Thief River Falls Woman Cited After Hair-Pulling Claim

Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — A local woman has been cited following an assault investigation in Thief River Falls.

The reported assault happened July 3 at 915 Falls Avenue.

Alyssa Amberose Otto, 46, of Thief River Falls, was cited for fifth-degree assault.

Woman Reported Hair-Pulling Assault

According to the citation, Otto allegedly grabbed another woman by her hair.

The citation states that Otto pulled out a chunk of the woman’s hair.

The alleged force caused the woman to fall onto the ground.

The woman suffered a scrape near her ribs during the reported incident.

The available report did not describe any other injuries.

It also did not state whether medical treatment was needed.

The citation was issued after authorities investigated the July 3 incident.

No further details about the circumstances were included in the available report.

The report did not explain what happened before the alleged assault.

It also did not identify the relationship between Otto and the other woman.

Fifth-degree assault is covered under Minnesota Statute 609.224.

The law covers acts intended to cause fear or bodily harm.

The specific penalties can depend on the facts and a person’s previous record.

A citation is an allegation and does not prove guilt.

Otto is presumed innocent unless proven guilty through the court process.

Future hearings and public case information may appear through Minnesota Court Records Online.

Some court records may not be immediately available online.

Residents can find local government information on the City of Thief River Falls website.

TRF News will provide updates if more public information becomes available.

I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.

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