Prosecutors charged Fontaine with felony threats of violence. He also faces misdemeanor criminal damage to property.<\/p>\n
The case was filed in Polk County District Court. The court file number is 60-CR-26-865.<\/p>\n
Threats Alleged During Dispute<\/h2>\n
The complaint says the dispute began on June 14, 2026. Fontaine and another man had reportedly been in a physical fight.<\/p>\n
Fontaine later returned while several people were outside the apartments. He allegedly threatened to kill the man.<\/p>\n
He also allegedly threatened to cut the man with a knife. The man told police he feared for his safety.<\/p>\n
Two witnesses reportedly confirmed hearing Fontaine make verbal threats. Their names were shortened in the public complaint.<\/p>\n
Bicycle Tires Found Slashed<\/h2>\n
The man also reported damage to his three-wheeled bicycle. He said Fontaine pushed the bicycle toward its earlier location.<\/p>\n
The next morning, the man found two bicycle tires slashed. He also reported a missing screwdriver.<\/p>\n
The complaint lists the estimated property damage at about $200. Police received the report on June 15, 2026.<\/p>\n
Fontaine told investigators the other man had threatened him with a screwdriver. Witnesses reportedly denied seeing that happen.<\/p>\n
Possible Penalties<\/h2>\n
The felony charge falls under Minnesota Statute 609.713<\/a>.<\/p>\n A conviction may bring up to five years in prison. It may also bring a fine up to $10,000.<\/p>\n The property charge falls under Minnesota Statute 609.595<\/a>.<\/p>\n The complaint lists a possible 90-day jail sentence. It also lists a fine up to $1,000.<\/p>\n Case information may be available through Minnesota Court Records Online<\/a>.<\/p>\n The charges are allegations. Fontaine is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.<\/p>\n
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