Lakeville Man Indicted for First-Degree Murder in Sister’s Death

Jack Joseph Ball

Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On May 23, 2024, at approximately 6 p.m., Bethany Ann Israel, aged 30, visited her brother, Jack Joseph Ball, aged 23, at his residence in Lakeville, Minnesota, for dinner. After several hours without communication, family members became concerned. Around 11 p.m., their mother went to Ball’s home to check on Israel. Upon… Continue reading Lakeville Man Indicted for First-Degree Murder in Sister’s Death

St. Paul Kidnapping Linked to Mexican Cartel: Three Suspects Charged

Erling Soren Holdahl,Kendra Sue Johnson,Richar Sanchez Mujica

Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On January 7, 2025, law enforcement officials arrested three individuals in connection with a kidnapping incident in St. Paul, Minnesota, linked to a Mexican drug cartel. The suspects are identified as: Richar Sanchez Mujica, 30, of Minneapolis Erling Soren Holdahl, 48, of White Bear Lake Kendra Sue Johnson, 39, of Minneapolis Incident… Continue reading St. Paul Kidnapping Linked to Mexican Cartel: Three Suspects Charged

Thief River Falls Resident Cassandra Horgeshimer Charged with Felony Theft at Walmart

Cassandra Mae Horgeshimer

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On September 27, law enforcement responded to a reported theft at the Walmart located in Thief River Falls, Minnesota. The individual involved, identified as 44-year-old Cassandra Mae Horgeshimer of Thief River Falls, has been formally charged with felony theft. A mug shot is unavailable, as Horgeshimer received a court summons rather than… Continue reading Thief River Falls Resident Cassandra Horgeshimer Charged with Felony Theft at Walmart

Warroad Man Sentenced to 14.5 Years for Wife’s Murder

David Allen Corneliusen, center, is flanked by two images of Mary Corneliusen

ROSEAU COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Warroad man, David Allen Corneliusen, 65, received a 14.5-year prison sentence on Monday, December 16, for the murder of his wife. Corneliusen entered a Norgaard plea in October, admitting to second-degree intentional, but not premeditated, murder. A Norgaard plea indicates that while the defendant acknowledges committing the crime, they… Continue reading Warroad Man Sentenced to 14.5 Years for Wife’s Murder

Cass Lake Man Charged with Second-Degree Murder in Puposky Incident

Scott Schulman

Beltrami County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On May 21, 2021, at approximately 2:00 AM, Beltrami County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a reported assault at a residence on the 1000 block of Durand Drive NW in Puposky, Minnesota. Upon arrival, deputies observed Scott Schulman, a 21-year-old male from Cass Lake, outside the residence holding a piece of… Continue reading Cass Lake Man Charged with Second-Degree Murder in Puposky Incident

Minnesota Man Charged with First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct

Joseph Robert Thompson

Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Joseph Robert Thompson, born October 8, 2001, has been charged with first-degree criminal sexual conduct under Minnesota statute 609.342.1(a). The allegations involve penetration or contact with a person under the age of 13, where the accused is more than 36 months older than the victim. The charges were filed on November… Continue reading Minnesota Man Charged with First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct

Julian Rivera Charged with Felony Domestic Assault in Minnesota

Julian Rivera

Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Julian Rivera, born on January 3, 1980, was charged with felony domestic assault on September 4, 2024. The charges, filed under Minnesota Statute {609.2242.4}, classify the incident as a serious offense. No further details about the case or court proceedings have been disclosed at this time. I’m Chris Harper reporting for… Continue reading Julian Rivera Charged with Felony Domestic Assault in Minnesota

Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges After Golf Cart, ATV, and Burglary Incidents in Minnesota

James Lawrence TeJohn

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – James Lawrence TeJohn, 39, of rural Cass Lake, Minnesota, is facing multiple charges in Becker County District Court, including felony third-degree burglary, felony theft, and misdemeanor property damage. On August 18, 2024, TeJohn allegedly drove a golf cart through a yard, driveway, and wire fence in the Long Lake Drive… Continue reading Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges After Golf Cart, ATV, and Burglary Incidents in Minnesota

Minnesota Man Sentenced for Possession of Illegal Materials

Jamison Michael Nelson

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jamison Michael Nelson, 48, formerly of Detroit Lakes, was sentenced in Becker County District Court on three felony counts of possessing illegal materials on a computer. Three additional counts were dismissed under a plea agreement. Court records indicate that on February 11, 2016, the National Center for Missing and Exploited… Continue reading Minnesota Man Sentenced for Possession of Illegal Materials

Report Dated August 2nd: Suspect Eric Reinbold Charged with Murder in Wife’s Fatal Stabbing

AUGUST 2ND REPORT: Suspect, Eric Reinbold Charged With Murder In Stabbing Death Of Wife OKLEE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Two charges of 2nd Degree Murder have been filed against Eric Reinbold of Oklee, Minnesota for allegedly stabbing to death his wife on July 9th, 2021. Reinbold remains at large and the subject of a major manhunt by… Continue reading Report Dated August 2nd: Suspect Eric Reinbold Charged with Murder in Wife’s Fatal Stabbing

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Thief River Falls Woman Faces Felony Burglary Charge After Violent Camper Incident

Annamarie Reid

THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Annamarie Reid of Thief River Falls is facing serious charges following a violent altercation in her ex-boyfriend’s camper. According to court records, on September 22nd, Reid allegedly broke into the camper, destroyed a television, and assaulted both her ex-boyfriend and another woman present. The male victim sustained an injury… Continue reading Thief River Falls Woman Faces Felony Burglary Charge After Violent Camper Incident

Minneapolis Shooting: 2 Killed, 3 Injured in Downtown Gunfire

MINNEAPOLIS (trfnews.i234.me) – Minneapolis police are investigating a tragic shooting in downtown that left two men dead and three women injured early Saturday morning. Officers responding to a fight near 5th Street and Hennepin Avenue just before 2 a.m. heard gunshots and found five people shot. Two men, ages 20 and 21, died at the… Continue reading Minneapolis Shooting: 2 Killed, 3 Injured in Downtown Gunfire

Vergas Man Pleads Guilty to Bar Burglary and Gun Theft

Donald Merrill Jr.

OTTER TAIL CO., Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — Donald Merrill Jr., a 25-year-old from Vergas, Minnesota, has pleaded guilty to the burglary of Billy’s Corner Bar and Grill. The crime occurred in late March when Merrill smashed the front window of the bar and stole a handgun that was intended to be raffled off. According to court… Continue reading Vergas Man Pleads Guilty to Bar Burglary and Gun Theft

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

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 Woman Sentenced for Felony Drug and DWI Charges

Amy Marie Reierson, 45, of Thief River Falls, has been sentenced for felony drug possession and DWI charges following her February 3rd arrest. Reierson was found asleep in a parked, idling vehicle, where law enforcement discovered methamphetamine, marijuana, and drug paraphernalia. For the felony charge of fifth-degree controlled substance possession, Reierson received a four-year stay… Continue reading Thief River Falls Woman Sentenced for Felony Drug and DWI Charges

Jennifer Stately’s Case Moves to Federal Court: Facing Multiple Charges in the Tragic Deaths of Her Sons

Jennifer Stately's Case Moves to Federal Court: Facing Multiple Charges in the Tragic Deaths of Her Sons

RED LAKE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – We have an important update in the ongoing legal proceedings against Jennifer Stately of Red Lake, Minnesota, who is accused of the tragic murders of her two young sons. On March 15th, 2024, Stately allegedly stabbed her five and six-year-old sons and then set their home on fire. One of… Continue reading Jennifer Stately’s Case Moves to Federal Court: Facing Multiple Charges in the Tragic Deaths of Her Sons

Aurora Shooting Scare: Woman Escapes Gunfire by Tripping, Suspect in Custody

Aurora Shooting Scare: Woman Escapes Gunfire by Tripping, Suspect in Custody

AURORA, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A woman in Aurora, Minnesota, had a narrow escape during a shooting incident on Monday evening when she tripped just as the suspect fired a shot, causing the bullet to miss her. The East Range Police Department provided an update on the harrowing event that unfolded at 13 East 3rd Avenue… Continue reading Aurora Shooting Scare: Woman Escapes Gunfire by Tripping, Suspect in Custody