Alleged Murder Suspect in Thief River Falls Claims Act was for Public Safety

Jorge Luis Benitez-Estremera

PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Eleven months following the tragic death of Steven Opdahl outside DigiKey, chilling details emerge from an omnibus hearing shedding light on the alleged perpetrator’s mindset. Assistant Special Agent Testifies: Ricky Wuori Jr., of the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, recounted his initial interview with Jorge Luis Benitez-Estremera. Wuori described Benitez-Estremera’s… Continue reading Alleged Murder Suspect in Thief River Falls Claims Act was for Public Safety

Grand Forks Teen Accused of Murder Turns 18, Transferred to Adult Correctional Facility

Cazmere Haskins

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a sobering turn of events, Cazmere Haskins, the Grand Forks teen accused of murder, celebrated his 18th birthday this week under far from ideal circumstances. Haskins, who was previously held in juvenile detention, was transferred to the Grand Forks County Correctional Facility. Just weeks ago, Haskins was arrested and… Continue reading Grand Forks Teen Accused of Murder Turns 18, Transferred to Adult Correctional Facility

Moorhead Man Charged with Murder of Unborn Child and Brutal Assault on Woman

Richard Basswood III

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a shocking turn of events, Richard Leroy Basswood III of Moorhead, Minnesota, finds himself at the center of a disturbing crime. Basswood faces charges of murder of an unborn child, along with domestic assault and threats of violence, following a harrowing incident on March 15th. The Incident Officers responded to… Continue reading Moorhead Man Charged with Murder of Unborn Child and Brutal Assault on Woman

Suspect in Larimore Shooting Appears in Court, Faces Murder Charges

Troy Larson

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Troy Larson, the accused in the tragic Larimore shooting incident, made his initial court appearance on April 2 via Zoom from his hospital bed at Altru in Grand Forks. Larson faces severe charges, including murder, attempted murder, and seven counts of reckless endangerment. The bond has been set at $1… Continue reading Suspect in Larimore Shooting Appears in Court, Faces Murder Charges

Grand Forks Teen Held on $500,000 Bond for Alleged Murder

Cazmere Haskins

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Cazmere G. Haskins, a 17-year-old from Grand Forks, faced a daunting $500,000 cash or surety bond during his initial appearance in adult criminal court on Monday, March 18. Haskins stands accused of Class AA felony murder, a charge carrying a maximum penalty of life imprisonment without parole. The alleged incident… Continue reading Grand Forks Teen Held on $500,000 Bond for Alleged Murder

Fatal Stabbing Unravels at Fargo Bar: Court Documents Unveil Chilling Details

Michael Diedrich

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a chilling revelation, newly released court documents shed light on a fatal stabbing incident that rocked SouthTown PourHouse in Fargo during the early hours of March 28th. According to Fargo Police, the scene unfolded when they responded to a distress call around 1:00 am. Upon arrival, officers encountered a harrowing… Continue reading Fatal Stabbing Unravels at Fargo Bar: Court Documents Unveil Chilling Details

Grand Forks Man Faces Attempted Murder Charges After SWAT Confrontation

Jeffrey Simpson Jr.

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a dramatic turn of events, 30-year-old Jeffrey Simpson Jr. from Grand Forks finds himself at the center of a legal storm, charged with multiple serious offenses, including attempted murder. Last Friday, as Grand Forks SWAT team members attempted to execute a probable cause arrest on Simpson for felonies related… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Attempted Murder Charges After SWAT Confrontation

Tragic Altercation: Fargo Man Fatally Stabbed Outside Local Bar

Michael Diedrich

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In the early hours of Thursday, March 28, tragedy struck as 22-year-old Ethan Larson lost his life in a fatal stabbing at Southtown Pourhouse, a popular sports bar in Fargo. Now, 28-year-old Michael Diedrich faces murder charges following his arraignment in Cass County Court. Newly revealed court documents indicate that an… Continue reading Tragic Altercation: Fargo Man Fatally Stabbed Outside Local Bar

Fargo Man Arrested for Murder Following Fatal Stabbing Incident

Michael Diedrich

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a tragic turn of events, what initially began as a stabbing incident in Fargo early Thursday morning has now escalated into a murder investigation. The male victim, whose identity remains undisclosed at this time, has succumbed to his injuries. At approximately 12:57 a.m. on Thursday, Fargo Police responded to a… Continue reading Fargo Man Arrested for Murder Following Fatal Stabbing Incident

Grand Forks Police Identify Victim in Fatal Stabbing Incident

Anfernee Economy

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Tragic news has emerged from the south end of Grand Forks, as authorities have identified the victim of a fatal stabbing that occurred early Thursday morning. According to Lieutenant Jeremy Mole of the Grand Forks Police Department, the deceased male victim has been identified as 24-year-old Grand Forks resident, Anfernee… Continue reading Grand Forks Police Identify Victim in Fatal Stabbing Incident