GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – 27-year-old Alexander Antonio Thompson has appeared in Grand Forks District Court, facing charges of attempted murder and aggravated assault. Thompson’s initial court appearance follows a disturbing incident where he allegedly attempted to strangle a coworker to death using an extension cord. According to the criminal complaint, Thompson engaged in a… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Appears in Court on Attempted Murder Charges
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Grand Forks Man Charged with Attempted Murder: Allegedly Strangled Coworker with Extension Cord
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – On April 22, Alexander Antonio Thompson, 27, engaged in a violent altercation with a coworker at their workplace in Grand Forks. According to witness statements and an affidavit, Thompson allegedly attempted to strangle the coworker during the altercation. He then reportedly used an electrical extension cord to further restrict the… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Charged with Attempted Murder: Allegedly Strangled Coworker with Extension Cord
Cody James Belgarde Sentenced to Over 27 Years for Teen’s Murder and Arson
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Cody James Belgarde, 37, from Saint Michael, Spirit Lake Nation, received a 327-month sentence for killing 17-year-old Leroy Chapin of Parshall on January 14, 2021. The incident involved second-degree murder and arson, with Belgarde shooting Chapin with a shotgun at his own house. He then set the house on fire to… Continue reading Cody James Belgarde Sentenced to Over 27 Years for Teen’s Murder and Arson
Suspect in Minot Shooting Arrested in Fort Wayne
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (trfnews.i234.me) – Fort Wayne authorities have apprehended Quantdre Octavious Mersier, 30, of Minot, who was sought in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred last fall in Minot. Mersier’s arrest comes after a Class AA felony murder warrant was issued against him, as stated by the Minot Police Department. On November 17,… Continue reading Suspect in Minot Shooting Arrested in Fort Wayne
Fatal Stabbing Rocks Downtown Duluth
DULUTH, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Tragedy struck downtown Duluth early Friday morning as one person lost their life in a violent altercation. Duluth Police responded to distressing reports of gunshots and a stabbing in the 100 block of West 1st St around 2:15 a.m. Upon reaching the scene, law enforcement discovered a woman suffering from stab… Continue reading Fatal Stabbing Rocks Downtown Duluth
Mother’s Tragic Act: St. Cloud Woman Sentenced for Dumping Baby’s Body
ST. CLOUD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Fardoussa Omar Abdillahi, 29, has been handed a sentence of over 21 years for the heart-wrenching murder of her own 3-month-old baby. The sentencing comes after Abdillahi pleaded guilty to second-degree intentional murder, shedding light on a dark and distressing episode. In a harrowing account revealed by court documents, Abdillahi… Continue reading Mother’s Tragic Act: St. Cloud Woman Sentenced for Dumping Baby’s Body
Mandan Man Found Guilty of Murder in Bismarck Shooting
BISMARCK, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a decisive verdict, jurors convicted Benjamin Williams, 29, of Mandan, for the murder of Christopher Sebastian, 39, in a 2022 shooting incident in Bismarck. The jury’s decision, reached after less than two hours of deliberation on Monday, could result in Williams facing life imprisonment without parole. Sentencing awaits scheduling, with… Continue reading Mandan Man Found Guilty of Murder in Bismarck Shooting
Hearing held in the TRF murder of Steven Opdahl at Digi-Key
A law enforcement officer testified Tuesday afternoon about his interview with a Thief River Falls man accused of murdering a Digi-Key employee outside of the business in May 2023. Jorge Luis Benitez-Estremera, 33, was indicted last year on felony charges of first-degree murder – premeditated and second-degree murder – intent. He is accused of intentionally killing… Continue reading Hearing held in the TRF murder of Steven Opdahl at Digi-Key
Grand Forks Woman Charged with Attempted Murder for Allegedly Strangling Mother
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a harrowing incident, 20-year-old Brianna Lynn Thomas from Grand Forks faces severe charges of attempted murder and domestic violence after purportedly attempting to strangle her mother. The altercation unfolded on Sunday night, prompting a swift response from law enforcement. According to court records, authorities were summoned to a Grand… Continue reading Grand Forks Woman Charged with Attempted Murder for Allegedly Strangling Mother
Day Care Provider Sentenced to Two Decades for Baby’s Murder: A Heartbreaking Tale of Justice
CARRINGTON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a poignant 2 1/2-hour sentencing hearing, the tragic tale of 5-month-old Reed Nelson’s death unfolded. Before victim impact statements, the medical examiner vividly described Reed’s demise, leaving his family shattered. “You have stolen the joy of us seeing Reed’s first steps, his first words,” lamented Brittany, Reed’s mother. Reed’s brother… Continue reading Day Care Provider Sentenced to Two Decades for Baby’s Murder: A Heartbreaking Tale of Justice