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

Highway 63 / West River Road, CASCADE TWP, Olmsted County Crash 2024-04-09 15:33:31

Incident Incident type: Injury ICR: 24101632 Date/Time: 04/09/2024 09:35   District: 2100 Rochester Case Information Contact: 507-923-2040 Media Contact: Sgt. Troy Christianson (507) 923-2050   Location: Highway 63 / West River Road, CASCADE TWP, Olmsted County   Description: Chevy Pickup westbound on Highway 63 (75th Street), went into south ditch and struck a tree.  … Continue reading Highway 63 / West River Road, CASCADE TWP, Olmsted County
Crash 2024-04-09 15:33:31

Red Flag Warning: Critical Fire Danger Alert for Western Red River Valley

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – The National Weather Service (NWS) in Grand Forks has issued a Red Flag Warning for areas west of the Red River Valley, signaling critical fire danger for Friday, April 5th, from noon until 7 pm. This warning comes amidst dry conditions and gusty winds, which significantly elevate the risk of… Continue reading Red Flag Warning: Critical Fire Danger Alert for Western Red River Valley

Thief River Falls Woman Cited for Theft at Hugo’s

Amanda Faye Prosise

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On March 29 at 12:56 p.m., authorities responded to a theft report at Hugo’s in Thief River Falls. Amanda Faye Prosise, 42, has been cited for theft following the incident. Prosise allegedly attempted to steal two cans of food and a container of prepared chicken from the store. However,… Continue reading Thief River Falls Woman Cited for Theft at Hugo’s

Traffic Stop Leads to Multiple Charges for Thief River Falls Woman

Kaylee Christine Kringen

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a late-night encounter on March 27, around 8:43 p.m., authorities conducted a routine traffic stop at the junction of Highway 1 East and Sherwood Avenue. The stop resulted in the arrest of Kaylee Christine Kringen, 26, from Thief River Falls, on serious charges. Kringen faces charges of third-degree… Continue reading Traffic Stop Leads to Multiple Charges for Thief River Falls Woman

Vivian Grace Coan Arrested for DWI After Bizarre Incident in Thief River Falls

Vivian Grace Coan

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Thief River Falls was rattled by an unusual incident on March 11, around 5:50 p.m., when police responded to reports of an accident outside 703 State Ave. N. Vivian Grace Coan, a 20-year-old resident, found herself at the center of the commotion as she was charged with third-degree DWI.… Continue reading Vivian Grace Coan Arrested for DWI After Bizarre Incident in Thief River Falls

Walmart Heist: Two Women Charged in Thief River Falls Theft

Jane Marie Drury

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a recent development, Tammy Lynn Brummitt, 47, and Jane Marie Drury, 67, both residents of Thief River Falls, find themselves in legal trouble after being charged with aiding and abetting gross misdemeanor theft. The charges, filed on March 13 for Brummitt and March 12 for Drury, are the… Continue reading Walmart Heist: Two Women Charged in Thief River Falls Theft

Predator’s Neglect: Thief River Falls Man Faces Felony Charges for Registration Violation

Steven Glen Bruyere

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Steven Glen Bruyere, a 65-year-old resident of Thief River Falls, finds himself in legal trouble as he’s charged with two felony counts of failing to fulfill the registration requirements as a predatory offender – his first offense. The complaint against Bruyere was filed on March 13, marking a significant… Continue reading Predator’s Neglect: Thief River Falls Man Faces Felony Charges for Registration Violation

Thief River Falls Man Charged with Felony Domestic Assault and Interference with 911 Call

Leonard Joseph Graham Jr

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In the early hours of March 16, at 2:48 a.m., authorities responded to a distress call reporting a domestic assault in the 700 block of First St. W. in Thief River Falls. The suspect, Leonard Joseph Graham Jr., aged 31, now faces serious charges in connection with the incident.… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Charged with Felony Domestic Assault and Interference with 911 Call

Investigation Ongoing: Woman Struck by Vehicle in Thief River Falls

THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – The police are actively investigating a distressing incident where a female pedestrian was struck by a vehicle. According to Marissa Adam, the Police Chief of Thief River Falls, the unfortunate event occurred on February 25th, around 7:30 p.m. The victim was walking her dogs at Third Street and Night… Continue reading Investigation Ongoing: Woman Struck by Vehicle in Thief River Falls