Roseau County (trfnews.i234.me)—In a recent development in Roseau County, Minnesota, Daniel A. McGuire, aged 52, was arrested on April 2, 2025, by the Roseau Police Department. He faces charges of second-degree driving while impaired (DWI), a gross misdemeanor, with two or more aggravating factors. This incident has shed light on the stringent enforcement of impaired… Continue reading Roseau County Man Arrested for Second-Degree DWI with Aggravating Factors
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Clay County Man Arrested for 3rd Degree DWI in Washington County
Washington County (trfnews.i234.me) — A 64-year-old man, Kevin David Sistrunk, has been booked into the Washington County Jail following a 3rd Degree DWI arrest late Friday night, March 28, 2025. Authorities say Sistrunk was taken into custody after allegedly operating a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol content over the legal limit of 0.08. According… Continue reading Clay County Man Arrested for 3rd Degree DWI in Washington County
Brian Crabtree Arrested in Beltrami County for Multiple DWI Offenses
BELTRAMI COUNTY, MN – Brian Crabtree was taken into custody on March 14, 2025, at Beltrami County Jail on multiple counts of driving while impaired (DWI) involving controlled substances. Charge Details: 
Case #25-003838 Charges: 169A.20.1(2) – DWI – Operating a Motor Vehicle Under the Influence of a Controlled Substance (Gross Misdemeanor) 169A.20.1(7) – DWI… Continue reading Brian Crabtree Arrested in Beltrami County for Multiple DWI Offenses
Adam Thomas Nelson Arrested for DUI Refusal in Polk County
POLK COUNTY, MN – Authorities in Polk County arrested Adam Thomas Nelson, 38, on March 13, 2025, for gross misdemeanor DUI – refusing to submit to a chemical test, in violation of Minnesota Statute 169A.20.2 [4]. Under Minnesota’s implied consent law, drivers lawfully arrested for DUI (Driving Under the Influence) must submit to a chemical… Continue reading Adam Thomas Nelson Arrested for DUI Refusal in Polk County
Beltrami County Arrest: Bella Brown Booked for Multiple DWI Charges
BELTRAMI COUNTY, MN – Bella Brown, a Beltrami County resident, was booked into custody at the Beltrami County Jail on March 8, 2025, facing multiple felony and gross misdemeanor charges related to DWI and traffic violations. Charges Against Brown Include: 171.24.5 – Driving After Cancellation – Inimical to Public Safety (Gross Misdemeanor) 169A.20.1(3) –… Continue reading Beltrami County Arrest: Bella Brown Booked for Multiple DWI Charges
Jessica Brummond Arrested in Beltrami County for DWI and Traffic Violations
BELTRAMI COUNTY, MN – Jessica Brummond, a Beltrami County resident, is currently being held without bail at the Beltrami County Jail after being booked on March 10, 2025. Brummond is facing multiple felony and gross misdemeanor charges related to DWI and driving violations. Charges Against Brummond Include: 169A.20.1(7) – DWI – Operating a Motor… Continue reading Jessica Brummond Arrested in Beltrami County for DWI and Traffic Violations
Pennington County: Francisco Cuevas Jailed on DWI Charge – Court Hearing Pending
Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — Francisco Cuevas has been booked into Pennington County Jail as of March 22, 2025, following a 4th-degree DWI charge. Cuevas, listed at 5’9″ tall and weighing 215 pounds, is currently being held without bail, according to jail records. Cuevas is facing a misdemeanor charge under Minnesota Statute 169A.27.1, related to Fourth-Degree Driving… Continue reading Pennington County: Francisco Cuevas Jailed on DWI Charge – Court Hearing Pending
Dustin Robert O’Neill Arrested for Third-Degree DUI in Polk County
POLK COUNTY, MN – Authorities in Polk County arrested Dustin Robert O’Neill, 29, on March 9, 2025, for third-degree DUI – driving while impaired with one aggravating factor, in violation of Minnesota Statute 169A.26.1(a) [2]. Under Minnesota law, a third-degree DUI is classified as a gross misdemeanor and is charged when a driver operates a… Continue reading Dustin Robert O’Neill Arrested for Third-Degree DUI in Polk County
Dennis Eugene Gagnon Jr. Arrested in Polk County for First-Degree DUI
POLK COUNTY, MN – Law enforcement officers in Polk County arrested Dennis Eugene Gagnon Jr., 44, on March 13, 2025, for First-Degree Driving While Impaired (DUI) under Minnesota Statute 169A.24.1. First-degree DUI is classified as a felony in Minnesota and is typically charged in cases where the individual has prior DUI convictions or aggravating factors… Continue reading Dennis Eugene Gagnon Jr. Arrested in Polk County for First-Degree DUI
Jacob Iver Hagan Arrested for Felony DUI in Polk County
POLK COUNTY, MN – Law enforcement officials in Polk County arrested Jacob Iver Hagan, 39, on March 7, 2025, for felony DUI – operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol, in violation of Minnesota Statute 169A.20.1(1) [1]. Under Minnesota law, a DUI offense can escalate to a felony if the driver has prior… Continue reading Jacob Iver Hagan Arrested for Felony DUI in Polk County
Beltrami County Man Arrested for DWI, Chemical Test Refusal, and Fleeing Police
Beltrami County, MN – Miguel Carmona was arrested on February 10, 2025, and booked into the Beltrami County Jail on multiple charges, including DWI, refusal to submit to a chemical test, and fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle. He is currently being held without bail, awaiting a hearing in District Court. Charge Details… Continue reading Beltrami County Man Arrested for DWI, Chemical Test Refusal, and Fleeing Police
Beltrami County Man Arrested for DWI Under the Influence of Controlled Substance
Beltrami County, MN – Jerome Strong was arrested on February 10, 2025, and booked into the Beltrami County Jail on multiple DWI-related charges. He is currently being held without bail, awaiting a hearing in District Court. Charge Details 
Traffic – DWI – Operate Motor Vehicle Under Influence of Controlled Substance (Minnesota Statute 169A.20.1(2)) –… Continue reading Beltrami County Man Arrested for DWI Under the Influence of Controlled Substance
Beltrami County Man Arrested for DWI and Third-Degree Driving While Impaired
Beltrami County, MN – Kenneth Thompson was arrested and booked into the Beltrami County Jail on February 8, 2025, facing multiple DWI-related charges. According to court records, Thompson has been charged with: Traffic – DWI – Operate Motor Vehicle Under Influence of Alcohol (Minnesota Statute 169A.20.1(1)) – Gross Misdemeanor Traffic – DWI – Third-Degree Driving… Continue reading Beltrami County Man Arrested for DWI and Third-Degree Driving While Impaired
Polk County Woman Arrested for DUI – Operating Vehicle Under Influence of Schedule I/II Drugs
Polk County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—A Polk County woman, Mindy Lynn Kloos, was arrested on February 14, 2025, for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) after allegedly operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of Schedule I or II drugs, excluding marijuana. She was charged under Minnesota Statute 169A.20.1(7), which covers impaired driving due to controlled substances.… Continue reading Polk County Woman Arrested for DUI – Operating Vehicle Under Influence of Schedule I/II Drugs
Thief River Falls Man Cited for DWI After Crashing Into Parked Vehicle
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—A local man was cited for DWI after his vehicle struck a parked truck Wednesday evening, according to Thief River Falls police. Authorities say Larry Lee was driving a 2025 Jeep when he hit a 2021 GMC Sierra that was legally parked on the side of the road. Crash Details … Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Cited for DWI After Crashing Into Parked Vehicle
Eric Shepard Arrested in Clearwater County, MN for DWI Refusal, Drug Possession, and Driving After Cancellation
CLEARWATER COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Eric Shepard, 41, was booked into Clearwater County Jail on January 27, 2025, after being arrested for multiple traffic and drug-related offenses, including DWI refusal, possession of a controlled substance, and driving after cancellation-inimical to public safety (CANCIPS). Booking Details: Name: Eric Shepard Age: 41 Location: Clearwater County, MN Booking Date: January… Continue reading Eric Shepard Arrested in Clearwater County, MN for DWI Refusal, Drug Possession, and Driving After Cancellation
Joshua E. Nelson Arrested in Roseau County, MN for Third-Degree DWI
ROSEAU COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Joshua E. Nelson, 46, was booked into Roseau County Jail on February 1, 2025, after being arrested by the Minnesota State Patrol for third-degree driving while impaired (DWI), a gross misdemeanor offense with an aggravating factor. Booking Details: Name: Joshua E. Nelson Age: 46 Location: Roseau County, MN Booking Date: February 1,… Continue reading Joshua E. Nelson Arrested in Roseau County, MN for Third-Degree DWI
James Gabriel Adams-Hietala Arrested for Drug-Related DWI in Becker County, MN
BECKER COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—James Gabriel Adams-Hietala, 46, was arrested on January 27, 2025, in Becker County for Driving While Impaired (DWI) – Operating a Motor Vehicle with Any Amount of Schedule I/II Drugs or Metabolites (excluding cannabis/hemp). Booking Details: Name: James Gabriel Adams-Hietala Age: 46 Location: Becker County, MN Booking Date: January 27, 2025 Estimated… Continue reading James Gabriel Adams-Hietala Arrested for Drug-Related DWI in Becker County, MN
Brock Francis Leiran Arrested in Becker County, MN for DWI and Driving After Revocation
BECKER COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Brock Francis Leiran, 18, was booked into Becker County Jail on February 1, 2025, facing multiple DWI-related charges, including driving with a revoked license and operating a vehicle with a BAC of 0.08 or higher. Booking Details: Name: Brock Francis Leiran Age: 18 Location: Becker County, MN Booking Date: February 1, 2025… Continue reading Brock Francis Leiran Arrested in Becker County, MN for DWI and Driving After Revocation
Nea Marie Keezer of Polk County Arrested for DUI While Under the Influence of a Controlled Substance
Polk County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Nea Marie Keezer, born August 13, 1982, was arrested on January 28, 2025, in Polk County for driving under the influence (DUI) of a controlled substance, a misdemeanor offense under Minnesota Statute 169A.20.1(2). According to Minnesota law, operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of drugs can lead to severe penalties,… Continue reading Nea Marie Keezer of Polk County Arrested for DUI While Under the Influence of a Controlled Substance
Brett James Larson of Polk County Arrested for First-Degree DUI – Felony Charge
Polk County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Brett James Larson, born June 8, 1987, was arrested on January 28, 2025, in Polk County for first-degree DUI, a felony offense under Minnesota Statute 169A.24.1. A first-degree DUI in Minnesota is classified as a felony and is typically charged when an individual has three or more prior DUI convictions within ten… Continue reading Brett James Larson of Polk County Arrested for First-Degree DUI – Felony Charge
Thief River Falls Man Arrested for Fourth-Degree DWI and License Violation
Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On December 1 at 12:45 a.m., law enforcement conducted a traffic stop near the intersection of Fifth Street West and Arnold Avenue North in Thief River Falls. The driver, identified as 32-year-old Brian Bautista Sevilla, was cited for fourth-degree driving while impaired (DWI) and operating a vehicle without a valid driver’s license.… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Arrested for Fourth-Degree DWI and License Violation
Christopher Alexander Romero Arrested for Second-Degree DUI with Aggravating Factors
Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On November 4, 2024, Christopher Alexander Romero, born on March 15, 1992, was charged with second-degree driving under the influence (DUI) in Minnesota. The charge specifies multiple impairments and aggravating factors, categorized under Minnesota Statute 169A.25.1(a). This law addresses severe DUI offenses involving at least two or more prior incidents or… Continue reading Christopher Alexander Romero Arrested for Second-Degree DUI with Aggravating Factors
Arrested: DUI Charge Filed Against Minnesota Resident
Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Benjamin John Preston, born on July 6, 1987, has been charged with first-degree driving while impaired under Minnesota Statute 169A.24.1. The incident occurred on April 18, 2024, and falls under traffic-related DUI offenses categorized as a felony. First-degree DUI in Minnesota is a serious charge that often results from prior convictions… Continue reading Arrested: DUI Charge Filed Against Minnesota Resident
Scott Michael Herman Charged with Second-Degree DUI
Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Scott Michael Herman, born October 15, 1979, was charged with second-degree DUI under Minnesota Statute 169A.25.1(b) on November 6, 2024. The charges include driving while impaired and refusing to submit to a chemical test as required by law. Further legal proceedings are expected to address these allegations, following standard protocols for… Continue reading Scott Michael Herman Charged with Second-Degree DUI
Dean Matthew Gunderson Arrested for Third-Degree DUI
Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Dean Matthew Gunderson, born on October 2, 1980, was arrested on December 6, 2024, for third-degree driving under the influence (DUI). The charges include operating a motor vehicle while impaired with one aggravating factor as defined by Minnesota statute 169A.26.1(a). This statute pertains to gross misdemeanor DUI offenses involving elevated circumstances,… Continue reading Dean Matthew Gunderson Arrested for Third-Degree DUI