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BEMIDJI, MN \u2013 (trfnews.i234.me)<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 A Cass Lake man faces three criminal charges after allegedly leading deputies on a high-speed motorcycle pursuit in Beltrami County.<\/p>\n

Keith Dion-James White, 22, of Cass Lake, is accused of fleeing law enforcement during an October 18, 2026, pursuit.<\/strong><\/p>\n

According to a criminal complaint, the chase reached speeds exceeding 90 mph before deputies ended their pursuit over public safety concerns.<\/p>\n

Motorcycle Wheelie Catches Deputy’s Attention<\/h2>\n

The incident began when a Beltrami County sheriff’s deputy was traveling northbound on Paul Bunyan Drive.<\/p>\n

The deputy reportedly saw a southbound motorcycle performing a wheelie.<\/p>\n

After turning around, the deputy activated emergency lights to initiate a traffic stop.<\/p>\n

Instead of stopping, the motorcycle accelerated away, according to the complaint.<\/p>\n

The deputy activated the squad car’s siren and continued pursuing the motorcycle southbound on Paul Bunyan Drive.<\/p>\n

The rider reportedly wore a gray sweatshirt and helmet while operating a dark-colored motorcycle.<\/p>\n

Pursuit Reaches Speeds Over 90 MPH<\/h2>\n

The motorcycle turned eastbound onto Roosevelt Road while continuing at a high speed.<\/p>\n

According to investigators, the rider passed another vehicle using the shoulder while traveling within city limits.<\/p>\n

The deputy reported observing speeds exceeding 90 mph during the pursuit.<\/p>\n

Dispatch eventually instructed the deputy to discontinue the chase because of public safety concerns.<\/p>\n

The deputy later estimated the pursuit covered approximately four miles at an average speed of 96 mph.<\/p>\n

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Keith Dion-James White<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Other Deputies Spot Motorcycle<\/h2>\n

Additional deputies positioned near Roosevelt Road reportedly heard an approaching motorcycle accelerating.<\/p>\n

They observed a dark motorcycle matching the original description.<\/p>\n

The rider was wearing a gray sweatshirt and helmet.<\/p>\n

Deputies also noticed the motorcycle had yellow rims and appeared to lack a registration plate.<\/p>\n

According to the complaint, the motorcycle accelerated away after the rider noticed the deputies.<\/p>\n

Tribal Police Locate Suspect at Gas Station<\/h2>\n

Shortly afterward, Leech Lake Tribal Police reported locating the motorcycle at the Junction Gas Station.<\/p>\n

Tribal officers took the suspected rider into custody.<\/p>\n

Authorities identified him as Keith Dion-James White.<\/p>\n

Investigators reported that the motorcycle did not have a license plate.<\/p>\n

A driver’s license check also showed White’s driving privileges were suspended.<\/p>\n

White was arrested and transported to jail.<\/p>\n

Suspect Makes Statement About Motorcycle<\/h2>\n

At the jail, White was advised of his Miranda rights.<\/p>\n

According to the complaint, White acknowledged that performing a wheelie near law enforcement was a poor decision.<\/p>\n

He also reportedly stated that he had purchased the motorcycle approximately one month earlier.<\/p>\n

White told investigators the motorcycle was not insured.<\/p>\n

Investigators reviewed dashboard camera footage showing the rider wearing a helmet with a green visor.<\/p>\n

White reportedly had a helmet matching that description.<\/p>\n

Felony and Misdemeanor Charges Filed<\/h2>\n

Prosecutors charged White with felony fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle.<\/p>\n

The charge carries a maximum penalty of three years and one day in prison, a $5,000 fine, or both.<\/p>\n

White also faces misdemeanor charges for operating an uninsured motorcycle and driving without a motorcycle endorsement.<\/p>\n

Each misdemeanor carries a possible sentence of 90 days in jail, a $1,000 fine, or both.<\/p>\n

The case was filed in Beltrami County District Court under number 04-CR-26-2608.<\/p>\n

The complaint includes an order of detention. The current case outcome has not been independently confirmed.<\/p>\n

Additional information is available through Minnesota’s fleeing law<\/a> and Minnesota Court Records Online<\/a>.<\/p>\n

White is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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

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