MINOT, ND (KXNET) — A 22-year-old from Bismarck is facing a AA felony for Gross Sexual Imposition after allegedly bringing a young teenager home, giving her alcohol, and engaging in sexual intercourse.

According to the Ward County Sheriff's Department, the girl told deputies she met the person, later identified as Ariah Jacob Poor Bear, in early June at the Transit Center in downtown Minot. Poor Bear asked her if she wanted to hang out, and she agreed.

They then went to Poor Bear's home, where they allegedly engaged in sexual activities. The girl also reported that the 22-year-old had given her multiple alcoholic drinks, and said she experienced pain and had bruises from Poor Bear grabbing her neck.

The teenager said Poor Bear told her not to tell anyone about what had happened.

She pr

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