Two Use Of Force Incidents In Pine County, Minnesota Within 2 Hours PINE COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The Minnesota BCA is investigating 2 use of force incidents within 2 hours in Pine County on Tuesday.
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JACKSON TWP, Scott County — Pedestrian Fatally Struck on Hwy 169 After Alleged Alcohol Use
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, Scott County (trfnews.i234.me) — A tragic incident unfolded at 6:00 a.m. on March 28, 2025, when Firaol Abebe Merbratu (25) of Marshall, MN, was fatally struck by a 2011 Toyota RAV4 while standing in the left lane of southbound Highway 169 near Milepost 107. The vehicle, driven by Nicole Lee Rogers (45) of… Continue reading JACKSON TWP, Scott County — Pedestrian Fatally Struck on Hwy 169 After Alleged Alcohol Use
Unresponsive Male Following Inhalant Use
Huffing Citation, Unresponsive Male GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We now have information regarding a Wednesday morning incident in Grand Forks that left a man unresponsive.
Deputy Involved in Fergus Falls Double-Fatal Pursuit Faces Drug Use Charges
Deputy Involved In Fergus Falls, Double-Fatal Pursuit Charged With Drug Use FERGUS FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) An Otter Tail County Deputy involved in an October 2, 2020 pursuit of a suspect, who crashed into a vehicle killing a Fergus Falls, Minnesota couple has now been charged with drug use during the pursuit. Kelly Backman has been… Continue reading Deputy Involved in Fergus Falls Double-Fatal Pursuit Faces Drug Use Charges
West Fargo Police Use PIT Maneuver to Stop Fleeing Vehicle; Two Arrested
WEST FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A high-speed chase ended with a PIT maneuver Saturday night as West Fargo Police arrested two suspects—one for drug possession and fleeing, and the other for outstanding warrants. Chase & Arrests 
Driver: Shelby Whitt, 27, of Jamestown Passenger: Derek Krause, 35 (no permanent address) Chase Start: 400… Continue reading West Fargo Police Use PIT Maneuver to Stop Fleeing Vehicle; Two Arrested
Fatal Crash in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota Linked to TikTok Use
DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Detroit Lakes, Minnesota woman has now been charged in a fatal car-pedestrian accident last September. Mariska Nunn wqs allegedly watching a Tik Tok video when she struck and killed and 81-year old male pedestrian.
Company with Minnesota Connections Penalized $4 Million for Unlawful Use of Child Labor
WORTHINGTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) JBS Foods, with a meat packing facility in Worthington, Minnesota has been fined $4-million for using illegal child labor.
Minnesota Man, Michael Jack Strehlow Arrested for Unauthorized Use of Movable Property
Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On January 3, 2025, Michael Jack Strehlow, aged 33, was arrested in Minnesota. The arrest was based on a violation of Minnesota Statute 609.52.2(a)(1), which pertains to the unauthorized taking, use, or transfer of movable property without the owner’s consent. Revisor of Statutes Understanding Minnesota Statute 609.52.2(a)(1): This statute defines theft as… Continue reading Minnesota Man, Michael Jack Strehlow Arrested for Unauthorized Use of Movable Property
Jamestown Officer’s Use of Deadly Force Deemed Justified in December Incident
JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — On December 3, 2024, in Jamestown, North Dakota, a police officer fatally shot a man outside Fred’s Den bar. Stutsman County State’s Attorney Fritz Fremgen reviewed the incident and determined that the use of deadly force was justified, opting not to file charges against the officer involved, Sgt. Cory Beckman. Incident… Continue reading Jamestown Officer’s Use of Deadly Force Deemed Justified in December Incident
Hospital Van Theft: Patient Arrested After Unauthorized Use
GRAND FORKS, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – On December 16, 2024, a van belonging to Altru Health System was reported stolen from their Grand Forks facility. The vehicle, displaying Altru decals, was observed traveling southbound on Interstate 29 near Hillsboro. Law enforcement agencies were notified, and deputies conducted a traffic stop near Argusville, leading to the arrest… Continue reading Hospital Van Theft: Patient Arrested After Unauthorized Use
Unauthorized Vehicle Use: Kiesha Storm Lytle Charged with Felony
Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Kiesha Storm Lytle, born June 1, 1992, has been charged under Minnesota statute 609.52.2(17) for felony-level theft involving taking or driving a motor vehicle without the owner’s consent. The incident occurred on October 1, 2024. This charge highlights the legal implications of unauthorized vehicle use, classified as a serious offense under… Continue reading Unauthorized Vehicle Use: Kiesha Storm Lytle Charged with Felony
Crookston Police Officer’s Use of Deadly Force Deemed Justified
CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A deadly shooting by Crookston Police Officer, Nicholas Fladland last May has been ruled justified. The suspect, Andrew Dale was running toward officers with an axe.
Statement to Police: “Daily Use of Heroin and 60 Xanax Pills”
STATEMENT TO POLICE: “Using Heroin & 60 Xanax Pills A Day” EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Northwood, North Dakota woman is facing a string of charges in East Grand Forks, MInnesota related to drugs.
Police Report They Had to Use Force to Remove His Hands from Woman’s Neck
Police Say They Had To Forcefully Remove HIs Hands From Female's Neck GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing a felony charge for allegedly assaulting a woman, after police say they had to forcefully remove his hands from her neck. * Incident happened in in Grand Forks, Marcellus Mitchell’s address is listed… Continue reading Police Report They Had to Use Force to Remove His Hands from Woman’s Neck
Caution: Explicit Content – Kinky Sex, Drug Use & Assault
WARNING, GRAPHIC DRUG USE: Kinky Sex, Drugs & Assault POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We now have details behind a bizarre tip TRF News received on February 23, 2021. An Oklee, Minnesota man is now facing a string of criminal charges.
Minnesota Implements New Policy Regarding Cell Phone Use in Schools
MINNESOTA (trfnews.i234.me) Minnesota schools are setting their cell phones at school policy.
Bemidji Police Use Rubber Bullets to Subdue Knife-Wielding Man
BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Police used rubber bullets on a man armed with a knife at the intersection of 22nd Street Northwest and Norton Avenue around 9:22 p.m. The incident involved Bemidji officers deploying less-than-lethal rounds to subdue the individual. Details on what led up to the use of force are currently unclear. A witness… Continue reading Bemidji Police Use Rubber Bullets to Subdue Knife-Wielding Man
Bemidji Police Use Pepper Balls to Subdue Knife-Wielding Man in Mental Health Crisis
BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – We have an update from Bemidji Police regarding a subject who was pepperballed Thursday night. The male subject was apparently suffering a mental health episode. On July 11th, at 8:45 p.m., Bemidji police responded to a welfare check at a residence on 21st Street Northwest. Officers learned that a 35-year-old male… Continue reading Bemidji Police Use Pepper Balls to Subdue Knife-Wielding Man in Mental Health Crisis
Bemidji Police Use Rubber Bullets to Subdue Knife-Wielding Suspect
BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – We now have an update regarding Bemidji officers taking down a suspect with rubber bullets. The suspect was reportedly armed with a knife. We’ve obtained exclusive video of Bemidji officers subduing the suspect at 22nd Street Northwest and Norton Avenue on Thursday night. The footage shows the suspect surrounded by officers… Continue reading Bemidji Police Use Rubber Bullets to Subdue Knife-Wielding Suspect
Drug Use Confirmed After Evading Bicycle Stop in Grand Forks
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing criminal charges, after fleeing a wrong way driving stop while on his bicycle.