Crookston Police Encounter Hatchet-Wielding Man: Body Cam Footage Unveiled

CROOKSTON, MN (nomadnews.i234.me) – On May 16, 2024, body camera footage captured a tense confrontation between police officers and 35-year-old Andrew Scott Dale in Crookston, MN. The video shows Dale wielding a hatchet and aggressively asking the officers to shoot him while threatening to harm anyone in his path. This alarming situation escalated rapidly, leading… Continue reading Crookston Police Encounter Hatchet-Wielding Man: Body Cam Footage Unveiled

June 3, 2024 Arrest and Fire Report in Crookston

The Northwest Regional Corrections Center reported the arrest of the following over the weekend-   6/1/2024 Jacob Duane Hibl, 38, of Crookston, for Public Nuisance, Annoy/Injure/Endanger Safety. James Richard Shaugbay, 33, of Theif River Falls, for Drugs, third-degree sale to a person under 18. Sean Jacob Halvorson, 23, of Gonvick, for Damage to Property, fourth-degree intentional damage. 6/2/2024 … Continue reading June 3, 2024 Arrest and Fire Report in Crookston

Crookston Man Enters Not Guilty Plea for Drug Charges, Potentially Facing 20-Year Prison Sentence

Gary Herbert Sundquist POLK COUNTY, MN (nomadnews.i234.me) – A Crookston man waived his omnibus hearing on Thursday, June 6, and pleaded not guilty to third-degree controlled substance crimes. Gary Herbert Sundquist, 64, could face up to 20 years in prison for third-degree controlled substance sale and possession in a prohibited zone. According to a probable… Continue reading Crookston Man Enters Not Guilty Plea for Drug Charges, Potentially Facing 20-Year Prison Sentence

Arrest and Fire Report from Crookston – May 6, 2024

The Northwest Regional Correction Center reported the arrest of the following- John Richard Kraker, 75, of Crookston, for driving after cancellation. Joan Louise Hunter, 70, of Crookston, for fourth-degree DUI. Aaron Cade Carrington, 31, no address listed, for fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle. Dillon Gary Anderson, 28, no address listed, for driving… Continue reading Arrest and Fire Report from Crookston – May 6, 2024

Crookston Arrest and Fire Report on May 3, 2024

The Northwest Regional Correction Center reported the arrest of the following- Alexander Espinoza Ortega, 29, of Mahnomen, for second-degree aggravated robbery. The Crookston Fire Department (CFD) responded to the following calls on 5/2/2024 – At 9:30 a.m., the CFD responded to the 1500 block of Raddison Rd for a report of a detector beeping. Upon… Continue reading Crookston Arrest and Fire Report on May 3, 2024

Crookston Arrest and Fire Report for May 2, 2024

The Northwest Regional Correction Center reported the arrest of the following- Jerome Anthony White, 23, of Cass Lake, for probation violation. The Crookston Fire Department (CFD) responded to the following calls on 5/1/2024 – At 11:00 p.m., the CFD responded to the 600 block of 2nd Ave NE for a report of an alarm activation.… Continue reading Crookston Arrest and Fire Report for May 2, 2024

Crookston Man Receives Nearly 22-Year Prison Sentence for Producing Child Pornography

Jorge Alberto Torres, Jr. FERGUS FALLS, MN (nomadnews.i234.me) – A Crookston man has been sentenced to nearly 22 years in prison followed by 20 years of probation for producing images and videos showing the sexual abuse of a minor girl. Jorge Alberto Torres, Jr., 52, was arrested after the victim reported his actions to school… Continue reading Crookston Man Receives Nearly 22-Year Prison Sentence for Producing Child Pornography

Crookston Arrest and Fire Report – May 1, 2024

The Northwest Regional Correction Center reported the arrest of the following- Randy Joseph Kappes, 42, of Ulen, for driving after their driver’s license was revoked. Isaac Earl Sullivan, 33, of Apple Valley, Minnesota, for traffic DUI and refusal to submit to chemical testing. Sarah Marie Gnadt, 38, of Ada, for selling narcotic drugs in the… Continue reading Crookston Arrest and Fire Report – May 1, 2024

April 29, 2024 – Arrest and Fire Report in Crookston

The Northwest Regional Correction Center reported the arrest of the following- Kelly Leon Plutowski, 63, of Ardoch, North Dakota, for third-degree DUI. Russel Jerome Fahlstrom, 29, of Laporte, Minnesota, for kidnapping and committing great bodily harm or terrorizing another. The Crookston Fire Department (CFD) responded to the following calls over the weekend – 4/27/2024 At… Continue reading April 29, 2024 – Arrest and Fire Report in Crookston

Ex-HR Coordinator in Crookston Accused of Felony Theft for Over $4,300 in Missing Funds

Jordan Bergquist CROOKSTON, MN (nomadnews.i234.me) – Jordan Bergquist, the former Human Resources Coordinator for the City of Crookston, finds himself at the center of legal trouble as he faces four felony counts of theft. The charges stem from an investigation revealing discrepancies in payroll transactions, resulting in over $4,300 in missing funds. Audit Unveils Irregularities:… Continue reading Ex-HR Coordinator in Crookston Accused of Felony Theft for Over $4,300 in Missing Funds