WARREN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Travis Gene Wendell, a resident of Warren, Minnesota, is facing serious legal trouble after a violent confrontation with law enforcement. On September 19th, Wendell was found slumped behind the wheel of his vehicle, prompting Warren deputies to intervene. When they tried to remove him from the car, a struggle ensued, during which Wendell reportedly struck a deputy and threatened to bite off the officer’s nose.
As deputies attempted to restrain him, Wendell caused extensive damage to the squad car, kicking its doors and windows. Prior to the arrest, he also backed into a garage, causing further property damage. Wendell now faces four felony charges, including terroristic threats, assault of a peace officer, and two counts of first-degree property damage. Additionally, he is charged with a gross misdemeanor for DWI after refusing to submit to a chemical test.
This incident marks a troubling escalation in what started as a routine welfare check, now leading to significant criminal charges.