Ramsey County, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A North Dakota inmate is seeking a new murder trial. Case background Werner Wolfgang Kunkel was convicted by a jury in August 1995. Jurors found him guilty in the 1986 killing of Gilbert Fassett. Fassett’s body was found on Aug. 10, 1986. It was found in the Fort Totten area… Continue reading Fort Totten: New Trial Bid Claims Hidden Witnesses
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Spirit Lake Nation: Juvenile Held in JC Davis Death
SPIRIT LAKE NATION, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A juvenile suspect is in custody after a homicide on the Spirit Lake Reservation, according to the Spirit Lake Tribal Council. The council identified the victim as Jesse Clark Davis. Family and community members knew him as JC. The Spirit Lake Tribal Council said the homicide occurred on Sunday,… Continue reading Spirit Lake Nation: Juvenile Held in JC Davis Death
Spirit Lake Nation: Homicide Probe, FBI Assisting
SPIRIT LAKE RESERVATION, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A murder investigation is underway at Spirit Lake Nation. Tribal public relations specialist Vicki Alberts confirmed a homicide on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026. Alberts said local law enforcement and the FBI are on scene. She said investigators are actively working the case. What officials are saying Alberts said details… Continue reading Spirit Lake Nation: Homicide Probe, FBI Assisting
Spirit Lake Nation: Murder Probe Underway
SPIRIT LAKE NATION, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A murder investigation is underway at Spirit Lake Nation in North Dakota. Early reports indicate an adult male is dead. Officials have not released the victim’s name. Officials also have not released a suspect description. This is a developing story. Limited Details Released So far, tribal officials have shared… Continue reading Spirit Lake Nation: Murder Probe Underway