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Case Against Iron Range Hells Angels at Risk

Government Misconduct, and Law Enforcement Connections to Hells Angels President leave questions

October 10, 2024

Matt McConico,

Part 1: EVELETH, Minn. – Government misconduct could jeopardize a 2023 kidnapping and sexual assault case, against members of the Iron Range Hells Angels. A member of the Hells Angels, Paul Debelak, is still facing charges including 1st-degree sexual assault, and kidnapping, after a judge denied a motion by his attorney to dismiss the case, on Tuesday. Court records show…

Duluth Student Hit by Vehicle, Minor Injuries Occurred

October 10, 2024

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — A Duluth student was hit by a vehicle Thursday morning, causing minor injuries. The Duluth Police Department says that at 9 a.m. an East High School Resource Officer responded to the report of a 14-year-old girl struck by a vehicle. The student was crossing 40th Avenue East at Luverne Street when she was hit by a vehicle…

Motorcyclist Identified in Duluth Fatal Crash

October 10, 2024

KQDS Staff,

Zhen Yu Zhou UPDATE (October 10, 10:45 a.m.) — The Duluth Police Department has identified the motorcyclist who died in a crash Monday morning. The person has been identified as 39-year-old Zhen Zhou of Duluth. UPDATE (October 7, 11:00 a.m.) — Duluth Police say a motor vehicle crash between an SUV and motorcycle resulted in the death of one person….

Mount Royal Market Attack Suspect Ruled Incompetent

October 10, 2024

Emily Halling, Dan Hanger,

Duluth, Minn. — The man accused of attacking an elderly man with a hammer at a Duluth grocery store has been ruled incompetent to stand trial at this time. 43-year-old Lance Tolbert is facing a first-degree murder attempt charge. But Dr. Emma Welch, a psychologist, met with Tolbert and concluded, “He lacked insight into the nature of his incarceration or…

Charges: Superior Man Shot, Killed Ex-Girlfriend’s Boyfriend

October 8, 2024

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — A one-million-dollars bail has been set for a Superior man accused of killing his ex-girlfriend’s boyfriend over the weekend. Aaron Johnson, 30, is facing three felony charges, including first-degree intentional homicide. According to court documents, the ex-girlfriend and her boyfriend were in her garage Sunday around 9:20 p.m. on the 2400 block of Ogden Avenue when Johnson…

Calumet: Two People Hospitalized With Gunshot Wounds, Three In Custody

October 7, 2024

KQDS Staff,

CALUMET, Minn. — Two people are in the hospital with gunshot wounds and three suspects are in custody as a result. The Itasca County Sheriff’s Office says in the early hours on Monday officers responded to a shooting incident in Calumet. Two people sustained gunshot wounds and were brought to hospitals in Grand Rapids and Duluth. Three people were arrested,…

South Ridge School All Clear After Bomb Threat, Suspect is a Juvenile

October 7, 2024

KQDS Staff,

UPDATE (October 7, 3:15 p.m.) — School officials say the school is now clear after a search took place for a bomb. Superintendent Reggie Engebritson told Fox 21 law enforcement did find the suspect who made the call. It is a juvenile from a different part of the state with no connection to anyone at the school. Law enforcement is…

Lincoln Park Convenience Store Victim Of ‘Smash And Grab’

October 6, 2024

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth police are investigating a “smash and grab” burglary at the KornerStore on the 1800 block of West Superior Street. Officers responded to the store around 1 a.m. Friday. They found a broken front-door window, but no one inside. The only items stolen were cigarettes, according to police. The investigation is ongoing. Categories: Crime, Minnesota, News, News…

Ex-Cop Who Killed Daunte Wright Shares Story With Officers, Sparking Debate Over Redemption

October 6, 2024

The Associated Press,

(AP) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A former Minnesota police officer who was convicted of killing a Black motorist when she used her handgun instead of her taser during a traffic stop is out of prison and delivering presentations at law enforcement conferences, stirring up a heated debate over how officers punished for misconduct should atone for their misdeeds. After Kim Potter…

Man Arrested After Allegedly Threatening To ‘Shoot Up’ Minneapolis Synagogue

October 6, 2024

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A Minnesota man was arrested after allegedly threatening to “shoot up” a Minneapolis synagogue, officials announced on Saturday. Staff at Temple Israel reported to the Minneapolis Police Department on Sept. 11 that they had received several phone calls from a person threatening to “shoot up” the synagogue. Then on Thursday, a special police detail assigned provide extra…

Murder Sentence for 2022 Duluth Shooting

Shooter in deadly 2022 Duluth shooting learns his sentence

September 30, 2024

Matt McConico,

DULUTH, Minn. – A 19-year-old Duluth man has been sentenced to 27.5 years in prison today. Corey Devon Young was sentenced for the July 2022 shooting of 17-year-old Xzavier Aubid-St. Clair near East 1st St in Duluth. When police reviewed security cameras in the area, they “showed the Defendant and Victim talking back and forth when the Defendant pulls out…

Multiple Injuries After Vehicle Struck Participants at Event in Hackensack

September 30, 2024

KQDS Staff,

HACKENSACK, Minn. — Multiple people were injured on Saturday after a vehicle struck them and a tent at an event in downtown Hackensack. The Cass County Sheriff’s Office says at 3:37 p.m. a report came in of an 80-year-old man attempting to park his Honda Pilot. Authorities say he exited the vehicle, and it continued to move away from the…

One Dead After Two-Vehicle Accident, Crash Under Investigation

September 30, 2024

KQDS Staff,

MAPLE TOWNSHIP, Minn. — A fatal crash is under investigation after one person died in a two-vehicle accident Saturday. The Cass County Sheriff’s Office says the report came in at 5:03 p.m. on County Road 1 near the intersection of County Road 24 in Maple Township, rural Pequot Lakes. Authorities say a Ford pickup and Mazda pickup were involved in…

Duluth Drive-By Suspect Charged

Suspect fires at house, hits nephew's bedroom

September 25, 2024

Matt McConico,

DULUTH, Minn. – A 43-year-old Duluth man has been charged in a drive-by shooting that occurred at his own family’s home in the Lakeside/Lester Park neighborhood. Authorities say Justin Miller drove past the 5400 Block of Oakley St. shortly after 4:00 p.m. on Sunday before he aimed and fired a bullet that would end up striking the room of his…

Driver Cited After Crash With School Bus In Ashland

September 23, 2024

KQDS Staff,

ASHLAND, Wis. — Ashland emergency personnel responded to a school bus accident Monday morning. Ashland police said an SUV cut in front of the bus at the intersection of Binsfield Road and Farm Road. The bus struck the front passenger corner of the SUV driven by a 28-year-old female from Bessemer, Michigan, as she was turning left to go north…

Man Dead After Crashing Pickup Into Carlton Laundry

September 19, 2024

KQDS Staff,

CARLTON, Minn. — A man is dead after crashing his vehicle into Carlton Laundry Wednesday night. The Carlton County Sheriff’s Office says the report of the crash came in 8:28 p.m. The driver, 48-year-old Adam Forsythe of Grand Lake Township was driving a pickup truck. Authorities say he was traveling east on Highway 210 when he drove off the road…

Duluth Man Enters Guilty Plea in Girlfriend’s Death

September 18, 2024

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — A Duluth man accused of killing his girlfriend in March and who first denied committing the death has entered a guilty plea of second-degree murder, while committing domestic assault and strangulation. As part of the plea deal, 25-year-old Dale John Howard has agreed to a sentence of 20 years in prison for the death of 27-year-old Allisa…

One Dead, One Injured After Traffic Accident in Tofte Area

September 18, 2024

KQDS Staff,

COOK COUNTY, Minn. — One person is dead, and another is injured after a car wreck happened in the Tofte area. The Cook County Sheriff’s Office says on Tuesday at 8:29 p.m. they received a 911 call about the accident. Two people in a vehicle needed immediate medical attention. Authorities say Douglas Junker was pronounced dead at scene. Another person,…

Single Vehicle Crash in Mahtowa Township, Alcohol a Possible Factor

September 18, 2024

KQDS Staff,

MAHTOWA TOWNSHIP, Minn. — One man is injured after a vehicle crash in Mahtowa Township. The Carlton County Sheriff’s Office says on Tuesday at 4:51 p.m. a single vehicle crash was reported near the intersection of County Road 61 and Painted Lane. Authorities say a Ford Ranger left the roadway and crashed into the ditch. A 37-year-old man was found…

Man Suspected In Apparent Assassination Attempt On Trump Charged With Federal Gun Crimes

September 16, 2024

The Associated Press,

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — A man suspected in an apparent assassination attempt targeting former President Donald Trump was charged Monday with federal gun crimes, making his first court appearance in the final weeks of a White House race already touched by violence. Ryan Wesley Routh, 58, faces charges of possessing a firearm despite a prior felony conviction and possessing a…

FBI: Trump Was Subject Of ‘Apparent Assassination Attempt’ At His Florida Golf Club

September 15, 2024

Dan Hanger,

AP WASHINGTON (AP) — A man with an AK-style rifle pointed the firearm’s muzzle into Donald Trump’s golf club in West Palm Beach, Florida, as the former president was playing a round, prompting the U.S. Secret Service to open fire, according to three law enforcement officials. The former president is safe and unharmed, and the FBI says it is investigating…

Chisholm Police Investigate Home Invasion, Possible Shooting

September 15, 2024

Dan Hanger,

CHISHOLM, Minn. – Chisholm police are investigating a possible shooting that occurred during a home invasion. The incident was reported around 8:30 p.m. Saturday during an altercation with some armed suspects. Police said two people were forcibly entered a residence on the 400 block of Central Avenue South. One of the suspects had a handgun and the other had a…

Troop 221 Boy Scout Trailer Stolen, Missing Since Saturday

September 12, 2024

Matt McConico,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The search is on for a stolen trailer filled with equipment belonging to a Boy Scout troop in Superior. This is a surveillance photo of the get-away pick-up truck that stole the trailer. It happened around 8:15 Saturday night in the parking lot of United Presbyterian Church off North 28th Street. On Wednesday, the scouts were holding…

School Bus Versus Vehicle Crash In Hibbing, 12 Injured

September 12, 2024

KQDS Staff,

HIBBING, Minn. — A school bus versus vehicle crash happened in Hibbing Thursday morning causing a total of 12 people injured. The St. Louis County Sheriff Gordan Ramsay says the car t-boned the bus causing it to roll on its side and then roll upright after the kids evacuated. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office says the incident happened at…

City of Eveleth Looks to Take Action Against Hells Angels Clubhouse

September 11, 2024

Matt McConico,

EVELETH, Minn. – Eveleth’s city council is looking into purchasing the Hells Angels clubhouse, located in the heart of downtown. According to property records, the clubhouse is owned by Jerand French, who prosecutor say is the President of the Hells Angels’ Iron Range Charter. French is facing kidnapping, false imprisonment, and assault charges, in connection to a 2023 incident that…

Duluth Murder Suspect Arrested Again In Superior

September 9, 2024

Dan Hanger,

A man who Duluth police say is behind a homicide and arson investigation is back under arrest for a different crime. Superior police say they arrested Tyler Edwards, 25, of Illinois, around 10 p.m. on Sept. 5 while officers were responding to a call about a man trying to break into somebody’s home. After a foot chase with Edwards, police…

Sharp Divisions Persist Over Walz’s Response To Riots After George Floyd’s Murder

September 8, 2024

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Gov. Tim Walz faced the biggest crisis of his political career when Minnesota’s two largest cities erupted in protests and riots after a white Minneapolis police officer killed George Floyd. The Black man’s murder in 2020 sparked a nationwide reckoning over racial discrimination and police misconduct. His death, and its complicated aftermath, tested Walz’s leadership at one…

Pedestrian Struck By Vehicle Near City of Kinney

September 5, 2024

Dan Hanger,

The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office is reporting an apparent hit-and-run involving a pedestrian. The incident was reported around 4:45 p.m. Thursday. That’s when first-responders and law enforcement were dispatched to the 5300 block of Highway 25, which is just south of the city of Kinney. A 26-year-old man was found lying in the ditch. Officials said the man was…

Father Of Georgia School Shooting Suspect Is Arrested

September 5, 2024

The Associated Press,

WINDER, Ga. (AP) — The father of the teenager charged in the killing four people at a Georgia high school has been arrested, authorities said Thursday. Colin Gray, 54, the father of Colt Gray, has been charged with four counts of involuntary manslaughter, two counts of second-degree murder and eight counts of cruelty to children, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation…

KQDS Staff,

Roger Beldo BABBITT, Minn. — A man accused of killing a husband and wife in Babbitt last year was sentenced to 46 years in prison on Monday. 54-year-old Roger Beldo killed Clifford and Christine Johnson at their Babbitt home on October 28, 2023. The victims were both in their late-70s. Beldo had been living with the couple for about a…