Man Charged With Felony AA Murder in Sky Dancer Casino Stabbing

Overview

• Rigoberto Mendez-Morales is charged with one count of Felony AA murder in the death of a woman at the Sky Dancer Casino and Resort in Belcourt, North Dakota.
• He is being held in the Rolette County jail, with a bond hearing scheduled for Monday, Jan. 12, according to court records.
• Local law enforcement and the FBI are conducting the homicide investigation, which U.S. Attorney Nick Chase has publicly confirmed.
• The killing occurred on the Turtle Mountain Indian Reservation, and reporters cite that federal charges are expected.
• The Rolette County Sheriff's Office has declined to release additional details while the investigation continues.