Thief River Falls Woman Faces 2 Felonies in Drug Raid

THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 41-year-old Thief River Falls woman faces two felony drug charges following a search of her residence near Northrup Park.

Christine Rae Good is accused of possessing methamphetamine within a park zone and storing methamphetamine-related items where a child lived.

According to a Pennington County criminal complaint, investigators discovered suspected methamphetamine, smoking devices, scales, and drug packaging materials.

The search occurred October 2, 2026, at a residence on Horace Avenue North.

Investigation Begins With Pizza Ranch Theft Case

Investigators initially obtained a search warrant while reviewing a separate Pizza Ranch theft investigation.

According to court documents, police also reviewed previous calls involving Good’s residence.

A judge approved the first search warrant around 11:15 a.m. on October 2.

Officers arrived at the home approximately 16 minutes later.

Investigators knocked repeatedly and announced they had a search warrant.

After receiving no response, officers entered and searched the residence.

No one was inside when police entered.

Suspected Methamphetamine Found During Search

While documenting the residence, investigators discovered a black container near a bed.

According to the complaint, the container featured a skull design with pink coloring.

Inside, officers discovered several small plastic bags.

One bag contained white residue that tested presumptively positive for methamphetamine.

Investigators stopped their search for drugs and obtained an additional warrant.

The second search warrant was approved around 1:12 p.m.

Police then resumed searching for controlled substances and related evidence.

Police Discover Pipes, Scales, and Suspected Drugs

Investigators reported discovering several items inside the bedroom believed to be used by Good.

Those included glass smoking pipes, plastic bags, scales, and containers with suspected drug residue.

A purple glass pipe was reportedly sitting openly on a bedside table.

Officers also found a lockbox containing a wooden container labeled “Booty Bank.”

Inside the wooden box, investigators discovered three glass pipes with residue.

Several items reportedly tested presumptively positive for methamphetamine.

Police also discovered a small plastic bag containing a crystalline substance on a bedroom shelf.

According to the complaint, that material weighed approximately 0.4 grams, including its packaging.

The weight was measured using an uncertified scale.

Additional suspected drug paraphernalia was discovered in the kitchen.

Child Reportedly Lived at Residence

The criminal complaint also raised concerns about a child living inside the home.

Investigators observed a separate bedroom containing children’s clothing, toys, and other personal belongings.

Police reviewed a previous welfare check conducted September 28, 2026.

That earlier call involved allegations that methamphetamine was being left where a child could access it.

According to the complaint, Good confirmed she lived at the residence with her child and boyfriend, Michael Loiland.

Both Good and Loiland reportedly denied using methamphetamine.

They suggested former roommates were responsible for the suspected drugs.

Following the October 2 search, investigators discussed requesting a temporary protective hold for the child.

The complaint does not confirm whether that hold was ultimately approved.

Residence Located Near Northrup Park

Investigators also examined the home’s location in relation to Northrup Park.

According to the complaint, the park is adjacent to the residence.

An investigator measured the distance using Google Maps and reported approximately 227 feet.

That location is relevant to the third-degree controlled substance charge involving a park zone.

The complaint does not allege that drugs were being sold or distributed inside the park itself.

Two Felony Drug Charges Filed

Prosecutors filed two felony charges against Christine Rae Good.

Count I: Third-Degree Controlled Substance Possession

Good is accused of possessing methamphetamine within a designated park zone.

The charge falls under Minnesota Statute 152.023, subdivision 2(a)(6).

A conviction could carry up to 20 years in prison, a $250,000 fine, or both.

Count II: Methamphetamine-Related Crime Involving Children

Prosecutors allege Good stored methamphetamine and related paraphernalia where a child was present.

This felony carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison, a $10,000 fine, or both.

These are maximum statutory penalties, not sentences imposed by the court.

More information is available through Minnesota’s third-degree controlled substance law.

Readers can also review Minnesota’s methamphetamine-related child protection statute.

Pennington County Court Proceedings

The case is filed in Pennington County District Court within Minnesota’s Ninth Judicial District.

The court file number is 57-CR-26-699.

The prosecutor’s file number is 57-1870.

The complaint includes an order of detention but does not establish Good’s current custody status.

The supplied documents also do not include final laboratory confirmation of the suspected methamphetamine.

Additional court information may be available through Minnesota Court Records Online.

The charges remain allegations. Good is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.

I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.