Crime

Judge denies early release for Fargo man imprisoned for child pornography

Robert ScheiringFARGO (KVRR) – A federal judge has turned down a Fargo man’s request to be released from prison because of COVID-19 concerns. Fifty-four-year-old Robert Scheiring was sentenced to 14 years in federal prison after he pleaded guilty to possessing and distributing child pornography. Scheiring claims he’s at high risk for exposure to the virus because of his age and…

Fargo pickup truck owner speaks up after falling victim to vehicle theft

"I cared a lot about that truck and I'm really sad to see it go," Josh Larson said

FARGO, N.D. — A Fargo woman is in custody after police say she stole a truck at a convenience gas station in Fargo Friday evening. Truck owner Josh Larson said, “It was kind of my dream truck and I bought it maybe a year and a half ago and I was just ready to put it away for the winter….

Fargo PD reminding everyone to make sure to lock up their vehicles this winter

Leaving your car unlocked leaves you susceptible to theft

FARGO, N.D. – Fargo Police is reminding everyone “Mr. Thief” doesn’t sleep during the cold winter months. It’s not uncommon to leave your car unlocked and running during the winter. These are the top targets for car theft. To keep yourself from being a victim, make sure to be cautious and to lock your car doors. If you have any…

Man arrested after high speed chase in Clay County

Jason Jensen, 35, arrested for Felony Fleeing a Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle

GLYNDON, Minn. — Law enforcement responding to a stolen vehicle leads to a high-speed chase in Clay County. Thirty-five-year-old Jason Jensen was arrested. The sheriff’s office says they were told a driver had stolen a vehicle from a Dilworth business around 2:30 pm and was driving eastbound on Hwy 10. Deputies tried to pull the vehicle over near 150th Street…

Man arrested after standoff in Fargo

FARGO, N.D. – Fargo police arrested a man after an hours-long stand-off. Officers were sent to a disturbance at 2516 8th Street North around 5:30 p.m. Tuesday. Jeffrey Loraus, 36,  was reportedly using pepper spray and threatening to kill people with a knife. Loraus barricaded himself in his apartment and after more than four hours of refusing to communicate with…

Fargo domestic assault victim has life-threatening injuries

Cody PlumleeFARGO (KVRR) – Fargo police say the victim of a domestic assault was taken to a hospital Monday night with life-threatening injuries. Police were called to 702 26 St. N. at 10:47 p.m.  When they arrived, the victim was unconscious. Twenty-seven-year-old Cody Plumlee was arrested for aggravated domestic assault, burglary, fleeing in a vehicle, and theft of a motor…