What charges does Robert Ernest Taylor face in Traill County?

Robert Ernest Taylor faces Class A felony attempted murder and Class C felony aggravated assault charges.

When was Robert Ernest Taylor's court appearance and what was the outcome?

On December 30, 2025, Robert Ernest Taylor had a court appearance via Zoom and was given a $100,000 cash bond.

What led to the alleged knife assault in Hillsboro?

The incident reportedly occurred after Taylor refused to leave an apartment, leading to a confrontation where he allegedly used a knife.

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Hillsboro Man Held on $100K Bond After Alleged Knife Assault

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Summary

Man accused of striking another person in the head with a knife.
He faces attempted murder and aggravated assault felony charges.
Court appearance on December 30, 2025, resulted in $100,000 cash bond.

Hillsboro Man Held on $100K Bond After Alleged Knife Assault

Robert Ernest Taylor, 48, appeared in court on December 30, 2025, and was given a $100,000 cash bond. He is charged with attempted murder, a Class A felony, and aggravated assault, a Class C felony. The charges stem from an incident on December 26, 2025, where Taylor allegedly attacked another man.

Law enforcement responded to a call early on December 26, 2025, reporting a stabbing. At the hospital, it was explained that Taylor had been asked to leave an apartment and refused for two hours. When his belongings were being moved, Taylor allegedly brandished a knife and struck a man three times in the head.

Medical professionals stated the victim's injuries could have been life-threatening if he had lost consciousness or gone into shock. Taylor's next court date, a preliminary hearing or arraignment, is set for January 21, 2026. He remains in custody at the Cass County Jail in Fargo.