Acting U.S. Attorney Jennifer Klemetsrud Puhl

Bismarck man charged in nationwide health care fraud investigation

FARGO (KFGO) – Acting U.S. Attorney Jennifer Klemetsrud-Puhl has announced criminal charges against Isaac Osei Afoakwa, 55, of Bismarck in connection with an alleged scheme to defraud Medicaid. The charges filed in federal court are part of the Department of Justice’s 2025 National Health Care Fraud Takedown. Afoakwa was charged by indictment with false statements relating to a health care…

Holmberg sentenced to 10 years in prison, legislative leaders react

FARGO (KVRR) – Former state Senator Ray Holmberg, who pleaded guilty to traveling overseas with intent to engage in commercial sexual activity, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison. U.S. District Court Judge Daniel Hovland sentenced Holmberg following a lengthy sentencing hearing in a packed courtroom that included testimony from prosecution and defense witnesses. Acting U.S. Attorney Jennifer Puhl…