Busted in the Bakken

05/11/2026

Seriously it’s massive. Law enforcement has roads blocked and smoke is blowing over Williston.

Share pics if you got them.

May 10, 2026 | 9:00 PM

Please be advised that there is an active fire investigation in the 5100 Block of 134th Ave NW. Multiple agencies are assisting on scene and our dispatch is aware of the situation and is actively coordinating resources. Please refrain from calling this in, keeping phone lines open helps ensure emergency communications can continue without delay.

There are multiple roads blocked off for the public’s safety, please avoid the area to let our first responders work safely. We appreciate the community’s patience and cooperation.

05/11/2026

🚨CASE DEEP DIVE: TIMOTHY LAMAR JONES🚨

⚠️TRIGGER WARNING: ALLEGATIONS INVOLVING A MINOR⚠️
The following update contains details regarding an investigation into ALLEDGED crimes against a minor. Reader discretion is highly advised.

On May 5, 2026, Timothy Lamar Jones (45 years old) was taken into custody in Williams County following a months-long investigation by the Williston Police Department. This case first came to light in January 2026 when law enforcement received a request for assistance regarding a juvenile born in 2019 (7 years old). Following several forensic interviews, authorities have moved forward with multiple high-level felony charges.

The allegations involve 3 Counts of GSI (Gross S**ual Imposition) incidents reported to have occurred between August and December 2025 while the defendant was living in the same residence as the victim. Jones is currently being held in custody with a $250,000 bond as the legal process begins in the Northwest Judicial District.

Jones has a prior felony criminal history dating back to 2014 including:
• 2021: C Felony Endangerment of child or vulnerable adult (Guilty).
• 2024: A Misdemeanor DUI with a minor (Closed).

⚠️Jones is presumed innocent until proven guilty IN A COURT OF LAW. These charges are allegations based on the findings of an active criminal investigation.⚠️

05/10/2026

🚨CASE DEEP DIVE: TIMOTHY LAMAR JONES🚨

⚠️TRIGGER WARNING: ALLEGATIONS INVOLVING A MINOR⚠️
The following update contains details regarding an investigation into ALLEDGED crimes against a minor. Reader discretion is highly advised.

On May 5, 2026, Timothy Lamar Jones (45 years old) was taken into custody in Williams County following a months-long investigation by the Williston Police Department. This case first came to light in January 2026 when law enforcement received a request for assistance regarding a juvenile born in 2019 (7 years old). Following several forensic interviews, authorities have moved forward with multiple high-level felony charges.

The allegations involve 3 Counts of GSI (Gross S**ual Imposition) incidents reported to have occurred between August and December 2025 while the defendant was living in the same residence as the victim. Jones is currently being held in custody with a $250,000 bond as the legal process begins in the Northwest Judicial District.

Jones has a prior felony criminal history dating back to 2014 including:
• 2021: C Felony Endangerment of child or vulnerable adult (Guilty).
• 2024: A Misdemeanor DUI with a minor (Closed).

⚠️Jones is presumed innocent until proven guilty IN A COURT OF LAW. These charges are allegations based on the findings of an active criminal investigation.⚠️

05/10/2026

⚠️Public service announcement from Busted in the Bakken:

If you ever end up taking a mugshot… confidence is key.

Chin up.
Shoulders back.
Eyes on the camera.
No resting Busted face

Or, and hear us out here…
make good choices and avoid the whole situation entirely. 😂

Stay safe out there.

05/09/2026

05/07/2026 Williams County Arrests

⚠️All persons considered innocent until proven guilty IN A COURT OF LAW⚠️

05/09/2026

05/07/2026 Williams County Arrests

⚠️All persons considered innocent until proven guilty IN A COURT OF LAW⚠️

05/08/2026

05/06/2026 Williams County Arrests
⚠️All persons considered innocent until proven guilty IN A COURT OF LAW⚠️

05/07/2026

Great advice for the weekend. We will see you all there… but you won’t see us 👀

Band Day Parade is JUST 2 DAYS AWAY! 🎉🎺

We’re excited to see the community come together for a day of music, energy, and hometown pride. As always, safety is our top priority...here are a few quick reminders to keep the day running smoothly:

🚸 Keep kiddos close and remind them to stay back from the street and parade route.
👮 Officers will be stationed throughout the area. If you need help or have a question, just look for us!
🚲 Our bike patrol team will be moving through the crowd to stay visible and responsive.

Let’s work together to keep this a fun, safe, and memorable Band Day for everyone!

05/07/2026

Despite many volunteering to go to jail to show appreciation to the Nurses at the Williams County Correctional Center you can just show it here. They’d rather you stay out of jail.

Happy National Nurses Week 😷⚕️💉

👩‍⚕️It's National Nurses Week! 🎉Our Corrections nurses, Jennifer May and Amber Newman, are a critical part of our jail operations and provide unwavering inmate support.

They are super excited for their new and expanded infirmary space! Can you tell?!

05/07/2026

05/06/2026 Williams County Arrests
⚠️All persons considered innocent until proven guilty IN A COURT OF LAW⚠️

05/07/2026

05/05/2026 Williams County Arrests

⚠️All persons considered innocent until proven guilty IN A COURT OF LAW⚠️