Troy Alan Wilcowski is charged with second-degree driving while impaired and misdemeanor disorderly conduct.<\/p>\n
According to a Clearwater County criminal complaint, deputies responded to reported threats and a fight on September 30, 2026.<\/p>\n
Investigators later reported a preliminary breath alcohol reading of .169, more than twice Minnesota’s standard legal limit.<\/p>\n
Deputies Respond to Threats Near Bagley<\/h2>\n
The Clearwater County Sheriff’s Office received a report of threats around 10:15 p.m.<\/p>\n
Les Renollette told dispatch that Wilcowski was threatening to come to his residence and fight him.<\/p>\n
Renollette also reported that a pickup had arrived at the property.<\/p>\n
He believed Wilcowski might be inside the vehicle.<\/p>\n
Deputies responded to a residence along 330th Street outside Bagley.<\/p>\n
Upon arrival, investigators contacted Wilcowski, who came outside to speak with them.<\/p>\n
Dispute Involved Wife and Cousin<\/h2>\n
According to court documents, Wilcowski told deputies he had recently learned about a relationship involving his wife and cousin.<\/p>\n
The complaint identifies his wife as F.W. and the cousin as Les Renollette.<\/p>\n
Wilcowski reportedly said he was upset after learning the two had developed a personal relationship.<\/p>\n
He initially claimed his daughter had driven him to Renollette’s residence.<\/p>\n
During the conversation, deputies noticed bloodshot and watery eyes, slurred speech, and an odor of alcohol.<\/p>\n
Wilcowski also reportedly admitted striking Renollette.<\/p>\n
Deputies placed him under arrest.<\/p>\n
Man Found Bleeding After Confrontation<\/h2>\n
Investigators entered the residence and found Renollette sitting on a couch with blood coming from his face.<\/p>\n
Renollette told deputies his nose was bleeding but declined an ambulance.<\/p>\n
According to the complaint, Renollette had previously been staying with Wilcowski and F.W.<\/p>\n
He said the couple had offered him a place to live when he needed housing.<\/p>\n
Renollette acknowledged that he and F.W. later developed feelings for each other.<\/p>\n
He told deputies another relative had informed Wilcowski about the relationship.<\/p>\n
Renollette alleged Wilcowski came to the residence, struck him, and grabbed his neck.<\/p>\n
He reportedly said he did not strike Wilcowski back and instead tried to maintain distance.<\/p>\n
Daughter Disputes Father’s Driving Claim<\/h2>\n
Deputies also interviewed Wilcowski’s adult daughter about the events leading to the confrontation.<\/p>\n
She reported witnessing an argument between her parents earlier that evening.<\/p>\n
According to the complaint, Wilcowski demanded that F.W. choose between him and Renollette.<\/p>\n
He allegedly slammed his hand on a table and told F.W. to pack her belongings.<\/p>\n
The daughter later drove F.W. to another residence.<\/p>\n
She told investigators that Wilcowski subsequently decided to confront Renollette.<\/p>\n
According to her statement, she tried to convince her father not to drive.<\/p>\n
She said she refused to transport him and instead followed his white Ford pickup.<\/p>\n
The daughter also reported witnessing part of the physical confrontation.<\/p>\n
Wilcowski Admits Driving After Drinking<\/h2>\n
After receiving a Miranda warning, Wilcowski reportedly agreed to speak with deputies.<\/p>\n
According to the complaint, he acknowledged driving to the residence himself.<\/p>\n
He also admitted drinking alcohol and described himself as having “maybe a buzz.”<\/p>\n
Wilcowski reportedly admitted striking Renollette once in the nose.<\/p>\n
Deputies administered an eye movement test and reported observing possible signs of impairment.<\/p>\n
Wilcowski then provided a preliminary breath sample.<\/p>\n
The roadside test returned an alcohol concentration of .169.<\/p>\n
Open Beer Found Inside Pickup<\/h2>\n
Investigators searched Wilcowski’s vehicle following his arrest.<\/p>\n
According to the complaint, deputies found an open beer in a center console cup holder.<\/p>\n
Wilcowski was transported to the Clearwater County Jail.<\/p>\n
Investigators later obtained a search warrant authorizing a blood or urine sample.<\/p>\n
After receiving the warrant, Wilcowski agreed to provide a urine sample.<\/p>\n
The sample was collected for testing by the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension.<\/p>\n
The supplied complaint does not include final laboratory results from that sample.<\/p>\n
Prior DWI Conviction Cited<\/h2>\n
Prosecutors identified two aggravating factors supporting the second-degree DWI charge.<\/p>\n
The first involves the preliminary alcohol reading exceeding Minnesota’s .16 threshold.<\/p>\n
The second involves a previous qualifying impaired driving conviction.<\/p>\n
According to court documents, Wilcowski was convicted of misdemeanor DWI on May 18, 2022.<\/p>\n
The complaint also identifies a previous DWI test refusal conviction from 2008.<\/p>\n
The 2022 conviction falls within the ten-year period cited in the current charge.<\/p>\n
Two Criminal Charges Filed<\/h2>\n
Wilcowski faces two charges in Clearwater County District Court.<\/p>\n
Count 1:<\/strong> Gross misdemeanor second-degree DWI involving an alcohol concentration of .08 or higher with two alleged aggravating factors.<\/p>\n A conviction could carry up to 364 days in jail, a $3,000 fine, or both.<\/p>\n Count 2:<\/strong> Misdemeanor disorderly conduct involving allegations of fighting.<\/p>\n That offense carries a maximum penalty of 90 days in jail, a $1,000 fine, or both.<\/p>\n These penalties represent statutory maximums, not sentences imposed in this case.<\/p>\n Readers can review Minnesota’s second-degree DWI law<\/a>.<\/p>\n Additional information is available through Minnesota’s disorderly conduct statute<\/a>.<\/p>\n The case is filed in Clearwater County District Court within Minnesota’s Ninth Judicial District.<\/p>\n The court file number is 15-CR-26-351.<\/p>\n The prosecutor’s file number is 100101.<\/p>\n The supplied complaint includes an order of detention but does not establish the current custody status.<\/p>\n It also does not provide a final court outcome or sentencing information.<\/p>\n Additional details may be available through Minnesota Court Records Online<\/a>.<\/p>\n The allegations remain subject to the court process.<\/p>\n Wilcowski is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.<\/p>\n I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\nClearwater County Court Proceedings<\/h2>\n
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