AUTHOR AND RUNNER KEVIN CAROLLO TO READ AT MINNESOTA STATE MOORHEAD
MOORHEAD – Minnesota State University Moorhead English Professor and author Kevin Carollo will read from his recent book, “Shred! Running and Being,” at 4 p.m. Thursday, April 24, in the university’s Comstock Memorial Union room 105. A question-and-answer session will follow the reading. Books will be available for purchase.
The free public reading is part of the Sand/McGrath Visiting Writers Series.
Carollo ran three marathons when he was 12 and his fourth in Rome over 30 years later. With 22 marathons and counting, he has completed the Boston Marathon eight times, and won races in five states.
He runs, writes, and teaches for peace and justice.
MOORHEAD HOMICIDE ARREST
MOORHEAD – The male victim from the Moorhead homicide on April 13 was positively identified by the Ramsey County Medical Examiner’s Office as 39-year-old James Earl Hamilton. Hamilton died from multiple gunshot wounds. Jerome Anthony Thomas III was previously identified as a suspect in the homicide.
Thomas III fled the scene in a mint green Chevrolet Trax, with temporary Indiana registration T194928. A juvenile male was in close proximity when Hamilton was shot. Investigators also learned that Thomas III shot at another individual near the 2400 block of 14 Street South.
The Moorhead Police Department in coordination with the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension were able identify a location where the suspect was possibly in hiding. Assistance was requested from the Ishpeming, Michigan Police Department after it was discovered that the suspect was believed to be in an area just north of that city. The Michigan State Police also assisted and took a primary investigative role.
In collaboration with the Clay County Attorney’s Office, probable cause for arrest was established for Thomas III and a female accomplice, identified as 32-year-old Abby Nicole Fredrickson of Moorhead, Minnesota. Nationwide arrest warrants were issued for Thomas III and Fredrickson in relation to the ongoing homicide investigation.
On April 14 around 1200 PM EST, the Moorhead Police Department received information from the Michigan State Police that Thomas III and Fredrickson were arrested. Both individuals were taken into custody after a traffic stop, involving the Chevrolet Trax was contacted and later seized as evidence. Both parties are being held in the Marquette County Michigan, Correctional Facility awaiting extradition.
This is an active, ongoing multi-jurisdictional investigation, that spans several states. There is no longer a threat to public safety. The Moorhead Police Department would like to thank the Ishpeming Police Department, the Michigan State Police and the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension for their continued assistance. Additional information will be release as it becomes available.
Thomas III is charged with 4 counts:
Murder: 2nd Degree – With Intent – Not Premeditated
Murder: 2nd Degree – Drive by Shooting
Attempted Murder: 1st Degree – With Intent – While Committing a Drive by Shooting
Attempted Murder: 2nd Degree – With Intent – Not Premediated
Fredrickson is charged with a single count:
Aiding and Offender: 2nd Degree Murder Intentional
FREE ENTRANCE TO MINNESOTA STATE PARKS AND RECREATION AREAS ON SATURDAY, APRIL 26
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is waiving vehicle permit fees at all 73 state parks and recreation areas on Saturday, April 26. This “Free Park Day” is one of four days each year on which the DNR waives the requirement for a vehicle permit at state parks and recreation areas. The four fee-free days are spread out over the year, giving people an opportunity to visit a state park for free in each season of the year.
“Spring is a wonderful time to get outside and enjoy everything Minnesota state parks and recreation areas have to offer,” said Ann Pierce, director of the DNR Parks and Trails Division. “It’s the perfect season to shake off winter, spend time with loved ones, and soak in the beauty of nature waking up from winter dormancy — whether it’s spotting wildflowers, hearing the songs of returning birds, or seeing the trees begin to leaf out.”
For more information, visit the DNR’s Free Park Days webpage (mndnr.gov/freeparkdays).
MOORHEAD POLICE OFFERING TWO ADDITIONAL SUMMER PROGRAMS
MOORHEAD – The Moorhead Police Athletics and Activities League (PAL) is offering two mentoring and physical activity programs this summer. Through a grant from the Department of Justice and local sponsors and partners, these programs will help PAL build positive relationships between local law enforcement and community youth. Volunteers from Moorhead PD and area law enforcement coach both programs.
Crossfit Teens is returning after two successful years. With partners at Elevate Human Potential in Moorhead, teens ages 13-18 will attend fifteen CrossFit sessions that are immediately followed by a mentoring session. The program takes place from 1:00 pm-2:45 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays in June and July. All necessary equipment is provided.
Badges for Baseball is for eleven and twelve-year-olds interested in playing baseball this summer. There is no cost for the program. The PAL program will cover the league fees for the Red River Valley League through Moorhead Youth Baseball and all equipment and uniforms. Practices and games start weekdays in May and run through July. In addition to learning the game of baseball, participants will be taught the “Badges for Baseball” curriculum to teach collaboration, cooperation, and mutual respect. Games and practices are on weekdays. There are no weekend events or out-of-town travel for either program.
Registration in online at www.moorheadpal.org and will remain open until filled. For additional information or questions about either program, contact scott.kostohryz@moorheadmn.gov. Moorhead PAL is a 501c3 operated in partnership with the Moorhead Police Department and area law enforcement to connect Kids, Cops and Community.