Cass County sees drop in overall crime, rise in online and drug-related cases

Cass County sees drop in overall crime, rise in online and drug-related cases

FARGO — The Cass County Sheriff's Office says overall crime is down, but online crimes and drug seizures have increased, according to the county’s 2024 annual crime report. Sheriff Jesse Jahner credited increased community engagement and feedback for helping deputies build stronger relationships in rural areas, which he said contributed to the overall drop in crime. However, the report also showed an increase in fraud cases and child sexual abu…