{"id":35234,"date":"2026-06-27T13:26:42","date_gmt":"2026-06-27T18:26:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/?p=35234"},"modified":"2026-06-27T13:26:42","modified_gmt":"2026-06-27T18:26:42","slug":"naytahwaush-man-charged-after-foot-chase","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/naytahwaush-man-charged-after-foot-chase\/","title":{"rendered":"Naytahwaush Man Charged After Foot Chase"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Naytahwaush Man Charged After Foot Chase<\/h2>\n

NAYTAHWAUSH<\/strong> (trfnews.i234.me<\/a>) \u2014 Robert James Azure, 51, faces three charges in Becker County District Court.<\/p>\n

One count alleges felony fifth-degree controlled substance possession.<\/p>\n

Two misdemeanor counts allege obstructing legal process and fleeing an officer on foot.<\/p>\n

Search Warrant Led to Foot Chase<\/h2>\n

According to court records, the case began May 12 near a home on Wolf Clan Lane.<\/p>\n

A special agent was helping execute a search warrant at the residence.<\/p>\n

Investigators believed Azure was nearby and knew he had an active felony warrant.<\/p>\n

Court records state Azure had missed a January 14 sentencing hearing.<\/p>\n

Just before 11 a.m., officers saw a man in dark clothing near the home.<\/p>\n

As they approached, the man allegedly ran away.<\/p>\n

An agent followed and recognized him as Azure.<\/p>\n

Azure was told he was under arrest, according to the complaint.<\/p>\n

He allegedly hid behind a tree and then tried to run again.<\/p>\n

Officers used a pepper ball, and Azure fell to his knees.<\/p>\n

When an agent reached for his wrist, Azure allegedly resisted.<\/p>\n

A brief struggle followed before officers placed him in handcuffs.<\/p>\n

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Robert James Azure booking photo.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Substance Allegedly Found After Arrest<\/h2>\n

After the arrest, an agent saw a small clear bag near Azure.<\/p>\n

The complaint says the bag had fallen from his pocket.<\/p>\n

It contained a white crystal substance weighing about two grams.<\/p>\n

The substance field-tested positive for methamphetamine.<\/p>\n

Field tests are preliminary and do not replace final laboratory testing.<\/p>\n

The supplied records do not include a laboratory result.<\/p>\n

Charges and Possible Penalties<\/h2>\n

Azure faces a felony fifth-degree controlled substance charge.<\/p>\n

Under Minnesota Statute 152.025<\/a>, unlawful possession can qualify as a fifth-degree offense.<\/p>\n

The listed felony can carry up to five years in prison and a $10,000 fine.<\/p>\n

Those are maximum penalties and do not predict the case outcome.<\/p>\n

The obstruction charge is listed as a misdemeanor in the supplied records.<\/p>\n

Minnesota law<\/a> also covers running or hiding to avoid arrest.<\/p>\n

Fleeing an officer on foot is classified as a misdemeanor.<\/p>\n

A Minnesota misdemeanor can carry up to 90 days and a $1,000 fine.<\/p>\n

Next Court Appearance<\/h2>\n

Azure\u2019s next court appearance is scheduled for July 8.<\/p>\n

It will take place in Becker County District Court, according to the supplied record.<\/p>\n

The courthouse<\/a> is located at 913 Lake Avenue in Detroit Lakes.<\/p>\n

Schedules can change, so readers should confirm the date before attending.<\/p>\n

The supplied records do not state Azure\u2019s bail or current custody status.<\/p>\n

Charges Remain Allegations<\/h2>\n

A criminal complaint presents allegations and does not establish guilt.<\/p>\n

The prosecution must prove each charge beyond a reasonable doubt.<\/p>\n

Azure is presumed innocent unless the charges are proven in court.<\/p>\n

I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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