Moorhead: Francis Robert Ochiti Arrested for Premeditated First-Degree Murder

Francis Robert Ochiti

Moorhead (trfnews.i234.me) — Francis Robert Ochiti, age 29, has been arrested by the Moorhead Police Department and charged with premeditated first-degree murder, one of the most severe charges under Minnesota law. Authorities have not yet released additional details surrounding the incident, but the charge indicates intentional and planned actions leading to the victim’s death. Ochiti is… Continue reading Moorhead: Francis Robert Ochiti Arrested for Premeditated First-Degree Murder

Clay County: Aristotle Sigmund Brown Arrested for Premeditated Murder, Burglary & Assault

Aristotle Sigmund Brown

Clay County (trfnews.i234.me) — Aristotle Sigmund Brown, age 43, was arrested by the Moorhead Police Department on November 26, 2024, at 12:44 AM. Brown faces a series of serious felony charges: 1st Degree Burglary – Commit Assault 1st Degree Burglary – Possess Dangerous Weapon 1st Degree Murder – Premeditated 2nd Degree Assault with a Dangerous Weapon… Continue reading Clay County: Aristotle Sigmund Brown Arrested for Premeditated Murder, Burglary & Assault

Jorge Luis Benitez-Estremera Waives Jury Trial in Thief River Falls Murder Case

Jorge Luis Benitez-Estremera

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—A Thief River Falls man accused of first-degree premeditated murder has waived his right to a jury trial in favor of a stipulated evidence trial, where a judge will determine the verdict based on agreed-upon facts and legal arguments. Case Background Jorge Luis Benitez-Estremera, 34, is charged with: First-degree premeditated murder… Continue reading Jorge Luis Benitez-Estremera Waives Jury Trial in Thief River Falls Murder Case