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Wahpeton Teens Arrested in Fargo After Allegedly Threatening Student with Handgun

James Michael Johnson and Tyler Cassidy Ryan

Wahpeton, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Two Wahpeton teenagers, James Michael Johnson and Tyler Cassidy Ryan, both 18, were arrested in Fargo on Thursday, April 10, 2025, following allegations of threatening a student with a handgun near Wahpeton High School. According to the Wahpeton Police Department, officers responded to two separate reports around 4:10 p.m. on Wednesday,… Continue reading Wahpeton Teens Arrested in Fargo After Allegedly Threatening Student with Handgun

Richland County: Bus Driver Changing Sweatshirt Causes I-29 Ditch Incident with Fargo Shanley Baseball Team

Richland County: Team Bus Crashes on I-29 Near Wahpeton—Athletes Stranded Roadside!

Richland County (trfnews.i234.me) — On the morning of Friday, April 11, 2025, a bus transporting the Fargo Shanley High School baseball team veered off Interstate 29 near the Wahpeton exit in Richland County, North Dakota. The incident occurred when the bus driver attempted to remove his sweatshirt while driving, leading to the vehicle leaving the… Continue reading Richland County: Bus Driver Changing Sweatshirt Causes I-29 Ditch Incident with Fargo Shanley Baseball Team

Wahpeton Pair Charged with Terrorizing after Alleged Gun Threat Captured on Video

WAHPETON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Two men from Wahpeton, North Dakota have each been charged with felony Terrorizing, after allegedly threatening a girl with a gun during a video call.

Wahpeton, Richland County: Terrance L. Cusey Busted for Meth Trafficking – Cash, and Drugs Seized

Terrance L. Cusey

Wahpeton, Richland County (trfnews.i234.me) — Terrance L. Cusey of Wahpeton has been arrested and is now facing serious drug trafficking charges. According to court documents, the End of the Woods Drug Task Force was actively searching for Cusey on March 18th due to outstanding warrants from South Dakota. Officers located Cusey’s vehicle at 407 3rd… Continue reading Wahpeton, Richland County: Terrance L. Cusey Busted for Meth Trafficking – Cash, and Drugs Seized

Two Young Children Involved in Wahpeton Drug Bust

Two Young Children Caught Up In Middle Of Wahpeton Drug Bust WAHPETON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Two young children were caught up in the middle of a Wahpeton drug bust. *Report based on official court records.

Investigation of Attempted Murder in Wahpeton, North Dakota

Attempted Murder Investigation In Wahpeton, North Dakota WAHPETON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) One man is in custody after another man was shot in the chest late Saturday afternoon in Wahpeton, North Dakota. Shawn L. Lane is being held on a charge of Attempted Murder.

Anthony Kruger Sentenced to Nearly Six Years for Federal Firearm Possession in Richland County

Anthony Kruger

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me)—On January 23, 2025, Anthony Kruger, 35, of Breckenridge, Minnesota, was sentenced to five years and ten months in federal prison after pleading guilty to possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. A federal grand jury indicted Kruger in May 2023 for possessing a firearm on or about January 5, 2023. Due… Continue reading Anthony Kruger Sentenced to Nearly Six Years for Federal Firearm Possession in Richland County

Man from Wahpeton Faces Charges of Possessing Child Sexual Abuse Videos, Meth, and Handguns

WAHPETON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Wahpeton, North Dakota man is facing charges of Possession of Certain Materials Prohibited, meth and handguns.

Wahpeton Man Faces Multiple Charges in Semi Theft Case

Mark Steven Crompton

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me)  — Mark Steven Crompton, 43, waived his preliminary hearing on Monday, November 25, and entered a not-guilty plea to several charges. The charges stem from an incident in which he allegedly stole a semi-truck from a Grand Forks dealership during an attempt to evade law enforcement. Crompton faces the following charges:… Continue reading Wahpeton Man Faces Multiple Charges in Semi Theft Case

Wahpeton Man Sentenced to 5 Years for Fatal Hit-and-Run That Killed 20-Year-Old Woman

Chad Olson

WAHPETON, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — Chad Olson, 53, of Wahpeton, has been sentenced to five years in prison for the tragic hit-and-run death of 20-year-old Bailey Bernstein. Olson pleaded guilty to charges of criminal vehicular homicide and duty in accident involving death. The judge handed down a 10-year sentence on each count, to be served concurrently,… Continue reading Wahpeton Man Sentenced to 5 Years for Fatal Hit-and-Run That Killed 20-Year-Old Woman

UPDATE: Wahpeton Man Sentenced to Four Years in Prison for Hit-and-Run Death of Young Woman

WAHPETON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Wahpeton, North Dakota man has been sentenced to what amounts to 4 years in prison for the hit and run death of a young woman in that town in October of 2023.

Anthony Kruger Pleads Guilty to Federal Gun Charges Amid Ongoing Investigation into Wahpeton Shooting Death

Anthony Kruger

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Anthony Kruger, 34, from Breckenridge, Minnesota, has pleaded guilty to federal gun charges after being indicted by a federal grand jury in May 2023. Kruger, a convicted felon with multiple prior charges, including forgery, escape, and drug-related crimes, was prohibited from owning a firearm. He faces up to 15 years in… Continue reading Anthony Kruger Pleads Guilty to Federal Gun Charges Amid Ongoing Investigation into Wahpeton Shooting Death

Wahpeton Woman Arrested After 90-Minute Standoff: Shelter-in-Place Order Issued

Michelle Elizabeth Luna

WAHPETON, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – On the evening of September 5, a 90-minute standoff in Wahpeton led to the arrest of 41-year-old Michelle Elizabeth Luna. Officers were dispatched to her residence at approximately 6:40 p.m. in response to reports of a protection order violation and vandalism. Upon arrival, police found Luna inside a vehicle parked outside… Continue reading Wahpeton Woman Arrested After 90-Minute Standoff: Shelter-in-Place Order Issued

Suspect Arrested and Charged with Aggravated Assault in Wahpeton Stabbing Incident

WAHPETON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Wahpeton, North Dakota man is facing a felony Aggravated Assault charge, after allegedly cutting another man’s chest.

Wahpeton Man Faces Felony Charges for Poisoning Dog with Antifreeze

Wahpeton Man Faces Felony Charges for Poisoning Dog with Antifreeze

WAHPETON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Wahpeton resident, Jose Manuel Ozuna Jr., has been charged with felony animal cruelty after a disturbing Snapchat video surfaced, showing him allegedly pouring antifreeze into a dog’s food and water bowls. The incident, which took place on August 2nd at 215 Second Street North, was reported to the authorities by… Continue reading Wahpeton Man Faces Felony Charges for Poisoning Dog with Antifreeze

Dark Triangle of Terror: A Twisted Web of Human Trafficking, Rape, and Exploitation in Wahpeton

Ruby Martinez

WAHPETON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A sinister triangle of criminals has been exposed in the small town of Wahpeton, North Dakota. At its heart lies Ruby Martinez, a 36-year-old woman charged with trafficking two vulnerable minors into a world of sexual exploitation and abuse. According to court documents, last August, she brought the two 15-year-olds to… Continue reading Dark Triangle of Terror: A Twisted Web of Human Trafficking, Rape, and Exploitation in Wahpeton

Dating App Nightmare: Wahpeton Man Charged with Major Sex Crime

Joshua Jacob Krump

WAHPETON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Joshua Jacob Krump Faces Class Double-A Felony for Violent Assault A dating app hookup turned into a nightmare for a woman in Wahpeton, North Dakota, leading to major charges against Joshua Jacob Krump. According to court documents, Krump has been charged with a class double-A felony of gross sexual imposition following… Continue reading Dating App Nightmare: Wahpeton Man Charged with Major Sex Crime

Wahpeton Man Charged After Domestic Assault Triggers Standoff

Nathan Deemer III

WAHPETON, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Charges have been filed against Nathan Deemer III, 20, following a domestic assault incident that led to a tense standoff with authorities in Wahpeton. Deemer faces charges including terrorizing a child victim, preventing arrest, reckless endangerment, and domestic violence. The incident unfolded when Deemer allegedly assaulted a family member and threatened… Continue reading Wahpeton Man Charged After Domestic Assault Triggers Standoff

🚨 Dramatic Arrest in Wahpeton After Armed Assault Sparks Shelter-in-Place Order

WAHPETON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A shelter-in-place order was issued in Wahpeton Friday afternoon after police responded to an armed assault on 3rd St. N. Police Chief Matthew Anderson reported that 20-year-old Nathan Deemer had assaulted a family member and pointed a gun at them. A perimeter was quickly established, allowing the family to safely exit… Continue reading 🚨 Dramatic Arrest in Wahpeton After Armed Assault Sparks Shelter-in-Place Order