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October 20, 2025
Grand Forks pharmacist accused of stealing approximately $15k worth of stimulants
Brayden Peter Joseph Trontvet allegedly admitted to using the drugs, and said he did not give them away or sell them, according to court documents.
Grand Forks, ND – A Grand Forks pharmacist is facing serious charges after being accused of stealing approximately $15,000 worth of stimulant medications from his workplace. Brayden Peter Joseph Trontvet is alleged to have admitted to using the stolen drugs, according to court documents released this week.
The accusations against Trontvet have sent shockwaves through the local pharmacy community and raised concerns about medication security. While the exact timeframe of the alleged theft is still under investigation, authorities believe the missing stimulants accumulated over a period of time.
According to court documents, Trontvet allegedly confessed to using the stolen medications himself. He reportedly stated that he did not distribute the drugs to others, either by giving them away or selling them. This detail, while potentially mitigating factors in sentencing, does not diminish the severity of the charges he now faces.
The type of stimulant medications involved has not been explicitly disclosed, but stimulants are often prescribed to treat conditions such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. These medications are tightly controlled substances due to their potential for misuse and addiction. The theft of such a significant quantity raises serious questions about security protocols at the pharmacy where Trontvet was employed.
The case highlights the vulnerability of pharmacies to internal theft and the importance of stringent inventory control measures. Pharmacies are entrusted with dispensing potentially dangerous medications and are expected to maintain the highest standards of ethical conduct.
Trontvet is currently awaiting further court proceedings. The potential penalties for theft and drug-related offenses can be severe, ranging from substantial fines to imprisonment. The case is likely to prompt a review of pharmacy security procedures in the Grand Forks area and beyond, as pharmacies seek to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future. The investigation is ongoing, and further details are expected to emerge as the case progresses through the legal system.
The accusations against Trontvet have sent shockwaves through the local pharmacy community and raised concerns about medication security. While the exact timeframe of the alleged theft is still under investigation, authorities believe the missing stimulants accumulated over a period of time.
According to court documents, Trontvet allegedly confessed to using the stolen medications himself. He reportedly stated that he did not distribute the drugs to others, either by giving them away or selling them. This detail, while potentially mitigating factors in sentencing, does not diminish the severity of the charges he now faces.
The type of stimulant medications involved has not been explicitly disclosed, but stimulants are often prescribed to treat conditions such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. These medications are tightly controlled substances due to their potential for misuse and addiction. The theft of such a significant quantity raises serious questions about security protocols at the pharmacy where Trontvet was employed.
The case highlights the vulnerability of pharmacies to internal theft and the importance of stringent inventory control measures. Pharmacies are entrusted with dispensing potentially dangerous medications and are expected to maintain the highest standards of ethical conduct.
Trontvet is currently awaiting further court proceedings. The potential penalties for theft and drug-related offenses can be severe, ranging from substantial fines to imprisonment. The case is likely to prompt a review of pharmacy security procedures in the Grand Forks area and beyond, as pharmacies seek to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future. The investigation is ongoing, and further details are expected to emerge as the case progresses through the legal system.
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