Jesse Jahner

New scam message targets people in the metro, Cass County Sheriff explains what to do

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — This letter, sent to a recipient, shows that they received a final notice with a court enforcement action for an outstanding traffic violation. But, while it may look like an official notice, Cass County Sheriff Jesse Jahner says otherwise. “The way that this thing presents is that it says that it comes from the state of…

Cass County Sheriff’s office swears in new community outreach comfort K-9

Cass County Deputy Jolene Fletcher with new Community Outreach Comfort K-9 Deputy Finn. FARGO — The Cass County Sheriff’s Office is celebrating adding a new recruit to their ranks. Deputy K-9 Finn was officially sworn in this week as a Community Outreach Comfort Dog. Finn is a 14-month-old Labrador Retriever from Whispering Pines Family Kennel, which is located in Milaca,…

Local law enforcement clarify their roles when immigration officials are in the area

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Across social media, articles and videos of protests against ICE raids are captured on camera. Local law enforcement officials have been tied up in speculations that they are connected to aiding ICE agents. “I think there’s a lot of, kind of, misinformation out there. So when HSI does come into our area, if they come into…

Enderlin Still in Shock After Lethal Tornado

The Cass County Sheriff's Office released the names of the deceased on the afternoon of June 22.

Russell Myhre points out the destruction in his yard.ENDERLIN, N.D. – (KVRR) – Chief Meteorologist Max Mueller was on the ground Friday night, so, thanks to him we know what the tornado looked like as it caused devastation in and around Enderlin. In a matter of one to two minutes, the storm went from harmless to deadly. Russell Myhre lives…

UPDATE: Investigators identify person of interest in connection to suspicious package left at Cass County Jail

Alonso Carlos LeBaron-Castro, 38. Photo courtesy of Cass County Jail.FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)  — A West Fargo man has been arrested after authorities found a suspicious package that resulted in a temporary lockdown of the Cass County Jail. Cass County investigators say Alonso Carlos LeBaron-Castro, 38, of West Fargo is a person of interest in the case. The Cass County Sheriff’s…

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…

Cass Co. Jail expansion is on the way

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – In a unanimous vote, Cass County Commissioners approve an expansion at the county jail to hold nearly 100 more inmates. Sheriff Jesse Jahner says the architectural design will add one more pod to the jail to separate inmates based on behavioral and mental health needs. He says he’s been in talks with county commissioners for about…

Cass County Sheriff will run for reelection

Sheriff Jahner was elected in 2018.

CASS COUNTY, ND – Cass County Sheriff Jesse Jahner will run for reelection. Jahner released a statement Monday morning. Sheriff Jahner was elected in 2018. He released the following statement: “I am excited to announce that I am seeking reelection for the position of Cass County Sheriff in 2023. I want to thank our citizens, the men and women of…