PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Thief River Falls woman was arrested after deputies responded to a reported domestic assault late at night along Highway 59 Northeast.
Melanie Rose Nelson, 46, of Thief River Falls, was cited for domestic assault following the October 26, 2026, incident.
According to the report, the Pennington County Sheriff’s Office received the call at 11:59 p.m.
Deputies Respond Near Highway 59
The reported incident happened in the 15000 block of Highway 59 N.E.
Authorities said the sheriff’s office received a report of a domestic assault at that location.
The available report does not identify the caller or explain what led up to the incident.
Man Reportedly Assaulted
According to the report, Nelson allegedly assaulted a man.
No further details about the alleged assault were included in the information released.
The report also did not state whether the man suffered visible injuries or required medical treatment.
Nelson Arrested and Cited
Following the investigation, Nelson was arrested.
She was cited for domestic assault.
The information provided did not list a court date or indicate whether additional charges are possible.
Domestic assault allegations can involve physical harm, attempted harm, or acts intended to cause fear of immediate bodily harm.
More information about Minnesota domestic assault law is available through the Minnesota Office of the Revisor of Statutes.
The charge remains an allegation. Nelson is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.
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