Lowell Reed Fisher, 39, of Cass Lake, is charged with failing to meet predatory offender registration rules. He also faces a misdemeanor theft charge.<\/p>\n
The case was filed in Minnesota\u2019s Ninth Judicial District. The court file number is 04-CR-26-1138.<\/p>\n
Walmart Incident Reported In Bemidji<\/h2>\n
According to the complaint, the case began on May 17, 2026, at the Walmart at 2025 Paul Bunyan Drive NW in Bemidji.<\/p>\n
A Walmart employee, Kerry Twa, reported that Fisher brought a bag into the store. The complaint says Fisher placed food items inside the bag.<\/p>\n
Authorities allege Fisher then passed all points of sale without paying. Store video reportedly confirmed the account.<\/p>\n
The complaint states Fisher told authorities he took the food because he was hungry. The stolen items were recovered and returned to Walmart.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\nLowell Reed Fisher<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
Registry Compliance Allegation<\/h2>\n
A records check showed Fisher was listed as non-compliant with Minnesota\u2019s predatory offender registry, according to the complaint.<\/p>\n
Authorities later reviewed Fisher\u2019s registry file. The complaint says Fisher was required to register as a predatory offender.<\/p>\n
Fisher had registered as homeless in Cass Lake starting January 10, 2026. That status required weekly homeless check-ins.<\/p>\n
The complaint says Fisher was marked non-compliant on March 20, 2026. Prosecutors allege his last check-in was March 2, 2026.<\/p>\n
During transport, Fisher claimed he had been in prison during the non-compliance period. He also claimed he checked in weekly with the Cass Lake Sheriff\u2019s Office.<\/p>\n
Charges And Possible Penalties<\/h2>\n
The felony count is listed under Minnesota Statute 243.166<\/a>. The complaint lists a maximum penalty of five years in prison, a $10,000 fine, or both.<\/p>\n The theft count is listed under Minnesota Statute 609.52<\/a>. The complaint lists a maximum penalty of 90 days in jail, a $1,000 fine, or both.<\/p>\n Beltrami County District Court handles criminal cases filed in the county. More court information is available through the Minnesota Judicial Branch<\/a>.<\/p>\n The complaint also notes a prior conviction for second-degree criminal sexual conduct involving a victim under 16.<\/p>\n A criminal complaint is not a conviction. Fisher is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.<\/p>\n