Sargent County teen accused of lighting juvenile on fire.

A 15-year-old boy in Sargent County suffered serious burns after being lit on fire during a party at a farm shop. The incident, which took place early Sunday morning, is now under investigation by Sheriff Travis Paeper. A video of the event, showing the boy being sprayed with brake cleaner and set on fire by 19-year-old Lance Tyler, has circulated on social media. Tyler has been charged with felony aggravated assault with a dangerous weapon and reckless endangerment.

February 15, 2024
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