Tag: Sexual

Woman Facing Charges in Cass County, North Dakota Sexual Encounter

CASS COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A woman who’s address is now listed as Texas has returned to make her first court appearance in Cass County, North Dakota court. Melanie Atkinsvahary was allegedly in a sexual relationship with a 16-year old boy.

Disturbing Background Uncovered in Sexual Assault of Children Charges

BECKER COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Raymond Joseph Lacina of Owatonna, Minnesota is charged with child sex crimes in Becker County, Minnesoga. Disturbingly, Lacina also spent his entire career and retirement working with young people as a music teacher.

Betrayal of Trust: Fargo Man Accused of Sexual Relationship with 12-Year-Old Girl

Wyatt Borden

FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A warrant was issued for the arrest of 21-year-old Wyatt Borden on October 30. He is charged with three counts of gross sexual imposition and one count of contributing to the deprivation or delinquency of a minor. According to court documents, the 12-year-old girl was reported missing in May 2023 and… Continue reading Betrayal of Trust: Fargo Man Accused of Sexual Relationship with 12-Year-Old Girl

Granite Falls Man Sentenced to 7.5 Years in Prison for Second-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct

Keanu Labatte, 20, has been out on bail but is now in prison.

RAMSEY COUNTY, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – A judge has handed down a sentence of 7.5 years in prison to Keanu Labatte, a 20-year-old man from Granite Falls, Minnesota after he pleaded guilty to second-degree criminal sexual conduct. According to court documents, Labatte physically and sexually assaulted his girlfriend, a student at St. Catherine University, while keeping… Continue reading Granite Falls Man Sentenced to 7.5 Years in Prison for Second-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct

Two Distinct Criminal Sexual Conduct Incidents in Naytahwaush, MN

Two Separate Cases Of Criminal Sexual Conduct In Naytahwaush, MN NAYTAWAUSH, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Two people have been charged in separate cases of Criminal Sexual Conduct in Naytahwaush, Minnesota.

Sexual Predator Caught: Matthew McCarty’s Year-Long Online Abuse of Minors Exposed

CAVALIER COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — Matthew Alyn McCarty, a 34-year-old man from Hillsboro, Kansas, is being held on a $50,000 bond for his alleged involvement in online sexual contact with minors over a period of several years. According to an affidavit filed in the case, McCarty used various methods to persuade and coerce young girls… Continue reading Sexual Predator Caught: Matthew McCarty’s Year-Long Online Abuse of Minors Exposed

Stephen, Minnesota Resident Charged with Criminal Sexual Offenses

Stephen, Minnesota Man Facing Criminal Sex Charges STEPHEN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Stephen, Minnesota man is facing criminal sex charges. James David Rominski has been charged with Criminal Sexual Conduct and Incest.

Fargo Man Charged with Gross Sexual Imposition: Details of the Incident

Fargo Man Charged with Gross Sexual Imposition: Details of the Incident

FARGO (trfnews.i234.me) – A 38-year-old man from Fargo has been charged with gross sexual imposition following an incident at a hotel on October 18. According to court documents, Richard Natee was accused of engaging in a sexual act with a woman who was sleeping at the time. Fargo Police were dispatched to the hotel after… Continue reading Fargo Man Charged with Gross Sexual Imposition: Details of the Incident

Former Benson Teacher Pleads Guilty to Felony Charges of Sexual Contact with Male Students

Roger Joseph Ebnet

BENSON (trfnews.i234.me) – A former teacher from Benson Public Schools has pleaded guilty to four felony charges related to his alleged involvement in sexual contact with multiple male students. Roger Ebnet, 61, entered a plea of guilty on October 22 at Swift County Courthouse. The charges against him include second-degree criminal sexual conduct involving several… Continue reading Former Benson Teacher Pleads Guilty to Felony Charges of Sexual Contact with Male Students

Neche, ND Man Sentenced to 60 Years for Child Sexual Exploitation

60 Years In Prison For Neche, ND Man On Charges Of Sexual Exploitation Of Children FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Neche, North Dakota man has been sentenced to 60 years in prison on charges of sexually exploiting children for the distribution and possession of child porn.

Five Arrested in Polk County Child Sex Solicitation Sting

Joseph Robert Thompson, 23, and Trey Kyle Soder, 34, both of Crookston

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A joint investigation by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office and Minnesota Bureau of Apprehension has resulted in five arrests for child sex solicitation. The sting operation targeted individuals who used online platforms to solicit children. According to a sheriff’s office press release, Joseph Robert Thompson, 23, and Trey Kyle Soder,… Continue reading Five Arrested in Polk County Child Sex Solicitation Sting

Rap Mogul Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Hit With 6 New Sexual Abuse Lawsuits Amid Ongoing Sex Trafficking Case

Rap Mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs Hit With 6 New Sexual Abuse Lawsuits Amid Ongoing Sex Trafficking Case

New York (trfnews.i234.me) – Rap mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs was hit with six new sexual abuse lawsuits on Monday, including one accusing him of assaulting a minor. The civil suits were filed just a month after Combs was criminally charged for what prosecutors describe as a long-running scheme of sex trafficking and racketeering. Combs’ lawyer… Continue reading Rap Mogul Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Hit With 6 New Sexual Abuse Lawsuits Amid Ongoing Sex Trafficking Case

Pursuing Justice for Child Sexual Assault Victim in Bemidji, Minnesota

Seeking Justice For Child Sexual Assault Victim In Bemidji, Minnesota BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A small group was outside the Beltrami County Courthouse in Bemidji, Minnesota on this Friday afternoon. They’re seeking justice for a child, sexual assault victim. Authorities have 1 suspect in this case, despite earlier claims from the victim there were other victims… Continue reading Pursuing Justice for Child Sexual Assault Victim in Bemidji, Minnesota

Decade of Darkness: 47-Year-Old Man Sentenced to 50 Years in Prison for Heinous Child Abuse

Manuel Martinez Jr.

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Minnesota man has been sentenced to an astonishing 50 years in prison, with 20 years suspended, for his heinous crimes against four young girls. Manuel Martinez Jr., 47, pleaded guilty in June to four counts of Class AA felony gross sexual imposition. The horrific abuse occurred over nearly a… Continue reading Decade of Darkness: 47-Year-Old Man Sentenced to 50 Years in Prison for Heinous Child Abuse

Grand Forks Man Convicted of Gross Sexual Imposition by Jury

Jury Finds Grand Forks Man Guilty Of Gross Sexual Imposition GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks jury on Thursday afternoon found a man guilty of Gross Sexual Imposition.

Predator Behind Bars: Grand Forks Man Charged in Shocking Child Abuse Case

Predator Behind Bars: Grand Forks Man Charged in Shocking Child Abuse Case

GRAND FORKS — A disturbing case of child abuse has come to light in Grand Forks, where a 39-year-old man has been charged with two Class A felony counts of gross sexual imposition. Allen Timothy Dunn faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted of either count. According to an affidavit of probable cause filed… Continue reading Predator Behind Bars: Grand Forks Man Charged in Shocking Child Abuse Case

Fargo Resident Accused of Serious Sexual Misconduct

Fargo Man Charged With Gross Sexual Imposition FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Fargo man has been charged with Gross Sexual Imposition. Garrett Wade Byrd allegedly sexually assaulted a woman at a Fargo apartment.

Warroad Resident Admits to Sexual Assault of a 6-Year-Old Boy

Warroad Man Pleads Guilty To Sexually Assaulting 6-Year Old Boy ROSSEAU, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Warroad, Minnesota man plead guilty today under a plea agreement to sexually assaulting a 6-year old boy in a public restroom at the Warroad City Campground last Summer.

Deputy Accused of Sexual Misconduct with Student Appears in Court

Deputy Charged With Student Sex Appears In Court BAGLEY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Clearwater County Deputy charged with having sex with a student, while working as a Bagley School Resource Officer made his first court appearance Friday. Neil Dolan is now being held in the Beltrami County Jail, according to the BCA.

Child Safety Incident: Alleged Sexual Assault of Boy in Warroad Public Restroom

CHILD SAFETY: Boy Allegedly Sexually Assaulted In Warroad Public Restroom WARROAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) It’s a story out of Warroad, Minnesota that will leaving you thinking twice about ever letting a child enter a public restroom alone.

Shocking Crime: Man Accused of Sexual Assault and Harm to Infant

DISTURBING CRIME: Man Charged With Sexual Assault & Injury Of Baby DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Devils Lake, North Dakota man is charged with sexually assaulting and injuring a baby. If convictied, Matthew Ironshield could be sentenced to life in prison.

Man Charged With Engaging in Sexual Act With Unconscious Woman

Man Charged With Having Sexual Act With Woman Who Was Unaware DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A man has been charged in Devils Lake District Court with having sex with a woman who was unaware a sexual act was being committed.

Woman with Cognitive Disability Reports Sexual Assault

Mentally Impaired Woman Reports Sex Crime POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A mentally impaired woman has reported a major sex crime against a Crookston, Minnesota man. Joseph Johnson has been charged with 1st Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct-Victim Mentally Impaired.

Thief River Falls Resident Receives 45-Year Prison Sentence in Child Sexual Abuse Case

Thief River Falls Man Sentenced To 45-Years Prison In Child Sex Case THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Thief River Falls, Minnesota man has been sentenced to 45-years in prison for a child sex case.

Suspect Previously Charged with Sexual Offenses in Hibbing, Now Accused in Stephen, MN Kidnapping Incident

Suspect Was Facing Sex Charges In Hibbing, Before Alleged Kidnapping Incident In Stephen, MN STEPHEN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have new details regarding what the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department called a possible kidnapping in Stephen, Minnesota. Court documents says the suspect, Julio Clauson already faced sex charges in Hibbing.

Woman Reports Late-Night Intruder Requested Sexual Favors

Woman Says Middle Of The Night Intruder Was Asking For Sex WARROAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Warroad, Minnesota man is facing multiple criminal charges, after allegedly entering a woman’s apartment in the middle of the night, exposing himself and asking for sex.

120 Accusers File Sexual Misconduct Claims Against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs in Explosive Legal Battle

120 Accusers File Sexual Misconduct Claims Against Sean 'Diddy' Combs in Explosive Legal Battle

HOUSTON (trfnews.i234.me) – Sean “Diddy” Combs, one of hip-hop’s biggest names, is facing explosive allegations from 120 accusers of sexual misconduct, with claims spanning from 1991 to the present. Houston attorney Tony Buzbee, representing the victims, announced that lawsuits are expected to be filed in New York and Los Angeles within the month. The accusations… Continue reading 120 Accusers File Sexual Misconduct Claims Against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs in Explosive Legal Battle

Recent Updates in Thief River Falls Criminal Sexual Conduct Case with Minor School Connections

Latest Developments In Thief River Falls Criminal Sexual Conduct Case With Thin Ties To School THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have the latest developments regarding a Criminal Sexual Conduct case in Thief River Falls, Minnesota that has thin ties to the school.

UPDATE: Man in Erskine Arrested on 11 Counts of Child Sexual Assault in Becker County

UPDATE: Man Arrested In Erskine Facing 11 Counts Of Sexual Assault Against Children In Becker County DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A man arrested in Erskine, Minnesota earlier this week is now facing 11 counts of Criminal Sexual Conduct against children.

Update: Progress Made in Bemidji Sexual Assault Case Involving One Suspect

UPDATE: Bemidji Sexual Assault Case Moves Forward With 1 Suspect BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Texas man, charged in connection to the alleged rape of a young girl in Bemidji, Minnesota last September is scheduled to appear in court today. The case is moving forward with 1 suspect, after a dozen illegal immigrant were detained at… Continue reading Update: Progress Made in Bemidji Sexual Assault Case Involving One Suspect

Breaking News: North Dakota School Counselor Accused of Sexual Misconduct with Students Appears in Court

BREAKING NEWS: ND School Counselor Facing Sex Related Charges With Students Appears in Court LAKOTA, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Brendon Parsley a school counselor made his initial court appearance in Nelson County Court in Lakota, North Dakota Friday morning.

Minnesota National Guard Recruiter Charged with Sexual Offenses Involving High School Student

Minnesota National Guard Recruiter Facing Sex Charges Involving High School Student ROSEAU, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Bemidji man is facing sex charges while he worked as a recruiter for the Minnesota National Guard at the Roseau High School.

UPDATE: North Dakota School Counselor Released on Bail Amidst Student-Related Sexual Misconduct Charges

UPDATE: ND School Counselor Posts Bail, Out Of Jail, Sex Related Charges Involving Students. DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Brendon Parsley a North Dakota school counselor facing sex related charges involving students appeared in Nelson County Court in Lakota Friday morning. He was then processed into the jail in Devils Lake where a booking photo was… Continue reading UPDATE: North Dakota School Counselor Released on Bail Amidst Student-Related Sexual Misconduct Charges

EXCLUSIVE: Ramsey County Duo Charged with Sexual Abuse of Mentally Impaired Girl

EXCLUSIVE: Pair In Ramsey County Charged With Sexually Abusing Mentally Impaired Girl DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A man and woman in Ramsey County, North Dakota are each facing 5 counts of Gross Sexual Imposition. They allegedly sexually abused a mentally impaired 15 year old girl for months.

SWAT Apprehends Fargo Sexual Assault Suspect in Early Saturday Operation

SWAT Takes Down Fargo Sexual Assault Suspect Early Saturday Morning FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The Red River Valley SWAT Team took a sexual assault suspect into custody in Fargo early Saturday morning. Travis Holt is facing multiple charges.

EXCLUSIVE: Sexual Assault Survivor Reacts to Overturned Death Sentence for Rodriguez

EXCLUSIVE: Survivor Of A Rodriguez Sexual Assault Reacts To News His Death Sentence Is Dismissed CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Crookston woman, who was the victim of a Alphonso Rodriguez sexual assault in 1974 talks about today’s news that his death sentence for the murder of Dru Sjodin has been thrown out, and he’ll be re-sentenced.… Continue reading EXCLUSIVE: Sexual Assault Survivor Reacts to Overturned Death Sentence for Rodriguez

Child Sexual Abuse Allegedly Captured by Church Surveillance Camera

Alleged Sexual Abuse Of Child Caught On Church Camera GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is charged with sexually abusing a child and the alleged incidents were caught on camera.

Thief River Falls Man Sentenced to 60 Years in Grand Forks Child Sexual Abuse Cases

Thief River Falls Man Given 60 Year Prison Sentence In Grand Forks Child Sex Cases GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Thief River Falls, Minnesota man has been given a prison sentence of 60 years in prison in connection to child sex cases in Grand Forks County, North Dakota. Beau Abrahamson plead guilty to 3 counts… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Sentenced to 60 Years in Grand Forks Child Sexual Abuse Cases

Fargo SWAT Captures Sexual Assault Suspect Linked to Grand Forks County Officer Shooting

Fargo SWAT Takes Down Sexual Assault Suspect, Same Man Involved In GF County Officer Shooting FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The Red River Valley SWAT Team took a dangerous sexual assault suspect into custody in Fargo early Saturday morning. Travis Holt is the same man shot be an officer in Grand Forks County in March of 2019.… Continue reading Fargo SWAT Captures Sexual Assault Suspect Linked to Grand Forks County Officer Shooting

Full Report: Bagley School Resource Officer Accused of Sexual Misconduct with Student

COMPLETE DETAILS: Bagley School Resource Officer Charged With Student Sex BAGLEY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Clearwater County Deputy, who was working as a Resource Officer at Bagley High School has been charged with 2 counts of Criminal Sexual Conduct. According to court documents, Clearwater County Deputy, Neil Dolan had sex with a student at the school.

Colorado Man Sought in Roseau County for Alleged Child Sexual Assault

Colorado Man Wanted In Roseau County For Alleged, Sexual Assault Of Child ROSEAU COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) An arrest warrant has been issued for a Colorado man for the alleged, sexual assault of a child in Roseau County, Minnesota.

Grand Forks Resident Accused of Sexual Assault at Military Air Base

Grand Forks Man Charged With Rape At Air Base GRAND FORKS AIR FORCE BASE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man has been charged with rape at the Grand Forks Air Force Base.

TRF man charged with criminal sexual conduct

Kelvin Herrera Palma

A Thief River Falls man has been charged in Pennington County District Court after he allegedly forced his ex-girlfriend to engage in sexual intercourse while he was armed with a potato peeler. Kelvin Dariel Herrera-Palma, 24, has been charged with felony offenses of first degree criminal sexual conduct, second degree assault with a dangerous weapon,… Continue reading TRF man charged with criminal sexual conduct

Former Minneapolis Coach Indicted on 12 Counts of Child Sexual Assault Faces Life in Prison

Aaron Hjermstad

A grand jury in Hennepin County has handed down a chilling indictment against Aaron Hjermstad, a former teacher and coach already serving time for previous offenses. The 45-year-old faces 12 counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct, accused of assaulting victims all under the age of 13 between 2013 and 2021. Hjermstad, who worked at two… Continue reading Former Minneapolis Coach Indicted on 12 Counts of Child Sexual Assault Faces Life in Prison

Middle River man charged with criminal sexual conduct

Calvin John Rybakowski

A Middle River man has been charged in Marshall County District Court after he allegedly inappropriately touched a girl multiple times. Calvin John Rybakowski, 50, has been charged with felony first degree criminal sexual conduct. He was arrested and remains incarcerated at the Pennington County Jail since the Marshall County Jail is being remodeled. The… Continue reading Middle River man charged with criminal sexual conduct

Middle River Minnesota Man Charged with First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct Involving Minor

Middle River Minnesota Man Charged with First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct Involving Minor

A 38-year-old man from Middle River, Minnesota has been charged with first-degree criminal sexual conduct involving a victim under the age of 14. According to the criminal complaint filed in July, the alleged abuse began when the victim was just 11 years old and continued until she turned 13. The incidents involved inappropriate touching, leaving… Continue reading Middle River Minnesota Man Charged with First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct Involving Minor

Minnesota Man Faces 30 Years for Alleged Repeated Sexual Assault on Minor

Minnesota Man Faces 30 Years for Alleged Repeated Sexual Assault on Minor

MIDDLE RIVER, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Calvin John Rybakowski, a 50-year-old from Middle River, Minnesota, is facing first-degree criminal sexual conduct charges involving a child under 14. In August, Rybakowski allegedly touched the young female victim’s genitals, and the victim has since come forward, reporting that this abuse occurred multiple times. When questioned by investigators, Rybakowski… Continue reading Minnesota Man Faces 30 Years for Alleged Repeated Sexual Assault on Minor

Becker County Inmate Faces New Charges: Allegations of Repeated Sexual Abuse of a Minor

Nicholas Christopher Honer

BECKER COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Nicholas Christopher Honer, currently serving time at the state prison in St. Cloud, Minnesota, is now facing additional charges for previous incidents in Becker County. According to court documents, Honer has been charged with first-degree criminal sexual conduct and two counts of second-degree criminal sexual conduct involving a minor. The… Continue reading Becker County Inmate Faces New Charges: Allegations of Repeated Sexual Abuse of a Minor

NWRCC Jail Roster Highlights: Multiple Felony Charges for Assault, Drug Possession, and Sexual Offenses 9-8-2024

The Northwest Regional Corrections Center (NWRCC) in Crookston, MN, has released its latest jail roster, revealing a number of serious felony charges against inmates ranging from drug possession to assault and sexual misconduct. The list contains 113 individuals currently in custody or recently processed. Among the notable arrests: Joshua Paul Adams, 22, is facing felony… Continue reading NWRCC Jail Roster Highlights: Multiple Felony Charges for Assault, Drug Possession, and Sexual Offenses 9-8-2024

Minnesota Man Faces Felony Charges for Alleged Online Solicitation and Distribution of Sexual Material to a Minor

Da'Jon D. Matanah

CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 26-year-old man from Crookston, Minnesota, Da’Jon D. Matanah, is facing two serious felony charges after allegedly engaging in illicit conversations with a minor via the internet. According to court documents, he has been charged with soliciting child through electronic communications to engage in sexual conduct and distributing via electronic communications… Continue reading Minnesota Man Faces Felony Charges for Alleged Online Solicitation and Distribution of Sexual Material to a Minor

Ponsford Man Indicted for Aggravated Sexual Abuse of a Minor on White Earth Reservation

Joseph Schultz

MINNEAPOLIS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Joseph Schultz, 42, of Ponsford, has been indicted on charges of aggravated sexual abuse and abusive sexual contact involving a minor under the age of 12 on the White Earth Indian Reservation. According to court documents, the alleged abuse occurred between October 1, 2023, and December 31, 2023, within the boundaries… Continue reading Ponsford Man Indicted for Aggravated Sexual Abuse of a Minor on White Earth Reservation

Detroit Lakes Man Sentenced to 12 Years for Child Sexual Abuse and Child Pornography

Nicholas Christopher Honer

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Nicholas Christopher Honer, 48, of Detroit Lakes, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison after being convicted of felony first-degree criminal sexual conduct and possession of child pornography. As part of a plea agreement, three additional charges of criminal sexual conduct and a second possession charge were dropped. The… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Sentenced to 12 Years for Child Sexual Abuse and Child Pornography

Youth Hangout in Crookston Connected to Suspect in Boy’s Sexual Assault Charge

CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Crookston, Minnesota man is facing a 1st Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct charge involving a boy. The suspect also has connection to a youth hangout in that town. * Statement from: “The Cove”: A former Board Member of the Crookston Youth Foundation has been arrested and charged with a horrific crime. This… Continue reading Youth Hangout in Crookston Connected to Suspect in Boy’s Sexual Assault Charge

Grand Forks man to serve 15 years for gross sexual imposition, child abuse

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man, Marcus Arlo Hoffmann, 33, was sentenced on Thursday, August 15, to 20 years in prison, with five years suspended, for committing Class A felony gross sexual imposition and Class C felony child abuse. The case began in early September 2023 when Hoffmann was reported for assaulting… Continue reading Grand Forks man to serve 15 years for gross sexual imposition, child abuse

La Crescent Man Sentenced for Repeated Sexual Assault of Mentally Impaired Teen

CALEDONIA, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – David Laverne Twite, a 66-year-old man from La Crescent, has been sentenced in Houston County District Court after being accused of repeatedly sexually assaulting a mentally impaired woman over the course of five years, starting when she was just 13. Twite was charged with multiple felonies, including two counts of criminal… Continue reading La Crescent Man Sentenced for Repeated Sexual Assault of Mentally Impaired Teen

⚖️ North Dakota Supreme Court Dismisses Two Sexual Imposition Counts in Devils Lake Case

Howard Anthony Studhorse

RAMSEY COUNTY, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – In a significant legal development, the North Dakota Supreme Court has dismissed two counts of gross sexual imposition from the record of Howard Anthony Studhorse, 63, of Devils Lake. This decision came after an appeal revealed that two of the charges duplicated facts from other counts. Originally sentenced on July… Continue reading ⚖️ North Dakota Supreme Court Dismisses Two Sexual Imposition Counts in Devils Lake Case

Fargo Teen Faces 9 Felony Charges for Gun Threats and Sexual Assault

Carter Hammer

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Carter Hammer, a 19-year-old from Fargo, is now facing nine felony charges related to gun threats and sexual assault across three separate incidents. According to court records, Hammer allegedly brandished a gun or BB gun at a group of people on University Drive in Fargo on Monday, leading to four felony… Continue reading Fargo Teen Faces 9 Felony Charges for Gun Threats and Sexual Assault

Justice Served: Paynesville Predator Gets 15 Years for Sexual Assault of Two Girls

Matthew Steinman

STEARNS COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a shocking case from Paynesville, Minnesota, Matthew Steinman has been sentenced to 15 years in prison after being found guilty of sexually assaulting two girls. The 42-year-old was convicted in March for third-degree criminal sexual conduct involving an 11-year-old victim and later pleaded guilty to the assaults on another… Continue reading Justice Served: Paynesville Predator Gets 15 Years for Sexual Assault of Two Girls

Fargo Police Raid Rodeway Inn Following Sexual Assault Report

Update: One person arrested after police respond to Fargo hotel

FARGO (trfnews.i234.me) – A report of a sexual assault led Fargo police to the Rodeway Inn on University Drive South early Friday morning. Sgt. Michael Anderson stated that officers responded to the 4100 block of 4th Avenue S at approximately 7:30 a.m. The victim reported being sexually assaulted at the hotel and mentioned that another… Continue reading Fargo Police Raid Rodeway Inn Following Sexual Assault Report

Fargo Police Arrest Two in Hotel Incident Following Sexual Assault Report

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Early this morning, Fargo police responded to a report of a sexual assault that initially occurred at a different location. At 7:25 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 4100 block of 4th Avenue South. The victim reported that the assault took place at a hotel located at 2200 South University Drive.… Continue reading Fargo Police Arrest Two in Hotel Incident Following Sexual Assault Report

Crookston Man Faces Trial for Alleged Kidnapping and Assault in Grand Forks

Angel Alberto Torres-Sosa

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Angel Alberto Torres-Sosa, 32, of Crookston, is set to stand trial later this year in Grand Forks on four felony charges, including kidnapping and attempted gross sexual imposition by using force, both Class A felonies with a maximum 20-year sentence in North Dakota. He also faces charges of aggravated assault… Continue reading Crookston Man Faces Trial for Alleged Kidnapping and Assault in Grand Forks

📝 Robert James Warren Sentenced for Felony Sexual Conduct in Becker County

Robert James Warren

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Robert James Warren, 35, of Ponsford, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for felony second-degree criminal sexual conduct. A second count of felony second-degree criminal sexual conduct was dropped as part of a plea agreement. According to court records, Warren engaged in sexual touching of a girl under… Continue reading 📝 Robert James Warren Sentenced for Felony Sexual Conduct in Becker County

Frazee Man Charged with Felony Sexual Conduct and Offering Money for Sex

Michael Alan Bacon

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Michael Alan Bacon, 49, of Frazee has been charged in Becker County District Court with felony fifth-degree criminal sexual conduct and gross misdemeanor offering money for sex. According to court records, at about 2 a.m. on February 13, 2024, a deputy was called to a Frazee residence on a report… Continue reading Frazee Man Charged with Felony Sexual Conduct and Offering Money for Sex

Snapchat Nightmare: Minnesota Man Charged with Kidnapping and Sexual Assault

Benjamin I. Bergman

ROCHERT, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Rochert, Minnesota man has been charged with Kidnapping and 1st Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct, after meeting a juvenile female on Snapchat. 44-year-old Benjamin I. Bergman from Rochert, Minnesota has been charged with first-degree criminal sexual conduct and kidnapping after meeting a juvenile female on the popular social media platform Snapchat.… Continue reading Snapchat Nightmare: Minnesota Man Charged with Kidnapping and Sexual Assault

Williston Man Sentenced to 50 Years for Child Exploitation: Shocking Details Emerge

Nicholas Nesdahl

BISMARCK, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Williston man, Nicholas Nesdahl, 29, has been sentenced to 50 years in federal prison on nine counts of producing or attempting to produce images and videos of child sexual exploitation. The charges, stemming from incidents in North Dakota and Pennsylvania, resulted in 30 years for North Dakota offenses and 20… Continue reading Williston Man Sentenced to 50 Years for Child Exploitation: Shocking Details Emerge

Fort Totten Resident Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison in Grand Forks for Sexual Offenses

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Fort Totten, North Dakota man has been sentenced to 12 years in prison, after pleading guilty to sex crimes in Grand Forks County.

Trial Set for Crookston Man Charged with Sexual Assault and Violence

Dale William Sorenson

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Dale William Sorenson, 60, of Crookston, faces multiple serious charges as he prepares for his July trial. Sorenson is accused of second-degree criminal sexual contact and making violent threats—both felonies—as well as fifth-degree assault, a gross misdemeanor. The incident reportedly occurred in September when police responded to a sexual assault… Continue reading Trial Set for Crookston Man Charged with Sexual Assault and Violence

Trial Date Set for Grand Forks Man Facing Multiple Sexual Assault Charges

Wilfredo Alejandro Lopez

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Wilfredo Alejandro Lopez, 23, is slated for trial in August, facing serious allegations of repeatedly sexually assaulting a teenager during 2021. Lopez faces six counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct, with four of these counts carrying a mandatory minimum sentence of 12 years and a maximum of 30 years per… Continue reading Trial Date Set for Grand Forks Man Facing Multiple Sexual Assault Charges

Ponsford Man Sentenced for Revenge Porn: Jail Time and Fines Imposed

DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Matthew Brett Hukriede, 37, of rural Ponsford, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for a gross misdemeanor charge of nonconsensual dissemination of private sexual images. A felony count and a second gross misdemeanor charge were dismissed in a plea agreement. According to court records, on May 19, 2023,… Continue reading Ponsford Man Sentenced for Revenge Porn: Jail Time and Fines Imposed

Minnesota Man Set to Change Plea in Shocking Child Abuse Case

Manuel Martinez Jr.

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Minnesota man’s Thursday, May 23, final dispositional conference in Grand Forks County court was canceled because he plans to change his plea in the gross sexual imposition case. Manuel Martinez Jr., 47, is charged with four counts of Class AA felony gross sexual imposition-victim under the age of 15-defendant… Continue reading Minnesota Man Set to Change Plea in Shocking Child Abuse Case

Grand Forks Man Avoids Trial for Felony Sexual Assault and Burglary Charges Through Pretrial Diversion

Lance Visnar Oliveros

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Lance Visnar Oliveros, 26, was anticipated to stand trial on May 28 for Class A felony gross sexual imposition and Class B felony night burglary. Instead, he has been granted a pretrial diversion agreement, meaning he will not have to go to trial. Oliveros was charged in December 2022 for… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Avoids Trial for Felony Sexual Assault and Burglary Charges Through Pretrial Diversion

Former Youth Pastor Seeks Dismissal of Majority of Sexual Assault Charges

Jackson Michael Gatlin

DULUTH, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jackson Michael Gatlin, 35, a former assistant pastor at Duluth’s Vineyard Church, is pursuing the dismissal of multiple charges related to alleged sexual assaults against five girls. Gatlin, who rejected a plea offer from the prosecution, is opting for pretrial litigation. Gatlin faces 10 felony charges across five cases, primarily involving… Continue reading Former Youth Pastor Seeks Dismissal of Majority of Sexual Assault Charges

Former Olmsted County Deputy Faces Federal Charges for Child Sexual Abuse Offenses

Matthew Richard Adamson

ROCHESTER, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Matthew Richard Adamson, a 45-year-old former deputy from Olmsted County, Rochester, is indicted on multiple federal charges related to child sexual abuse. Indicted on April 11 in the U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota, Adamson faces charges including production and attempted production of child sexual abuse materials, coercion, and… Continue reading Former Olmsted County Deputy Faces Federal Charges for Child Sexual Abuse Offenses

Former Fargo Teacher and Athletic Trainer Sentenced for Sexual Assault Conviction

Levi Tande

FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Former Fargo Teacher and Athletic Trainer Sentenced for Sexual Assault Conviction: Levi Tande, a former Fargo Public Schools teacher and athletic trainer contracted through Sanford Health, was sentenced to three years in prison for sexually assaulting a 15-year-old boy last summer. He changed his plea to guilty during a January hearing.… Continue reading Former Fargo Teacher and Athletic Trainer Sentenced for Sexual Assault Conviction

Cass County Jury Rules in Favor of Woman in Sexual Assault Case Stemming from House Party in Fargo

Cass County Jury Rules in Favor of Woman in Sexual Assault Case Stemming from House Party in Fargo

FARGO (trfnews.i234.me) — A Cass County jury has awarded $250,000 to a woman who was sexually assaulted as a minor during a house party in Fargo in 2019. Brian and Jennifer Berg, owners of the home where the assault occurred, were found 40% liable by the jury. According to court documents, minors at the party… Continue reading Cass County Jury Rules in Favor of Woman in Sexual Assault Case Stemming from House Party in Fargo

Brainerd Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges in Sexual Assault Case

Josep Chiristoper Mendez Macias

BRAINERD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) -Joseph Christopher Mendez Macias, a 31-year-old resident of Brainerd, has been arraigned on Thursday morning on six felony charges of criminal sexual conduct. Stemming from a report filed on Tuesday, April 16, Mendez Macias now faces significant legal consequences for his alleged actions. Charges and Arraignment Mendez Macias appeared in Crow Wing… Continue reading Brainerd Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges in Sexual Assault Case

Fertile Man Pleads Not Guilty to Sexual Conduct Charges Amidst Shocking Allegations

Ilia Grigory Basargin

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a dramatic courtroom scene, Ilia Grigory Basargin of Fertile, Minnesota, stood before the judge on Thursday, April 18, and firmly pleaded not guilty to second-degree criminal sexual conduct charges. The 32-year-old was embroiled in controversy after being accused of engaging in sexual conduct with two juvenile girls, one under… Continue reading Fertile Man Pleads Not Guilty to Sexual Conduct Charges Amidst Shocking Allegations

Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Horrific Crimes Against a Child

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Ja’Haun Kardelle Stafford, 38, appeared in court on Wednesday, April 3, after a preliminary hearing determined probable cause for his case to proceed. Facing grave charges, Stafford pleaded not guilty to sexual and violent offenses against a child. Stafford’s charges include a Class AA felony for gross sexual imposition involving… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Horrific Crimes Against a Child

Alleged Incest and Criminal Sexual Conduct Charges Filed Against Minnesota Man

Clifford Robert Letourneau III

BRAINERD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 48-year-old Ham Lake man faces multiple charges of criminal sexual conduct, including incest, involving his daughter and her roommate in Crow Wing County District Court. Clifford Robert Letourneau III is charged with felony incest and felony third-degree criminal sexual conduct with someone who is mentally impaired or physically helpless. The… Continue reading Alleged Incest and Criminal Sexual Conduct Charges Filed Against Minnesota Man

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