Ogema Man Sentenced to 45 Years for Pine Point Cousin Killing

michael Croud

DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a courtroom drama that shook the community, Michael Croud, 41, from Ogema, Minnesota, faced justice for the tragic death of his cousin, David Hanks, 35, last year in Pine Point. Croud received a severe sentence of 45 years in prison for the heinous act. Here’s a summary of the… Continue reading Ogema Man Sentenced to 45 Years for Pine Point Cousin Killing

Father Sentenced to 10 Years After Toddler Survives Drug Overdose

Alexander Gothberg

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Alexander Gothberg of Grand Forks has been sentenced to 10 years in prison following a harrowing incident in April 2023, where his 2-year-old daughter survived ingesting his drugs. Under a plea deal, Gothberg pleaded guilty to six felonies, including child endangerment and drug-related offenses. In April 2023, Gothberg’s daughter overdosed… Continue reading Father Sentenced to 10 Years After Toddler Survives Drug Overdose

Father Sentenced to More Than 17 Years for Murdering 2-Year-Old Daughter

Dariaz Higgins

AUSTIN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a tragic case that shook the community, Dariaz Higgins, 40, faced sentencing on Wednesday, April 3, for the murder of his 2-year-old daughter, Noelani Robinson, in March 2019. Higgins, already serving a life sentence for another murder, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in Mower County District Court. 1. The Gruesome… Continue reading Father Sentenced to More Than 17 Years for Murdering 2-Year-Old Daughter

Roseau Man Pleads Guilty to Sexual Assault, Faces Decades in Prison

Danny Lee Hamilton

ROSEAU COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Roseau man has admitted his guilt to charges of second-degree criminal sexual conduct involving a minor. Danny Lee Hamilton, aged 61, faces up to 25 years behind bars for the heinous crime committed against a 15-year-old girl. In addition to this charge, Hamilton is also facing two counts of… Continue reading Roseau Man Pleads Guilty to Sexual Assault, Faces Decades in Prison

Day Care Provider Sentenced to Two Decades for Baby’s Murder: A Heartbreaking Tale of Justice

Patricia Wick

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

Former Bemidji Coach Receives 4-Year Prison Term

Jeffrey L. Booge

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jeffrey Booge, a 46-year-old resident of Solway, has been sentenced for two counts of second-degree criminal sexual conduct for assaulting his girlfriend’s daughter. Sentencing Details On April 2, Booge received a sentence of 45 days at Beltrami County Jail, with two days of credit for time served, starting April 12. Additionally,… Continue reading Former Bemidji Coach Receives 4-Year Prison Term

74-Year-Old Bemidji Man Receives 30-Year Prison Sentence for Sexual Assault Crimes

Paul Wayne Swan Sr.

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a landmark ruling, Paul Wayne Swan Sr., a 74-year-old resident of Bemidji, Minnesota, has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for heinous crimes committed against a child. Swan’s sentence comes after he was found guilty earlier this year on five counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct involving a victim… Continue reading 74-Year-Old Bemidji Man Receives 30-Year Prison Sentence for Sexual Assault Crimes