Tag: state

End Of Watch 2024-12-24 08:34:00 – Trooper Clay M. Carns, Illinois State Police, Illinois

Clay M. Carns Trooper Clay Carns was struck and killed by a passing vehicle on I-55 near Channahon, Illinois. At 9:42 p.m., Trooper Carns was removing debris from the southbound highway north of Blodgett Road when a driver did not stop and struck him. He was transported to St. Joseph Hospital, where he died from… Continue reading End Of Watch 2024-12-24 08:34:00 – Trooper Clay M. Carns, Illinois State Police, Illinois

Minnesota State Patrol Manages 470 Incidents During First Major Winter Storm

On Thursday, December 19, 2024, the Minnesota State Patrol managed 470 traffic crashes between midnight and 8:30 p.m., with 38 resulting in injuries. Additionally, 261 vehicles went off the road, and 30 semitrailers jackknifed during the period. South-central and southeastern Minnesota experienced the highest snowfall. Specific accumulations included: New Prague, Winthrop, and Kellogg: 7 inches… Continue reading Minnesota State Patrol Manages 470 Incidents During First Major Winter Storm

State Highway 1 and County Highway 2, STONY RIVER TWP, Lake County Crash

Incident Incident type: Injury ICR: 24272399 Date/Time: 11/16/2024 05:01   District: 2700 Duluth Case Information Contact: 218-302-6127 Media Contact: MSP PIO Lt. Michael Lee (651) 343-4680   Location: State Highway 1 and County Highway 2, STONY RIVER TWP, Lake County   Description: The Toyota Rav4 was traveling northbound on County Highway 2, approaching State Highway… Continue reading State Highway 1 and County Highway 2, STONY RIVER TWP, Lake County
Crash

State Fire Marshal Called to Scene of Rural Bemidji House Fire- Breaking News Update

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We now have video from the scene of an early Tuesday morning house fire in rural Bemidji, Minnesota. The house was fully engulfed. A State Fire Marshal was called to the scene.

Teen Involved in Two-Vehicle Crash on State Highway 9

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On Saturday, November 2, a 16-year-old male was involved in a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 9 in Polk County, Minnesota. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, the Toyota Scion he was driving collided with a semi truck driven by 59-year-old Rodney John Cieklinski who was traveling Northbound while the… Continue reading Teen Involved in Two-Vehicle Crash on State Highway 9

Marshall County Man Injured in Single Vehicle Accident

Marshall County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 22-year-old man, identified as Gage Eliott Skadsem, was injured in a single-vehicle accident on Highway 32 in Marshall County. The incident occurred just before 12:30 am. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, alcohol was a factor in the crash. Skadsem was driving northbound when his 2011 GMC Sierra left… Continue reading Marshall County Man Injured in Single Vehicle Accident

Shots Fired Near Winona State University: 27-Year-Old Arrested for First-Degree Assault

Shots Fired Near Winona State University: 27-Year-Old Arrested for First-Degree Assault

Winona, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — A shooting near the campus of Winona State University has sent shockwaves through the community. A 35-year-old man was airlifted to a hospital in Wisconsin after being shot in the chest, leaving him in critical condition. According to investigators, an argument between the victim and 27-year-old Cole Cameron, of Winona, escalated… Continue reading Shots Fired Near Winona State University: 27-Year-Old Arrested for First-Degree Assault

Fargo Activist Accused of Misappropriating $350,000 in Grant Funds: A Scandal Unfolds

Faith Dixon

FARGO (trfnews.i234.me) – Faith Dixon, a prominent Fargo activist involved with social justice issues and Black Lives Matter, has been arrested on felony charges related to misusing grant funds. The North Dakota Attorney General’s Office launched an investigation into the FAITH4HOPE Scholarship Fund, which received over $350,000 in grants from the state Department of Public… Continue reading Fargo Activist Accused of Misappropriating $350,000 in Grant Funds: A Scandal Unfolds

Authorities Conduct Search at Former State Senator Ray Holmberg’s Grand Forks Residence

Grand Forks Home Of Former State Senator Ray Holmberg Searched GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Authorities search of the home of former Grand Forks Senator, Ray Holmberg.

Preliminary Findings Released: Deadly North Dakota Wildfires Claim Two Lives, Over 100 Evacuated

Preliminary Findings Released: Deadly North Dakota Wildfires Claim Two Lives, Over 100 Evacuated

BISMARCK, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — North Dakota’s State Fire Marshal has released preliminary findings on the deadly wildfires that erupted in northwestern North Dakota on October 5th. The fires, which ravaged areas near New Town/Dinwoodie, Keene Township, and Williams County, tragically claimed two lives, injured others, and led to the evacuation of over 100 residents. Although… Continue reading Preliminary Findings Released: Deadly North Dakota Wildfires Claim Two Lives, Over 100 Evacuated

Bar Chain Owner’s Legal Battle With State of Minnesota Over Reopening

Bar Chain Owner's Fight With State Of Minnesota Over Reopening ALBANY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The owner of Shady’s bar chain continues his fight with the State of Minnesota over reopening.

Ex-Minnesota State Trooper Charged with Manslaughter in Crash that Killed Owatonna Teen

Shane Roper

ROCHESTER, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – A former Minnesota State Trooper, Shane Roper, has been booked on manslaughter charges for a crash that claimed the life of 18-year-old Olivia Flores of Owatonna. The 32-year-old ex-officer was allegedly speeding at 83 miles per hour in a 40 mph zone near the Apache Mall in Rochester while attempting to… Continue reading Ex-Minnesota State Trooper Charged with Manslaughter in Crash that Killed Owatonna Teen

Grand Forks Starbucks Becomes First in State to Unionize

Grand Forks Starbucks Becomes First In State To Join Union GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) As we told you Monday, this Grand Forks Starbucks was closed for one day so workers could vote on whether to join the Union. They did.

Black Hills Nightmare: South Dakota Residents Battle State Over Collapsing Homes and Sinkholes

Black Hills Nightmare: South Dakota Residents Battle State Over Collapsing Homes and Sinkholes

RAPID CITY, S.D. — Stuart and Tonya Junker thought they’d found their forever home near South Dakota’s Black Hills—until the ground beneath them started to give way. Their peaceful neighborhood of Hideaway Hills was soon plagued by massive sinkholes, turning their dream home into a potential disaster zone. The couple, along with 150 of their… Continue reading Black Hills Nightmare: South Dakota Residents Battle State Over Collapsing Homes and Sinkholes

One Fatally Injured in Early Sunday Morning Accident at Minot State Fairgrounds

1 Dies In Early Sunday Morning Crash At State Fairgrounds In Minot MINOT, ND (trfnews.i234.me) One person was killed and another injured, after an off road vehicle crashed into a parked car at the State Fairgrounds in Minot early Sunday morning.

Former MN State Trooper Shane Roper Faces Nine Charges After Fatal Crash Kills 18-Year-Old Olivia Flores

Former MN State Trooper Shane Roper Faces Nine Charges After Fatal Crash Kills 18-Year-Old Olivia Flores

ROCHESTER — Shane Roper, a former Minnesota State Trooper, has been dismissed and is now facing nine criminal charges following a high-speed crash on May 18, 2024, that killed 18-year-old Olivia Flores and injured five others. Documents reveal that Roper violated multiple policies, including reckless driving and emergency vehicle operation. Roper’s squad car collided with… Continue reading Former MN State Trooper Shane Roper Faces Nine Charges After Fatal Crash Kills 18-Year-Old Olivia Flores

Former Minnesota State Trooper Charged in Fatal Rochester Crash Faces Nine Criminal Charges

Former Minnesota State Trooper Charged in Fatal Rochester Crash Faces Nine Criminal Charges

ROCHESTER – Former Minnesota State Trooper Shane Roper, who is facing multiple charges in connection with a fatal crash in Rochester, is no longer employed by the Minnesota State Patrol. Lt. Michael Lee confirmed on Friday, September 6, that Roper’s last day of employment was on Tuesday, September 3. However, it remains unclear whether Roper… Continue reading Former Minnesota State Trooper Charged in Fatal Rochester Crash Faces Nine Criminal Charges

End Of Watch 2024-09-16 08:32:52 – Motor Carrier Officer Daniel Kerstetter, Michigan State Police, Michigan

Daniel Kerstetter Motor Carrier Officer Dan Kerstetter succumbed to injuries he received when he was struck by a vehicle on Interstate 75 on September 13, 2024. At 8:30 a.m., Officer Kerstetter was conducting a traffic stop on northbound Interstate 75 near Dix Road in Lincoln Park. While sitting in his patrol car, a truck crashed… Continue reading End Of Watch 2024-09-16 08:32:52 – Motor Carrier Officer Daniel Kerstetter, Michigan State Police, Michigan

End Of Watch 2024-09-16 09:10:00 – Trooper Enrique Delgado-Garcia, Massachusetts State Police, Massachusetts

Enrique Delgado-Garcia Trooper Enrique Delgado-Garcia succumbed to injuries he received while training at the State Police Academy at 340 West Brookfield Road in New Braintree. On September 12, 2024, Trooper Delgado-Garcia was knocked out during a boxing exercise. The medical team provided life-saving measures and transported him to the UMass Memorial Medical Center. The following… Continue reading End Of Watch 2024-09-16 09:10:00 – Trooper Enrique Delgado-Garcia, Massachusetts State Police, Massachusetts

Minnesota State Senator Nicole Mitchell Pleads Not Guilty in High-Stakes Burglary Case

Minnesota State Senator Nicole Mitchell Pleads Not Guilty in High-Stakes Burglary Case

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Minnesota State Senator Nicole Mitchell, representing DFL-Woodbury, has pleaded not guilty to felony burglary charges in a highly contentious case unfolding in Becker County. Mitchell stands accused of unlawfully entering a Detroit Lakes residence, where her stepmother resides, and taking items that belonged to her late father during an incident… Continue reading Minnesota State Senator Nicole Mitchell Pleads Not Guilty in High-Stakes Burglary Case

Bismarck Man Arrested for Allegedly Assaulting 10-Year-Old Girl at State Capitol Grounds

Isiah Simms

BISMARCK, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A 24-year-old Bismarck man, Isiah Simms, has been arrested on allegations of sexually assaulting a 10-year-old girl on the grounds of the North Dakota State Capitol. According to a police release issued on Friday, August 23, Simms is currently held at the Burleigh Morton Detention Center, facing three counts of gross… Continue reading Bismarck Man Arrested for Allegedly Assaulting 10-Year-Old Girl at State Capitol Grounds

The Minnesota State Patrol responded to a fatal traffic crash in northern Minnesota this morning

The Minnesota State Patrol responded to a fatal traffic crash in northern Minnesota this morning

GREENBUSH, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A preliminary report on the deadly incident indicates the victim was driving a pickup on a Highway in Roseau County when he apparently lost control and the vehicle left the roadway. The crash was reported around 8 AM just outside the town of Greenbush, about 35 miles north of Thief River… Continue reading The Minnesota State Patrol responded to a fatal traffic crash in northern Minnesota this morning

Bicyclist Severely Injured in Grafton Collision with SUV on State Highway 17

Bicyclist Severely Injured in Grafton Collision with SUV on State Highway 17

GRAFTON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A bicyclist suffered severe injuries after being struck by a vehicle in Grafton, North Dakota late Monday afternoon. Incident Details: What: Injury Crash involving a Vehicle and Bicyclist Where: State Highway 17, Mile Marker 119, near Grafton, ND When: August 19, 2024, at 5:17 PM CST Road Conditions: Good Weather Conditions:… Continue reading Bicyclist Severely Injured in Grafton Collision with SUV on State Highway 17

Jesse Ventura Snubs Minnesota State Fair Over Cannabis Ban: ‘If They Allow Alcohol, Why Not Weed?

Former Minnesota Governor Jesse Ventura

ST. PAUL, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Former Minnesota Governor Jesse Ventura has announced he will not be attending the Minnesota State Fair this year, citing the event’s ban on cannabis as his reason for boycotting. Ventura expressed frustration that while alcohol and tobacco are permitted on the fairgrounds, legally sanctioned cannabis is not. A longtime advocate… Continue reading Jesse Ventura Snubs Minnesota State Fair Over Cannabis Ban: ‘If They Allow Alcohol, Why Not Weed?

Former North Dakota State Senator Ray Holmberg Pleads Guilty to Child Sex Abuse Plans

Ray Holmberg

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Ray Holmberg, an 80-year-old former state senator from Grand Forks, North Dakota, has pleaded guilty to charges of traveling to Prague with the intent to sexually abuse a minor. Holmberg appeared in U.S. District Court in Fargo on Thursday, August 8, 2024, where Federal Judge Daniel Hovland accepted his guilty plea.… Continue reading Former North Dakota State Senator Ray Holmberg Pleads Guilty to Child Sex Abuse Plans

Fargo Man’s State Charges Dropped After Federal Indictment for Gun Possession

Kadar Pearson

FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Kadar Pearson, a Fargo resident, recently faced an important legal shift. State charges against him for unlawful possession of a firearm, escape, and refusal to halt have been dropped following his federal indictment. Pearson was arraigned after a grand jury unsealed the indictment, which charges him with possession of a firearm… Continue reading Fargo Man’s State Charges Dropped After Federal Indictment for Gun Possession

Arrest Made in Assault Case from Lil’ Wayne Concert at North Dakota State Fair

Arrest In Connection To North Dakota State Fair Fight

MINOT, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Jaeger Lundeen, 22, of Minot, was arrested on Friday and charged with aggravated assault, a Class C felony, in connection with an incident that occurred during the Lil’ Wayne concert at the North Dakota State Fair on July 24. According to the Ward County Sheriff’s Department, witnesses reported that around 10:40… Continue reading Arrest Made in Assault Case from Lil’ Wayne Concert at North Dakota State Fair

Moorhead Man Accused of Killing Mother Waits Nearly a Year for Mental Health Treatment

James Diawo Kollie

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Moorhead man accused of killing his mother has waited in jail for almost a year for treatment at a state mental health facility so his ability to stand trial can be restored. And he isn’t alone. On Sept. 13, Clay County Judge Tammy Merkins determined James Diawo Kollie, 26, was… Continue reading Moorhead Man Accused of Killing Mother Waits Nearly a Year for Mental Health Treatment

Swiping Justice: Ex-Bemidji State Basketball Player Faces Probation for Sex Assault on a Minor

Swiping Justice: Ex-Bemidji State Basketball Player Faces Probation for Sex Assault on a Minor

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a shocking turn of events, Colin Schaefer, a former basketball player at Bemidji State University, has been sentenced to three years of supervised probation following his guilty plea in the alleged sexual assault case involving a juvenile. The 24-year-old Sun Prairie, Wisconsin native met the 15-year-old victim through popular dating… Continue reading Swiping Justice: Ex-Bemidji State Basketball Player Faces Probation for Sex Assault on a Minor

Minnesota State Trooper Faces Charges in Fatal Crash Near Rochester

Minnesota State Trooper Faces Charges in Fatal Crash Near Rochester

ROCHESTER, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Olmsted County Attorney Mark Ostrem announced on Tuesday, July 9, that criminal charges were filed against Shane Roper, a Minnesota state trooper involved in a crash that resulted in five people being injured and the death of 18-year-old Olivia Flores. According to an Olmsted County Attorney news release, Roper is charged… Continue reading Minnesota State Trooper Faces Charges in Fatal Crash Near Rochester

Court Hearing for Minnesota State Senator Pushed to August

Nicole Mitchell

DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – An omnibus court hearing for State Senator Nicole Mitchell of Woodbury, Minnesota, has been rescheduled to late August in Detroit Lakes. The Becker County Court administrator’s office confirmed that the hearing has been moved to August 30th at the request of the defense. Mitchell faces a first-degree burglary charge for… Continue reading Court Hearing for Minnesota State Senator Pushed to August

Minnesota DNR Certifies Nine New State Record Fish

ST. PAUL, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has certified nine new state record fish following recent changes to the program in March. The DNR expanded the species eligible for the Catch and Release category and increased the number of records in the certified weight category. Among the new records: A… Continue reading Minnesota DNR Certifies Nine New State Record Fish

Woman Committed to State Hospital for Attempted Murder with Sewing Shears

Sabrina Kraus

BISMARCK, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Mandan woman accused of attempted murder after allegedly stabbing her neighbor with sewing shears was committed to the State Hospital on Tuesday, June 25, instead of facing a criminal trial. Sabrina Kraus was ordered committed for up to 15 years by South Central District Judge Bobbi Weiler due to her… Continue reading Woman Committed to State Hospital for Attempted Murder with Sewing Shears

Minnesota State Patrol and Local Law Enforcement Cases 6-27-2024

Minnesota State Patrol Cases: Danielle Lynn Olson, 48, Thief River Falls: Charge: Second-degree driving while impaired with two aggravating factors. Sentence: $915 fine ($750 stayed), one year in jail stayed for four years, supervised probation for four years, completion of DWI Court, comprehensive assessment within 60 days of sentencing, and completion of recommended level of… Continue reading Minnesota State Patrol and Local Law Enforcement Cases 6-27-2024

Watford City Man Accused of Setting Mother on Fire Sent to State Hospital

Scott Beane

Watford city, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Watford City man accused of killing his mother in 2023 has been ordered to the North Dakota State Hospital for up to 180 days to regain competency for trial. In January, Scott Richard Beane expressed his desire to represent himself at trial. The judge, questioning Beane’s competency, ordered an… Continue reading Watford City Man Accused of Setting Mother on Fire Sent to State Hospital

End Of Watch 2024-06-24 15:24:53 – Constable Philip John Michael, Pennsylvania State Constable

Philip John Michael Constable Philip Michael succumbed to injuries he received in a vehicle crash on May 3, 2024, while en route to serve a warrant. Constable Michael was traveling on Route 51 in Perryopolis when a driver ran a red light at Independence Street and struck his vehicle. He was transported to UPMC Presbyterian… Continue reading End Of Watch 2024-06-24 15:24:53 – Constable Philip John Michael, Pennsylvania State Constable

Tragic Accident on State Highway 17 Claims Life of Park River Man

Incident Details What: Fatal Crash Where: State Highway 17, Mile Marker 118, approximately 7 miles east of Park River When: June 8, 2024, at 5:00 AM Road Conditions: Good Weather Conditions: Dawn with clear skies and slight wind Crash Information Crash Involvement: Single-vehicle Type of Crash: Fixed object/tree Agencies Involved: Walsh County Sheriff’s Office, Park… Continue reading Tragic Accident on State Highway 17 Claims Life of Park River Man

Tragic Fatality on State Highway 17

What: Fatal Crash Where: State Highway 17 MM 118, Approximately 7 miles East of Park River When: June 8, 2024, 5:00 AM Road Conditions: Good Weather Conditions: Dawn, clear sky with slight wind Crash Involvement: Single Vehicle Type of Crash: Collision with a Fixed Object (Tree) Agencies Involved: Walsh County Sheriff’s Office, Park River Ambulance,… Continue reading Tragic Fatality on State Highway 17

End Of Watch 2024-05-31 13:04:58 – Trooper First Class Aaron Pelletier, Connecticut State Police, Connecticut

Aaron Pelletier Trooper First Class Aaron Pelletier was struck and killed by a truck while conducting a traffic stop on Interstate 84 East near Exit 31 in Southington. Trooper Pelletier pulled over a vehicle on the right shoulder of the highway with his lights and siren activated on his cruiser. While he was speaking with… Continue reading End Of Watch 2024-05-31 13:04:58 – Trooper First Class Aaron Pelletier, Connecticut State Police, Connecticut

Accident occurred at the main branch of Northern State Bank

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On April 19 at 3:06 p.m., an accident occurred at the main branch of Northern State Bank. Jeffery Sorenson of Thief River Falls backed his 2022 Dodge Ram into a 2014 Chrysler Town & Country owned by Tyler Holen of St. Hilaire. No injuries were reported. However, whether the… Continue reading Accident occurred at the main branch of Northern State Bank

Minnesota Court Records Unavailable on TRF News This Week due to State System Outage

ST. PAUL, MN (trfnews.i234.me) You may have noticed a lack of Minnesota court records on TRF News this week. The State sysem is down. We’ll have those for you as soon as system is back up and running.

Single Vehicle Accident in Clearwater County Injures Grand Forks Man

A Grand Forks resident, Kaiden Tyler Francis (20), sustained injuries in a weekend accident in Clearwater County, as reported by the Minnesota State Patrol. Alcohol is suspected to have played a role. Francis was driving a 2013 Nissan Frontier southbound on Highway 92 in Copley Township when he lost control of the vehicle, veering off… Continue reading Single Vehicle Accident in Clearwater County Injures Grand Forks Man

UPDATE: Minnesota State Senator Loses Assignments Following Review of Burglary Charge

ST. PAUL, MN (trfnews.i234.me & trfnews.i234.me) Minnesota State Senator, (DFL) Nicole Mitchell has lost her committee assignments. Plus, we have a review of the Burglary charge against her.

State Patrol Makes Arrest During Traffic Stop in East Grand Forks on Sunday Afternoon

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) East Grand Forks Police assisted the Minnesota State Patrol in the stop and arrest of a man in that town Sunday afternoon. We’ll have more details on Monday.

Woodbury State Senator Arrested for First-Degree Burglary

Nicole Mitchell

DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Nicole Mitchell, a 49-year-old Democrat and state senator from Woodbury, Minnesota, was arrested Monday morning following a burglary report in Detroit Lakes. Responding to the call, Police Chief Steve Todd confirmed Mitchell’s arrest and her subsequent transfer to Becker County Jail. The homeowner alerted authorities, leading to Mitchell’s apprehension. The… Continue reading Woodbury State Senator Arrested for First-Degree Burglary

End Of Watch 2024-02-20 12:01:51 – Trooper First Class Chase Winston Redner, Georgia State Patrol, Georgia

Chase Winston Redner Trooper First Class Chase Redner was struck and killed while investigating a fatal pedestrian crash scene at Interstate 75 North near Mt. Zion Boulevard in Morrow. At 10:30 p.m. on February 19, 2024, a construction worker died after being struck by a vehicle while setting up a work zone. Trooper Redner was… Continue reading End Of Watch 2024-02-20 12:01:51 – Trooper First Class Chase Winston Redner, Georgia State Patrol, Georgia

End Of Watch 2024-03-02 18:22:55 – Trooper Christopher M. Gadd, Washington State Patrol, Washington

Christopher M. Gadd Trooper Christopher Gadd was killed when his patrol car was struck by another vehicle while he was parked on the shoulder of I-5, near 136th Street NE in Marysville, at about 3:00 am. He was conducting DUI enforcement patrols when the crash occurred. The vehicle that struck him was traveling at a… Continue reading End Of Watch 2024-03-02 18:22:55 – Trooper Christopher M. Gadd, Washington State Patrol, Washington

End Of Watch 2024-03-15 19:15:31 – Patrolman Justin Hare, New Mexico State Police, New Mexico

Justin Hare Patrolman Justin Hare was shot and killed at about 5:30 am while conducting a welfare check on a disabled vehicle that was stopped near mile marker 320 on I-40, west of Tucumcari. As Patrolman Hare stopped behind the vehicle, the driver exited and walked to the cruiser’s passenger window. The two had a… Continue reading End Of Watch 2024-03-15 19:15:31 – Patrolman Justin Hare, New Mexico State Police, New Mexico