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Fillmore and Houston County Police Reports

June 9, 2025 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

Caledonia Police Department

Telly Ray Ranzenberger, 50, Caledonia, Minn., 3/13/2025, Driving After Revocation, Fine $200, Total Fees $275.

Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office

Jackson Lee Martens, 26, Lime Springs, Iowa, 5/18/2025, Speeding (65/60), Fine $40, Total Fees $125.

Tayton Andrew Messler, 21, Hawkeye, Iowa, 3/16/2025, Driving Without a Valid License for Vehicle Class or Type, Fine $100, Total Fees $185.  3/16/2025, Operate Vehicle with Expired Registration, $30.

Lucas Hunter Mulhern, 20, Preston, Minn., 5/4/2025, Speeding – Exceed Limit 55 mph Where Appropriate (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $125.

Dawson Michael Schmidt, 25, Rochester, Minn., 3/14/2025, Operate Vehicle with Expired Registration, Fine $30, Total Fees $115.

Brian Martin Schwingle, 48, Stacyville, Iowa, 3/9/2025, Harassment; Restraining Order – Violate Within Ten Years of Previous Domestic Violence Conviction/Adjudication, Fine $150, Total Fees $235.  Local Confinement – 364 days (stay 364 days for two years).  Supervised probation for two years – Conditions (5/27/2025): Follow all state and federal criminal laws, Contact probation officer as directed, Tell probation officer within 72 hours if charged with any new crime, if change address, employment, or telephone number, and/or if have contact with law enforcement, Cooperate with the search of person, residence, vehicle, workplace, property, and things as directed by probation officer, Sign releases of information as directed, Do not use or possess firearms, ammunition, or explosives, Sign Probation Agreement, Follow all instructions of probation, No contact with victim(s) – no contact with victim D.S. except to communicate about the joint child as allowed by the HRO – upon expiration of the HRO – defendant shall have no contact with D.S. except to communicate regarding the joint child in a civil manner – defendant may not direct uncivil words, gestures, or acts at D.S. when communicating regarding the joint child – uncivil words, gestures, or acts include but are not limited to, vulgar, abusive, or profanity laced communications and yelling or screaming, No assault, aggressive, threatening, assaultive, or disorderly behaviors, Cognitive skill training, Anger management, Follow recommendations of evaluation.

Kent Walter Simmons, 67, Rochester, Minn., 5/4/2025, Driving After Revocation, Fine $200, Total Fees $285.

Houston County Sheriff’s Office

Vernon John Borntrager, 49, Princeton, Minn., 3/11/2025, Speeding – Exceed Limit 55 mph Where Appropriate (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $115.    

Brandon Robert Chapel, 26, La Crosse, Wis., 3/14/2025, No Proof of Insurance – Driver, Fine $200, Total Fees $275.

Kim Annie Crawford, 61, Dorchester, Iowa, 3/20/2025, Winter Parking, Fine $20, Total Fees $32.

Jacob Jerome Gilles, 25, La Crosse, Wis., 3/13/2025, Driving After Suspension, Fine $200, Total Fees $275.

Joshua David Goetzinger, 37, Brownsville, Minn., 3/14/2025, Driving After Cancellation, Fine $200, Total Fees $275.

La Crescent Police Department

Joshua Eric Gilbertson, 36, Black River Falls, Wis., 3/14/2025, Passing Parked Authorized Vehicle – Two Lanes in Same Direction, Fine $50, Total Fees $125.

Minnesota State Patrol – Rochester

Kristy Renea Koprowicz, 40, Sioux Falls, S. Dak., 3/15/2025, Speeding (62/40), Fine $70, Total Fees $225.

Amanda Louise Stradtmann, 39, Lanesboro, Minn., 5/19/2025, Speeding (69/60), Fine $40, Total Fees $125.

James Eugene Taubert, 83, Harmony, Minn., 5/9/2025, Unsafe Change of Course, Fine $50, Total Fees $135.

Desirae Lela Marie Wraa, 35, Fountain, Minn., 5/1/2025, Hands Free Law – Hold Wireless Communications Device With One or Both Hands (While Driving), Fine $50, Total Fees $135.

Kelly Ann Dee, 40, Harpers Ferry, Iowa, 5/21/2025, Speeding (68/55), Fine $50, Total Fees $125.

Ronald Scott Hagen, 61, Caledonia, Minn., 4/30/2025, Speeding (74/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $135.

Emily Kathleen Johnston, 40, Hokah, Minn., 3/13/2025, Speeding (83/60), Fine $70, Total Fees $215.

Ezekiel Garrett Redmond, 26, New Albin, Iowa, 5/15/2025, Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $135.

Makayla Ray Seekamp, 24, Houston, Minn., 5/13/2025, Speeding (70/60), Fine $40, Total Fees $115.

Rushford Police Department

General Alfred Mayan, 35, Los Angeles, Calif., 3/1/2025, Driver Who is Not Owner Must Later Produce Proof of Insurance (if required), Fine $200, Total Fees $285.  3/1/2025, Speeding – Exceed Limit of 30 mph – Urban District (41/30), Fine $50.  3/1/2025, Operate Vehicle With Expired Registration, Fine $30.

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Ask a Trooper

June 9, 2025 By Troy Christianson Leave a Comment

Question: I caught part of the news the other night and heard something about the 100 deadliest days. Can you get me more information on that? 

Answer: I certainly can. Here is some information we shared on the Minnesota Department of Safety blog. The Minnesota State Patrol is urging drivers to make smart, safe decisions as the state enters what is known as the “100 deadliest days” on the road.

This stretch, from Memorial Day through Labor Day, is the most dangerous time of year to travel in Minnesota. It coincides with peak travel nationwide and a troubling spike in fatal crashes.

In 2024, Minnesota saw 151 traffic deaths during this period. By year’s end, at least 479 people had died on the state’s roads.

“Our troopers work hard every year to keep fatalities down, but last summer was especially hard,” said Minnesota State Patrol Col. Christina Bogojevic. “These are not just statistics — they are lives, families and communities forever changed.”

The four main contributors to fatal crashes remain consistent: speed, alcohol, lack of seat belt use and distraction. Last year, each played a major role in Minnesota’s traffic deaths:

• Speed: 138 fatalities

• Alcohol: 124 fatalities

• Unbelted: 108 fatalities

• Distraction: 29 fatalities

“These are the leading killers on our roads,” Bogojevic said. “And we see the consequences play out every day — in the Twin Cities and rural counties across Minnesota.”

She said troopers continue to encounter drivers making dangerous choices — speeding down highways, texting behind the wheel, not buckling up and driving impaired.

The state patrol and more than 300 agencies across Minnesota plan to increase enforcement over the summer. Expect more patrols, targeted campaigns and greater coordination with local agencies.

“If you’re speeding, driving impaired, unbelted or distracted, expect to see us,” Bogojevic said.

But law enforcement says it can’t turn the tide alone. They are asking all Minnesotans to do their part.

• Slow down and give yourself time to get where you’re going

• Stay off your phone

• Buckle up — everyone, every time

• Never drive impaired, by alcohol or drugs

“If every driver made those choices, we could flip the script,” Bogojevic said. “This summer doesn’t have to be deadly. It can be the safest.”

You can avoid a ticket – and a crash – if you simply buckle up, drive at safe speeds, pay attention and always drive sober. Help us drive Minnesota Toward Zero Deaths.

If you have any questions concerning traffic related laws or issues in Minnesota send your questions to Sgt. Troy Christianson – Minnesota State Patrol at 2900 48th Street NW, Rochester, MN 55901-5848. Or reach him at Troy.Christianson@state.mn.us.

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