Belcourt (trfnews.i234.me) – Federal charges have been filed against Rigoberto Mendez-Morales in connection with a January 10th murder at Sky Dancer Casino and Resort in Belcourt. The victim, a female tribal member, was found dead in her hotel room. The case is being prosecuted in federal court due to the victim’s tribal membership. Details of… Continue reading Belcourt Murder at Sky Dancer Casino: Federal Charges Filed
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Fergus Falls: Attempted Murder Charge After Stabbing
Fergus Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Alexander Sian-Gonzalez of Fergus Falls, Minnesota, is charged in a stabbing that injured his brother-in-law. What the police say happened According to a probable cause statement, officers were sent to a home near South Sheridan Street around 11:21 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 10. The call was reported as a stabbing. Police said… Continue reading Fergus Falls: Attempted Murder Charge After Stabbing
Belcourt: Felony Murder Charge in Casino Death
Belcourt (trfnews.i234.me) — A 58-year-old man from Mandaree is charged with felony murder. The charge follows a homicide at Sky Dancer Casino & Resort. The casino sits on the Turtle Mountain Reservation. Rigoberto Mendez-Morales was taken into custody after a 911 call early Saturday. The victim’s identity has not been released. 911 call and detention… Continue reading Belcourt: Felony Murder Charge in Casino Death
Grand Marais: Co-op Stabbing Leads to Attempted Murder
Grand Marais, Cook County (trfnews.i234.me) A Cook County Co-op employee is facing major felony charges after a stabbing inside the store. Donovan Michael Vondall, 32, of Grand Portage, is charged with attempted second-degree murder. He also faces first-degree assault and second-degree assault charges, according to court documents. What the complaint says happened Court records say… Continue reading Grand Marais: Co-op Stabbing Leads to Attempted Murder
Belcourt: Mendez-Morales Held in Hotel Murder Case
BELCOURT, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A man is being held in connection with a weekend death inside a casino hotel room in Belcourt. The Rolette County Sheriff’s Office confirmed to TRF News that Rigoberto Mendez-Morales is being held on a murder charge. The sheriff’s office also confirmed the FBI is investigating. Officials have not released the… Continue reading Belcourt: Mendez-Morales Held in Hotel Murder Case
Spirit Lake Nation: Murder Probe Underway
SPIRIT LAKE NATION, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A murder investigation is underway at Spirit Lake Nation in North Dakota. Early reports indicate an adult male is dead. Officials have not released the victim’s name. Officials also have not released a suspect description. This is a developing story. Limited Details Released So far, tribal officials have shared… Continue reading Spirit Lake Nation: Murder Probe Underway
Belcourt: Sky Dancer Casino Murder Probe
Belcourt (trfnews.i234.me) — Authorities are investigating an apparent homicide at Sky Dancer Casino in Belcourt. As of this update, officials have not released details on what happened. TRF News has contacted the Rolette County Sheriff’s Office for information. This story will be updated when more facts are confirmed. What we know right now Reports indicate… Continue reading Belcourt: Sky Dancer Casino Murder Probe
UPDATE: Wolverton: Man Charged in New Year’s Shooting
Wolverton, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — A man is charged in a fatal shooting. Investigators say the shooting happened south of Wolverton on New Year’s Day. Myron Johanson is charged with third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter. The charges stem from the death of 22-year-old Jorden Boehm. Court documents say Boehm was shot in the neck inside a… Continue reading UPDATE: Wolverton: Man Charged in New Year’s Shooting
Wolverton: Suspect Jailed After New Year’s Shooting
Wilkin County, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — One man is dead and another man is in jail after an early New Year’s Day shooting near Wolverton. The Wilkin County Sheriff’s Office says the death happened near Wolverton shortly after midnight. Investigators say there is no ongoing threat to the public. The call came in just after midnight… Continue reading Wolverton: Suspect Jailed After New Year’s Shooting
Hillsboro: Attempted Murder Charge in Stabbing
Hillsboro, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) — A Hillsboro man faces felony charges after a stabbing case. Court records describe an apartment incident on December 26, 2025. Robert E. Taylor, 48, is charged with attempted murder and aggravated assault. The case is filed in Traill County. What court records say happened Records say deputies got a 911… Continue reading Hillsboro: Attempted Murder Charge in Stabbing