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“They Said He Was Faking” – Red Lake Inmate Robin Hanson Dies After Pleas for Help Ignored

Red Lake, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) – A 52-year-old inmate, Robin Hanson, has died while in custody at the Red Lake jail, under distressing circumstances that his wife Betty Hanson claims included ignored medical pleas. According to Betty, his wife of 35 years, both were jailed in March after Betty was banished from the tribe and later… Continue reading “They Said He Was Faking” – Red Lake Inmate Robin Hanson Dies After Pleas for Help Ignored

Mayville man who committed suicide was being investigated for possession of child pornography

Mayville Man Who Killed Himself Was Under Investigation For Child Porn MAYVILLE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Steve Volla, a Mayville, North Dakota man who killed himself when confronted by law enforcement last Wednesday was under investigation for child porn.

Update: Victim Was Already Suffering from Life-Threatening Stab Wounds When Suspect Choked Him

UPDATE: Victim Was Already Suffering Life Threatening Stab Wounds, When Suspect Choked Him FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A homeless man in Fargo has now been charged with Attempted Murder in a brutal attack against another man last weekend.

Was It Assault or Just Too Much Alcohol in Early Saturday Morning Grand Forks Incident?

Assault Or Too Much Alcohol In Early Saturday Morning Grand Forks Incident? GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Police responded to a report of a possible assault early Saturday morning in Grand Forks. At this point, police tell TRF News that no one was arrested and it may be a case of too much alcohol.

Thief River Falls Crime Roundup: From Stolen Coins to Speeding – See Who Was Cited This Week!

Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Here’s your latest look at the week’s legal action from Thief River Falls Police, State Patrol, and Natural Resources enforcement. 🚨 Police Department Cases Miranda Lee Timm, 26, Newfolden – Theft from a coin-operated machine: $210 fine, 30 days jail stayed, 1-year probation. Also cited for disorderly conduct: $135, another… Continue reading Thief River Falls Crime Roundup: From Stolen Coins to Speeding – See Who Was Cited This Week!

UPDATE: Mayor Clarifies COVID Survey Team Was “NOT” Harassed

UPDATE: Mayor Says COVID Survey Team Was “NOT” Harassed EITZEN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The Mayor of Eitzen, Minnesota has responded to reports that a COVID survey team was harassed in that town. We have the full statement of Jeffrey Adamson.

Fosston, Minn., city administrator claims meeting related to hospital improvements was not legitimate – Obituary

FOSSTON, Minn. — Fosston City Administrator Cassie Heide claims a recent meeting of the town’s First Care Medical Services Board was not legitimate and that Essentia Health violated an agreement it has with the city by adding new members to the board before the meeting. At the meeting, board members approved, in a 2-1 vote,… Continue reading Fosston, Minn., city administrator claims meeting related to hospital improvements was not legitimate – Obituary

Pennington County — TRF Woman High on THC Tried to Crash Head-On, Said She Was Jesus

Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — In a terrifying incident that unfolded on March 21, 2025, Michelle Marie Holter, 50, of Thief River Falls, has been charged with multiple crimes including felony fleeing a peace officer, felony second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon, misdemeanor reckless driving, fourth-degree DWI – controlled substance, and petty misdemeanor speeding after a… Continue reading Pennington County — TRF Woman High on THC Tried to Crash Head-On, Said She Was Jesus

Pennington County Shock: Man Caught Passing School Bus While Child Was Outside

William Jose Rivera Ramos

Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — In Pennington County, Minnesota, a disturbing traffic violation has come to light. Authorities report that William Ramos was booked into the Pennington County Jail on March 20, 2025, after allegedly failing to stop for a school bus with a child present outside. Ramos, who stands 5’9″ tall and weighs 160 pounds,… Continue reading Pennington County Shock: Man Caught Passing School Bus While Child Was Outside

Man Reportedly Believed He Was Meeting a Child with a Sex Toy and Condom

Allegedly Thought He Was Waiting For Child With Sex Toy & Condom ROSEAU COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Greenbush, Minnesota man is facing criminal charges for allegedly using social media to try and setup a meeting for sex with a child.

UPDATE: Fargo Police now confirm that the deadly injury on Saturday night was self-inflicted.

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Fargo Police responded to a report of a person with a cut throat on Saturday night. Police now say the individual died of self-inflicted gunshot wound.

Fargo Shock: Man Claims He Was Hit by a Car – But Witnesses Say It Never Happened!

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Fargo police were called to a bizarre scene on Friday night in the 3200 block of 18th Street South after a man claimed he had been struck by a vehicle following an argument with the driver. But things took a strange turn when an unrelated witness told officers that none of it… Continue reading Fargo Shock: Man Claims He Was Hit by a Car – But Witnesses Say It Never Happened!

Brooklyn Center Woman Hid Mother’s Decomposing Body for Months—Claimed She Was “Waiting on God to Resurrect Her”!

Hennepin County (TRF News) – Brooklyn Center Woman Charged After Hiding Mother’s Decomposing Body for Months A Brooklyn Center woman has been charged with a felony after authorities discovered she had been living with her mother’s decomposing corpse for months, claiming she was “waiting on God to resurrect her.” Charice Antonette Goude, 55, is now… Continue reading Brooklyn Center Woman Hid Mother’s Decomposing Body for Months—Claimed She Was “Waiting on God to Resurrect Her”!

ST. CLOUD MAN SETS FIRE INSIDE GROUP HOME – POLICE SAY IT WAS INTENTIONAL!

Abdijamal Mohamed

St. Cloud (trfnews.i234.me) – A terrifying fire incident inside a St. Cloud group home has led to the felony arrest of Abdijamal Mohamed, after authorities say he intentionally set a couch on fire inside his room, filling the unit with smoke. 🚔 WHAT HAPPENED?On February 24 at 8:07 p.m., St. Cloud Police responded to a… Continue reading ST. CLOUD MAN SETS FIRE INSIDE GROUP HOME – POLICE SAY IT WAS INTENTIONAL!

The First Ship of the Season to Enter Duluth Harbor on Wednesday Was the Last to See the Edmund Fitzgerald

First Ship Of The Season Into Duluth Harbor Wednesday Was The Last Ship To See Edmund Fitzgerald DULUTH, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The first ship of the season into Duluth Harbor today was the SS Arthur M. Anderson. It was the last ship to have contact with the Edmund Fitzgerald, before it sank in 1975.

Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office On the evening of 12/13/24, Derek Loren Gieseke (32) of Trail was cited for spee…

On the evening of 12/13/24, Derek Loren Gieseke (32) of Trail was cited for speeding on CR. #10 in Equality Township. On the evening of 12/14/24, Elizabeth Leith Helgeson (18) of Warren was cited for speeding on CR. #11 west of Red Lake Falls. In the early morning hours of 12/15/24, Blake Michael Arlt (20)… Continue reading Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office On the evening of 12/13/24, Derek Loren Gieseke (32) of Trail was cited for spee…

UPDATE: Fargo Officers Shoot and Kill Armed Subject – Correction: Subject was armed with handgun

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) An armed subject is dead, after being shot by Fargo Police Officers on this Wednesday morning. It happened in the far south end of Fargo in the Deer Creek neighborhood on this Wednesday morning. Police say they were negotiating with an armed subject when he exited the house with a rifle and… Continue reading UPDATE: Fargo Officers Shoot and Kill Armed Subject – Correction: Subject was armed with handgun

Unusual: Suspect Claims Cremation Ceremony Was for Grandmother’s Remains

FERGUS FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Fergus Falls, Minnesota man is facing a long string of charges, after lighting a fire in someone’s backyard and then telling police it was a cremation ceremony for his grandmother’s remains.

New Information: Sister of Grand Forks Murder Victim Reveals He Was Beaten to Death

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The sister of Grand Forks murder victim, Anthony Kiehl has posted on social media that he was beaten to death. Police say 2 people of interest are in custody, but no charges have been filed yet.

UPDATE: Was the Loud Boom in Bemidji, Minnesota a Meteor Strike?

UPDATE: Was Large Boom In Bemidji, Minnesota A Meteor Strike? BELTRAMI COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update from the Beltrami County Emergency Management Office. They’ve now released video of a large boom heard in Bemidji, Minnesota on this Monday evening.

BCA Confirms Crookston Murder Suspect Was Shot During Apprehension

BCA Confirms Crookston Murder Suspect Was Shot During Arrest MINNEAPOLIS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The Minnesota BCA has confirmed that one of their officers shot Crookston murder suspect, Eddie Frazier during his arrest in Bloomington, early Thursday morning. Frazier’s condition is not being released.

Update: Increased Searches… Was the Murder Suspect Captured on Camera?

UPDATE: More Searches… Was Murder Suspect Caught On Camera? OKLEE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Law enforcement conducted more searches for murder suspect Eric Reinbold around rural Oklee, Minnesota today. Searches have been concentrated around his parent’s home, after an unconfirmed report he was seen on a trail camera in that areaa.

UPDATE: Jupiter Has Passed Away, Father States It Was “Too Far Gone,” Suspect Claims No Memory of the Incident

UPDATE: Jupiter Has Passed Away, DAD: “…Too Far Gone”, Suspect Doesn't Recall Incident FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) UPDATE: Jupiter Paulsen has passed away. The father of a 14-year old Fargo stabbing victim says his daughter is too far gone. They gathered for goodbyes. Meanwhile, the suspect in the case says he was using meth and doesn’t… Continue reading UPDATE: Jupiter Has Passed Away, Father States It Was “Too Far Gone,” Suspect Claims No Memory of the Incident

Driver of Vehicle Was Subject to a Protection Order

Driver Of Vehicle Had Protection Order Against Him BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Justin Johnson of Redby is facing a felony charge of Violation of a Protection Order, while riding in a vehicle driven by the woman who filed the order against him.

Man Who Was Suspected of Murdering His Sister is Believed to Have Committed Suicide

WINONA, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Rochester, Minnesota man who was the suspect in the murder of his sister in Wisconsin is believed to have killed himself by Winona.

Red Lake County Sheriff’s Report 08/23/24

On the afternoon of 08/23/24, Noah Daniel Habermann (25) of East Grand Forks was cited for speeding on CR. #13 west of Red Lake Falls. On the afternoon of 08/23/24, Austin Bailey Branchand (24) of Thief River Falls was cited for speeding on Hwy. #32 in Red Lake Falls. Shortly after midnight on 08/25/24, a… Continue reading Red Lake County Sheriff’s Report 08/23/24

Sheriff Reveals Suspected Kidnapping in NW Minnesota Was Domestic Violence Incident

MIDDLE RIVER, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have more information regarding what the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office initially reported as a kidnapping. The Sheriff now tells TRF News it was a domestic violence case. Christ Rud is in custody and Hannah Cummings was not injured.

Christopher George Riggins was cited for disorderly conduct

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On May 6 at 12:08 p.m., police responded to a report of an intoxicated man banging on a hotel room door at Americas Best Value Inn and Suites. Christopher George Riggins, 53, from Orange City, Fla., was cited for disorderly conduct after admitting to being intoxicated. Riggins allegedly kicked… Continue reading Christopher George Riggins was cited for disorderly conduct

Adam Mark Swanson, 44, Thief River Falls, was charged with refusal to submit to a chemical test

Adam Mark Swanson

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On April 21 at 12:28 a.m., Adam Mark Swanson, 44, from Thief River Falls, was charged during a traffic stop along 155th Street Northeast. He faces third-degree refusal to submit to a chemical test, no proof of insurance, and unlawful possession of legend drugs. Swanson failed field sobriety tests,… Continue reading Adam Mark Swanson, 44, Thief River Falls, was charged with refusal to submit to a chemical test

A man was fatally shot Friday night, May 17, at a Green Line light-rail station in St. Paul.

ST. PAUL, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Police responded at about 11 p.m. to a report of shots fired at the eastbound Metro Transit Green Line station at Dale Street and University Avenue. Officers found a man on the platform with multiple gunshot wounds. He was taken to Regions Hospital, where he was pronounced dead, according to… Continue reading A man was fatally shot Friday night, May 17, at a Green Line light-rail station in St. Paul.

A woman from Cavalier was arrested for allegedly smuggling Suboxone into the Grand Forks County Correctional Center

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Elaine Alexis Longtine, a 25-year-old woman from Cavalier, was arrested on Monday, May 13, in connection with an incident involving the smuggling of Suboxone film strips into the Grand Forks County Correctional Center concealed within greeting card envelopes. Longtine faces charges of Class A felony conspiracy to deliver or possess… Continue reading A woman from Cavalier was arrested for allegedly smuggling Suboxone into the Grand Forks County Correctional Center

Alleged Murder Suspect in Thief River Falls Claims Act was for Public Safety

Jorge Luis Benitez-Estremera

PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Eleven months following the tragic death of Steven Opdahl outside DigiKey, chilling details emerge from an omnibus hearing shedding light on the alleged perpetrator’s mindset. Assistant Special Agent Testifies: Ricky Wuori Jr., of the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, recounted his initial interview with Jorge Luis Benitez-Estremera. Wuori described Benitez-Estremera’s… Continue reading Alleged Murder Suspect in Thief River Falls Claims Act was for Public Safety