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Woman from 2022 fatal crash arrested on drug distribution charges
Updated Oct 21, 7:39 AM CT. Every fact below links to the source that reported it.
What the primary sources show
- Madisyn Heidt, who was previously charged in connection with a 2022 deadly motorcycle crash in Bismarck, was arrested this week for selling methamphetamine and fentanyl. [KX News] [KFYR-TV]
- Michael Cowan served as Heidt's driver during the drug transaction. [KFYR-TV]
- Heidt faces four felony counts including drug delivery and conspiracy with bond set at $10,000, while Cowan faces two felony counts with $20,000 bond. [KX News] [KFYR-TV]
- Heidt has five other drug-related cases dating back to 2023, with one case being reopened following her recent arrest. [KFYR-TV]
- Cowan has four previous drug cases dating back to 2015. [KFYR-TV]
What they left out / still unanswered
- When exactly was Heidt arrested (sources say this week but no specific date is provided)?
- Which of Heidt's prior drug cases was reopened and on what charges?
- What are the scheduled court dates for the current drug charges?
Official line vs. how each source framed it
- KX News: KX News reported the arrest and specific drug charges, detailing the informant buy amount and bond conditions for both defendants. Read it → · Ads
- KFYR-TV: KFYR-TV provided more context about the 2022 crash case outcome, Heidt's prior drug history, and Cowan's role as her driver, plus their prior criminal records. Read it → · Ads
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