Darin Viken

Federal lawsuit filed against former deputy, sheriff and Cass Co. over alleged sexual misconduct

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) —  A Cass County woman has filed a federal lawsuit against former Cass County Deputy Darin Viken. According to court records, Latisha Lenius is claiming multiple incidents of sexual intimidation, sexual abuse, and sexual assault by Viken while she was ordered to participate in the 24/7 Sobriety Program. She claims the incidents occurred between November 2023 and…

Two former Cass County deputies, one current deputy facing criminal investigations

Philip Larson, Darin Viken, Carson QuamFARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Another Cass County North Dakota deputy is facing criminal charges. Sheriff Jesse Jahner says deputy Philip Larson was charged Monday in Clay County District Court with giving alcohol to someone under 21. Larson has been on administrative leave since October. A separate case involving former deputy Darin Viken remains under investigation…