Protesters demand dismissal of FPD officers involved in Greco killing

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Pro-Palestinian protesters demonstrated in Broadway Square and in front of Fargo City Hall Saturday, calling for an end of aid to Israel and the dismissal of two Fargo Police Officers for the killing of a suicidal man.

Fargo Police were called to the home of Peter Greco on November 13th for a report of a suicidal, armed man.

Officers spoke to Greco, and he came out of his home with a handgun. Two officers opened fire, and Greco was pronounced dead at the scene.

The officers involved in the shooting, Sergeant Lucas Mock and Officer Princeten Harris, have been placed on paid administrative leave as the North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation continues its investigation of the shooting.

“If our police are not capable of safely deescalating a situation, then what are they here for? They shoot us when they’re afraid of us and then they get paid administrative leave. The city desperately needs better mental health services to help our neighbors in crisis. Peter called several times, and clearly wasn’t receiving the proper help he needed for over a year. This is unacceptable. It is our duty to demand a change. We hold the power to demand that Sergeant Lucas Mock and Officer Princeten Harris lose their positions and their paid leave for shooting a suicidal man on his own front steps. If we don’t make these demands, no one will and more of us will die,” one protester said.

The following statement is from Fargo Police Chief Dave Zibolski:

“The tragic incident that occurred on November 13, 2024, in south Fargo has understandably caused pain and frustration for many residents in our community. That’s why in accordance with department policy, any use of deadly force is independently investigated by an outside agency. The North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation is currently investigating last week’s incident. We will be able to provide additional information when the investigation is complete. 

“The Fargo Police Department remains committed to collaborating with all stakeholders to address mental health concerns in our community. Along with law enforcement, the solution requires a multi-faceted approach that involves health care providers, community leaders and government officials. We must continue to advocate for better mental health services and work to ensure that individuals in crisis have access to the care and support they need.”