SHOCKING: Pennington County’s Arctic Cat Plant Faces Collapse Amid Textron Deal Uncertainty!

Textron to Suspend Arctic Cat Production Indefinitely Amid Strategic Review

Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — In a surprising twist at the end of the Thief River Falls City Council meeting on Tuesday, March 18, Mayor Mike Lorenson revealed the city has received inquiries from several potential investors interested in Arctic Cat. City leaders remain hopeful that a deal will be reached with Textron Inc., Arctic Cat’s… Continue reading SHOCKING: Pennington County’s Arctic Cat Plant Faces Collapse Amid Textron Deal Uncertainty!

Warroad: Timothy Bahr Jr. Booked by Warroad Police

Timothy J. Bahr Jr.

Warroad (trfnews.i234.me) — Authorities in Warroad, made a significant felony arrest this week. On March 19, 2025, 36-year-old Timothy J. Bahr Jr. was booked into custody by the Warroad Police Department on a felony warrant. At this time, no release date has been provided, and Bahr is being held without bail. His charges stem from… Continue reading Warroad: Timothy Bahr Jr. Booked by Warroad Police

Pennington County Shock: Man Caught Passing School Bus While Child Was Outside

William Ramos

Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — In Pennington County, Minnesota, a disturbing traffic violation has come to light. Authorities report that William Ramos was booked into the Pennington County Jail on March 20, 2025, after allegedly failing to stop for a school bus with a child present outside. Ramos, who stands 5’9″ tall and weighs 160 pounds,… Continue reading Pennington County Shock: Man Caught Passing School Bus While Child Was Outside

Pennington County: Haugen Man Busted for DWI – No Bail in Shocking Arrest!

Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Pennington County man, John Haugen, was taken into custody on March 18, 2025, after being charged with Fourth-Degree Driving While Impaired under case number 25-001145. Haugen, who stands 5 feet 9 inches tall and weighs 130 pounds, is being held at the Pennington County Jail with no bail currently set.… Continue reading Pennington County: Haugen Man Busted for DWI – No Bail in Shocking Arrest!

Pennington County: Michael Mortenson Jailed for Contempt of Court – Disorderly Conduct for Interrupting Proceedings

Michael Mortenson

Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) —  Michael Mortenson was taken into custody on March 17, 2025. The 6-foot-4, 250-pound Mortenson, with brown hair and blue eyes, now faces a charge of Contempt of Court – Disorderly Conduct for Interrupting Proceedings (Case #25-001138). Authorities have confirmed that Mortenson is being held without bail at the Pennington County Jail.… Continue reading Pennington County: Michael Mortenson Jailed for Contempt of Court – Disorderly Conduct for Interrupting Proceedings

Pennington County: Man Held Without Bail for Public Safety Violation

Andrew Stengrim

Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — Authorities have arrested Andrew Stengrim, who is currently being held in the Pennington County Jail with no bail following a charge of driving after cancellation – inimical to public safety. According to jail records, Stengrim was taken into custody on March 13, 2025, and remains behind bars as his case proceeds… Continue reading Pennington County: Man Held Without Bail for Public Safety Violation

PENNINGTON COUNTY: Michael Howard Arrested for Domestic Assault, Held Without Bail

Michael Howard

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — Michael Howard Arrested for Domestic Assault in Pennington County Pennington County authorities have taken Michael Howard into custody on charges of misdemeanor domestic assault. According to jail records, Howard was booked on March 5, 2025, and is currently held at the Pennington County Jail with no bail set at this time.… Continue reading PENNINGTON COUNTY: Michael Howard Arrested for Domestic Assault, Held Without Bail

Minnesota Woman Sentenced to 48 Months for Meth Sales in Pennington County

Krista Rachelle Bergeron

Warren (trfnews.i234.me)— A Minnesota woman has been sentenced to four years in prison after pleading guilty to felony first-degree sale of a controlled substance in Pennington County. Authorities say Krista Rachelle Bergeron, 33, sold approximately 30 grams of methamphetamine to an informant on two separate occasions. She was sentenced on March 3 to 48 months… Continue reading Minnesota Woman Sentenced to 48 Months for Meth Sales in Pennington County

Dulton Martell in Pennington County Jail on 5th-Degree Drug Charges

Dulton Martell

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — Dulton Martell Arrested on Drug Possession Charges in Pennington County Dulton Martell was arrested and taken into custody at Pennington County Jail on March 4, 2025, facing a 5th-degree drug possession charge. Arrest & Charges: 📍 Location: Pennington County, MN📅 Custody Date: March 4, 2025🔗 Case Number: 22026467⚖️ Charge: Drugs… Continue reading Dulton Martell in Pennington County Jail on 5th-Degree Drug Charges

McIntosh Man Charged with Felony Criminal Vehicular Homicide in Pennington County

📍 Pennington County, MN – A McIntosh man is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly driving under the influence, failing to stop at a stop sign, and causing a deadly crash in May 2024 that killed one woman and injured two others. Crash Details 🗓 Date: May 3, 2024⏰ Time: 9:22 p.m.📍 Location: Intersection of… Continue reading McIntosh Man Charged with Felony Criminal Vehicular Homicide in Pennington County

Thief River Falls Man Cited for Property Damage After Disturbance at Hugo’s

Thief River Falls Man Cited for Property Damage After Disturbance at Hugo’s

📍 Thief River Falls, MN – A local man has been cited for fourth-degree criminal damage to property after causing a disturbance inside Hugo’s grocery store and damaging a coworker’s vehicle in the parking lot. Incident Details 🗓 Date: February 5, 2025⏰ Time: 2:34 p.m.📍 Location: Hugo’s, Thief River Falls Police responded to reports of… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Cited for Property Damage After Disturbance at Hugo’s

Newfolden Woman Arrested for Disorderly Conduct in Pennington County

Miranda Timm

📍 Thief River Falls, MN – A Newfolden woman was taken into custody on disorderly conduct charges following a disturbance outside a residence on Stephen Street. Incident Details 🗓 Date: February 2, 2025⏰ Time: 12:11 p.m.📍 Location: 1111 Stephen St., Thief River Falls Authorities responded to reports of a disturbance outside the Stephen Street residence… Continue reading Newfolden Woman Arrested for Disorderly Conduct in Pennington County

Thief River Falls Man Arrested for Domestic Assault & Disorderly Conduct in Pennington County

Jesse Amaya

📍 Thief River Falls, MN – A Thief River Falls man was arrested and charged following a disturbance on Fourth Street West involving threats and property damage. Incident Details 🗓 Date: February 1, 2025⏰ Time: 12:22 p.m.📍 Location: 100 Block of Fourth St. W., Thief River Falls According to authorities, Jesse Amaya, 22, was cited… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Arrested for Domestic Assault & Disorderly Conduct in Pennington County

St. Hilaire Man Sentenced in Pennington County for Failing to Register as Predatory Offender

📍 Pennington County, MN – A 45-year-old man from St. Hilaire has been sentenced for failing to comply with Minnesota’s predatory offender registration laws. 🔎 Case Details: ✔️ Defendant: Robert Jay Carson, 45✔️ Location: Pennington County, Minnesota✔️ Charge: Failure to fulfill predatory offender registration requirements – subsequent offense (felony)✔️ Sentencing Date: February 2025 ⚖️ Sentencing… Continue reading St. Hilaire Man Sentenced in Pennington County for Failing to Register as Predatory Offender

St. Hilaire Man Sentenced for Felon in Possession of Ammunition & Drug Charges in Pennington County

Paul Joseph Hager

📍 St. Hilaire, MN – A 67-year-old man has been sentenced for felony charges after being found with ammunition and methamphetamine while on probation. 🔎 Case Details: ✔️ Defendant: Paul Joseph Hager, 67✔️ Location: Pennington County, Minnesota✔️ Charges: Felon in possession of ammunition (felony) Fifth-degree controlled substance crime – previous conviction (felony)✔️ Sentencing Date: February… Continue reading St. Hilaire Man Sentenced for Felon in Possession of Ammunition & Drug Charges in Pennington County

Thief River Falls Man, Aaron Duane Stevens, Charged with Felony Domestic Assault in Pennington County

Aaron Duane Stevens

📍 Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Aaron Duane Stevens, 29, of Thief River Falls, has been arrested and charged with felony domestic assault following a domestic disturbance at Custom Stay on January 20, 2025, around 4:05 p.m. Incident Details 🔹 Victim’s Account: The victim stated that Stevens returned to the hotel and an argument ensued. During the… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man, Aaron Duane Stevens, Charged with Felony Domestic Assault in Pennington County

Pennington County: Cory Jones Held in Custody on Assault Charges

Corey Robert Jones

Pennington County, MN – Authorities have detained Cory Jones at the Pennington County Jail following his arrest on February 16, 2025. Jones is currently being held with no bail amount set and faces a charge of Assault in the Second Degree – Dangerous Weapon under Minnesota Statute 609.222.1. According to records, Jones remains in custody… Continue reading Pennington County: Cory Jones Held in Custody on Assault Charges

Martin George Arndt of Goodridge Arrested in Pennington County for Alleged Protection Order Violation

Martin George Arndt

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On January 14, 2025, police received a report of a protection order violation. Martin George Arndt, 62, of Goodridge, was cited for domestic abuse—violation of a protection order. He was arrested after allegedly leaving a phone message for a woman who has a protection order filed against him. I’m Chris Harper, reporting… Continue reading Martin George Arndt of Goodridge Arrested in Pennington County for Alleged Protection Order Violation

Kaitlyn Johnson of St. Hilaire Cited After Collision in Pennington County

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On January 10, 2025, at 12:29 p.m., a collision occurred at Eighth Street and LaBree Avenue in Thief River Falls, Pennington County. Kaitlyn Johnson of St. Hilaire drove a 2003 Ford F-150 southbound on LaBree Avenue. After stopping at a stop sign, she attempted to cross Eighth Street and collided with an… Continue reading Kaitlyn Johnson of St. Hilaire Cited After Collision in Pennington County

Pennington County: Kyle Grochowski Charged with Possession of Pornographic Work

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On January 23, 2025, Kyle Thomas Grochowski was taken into custody at the Pennington County Jail. He faces two felony charges under Minnesota Statute 617.247, subdivision 4(a), for possessing pornographic work involving minors. As of now, no bail amount has been set. The court date is pending, with proceedings to occur in… Continue reading Pennington County: Kyle Grochowski Charged with Possession of Pornographic Work

Merrifield Resident Rayne Austin Villa Charged with Felony Theft in Pennington County

Rayne Austin Villa

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Rayne Austin Villa, a 24-year-old resident of Merrifield, has been charged with felony theft in Pennington County District Court. A warrant has been issued for his arrest. The charge follows a report from a Walmart employee on January 3, who had been investigating multiple thefts by the same individual. Surveillance images identified… Continue reading Merrifield Resident Rayne Austin Villa Charged with Felony Theft in Pennington County

Lilianna Guadalupe Garcia Sentenced for Registration Non-Compliance in Pennington County

Lilianna Guadalupe Garcia

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On January 9, 2025, in Pennington County District Court, Lilianna Guadalupe Garcia, 24, formerly of Thief River Falls, was sentenced for failing to fulfill predatory offender registration requirements. The felony charge of predatory offender—knowingly commits act or fails to fulfill registration requirement was dismissed. Garcia, currently residing at the Shakopee correctional facility,… Continue reading Lilianna Guadalupe Garcia Sentenced for Registration Non-Compliance in Pennington County

Aaron Stevens in Pennington County Jail for Felony Domestic Assault

Aaron Duane Stevens

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Aaron Stevens was taken into custody on January 20, 2025, and is currently held at Pennington County Jail. He faces a felony charge under case number 25000020 for domestic assault, as per statute 609.2242.4. No bail amount has been set. His court proceedings will be conducted in the District Court. I’m Chris… Continue reading Aaron Stevens in Pennington County Jail for Felony Domestic Assault

Felony and Misdemeanor Charges Filed Against Arick Walter Broden in Polk County

Arick Walter Broden

Polk County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Arick Walter Broden, a resident of Erskine, Minnesota, has been formally charged with felony domestic assault by strangulation and misdemeanor domestic assault, as documented in court records. The female complainant reported that on January 13th, Broden sent her images depicting himself engaged in sexual activities with other women. Subsequently, after reviewing her… Continue reading Felony and Misdemeanor Charges Filed Against Arick Walter Broden in Polk County

Collision at Highway 32 and Center Street East in Rocksbury Township

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On January 17, 2025, at approximately 3:40 PM, a 2014 Volvo VNL Semi, driven by Kenneth Andrew Nye, 35, of Moorhead, MN, was traveling westbound on Center Street East. Concurrently, a 2017 Ford Explorer, driven by Cassandra Jean Vettleson, 33, of Oklee, MN, was traveling northbound on Highway 32. The two vehicles… Continue reading Collision at Highway 32 and Center Street East in Rocksbury Township

Thomas Smith in Pennington County Jail for Registration Violation

Thomas Vincent Smith

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Thomas Smith, age 52, was detained on January 17, 2025, and booked into the Pennington County Jail. According to available records, Smith’s physical details include a height of 5 feet 10 inches, weight of 215 pounds, gray hair, and blue eyes. Smith faces charges under case number 24000176 for violating Minnesota Statute… Continue reading Thomas Smith in Pennington County Jail for Registration Violation

Norma Ozuna in Pennington County Jail for Drug-Related Charges

Norma Ozuna

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Norma Ozuna, 41, is currently in custody at Pennington County Jail. She is listed as 4’11” in height, weighs 200 pounds, has black hair, and brown eyes. According to official records, Ozuna was taken into custody on January 16, 2025, and faces a 5th-degree drug charge for the sale of a Schedule… Continue reading Norma Ozuna in Pennington County Jail for Drug-Related Charges

Ryder Thompson’s Third-Degree DWI Charge in Pennington County

Ryder Thompson

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Ryder Thompson was taken into custody on January 15, 2025, in Pennington County. He is held without bail. Thompson faces a charge under case number 25000015 for violating statute 169A.26.1(a), specifically third-degree driving while impaired with one aggravating factor, classified as a gross misdemeanor. He is awaiting a court date in District… Continue reading Ryder Thompson’s Third-Degree DWI Charge in Pennington County

Casey Wheeler Arrested for Theft in Pennington County

Casey Wheeler

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Casey Wheeler, a 6ft tall, 160-pound individual with blonde hair and blue eyes, was taken into custody on January 14, 2025, and is currently held at the Pennington County Jail. Wheeler faces a felony charge under case number 24006900 for theft involving the unauthorized taking, use, or transfer of movable property without… Continue reading Casey Wheeler Arrested for Theft in Pennington County

Martin Arndt Arrested in Pennington County for Domestic Abuse Order Violation

Martin George Arndt

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Martin Arndt was taken into custody on January 14, 2025, in Pennington County. He is charged with violating a domestic abuse order for protection under statute 518B.01.14(a), classified as a misdemeanor. Arndt is currently held without bail at the Pennington County Jail. His physical description includes a height of 5 feet 11… Continue reading Martin Arndt Arrested in Pennington County for Domestic Abuse Order Violation

George Cruz Arrested for Second-Degree DWI in Pennington County

George Louis Cruz Jr.

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On December 29, 2024, at approximately 2:05 a.m., law enforcement conducted a traffic stop near the intersection of Pennington Avenue and Nora Street. The driver, George Louis Cruz Jr., 21, was arrested and charged with second-degree Driving While Impaired (DWI) due to the presence of two or more aggravating factors. TRF News… Continue reading George Cruz Arrested for Second-Degree DWI in Pennington County

Pennington County Arrests Matthew Brang for Second-Degree DWI

Matthew Brang

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On January 14, 2025, Matthew Brang was taken into custody by the Pennington County Sheriff’s Office. Brang, who is 6 feet 4 inches tall and weighs 300 pounds, with brown hair and hazel eyes, was booked into the Pennington County Jail without bail. He faces a charge under Minnesota Statute 169A.25.1(a) for… Continue reading Pennington County Arrests Matthew Brang for Second-Degree DWI

Jessica Brummond Arrested in Pennington County for First-Degree DWI and Driving After Cancellation

Jessica Brummond

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Jessica Brummond was taken into custody on January 13, 2025, and is currently held at the Pennington County Jail. She is charged with first-degree driving while impaired (DWI) under Minnesota Statute 169A.24.1(1) and driving after cancellation inimical to public safety under Minnesota Statute 171.24.5. First-degree DWI is a felony offense in Minnesota,… Continue reading Jessica Brummond Arrested in Pennington County for First-Degree DWI and Driving After Cancellation

Thief River Falls Resident Thomas Murphy Arrested for Multiple DWIs in Pennington County

Thomas Paul Murphy

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On December 24 at 8:22 p.m., the Pennington County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a vehicle parked in the middle of an intersection on Wendt Drive. Upon arrival, a deputy found Thomas Paul Murphy, 59, of Thief River Falls, asleep in the driver’s seat of the idling vehicle. Murphy did not… Continue reading Thief River Falls Resident Thomas Murphy Arrested for Multiple DWIs in Pennington County

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

Frank Kaiser of Pennington County Charged with Felony for Failing to Register as Predatory Offender

Frank Anthony Kaiser

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On November 15, Tri-County Probation contacted Pennington County dispatch regarding an individual with an active warrant from Polk County. Frank Anthony Kaiser, aged 38, from Crookston, has been charged with a felony for failing to register as a predatory offender, marking a subsequent offense. The formal complaint was filed on December 27.… Continue reading Frank Kaiser of Pennington County Charged with Felony for Failing to Register as Predatory Offender

Grand Forks Resident John Nogowski Sentenced in Pennington County Drug Case

John James Nogowski

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—John James Nogowski, a 26-year-old resident of Grand Forks, North Dakota, was sentenced in Pennington County for a felony charge of fifth-degree possession of drugs, specifically Schedule I-IV substances or related paraphernalia, excluding cannabis or hemp. The court imposed a 28-month prison sentence, which was stayed for three years, during which Nogowski… Continue reading Grand Forks Resident John Nogowski Sentenced in Pennington County Drug Case

Pennington County Court Sentences Jeremy Ross Lian for DWI Test Refusal

Jeremy Ross Lian

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On September 25, 2024, Jeremy Ross Lian, 42, was arrested in Pennington County for first-degree driving while impaired (DWI) within ten years A gross misdemeanor charge of driving after cancellation—inimical to public safety—was dismissed. For the refusal charge, Lian received a 36-month prison sentence, stayed for three years, and was placed on… Continue reading Pennington County Court Sentences Jeremy Ross Lian for DWI Test Refusal

Pennington County Arrest: Dennis Slack Charged with Gross Misdemeanor

Dennis Slack

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On January 10, 2025, Dennis Slack was taken into custody by the Pennington County Sheriff’s Office. He is charged with driving after cancellation—inimical to public safety, classified as a gross misdemeanor under Minnesota Statute 171.24.5. Revisor Inmate Details Name: Dennis Slack Custody Date: January 10, 2025 Physical Description: Height: 6 feet 2… Continue reading Pennington County Arrest: Dennis Slack Charged with Gross Misdemeanor

Pennington County Arrest: Gregory Nordrum Charged with Drug Possession and DWI Test Refusal

Gregory Nordrum

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On January 9, 2025, Gregory Nordrum was taken into custody and booked into the Pennington County Jail. According to jail records, Nordrum is a 6-foot-1-inch tall, 232-pound male with blue eyes and bald hair. His bail amount is listed as $0.00, indicating he may be held without bail. Charges Filed Nordrum faces… Continue reading Pennington County Arrest: Gregory Nordrum Charged with Drug Possession and DWI Test Refusal

Blake Peterson Arrested in Pennington County for First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct

Blake Michael Peterson

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Blake Peterson was taken into custody on January 7, 2025, and is currently held at the Pennington County Jail. He faces charges under Minnesota Statute 609.342, specifically first-degree criminal sexual conduct involving penetration or contact with a person under 14 years old, where the actor is more than 36 months older than… Continue reading Blake Peterson Arrested in Pennington County for First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct

Thief River Falls Woman Arrested for DWI After Hit-and-Run and Field Crash

Dianne Judith Matson

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On Friday, December 13, 2024, at approximately 6:45 p.m., law enforcement in Thief River Falls responded to a hit-and-run incident involving a 2004 Buick Rainier and a parked 2013 Ford on Arnold Avenue South. The driver of the Buick, identified as 79-year-old Dianne Matson, was reported to have left the scene after… Continue reading Thief River Falls Woman Arrested for DWI After Hit-and-Run and Field Crash

Pennington County Arrest: Amber Suronen Charged with Misdemeanor Domestic Assault

Amber Lynn Suronen

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On January 5, 2025, Amber Suronen, aged 35, was taken into custody. She is charged with misdemeanor domestic assault under Minnesota Statute 609.2242, subdivision 1(2), which pertains to intentionally inflicting or attempting to inflict bodily harm upon a family or household member. Revisor of Statutes Inmate Details: Name: Amber Suronen Custody Date:… Continue reading Pennington County Arrest: Amber Suronen Charged with Misdemeanor Domestic Assault

Recent Legal Proceedings in Pennington County and Thief River Falls 12-31-2024

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—The following summarizes recent legal cases processed by the Pennington County Sheriff’s Office, Thief River Falls Police Department, and Minnesota State Patrol. Pennington County Sheriff’s Office Cases Jessica Elizabeth Wilson, 41, Thief River Falls: Jessica was charged with third-degree DWI with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.16 or greater. She was… Continue reading Recent Legal Proceedings in Pennington County and Thief River Falls 12-31-2024

Fourth-Degree DWI Charge Filed Against Carlos Dorian Moller Sorto in Pennington County

Carlos Moller Sorto

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On December 24, 2024, Carlos Dorian Moller Sorto was taken into custody and charged with a fourth-degree Driving While Impaired (DWI) offense under Minnesota Statute 169A.27.1. This offense is classified as a misdemeanor in Minnesota. Custody and Bail Details Following his arrest, Moller Sorto was held at the Pennington County Jail. Records… Continue reading Fourth-Degree DWI Charge Filed Against Carlos Dorian Moller Sorto in Pennington County

Grygla Area Man Injured in Single-Vehicle Rollover in Pennington County

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—A man from the Grygla area sustained injuries in a single-vehicle rollover accident in Pennington County last week.Authorities report that Michael Jelen was driving a westbound 2009 Dodge Pickup on Center Street East when a deer crossed the road. While attempting to brake, the vehicle slid on ice, entered the south ditch,… Continue reading Grygla Area Man Injured in Single-Vehicle Rollover in Pennington County

St. Hilaire Man Charged with Felony Drug Offenses Following Methamphetamine Sales

Ethan Alexander Johnson

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On December 9, Ethan Alexander Johnson, 26, of St. Hilaire, appeared in court facing charges of felony third-degree sale of a controlled substance and gross misdemeanor drug possession. The felony charge carries a potential sentence of up to 20 years; however, Minnesota state sentencing guidelines suggest a range of 21 to… Continue reading St. Hilaire Man Charged with Felony Drug Offenses Following Methamphetamine Sales

FedEx Truck Slides Off Icy Road into Pennington County Ditch; No Injuries Reported

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On Wednesday morning, a Federal Express (FedEx) delivery truck traveling eastbound at the intersection of Center Street West and Pennington County Trail in Minnesota lost control due to icy road conditions. The vehicle subsequently rolled onto its passenger side and came to rest in a ditch. Sheriff’s deputies responded to… Continue reading FedEx Truck Slides Off Icy Road into Pennington County Ditch; No Injuries Reported

Red Lake Falls Man Faces Drug Charges Following Meth Sale Investigation

PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — A 37-year-old Red Lake Falls man, Nicholas Walter Johnson, waived his Nov. 26 omnibus hearing and entered a plea of not guilty to first-degree sale of a controlled substance in Pennington County. Johnson faces up to 30 years in prison; however, state sentencing guidelines recommend a term between 56 and… Continue reading Red Lake Falls Man Faces Drug Charges Following Meth Sale Investigation

Thief River Falls Couple Accused of Meth-Related Crimes Involving Children

Thief River Falls Pair Charged With Meth Crimes Involving Children THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A pair from Thief River Falls, Minnesota are facing felony charges, including Meth Crimes Involving Children.

Court Cases and Sentences in Pennington County and Thief River Falls: A Legal Overview 11-18-2024

Pennington County Sheriff’s Office cases: Curtis Paul Kingbird, 54, Redby: Charged with second-degree driving while impaired, involving two or more aggravating factors. He was fined $790, sentenced to 364 days in jail with 274 days stayed for four years, and credited for one day served. He can serve the sentence on electronic home monitoring at… Continue reading Court Cases and Sentences in Pennington County and Thief River Falls: A Legal Overview 11-18-2024

Thief River Falls Man Faces Multiple Charges After Violent Confrontation

Caleb Charles Tydlacka

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Thief River Falls man has been charged in Pennington County District Court after he allegedly grabbed a woman by the throat, threw her to the ground, and caused her to hit her head on their child’s crib on Monday, Oct. 28. The woman was unable to breathe at… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Faces Multiple Charges After Violent Confrontation

Middle River Man Sentenced to Over 5 Years for Drug and DWI Charges After Found Passed Out in Vehicle

Brady Ray Veselka

Brady Ray Veselka, 39, of Middle River, was sentenced on Tuesday, August 6, in Pennington County District Court for serious drug-related offenses. Veselka faced felony charges, including third-degree controlled substance crime and first-degree driving while impaired (DWI). For the drug charge, Veselka received a 52-month prison sentence, with credit for 261 days already served. He… Continue reading Middle River Man Sentenced to Over 5 Years for Drug and DWI Charges After Found Passed Out in Vehicle

Thief River Falls Man Arrested for Felony Threats After Confronting Deputy

Paul Joseph Warnke

A Thief River Falls resident, Paul Joseph Warnke, 55, is facing felony charges after allegedly threatening to shoot a sheriff’s deputy during a domestic assault investigation on Friday morning. Warnke was arrested and charged with felony terroristic threats. According to the complaint, a Pennington County sheriff’s deputy was dispatched to an apartment building on Douglas… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Arrested for Felony Threats After Confronting Deputy