years in prison after pleading guilty to felony first-degree sale of a controlled substance in Pennington County. Authorities say Krista Rachelle Bergeron, 33, sold approximately 30 grams of methamphetamine to an informant on two separate occasions. She was sentenced on March 3 to 48 months… Continue reading Minnesota Woman Sentenced to 48 Months for Meth Sales in Pennington County
HABITUAL OFFENDER: Grafton Man Sentenced to 20 Years After High-Speed Chase & Meth Bust
Grafton, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) – A dangerous police chase in March 2024 led to a massive meth bust and a 20-year prison sentence for a Grafton man. 
39-year-old Justin Marcel Peterson was sentenced Friday, February 21, to 20 years in prison, though he will serve 10 years before being placed on supervised probation for… Continue reading HABITUAL OFFENDER: Grafton Man Sentenced to 20 Years After High-Speed Chase & Meth Bust
Drug-Fueled DWI & Meth Bust in Pennington County – Man Sentenced
Pennington County, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) – A shocking case out of Pennington County has resulted in a prison sentence for 43-year-old David Alan Jourdain, who was arrested following a drug-fueled DWI traffic stop where officers discovered meth, prescription pills, and drug paraphernalia inside his vehicle. Jourdain was sentenced on felony fifth-degree controlled substance charges and gross… Continue reading Drug-Fueled DWI & Meth Bust in Pennington County – Man Sentenced
East Grand Forks Man Sentenced to 39 Months for Meth Possession in Prohibited Zone
EAST GRAND FORKS, MN – Stephen Todd Pederson, 59, has been sentenced to 39 months in prison after pleading guilty to felony meth possession in a prohibited zone. His sentencing took place on Thursday, February 20, 2025. Pederson initially faced a second-degree meth sale charge but accepted a plea agreement that reduced the charge to… Continue reading East Grand Forks Man Sentenced to 39 Months for Meth Possession in Prohibited Zone
Erskine Resident Faces Charges After Seizure of Over 500 Grams of Meth
Erskine Man Charged, 500+ Grams Meth Seized MOTLEY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) An Erskine, Minnesota man is facing a major drug charge, following a traffic stop in Motley, Minnesota.
MASSIVE DRUG BUST: Grafton Man Caught with Meth, Cocaine, and More!
Grafton, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — A shocking drug bust in Grafton has led to serious felony charges for Daniel Knowels, who was allegedly caught with a massive stash of methamphetamine, cocaine, marijuana, and psilocybin mushrooms. According to court documents, on February 11, 2025, the Grand Forks Narcotics Task Force executed a search warrant at 728 Manville… Continue reading MASSIVE DRUG BUST: Grafton Man Caught with Meth, Cocaine, and More!
Ryan Lee Schmidt of Minneapolis Sentenced to 88 Months for Felony Drug Conviction & DWI
Becker County, MN – Ryan Lee Schmidt, 44, of Minneapolis, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court to 88 months in prison following his arrest for felony second-degree drug possession and gross misdemeanor DWI. Case Summary 
Date of Incident: October 25, 2024 Traffic Stop: Schmidt was pulled over on Brandy Lake Road for… Continue reading Ryan Lee Schmidt of Minneapolis Sentenced to 88 Months for Felony Drug Conviction & DWI
MASSIVE DRUG BUST IN FARGO: Man Caught With 159 Grams of Meth in Traffic Stop!
Fargo, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) – What started as a routine traffic stop turned into a major drug bust after police discovered a massive stash of methamphetamine in a vehicle driven by Robert William Churchman Jr. According to court documents, Churchman was pulled over on February 20 near the 500 block of 7th Street South… Continue reading MASSIVE DRUG BUST IN FARGO: Man Caught With 159 Grams of Meth in Traffic Stop!
Wild Arrest in Minot: Suspect Caught with Meth, Fentanyl After Striking Police Vehicles
Minot, ND – A dramatic arrest unfolded in Minot on Tuesday when law enforcement took down a suspect with active warrants after a high-risk maneuver at a gas station. David G. Watson, 42, of Minot, was identified by Minot Police, who confirmed he had two active warrants. The Ward County Narcotics Task Force conducted surveillance… Continue reading Wild Arrest in Minot: Suspect Caught with Meth, Fentanyl After Striking Police Vehicles
Grand Forks Woman Sentenced for Meth Distribution Near Elementary School
Grand Forks, ND (trfnews.i234.me)—A Grand Forks woman pleaded guilty and was sentenced last month after being caught selling methamphetamine within 165 feet of Lewis and Clark Elementary School. Defendant: Tara Rose Garza, 38 Charge: Class A Felony – Possession of Meth with Intent to Deliver Sentence: 10 years, serving three years in prison, followed… Continue reading Grand Forks Woman Sentenced for Meth Distribution Near Elementary School
Grand Forks Man, Ernest Farmer, Faces Four Felony Drug Charges After Meth Sting
Grand Forks, ND (trfnews.i234.me)—A 38-year-old Grand Forks man is facing four felony drug charges following a controlled drug buy operation, during which he allegedly sold two ounces of methamphetamine to an undercover officer. Suspect: Ernest Leroy Farmer Location: Grand Forks, North Dakota Date of Arrest: Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025 Court Appearance: Thursday, Feb. 13,… Continue reading Grand Forks Man, Ernest Farmer, Faces Four Felony Drug Charges After Meth Sting
Minneapolis Man Sentenced to Over 9 Years for Felony Drug Charges in Becker County
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—A Minneapolis man has been sentenced to over nine years in prison after being caught transporting a significant quantity of methamphetamine through Becker County. Case Background Kevin Donald Turck, 58, of Minneapolis, was sentenced to 110 months in prison after pleading guilty to felony first-degree drug possession. A misdemeanor DWI charge was… Continue reading Minneapolis Man Sentenced to Over 9 Years for Felony Drug Charges in Becker County
Three Arrested in Grand Forks Drug Investigation, Over 15 Grams of Meth Seized
Grand Forks, ND (trfnews.i234.me)—Three individuals are facing felony drug charges after a narcotics task force investigation led to a vehicle stop and search warrant execution, uncovering a large methamphetamine stash. Details of the Arrest Tuesday – Traffic Stop on University Avenue The Grand Forks Narcotics Task Force and Grand Forks County Sheriff’s Office… Continue reading Three Arrested in Grand Forks Drug Investigation, Over 15 Grams of Meth Seized
Minnesota Pair Arrested in Clay County for Major Meth Trafficking Charges
Clay County, MN – A drug trafficking investigation led to the arrest of Elizabeth Brinkman, 32, of Glyndon, Minnesota, and Jason Keller, 38, of Nelson, Minnesota. Both are now facing three first-degree felony drug charges in Clay County District Court. Investigation & Surveillance Timeline of Events: February 9, 2025: A Moorhead police investigator… Continue reading Minnesota Pair Arrested in Clay County for Major Meth Trafficking Charges
Three Arrested After 9-11 Party Involving Meth in EGF
Apparent Party With Meth On 9-11 In EGF Lands 3 People In Jail EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Three people have been charged with felony charges after being arrested in an East Grand Forks park on September 11th.
Unprecedented Drug Trafficking Arrest in Clay County, MN: Vehicle Concealed with Meth
Unusual Drug Trafficking Bust In Clay County, MN, Inside Of Vehicle Covered With Meth CLAY COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A man and woman from Moorhead, Minnesota are facing a drug trafficking charge in a very unusual arrest on Interstate-94. Authorities say the interior of their vehicle was covered in meth.
Three Individuals Arrested; Meth and Cash Seized in Cass County, Minnesota
Three Arrested, Meth & Cash Seized In Cass County, Minnesota WALKER, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Charges are pending against 3 people, after meth and cash were seized during an investigation in Cass County, Minnesota.
Fargo Man Arrested with 138 Grams of Meth & Fentanyl – Facing Multiple Drug Charges
Fargo, ND (trfnews.i234.me)— Drug Charges Filed A Fargo man is now facing multiple felony drug charges after police discovered 138 grams of methamphetamine, fentanyl, and other drugs inside his vehicle. Incident Details Suspect: Gary Dean Berlin Jr. Date of Arrest: February 2, 2025 – 7:01 AM Location: Fargo, North Dakota… Continue reading Fargo Man Arrested with 138 Grams of Meth & Fentanyl – Facing Multiple Drug Charges
Becca Breann Phillips Charged with Four Felonies in Fentanyl & Meth Case
North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me)— Becca Breann Phillips is facing four felony charges following an undercover drug sting operation conducted last summer. Drug Investigation & Arrest Timeframe: June & July 2024 Charges: 
Two counts of Fentanyl Delivery Possession of Methamphetamine Possession of Drug Paraphernalia According to court documents, Phillips allegedly sold fentanyl… Continue reading Becca Breann Phillips Charged with Four Felonies in Fentanyl & Meth Case
Dilworth, Minnesota Man Faces Major Drug Trafficking Charges After Meth Seizure
Moorhead, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me)— A Dilworth, Minnesota man is facing serious drug trafficking charges after law enforcement seized 50 grams of methamphetamine from a Moorhead apartment during the execution of a search warrant on January 30, 2025. According to authorities, Ronnie Lee Phillips has been charged with: First-degree sale of drugs (10 grams or more of… Continue reading Dilworth, Minnesota Man Faces Major Drug Trafficking Charges After Meth Seizure
Grand Forks Pair Charged for Selling Fake Meth in Drug Bust
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me)—Manuel Cantu and Bridget Nicole Wagner of Grand Forks have been charged with felony possession with intent to distribute an imitation controlled substance, along with misdemeanor charges for possession of drug paraphernalia. According to court documents, the Grand Forks Narcotics Task Force executed a search warrant on January 24, 2025, at their… Continue reading Grand Forks Pair Charged for Selling Fake Meth in Drug Bust
Case of counterfeit meth trafficking in Grand Forks
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man and woman are each facing a felony charge for allegedly trafficking fake meth.
Drayton Man Sentenced for Meth Possession and Police Pursuit
GRAND FORKS COUNTY (trfnews.i234.me) — On January 6, a 56-year-old Drayton resident, Shawn Kenneth Bjerke, received a 10-year sentence, with 180 days to be served in custody, for multiple offenses related to an August incident involving law enforcement in Grand Forks County. Charges and Plea Bjerke pleaded guilty to the following charges: Class B felony:… Continue reading Drayton Man Sentenced for Meth Possession and Police Pursuit
Three Arrested in Grand Forks Heroin and Meth Raids
Three nabbed in Grand Forks Heroin and Meth Busts GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Three people have been arrested in Grand Forks drug busts. Meanwhile, GF Police are reminding everyone that ND law protects people from prosecution if they aid drug overdose victims and people who over consume alcohol.
278 Grams of Meth Confiscated in Grand Forks
278 Grams Of Meth Seized In Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Grand Forks Narcotics Task Force Agents have made another significant meth bust. An Indiana man has been charged.
Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Drug Charges After Significant Methamphetamine Seizure
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — On December 16, 2024, Douglas Allen Austreng, a 61-year-old resident of Grand Forks, waived his preliminary hearing and entered a plea of not guilty to several drug-related charges. The charges include: Class A Felony: Possession of at least 50 grams of methamphetamine with intent to deliver. Class B Felony: Possession… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Drug Charges After Significant Methamphetamine Seizure
Toddler’s Methamphetamine Exposure in Hotel Room Raises Safety Concerns
WARROAD, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – In December, the Bengtson family of Warroad, Minnesota, marked their son Blake’s third birthday, an event that was nearly overshadowed by a critical incident the previous year. During a visit to the boys’ state hockey tournament in St. Paul, Blake experienced a seizure lasting over three hours. Medical examinations revealed the… Continue reading Toddler’s Methamphetamine Exposure in Hotel Room Raises Safety Concerns
St. Hilaire Man Charged with Felony Drug Offenses Following Methamphetamine Sales
Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On December 9, Ethan Alexander Johnson, 26, of St. Hilaire, appeared in court facing charges of felony third-degree sale of a controlled substance and gross misdemeanor drug possession. The felony charge carries a potential sentence of up to 20 years; however, Minnesota state sentencing guidelines suggest a range of 21 to… Continue reading St. Hilaire Man Charged with Felony Drug Offenses Following Methamphetamine Sales
Man from Wahpeton Faces Charges of Possessing Child Sexual Abuse Videos, Meth, and Handguns
WAHPETON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Wahpeton, North Dakota man is facing charges of Possession of Certain Materials Prohibited, meth and handguns.
Antonio Galileo Valdez Arrested for Meth Paraphernalia Presence Near Child
Polk County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — On December 16, 2024, law enforcement officials arrested Antonio Galileo Valdez, born July 8, 1994, in Minnesota. Valdez was charged with storing methamphetamine paraphernalia in the presence of a child, a violation of Minnesota Statute 152.137.2(a)(4). Revisor of Statutes Minnesota Statute 152.137.2(a)(4) prohibits knowingly storing methamphetamine paraphernalia in the presence… Continue reading Antonio Galileo Valdez Arrested for Meth Paraphernalia Presence Near Child
Jamestown Couple in Fargo Found with Nearly 60 Grams of Meth
Nearly 60 Grams Meth Seized From Jamestown Couple In Fargo FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Police seized nearly 60 grams of meth from a Jamestown couple in Fargo this week.
Police Seize 1 Pound of Meth Destined for Fergus Falls
OTTER TAIL COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Fergus Falls, Minnesota man is facing major drug charges, following a traffic stop and …
Red Lake Falls Man Faces Drug Charges Following Meth Sale Investigation
PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — A 37-year-old Red Lake Falls man, Nicholas Walter Johnson, waived his Nov. 26 omnibus hearing and entered a plea of not guilty to first-degree sale of a controlled substance in Pennington County. Johnson faces up to 30 years in prison; however, state sentencing guidelines recommend a term between 56 and… Continue reading Red Lake Falls Man Faces Drug Charges Following Meth Sale Investigation
Drug Task Force Confiscates Over 50 Grams of Meth in Bemidji Operation
Drug Task Force Seized 50+ Grams Of Meth In Bemidji Bust BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The Paul Bunyan Drug Task Force seized 50+ grams of meth while executing a search warrant in Beltrami County.
Meth Seizure in Polk County, Minnesota: One Pound Confiscated in Drug Trafficking Bust
DRUG TRAFFICKING: One Pound Of Meth Seized In Polk County, Minnesota FERTILE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Authorities seized one pound of meth during a traffic stop in Fertile, Minnesota, following an investigation that started at the County Jail.
Fargo Authorities Arrest Eveleth Man With 1 Pound of Meth and No Air Filter
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) An Eveleth, Minnestoa man traveling home from California was arrested by Fargo on a drug trafficking charge.
Twin Cities to Moorhead: A Tale of Three Men and a Trail of Meth, Fentanyl, and Hallucinogenic Mushrooms
MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — The police arrested three men for felony drug charges in Moorhead. David White (45) from St. Paul, Martin White (54), also from St. Paul, and Mark Watson (57) from Moorhead were taken into custody by Clay County authorities. An investigation began in July, which led to the arrest of the trio… Continue reading Twin Cities to Moorhead: A Tale of Three Men and a Trail of Meth, Fentanyl, and Hallucinogenic Mushrooms
$21,000 in Cash and 212 Grams of Meth Confiscated in Bemidji Drug Bust
$21,000 Cash & 212 Grams Meth Seized In Bemidji Drug Sting BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Bemidji restaurant worker is facing a major drug trafficking charge, after agents seized $21,000 and 212 grams of meth from Brian Stebe.
Significant Meth and Firearms Seizure in Bemidji
Major Meth & Firearms Bust In Bemidji BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Agents have made a major bust of meth and firearms in Bemidji, Minnesota.
East Grand Forks Update: Three Individuals Charged; Seizure of Meth, LSD, and Firearms
EAST GRAND FORKS UPDATE: 3 Charged, Meth, LSD & Guns Seized EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding a SWAT team being used on Tuesday afternoon to execute …
Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Class A Felony for Alleged 50 Grams+ Meth Delivery
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Blayne Saiger, a 38-year-old man from Grand Forks, has pleaded not guilty to a Class A felony charge for allegedly delivering at least 50 grams of methamphetamine. If convicted, he could face up to 20 years in prison. Saiger reportedly sold approximately 88.4 grams of the illicit substance to a… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Class A Felony for Alleged 50 Grams+ Meth Delivery
Roseau Woman Accused of Selling Over 24 Grams of Meth to Undercover Officer
ROSEAU COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Tiffany Abrahamson, a 38-year-old resident of Roseau, has been charged with first-degree sale of at least 17 grams of methamphetamine within a 90-day period. In December, an undercover officer paid $550 in controlled buy funds to Abrahamson for approximately 24.99 grams of the illicit substance. The suspected meth was submitted… Continue reading Roseau Woman Accused of Selling Over 24 Grams of Meth to Undercover Officer
Accused of Spitting in Nurse’s Face After Using Meth and Reporting Chest Pains
Allegedly Spit In Face Of Nurse, After Smoking Meth & Complaining Of Chest Pains GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing a felony charged, after allegedly smoking meth and then spitting in the face of a nurse at the emergency room.
Fargo Siblings and Partner Accused of Heroin and Meth Trafficking
Fargo Sisters & A Boyfriend Charged With Trafficking Heroin And Meth FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Two Fargo sisters and a boyfriend are facing charges connected to trafficking heroin and meth.
Thief River Falls Man Charged After 57 Grams of Meth Seized by Grand Forks Police
Grand Forks Police Seize 57 Grams Of Meth, Thief River Falls Man Charged GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Thief River Falls, Minnesota man is facing several drug charges in Grand Forks, after police seized 57 grams of meth from his vehicle.
Alleged Incident: Ex-Girlfriend Claims to Have Witnessed Him Consuming Meth
Ex-girlfriend Allegedly Saw Him Eating Meth GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Devils Lake man is facing criminal charges in Grand Forks, after his ex-girlfriend reported to police that she saw him eating meth.
Man from Thief River Falls Charged with Felony Drug Offense
Thief River Falls Man Facing Felony Drug Charge THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Thief River Falls man is facing a felony charge for possession of meth.
A Journey of Overcoming Meth Addiction
A METH Recovery Story NORTHWOOD, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A former meth addict shares her story of recovery. Meet Savanna Schlaht of Northwood, North …
EXCLUSIVE: GF Task Force Arrests 4 Suspected Drug Dealers, Seizes Large Cache of Cash and Meth
EXCLUSIVE: GF Task Force Takes Down 4 Suspected Drug Dealers & Confiscates Major Pile Of Cash & Meth GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update on raids at 2 residences in Grand Forks County on Monday. Four suspected dealers are facing charges and agents confiscated a major amount of cash and drugs.
Brass Knuckles and Meth Seized Following High-Speed Chase from Nelson to Ramsey County, ND
Brass Knuckles & Bag Of Meth Seized After High Speed Pursuit From Nelson Into Ramsey County, ND NELSON COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A woman and man are facing drug trafficking charges and more, after the female driver led officers in a pursuit from Nelson County into Ramsey County, North Dakota.
EXCLUSIVE: Bemidji, Minnesota Seizes Over 5 lbs of Meth Valued at $100,000
EXCLUSIVE: 5+ LBS. Meth Worth $100,000 Seized By Bemidji, Minnesota BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Bemidji man is facing criminal charges after agents seized over 5-pounds of meth worth $100000.
Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges After Allegedly Selling Over 130 Grams of Meth in Sting Operations
GRAND FORKS — A 61-year-old Grand Forks man, Robert Barrett Yahnke, is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly selling a total of 137.8 grams of methamphetamine to an undercover agent and a confidential informant across five separate occasions, according to an affidavit filed in the case. Yahnke is charged with two Class A felonies: delivery… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges After Allegedly Selling Over 130 Grams of Meth in Sting Operations
Crookston Brothers Plead Not Guilty to Murder Conspiracy and Meth Charges: Maximum 30-Year Sentence Possible
POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Two brothers from Crookston, Juan Gallegos Deleon Jr. (55) and Abelardo Deleon (53), have pleaded not guilty to serious charges, including conspiracy to commit murder and multiple methamphetamine-related offenses. On Thursday, September 12, they waived their omnibus hearings and now face a potential maximum sentence of 30 years. Juan Deleon… Continue reading Crookston Brothers Plead Not Guilty to Murder Conspiracy and Meth Charges: Maximum 30-Year Sentence Possible
East Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Meth Sales, Faces Up to 25 Years in Prison
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
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 Pleads Not Guilty to Meth Sale Charges, Faces Up to 20 Years in Prison
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
Grand Forks Woman Charged with Drug Trafficking After Traffic Stop Reveals Meth and Mushrooms
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Candy Ostlund, 49, of Grand Forks, is facing drug trafficking charges after a traffic stop on August 23rd uncovered a significant stash of illegal substances. Ostlund was pulled over in Grand Forks for having expired tabs. During the stop, a K9 unit indicated the presence of drugs, leading to the… Continue reading Grand Forks Woman Charged with Drug Trafficking After Traffic Stop Reveals Meth and Mushrooms
Minneapolis Drug Trafficker Arrested Near Detroit Lakes: 184 Grams of Meth Seized
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A suspected Minneapolis drug trafficker was apprehended by the Becker County Sheriff’s Office after a timely tip from a special agent led to his arrest near Detroit Lakes. Kevin Turck, 58, was taken into custody in the early hours of August 25th after deputies were alerted that he would be… Continue reading Minneapolis Drug Trafficker Arrested Near Detroit Lakes: 184 Grams of Meth Seized
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
Moorhead Woman Charged with Attempted Murder After Meth-Fueled Attack
MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Authorities in Moorhead, Minnesota, have filed charges of second-degree attempted murder and first-degree assault against Mary Hjelseth following a brutal incident on the evening of August 15, 2024. According to the criminal complaint, Hjelseth, after consuming methamphetamine and engaging in sexual activity with her boyfriend, allegedly slashed his neck with a… Continue reading Moorhead Woman Charged with Attempted Murder After Meth-Fueled Attack
Moorhead Charges Filed: Meth, Sex, and Buck Knife Incident Detailed
MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Charges now filed in an Attempted Murder case in Moorhead, Minnesota against Mary Hjelseth. The criminal complaint says after a round of meth and sex, she slashed the male victim’s neck.
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
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
Three Arrested in Fargo and Grand Forks on Drug Trafficking Charges After Major Meth and Fentanyl Seizure
FARGO-GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Three individuals are facing serious drug trafficking charges following two separate arrests in Fargo and on Interstate 29 near Grand Forks. On Monday, law enforcement executed a search warrant at 371 Prairiewood Circle South, Apartment 104, in Fargo, leading to the arrest of Eric Brown Jr. of Idaho and Danielle… Continue reading Three Arrested in Fargo and Grand Forks on Drug Trafficking Charges After Major Meth and Fentanyl Seizure
Grand Forks Man Facing Drug Trafficking Charges After Narcotics Task Force Seizes 15 Pounds of Meth
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
Moorhead Man Faces 15-Year Sentence After Pleading Guilty to Massive Meth Distribution Operation
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
Meth Dealer Sentenced to Nine Years After Multiple Drug Sales in Minnesota
POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Nicolle Renee Berg, a 41-year-old resident of Fertile, Minnesota, has been sentenced to nine years in prison after pleading guilty to two counts of second-degree sale of a controlled substance. This plea deal led to the dismissal of four additional charges, including first-degree sale of a controlled substance, two counts… Continue reading Meth Dealer Sentenced to Nine Years After Multiple Drug Sales in Minnesota
Crookston Man Gets 10.5 Years for Meth Conspiracy: A Cautionary Tale
POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Miguel Arturo Jasso, 25, of Crookston, Minnesota, was sentenced to 125 months in prison on August 1, 2024, for his role in a first-degree controlled substance sale conspiracy. Jasso, who entered an Alford plea in July, maintains his innocence but acknowledges the evidence against him is sufficient for conviction. Jasso… Continue reading Crookston Man Gets 10.5 Years for Meth Conspiracy: A Cautionary Tale
Duluth Man Sentenced to 85 Months for Meth Possession
POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Duluth man was sentenced to 85 months on Tuesday, July 23, for first-degree possession of a controlled substance in Polk County. Jason Michael Carlsness, 41, pleaded guilty to the felony charge, as well as gross misdemeanor third-degree driving while impaired by a controlled substance, in June. Originally, Carlsness faced… Continue reading Duluth Man Sentenced to 85 Months for Meth Possession
Fargo Woman Arrested with Stolen Credit Card and Meth Near West Acres Theater
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Jessica Mae Brown of Fargo is facing serious criminal charges following a burglary investigation. According to court documents, on July 16th, officers responded to a report of a burglary and apprehended Brown riding her bicycle near the West Acres theater. She was linked to the burglary and found in possession of… Continue reading Fargo Woman Arrested with Stolen Credit Card and Meth Near West Acres Theater
Major Drug Trafficking Ring Uncovered: Fidel Arenas-Torres Faces New Charges
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Fidel Arenas-Torres was set for release from federal custody and deportation to Mexico on July 17, following his January 2023 arrest at the Sky Dancer Resort in Belcourt, North Dakota, for being in the U.S. illegally. However, a new federal indictment has changed his fate. Last month, an indictment was unsealed,… Continue reading Major Drug Trafficking Ring Uncovered: Fidel Arenas-Torres Faces New Charges
Warren Man Sentenced to 120 Days for Meth Sale and DUI
POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Warren, Minnesota man, Michael John Slusar, 45, has been sentenced to 120 days in Polk County custody for the third-degree sale of a narcotic. Slusar pleaded guilty to the felony crime, as well as a gross misdemeanor for driving while impaired, in April. Additional charges, including felony fifth-degree drug… Continue reading Warren Man Sentenced to 120 Days for Meth Sale and DUI
Chilling Confession: Fargo Man Admits to Killing Girlfriend Over Meth Dispute
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fargo man who called the police to confess to the murder of his girlfriend made his first court appearance in Cass County Court on Tuesday, June 11. Randall Dale Duffy, 61, appeared via videoconference from the Cass County Jail. Although he represented himself during the proceeding, District Court Judge Nicholas… Continue reading Chilling Confession: Fargo Man Admits to Killing Girlfriend Over Meth Dispute
Minnesota Man Faces Major Drug Charges After Failed Meth Deals: Pleads Not Guilty
PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Viking, Minnesota man, Jeremy Aaron Tostrup, 27, waived his preliminary hearing on Tuesday, June 4, and pleaded not guilty to two controlled substance crimes in Pennington County. Tostrup faces charges of third-degree controlled substance sale and conspiracy to commit a first-degree controlled substance crime, each carrying a maximum 20-year… Continue reading Minnesota Man Faces Major Drug Charges After Failed Meth Deals: Pleads Not Guilty
Man Charged with Felony After Disorderly Conduct and Meth Possession at Red Lake River
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On May 16, around 4:16 p.m., police were called to remove Santos Anthony Bower and others who were reportedly drinking at the Red Lake River dam. Bower, 34, of Thief River Falls, has been charged with felony third-degree controlled substance crime (possession of meth in a park zone) and… Continue reading Man Charged with Felony After Disorderly Conduct and Meth Possession at Red Lake River
Meth Sale Sting: Thief River Falls Man Risks 20 Years for Drug Deal
POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – James Richard Shaugabay, 33, from Thief River Falls, faces significant legal jeopardy with potential imprisonment for up to 20 years following his arrest for a drug transaction involving methamphetamine. Shaugabay was formally charged with a third-degree controlled substance sale after his initial court appearance on Thursday, June 6. The charges… Continue reading Meth Sale Sting: Thief River Falls Man Risks 20 Years for Drug Deal
Busted with Meth: Breckenridge Man Sentenced for Violating Restraining Order
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Nathan Mark Hanson, 37, of Breckenridge, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for felony fifth-degree drug possession and misdemeanor violation of a restraining order. According to court records, late on the evening of August 25, 2023, an officer responded to a rural Detroit Lakes residence where a protected… Continue reading Busted with Meth: Breckenridge Man Sentenced for Violating Restraining Order
Thief River Falls Man Pleads Guilty to Meth Sales, Faces Sentencing
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) – In a dramatic courtroom twist, Thief River Falls resident Noah Christopher Dybedahl, 24, has pleaded guilty to third-degree controlled substance sales, shocking the local community. The plea comes after Dybedahl was implicated in a nefarious drug deal involving methamphetamine, as revealed by a probable cause statement filed in the case.… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Pleads Guilty to Meth Sales, Faces Sentencing
Viking man charged after selling meth to informant
Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Viking man has been charged in Pennington County District Court after he allegedly sold 3.1 grams of methamphetamine to an informant in December and conspired to purchase an additional ounce of meth the following month. Jeremy Aaron Tostrup, 27, has been charged with felony offenses of first-degree controlled substance… Continue reading Viking man charged after selling meth to informant