Grand Forks Man Charged with Attempted Murder Following SWAT Standoff

Jeffrey Simpson Jr. GRAND FORKS, ND (nomadnews.i234.me) – In a dramatic turn of events, 30-year-old Jeffrey Simpson Jr. from Grand Forks finds himself at the center of a legal storm, charged with multiple serious offenses, including attempted murder. Last Friday, as Grand Forks SWAT team members attempted to execute a probable cause arrest on Simpson… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Charged with Attempted Murder Following SWAT Standoff

Larimore Shooting Suspect Makes Court Appearance, Charged with Murder

Troy Larson GRAND FORKS, ND (nomadnews.i234.me) – Troy Larson, the accused in the tragic Larimore shooting incident, made his initial court appearance on April 2 via Zoom from his hospital bed at Altru in Grand Forks. Larson faces severe charges, including murder, attempted murder, and seven counts of reckless endangerment. The bond has been set… Continue reading Larimore Shooting Suspect Makes Court Appearance, Charged with Murder

Grand Forks Teen Charged with Murder Celebrates 18th Birthday, Moved to Adult Correctional Facility

Cazmere Haskins GRAND FORKS, ND (nomadnews.i234.me) – In a sobering turn of events, Cazmere Haskins, the Grand Forks teen accused of murder, celebrated his 18th birthday this week under far from ideal circumstances. Haskins, who was previously held in juvenile detention, was transferred to the Grand Forks County Correctional Facility. Just weeks ago, Haskins was… Continue reading Grand Forks Teen Charged with Murder Celebrates 18th Birthday, Moved to Adult Correctional Facility

The accused murder suspect in Thief River Falls defends actions as necessary for public safety

Jorge Luis Benitez-Estremera PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN (nomadnews.i234.me) – Eleven months following the tragic death of Steven Opdahl outside DigiKey, chilling details emerge from an omnibus hearing shedding light on the alleged perpetrator’s mindset. Assistant Special Agent Testifies: Ricky Wuori Jr., of the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, recounted his initial interview with Jorge Luis Benitez-Estremera.… Continue reading The accused murder suspect in Thief River Falls defends actions as necessary for public safety

Heartbreaking Justice: Day Care Provider Receives Two-Decade Sentence for Infant’s Murder

Patricia Wick CARRINGTON, ND (nomadnews.i234.me) – In a poignant 2 1/2-hour sentencing hearing, the tragic tale of 5-month-old Reed Nelson’s death unfolded. Before victim impact statements, the medical examiner vividly described Reed’s demise, leaving his family shattered. “You have stolen the joy of us seeing Reed’s first steps, his first words,” lamented Brittany, Reed’s mother.… Continue reading Heartbreaking Justice: Day Care Provider Receives Two-Decade Sentence for Infant’s Murder

Digi-Key murder of Steven Opdahl: Hearing takes place in TRF

Jorge Luis Benitez-Estremera A law enforcement officer testified Tuesday afternoon about his interview with a Thief River Falls man accused of murdering a Digi-Key employee outside of the business in May 2023. Jorge Luis Benitez-Estremera, 33, was indicted last year on felony charges of first-degree murder – premeditated and second-degree murder – intent. He is accused… Continue reading Digi-Key murder of Steven Opdahl: Hearing takes place in TRF

Woman from Grand Forks Faces Attempted Murder Charges for Allegedly Strangling Mother

Brianna Lynn Thomas GRAND FORKS, ND (nomadnews.i234.me) – In a harrowing incident, 20-year-old Brianna Lynn Thomas from Grand Forks faces severe charges of attempted murder and domestic violence after purportedly attempting to strangle her mother. The altercation unfolded on Sunday night, prompting a swift response from law enforcement. According to court records, authorities were summoned… Continue reading Woman from Grand Forks Faces Attempted Murder Charges for Allegedly Strangling Mother

Mandan Man Convicted of Murder in Bismarck Shooting

Benjamin Williams BISMARCK, ND (nomadnews.i234.me) – In a decisive verdict, jurors convicted Benjamin Williams, 29, of Mandan, for the murder of Christopher Sebastian, 39, in a 2022 shooting incident in Bismarck. The jury’s decision, reached after less than two hours of deliberation on Monday, could result in Williams facing life imprisonment without parole. Sentencing awaits… Continue reading Mandan Man Convicted of Murder in Bismarck Shooting

Grand Forks Man Accused of Attempted Murder for Allegedly Using Extension Cord to Strangle Coworker

Alexander Antonio Thompson GRAND FORKS, ND (nomadnews.i234.me) – On April 22, Alexander Antonio Thompson, 27, engaged in a violent altercation with a coworker at their workplace in Grand Forks. According to witness statements and an affidavit, Thompson allegedly attempted to strangle the coworker during the altercation. He then reportedly used an electrical extension cord to… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Accused of Attempted Murder for Allegedly Using Extension Cord to Strangle Coworker

Grand Forks Man Accused of Attempted Murder for Allegedly Strangling Coworker with Extension Cord

Alexander Antonio Thompson GRAND FORKS, ND (nomadnews.i234.me) – On April 22, Alexander Antonio Thompson, 27, engaged in a violent altercation with a coworker at their workplace in Grand Forks. According to witness statements and an affidavit, Thompson allegedly attempted to strangle the coworker during the altercation. He then reportedly used an electrical extension cord to… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Accused of Attempted Murder for Allegedly Strangling Coworker with Extension Cord