investigation

Man Arrested in Possible Stabbing in Fargo

They say there is no threat to the public.

FARGO, N.D. – A suspect is arrested in connection to a morning stabbing in Fargo. 37-year-old Paul Ramirez of Argyle, Minnesota is being held for aggravated assault. At 6:30 on Tuesday, officers were dispatched to the 1100 block of 8th Avenue North. They found a man with what appeared to be stab wounds. The victim was taken to a local…

Sheyenne High School Threat Deemed Not Credible

A photo shared by one student was modified by another to include a threatening caption

WEST FARGO, N.D. — Police and school officials in West Fargo say there is no credible threat to Sheyenne High School after a photo and message was posted on social media. School Resource Officer Mark Morris was tipped off about the photo Sunday afternoon and notified administration and law enforcement. They determined that the photo shared by one student was…

Threat at Cheney Middle School Deemed Not Credible

The school is not releasing specific details about the incident at this time.

WEST FARGO, N.D.–An investigation at Cheney Middle School concluded there is no danger to the school after a threat of school violence was found in a bathroom. The handwritten note was found Thursday morning and immediately brought to the administration who began an investigation. The school says a significant amount of misinformation circulated regarding the incident, and the administration wants…

Death of Suspect In Custody In Moorhead Under Investigation

High Plains Fugitive Task Force took the individual into custody on outstanding felony warrants on Tuesday

MOORHEAD, Minn. — Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is investigating the death of a suspect in custody in Moorhead. High Plains Fugitive Task Force took the individual into custody on outstanding felony warrants shortly after 1 p.m. Tuesday. They were in the 700 block of 4th Street South in Moorhead. During the arrest, the suspect complained of shortness of breath…

Man Found Dead in Parking Lot of NDSCS

Fargo Police are investigating the scene.

FARGO, N.D.–Foul play is not suspected in the death of a man found at NDSCS Tuesday morning. The Fargo Police Department was dispatched to the parking lot of NDSCS at 1305 19th Avenue North at approximately 7:20 a.m. for reports of an elderly man parked in his vehicle. When officers arrived, they found the man deceased. Fargo Police are investigating…

UPDATE: Man who Died in Rollover Crash in Grand Forks Identified

The crash is currently being investigated.

UPDATE: The Grand Forks Police Department has identified the man in the crash as 26-year-old Joel Schram of Manvel, North Dakota. Police say Schram did not appear to have been using a seat belt. It is currently unknown if drugs or alcohol contributed to the crash. Schram’s body was sent to the UND Pathology Office for examination.   GRAND FORKS,…

Fargo Police Investigating Body Found near River

The man's name will not be released until next of kin is contacted.

FARGO, N.D.–The Fargo Police Department is currently investigating the body of a man found near the river on Thursday. Officers were dispatched to 3102 South University at approximately 2:45 p.m. They say the death does not appear suspicious and it is too early to tell if the cold contributed to the man’s death. An autopsy is scheduled to determine the…

Roofing Company Banned from Doing Business in North Dakota

McKenna lists addresses in Brampton, North Dakota, and Long Prairie, Minnesota

BISMARCK, N.D.–State officials say a roofing company has been banned from doing business in North Dakota. Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem said he has issued a cease and desist order against McKenna’s Roofing and its owner Joshua McKenna. McKenna lists addresses in Brampton, North Dakota, and Long Prairie, Minnesota. A state investigation started in August showed that McKenna had taken an…

Grand Forks County Sheriff Investigating Shooting Incident

No one was injured.

GRAND FORKS, N.D.–The Grand Forks County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a shooting incident that occurred at approximately 9:15 p.m. on Sunday. Officers responded to the 1200 block of 69th Street South and discovered several bullet holes in the residence. Upon further investigation, the officers determined no occupants were injured. Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact the…

Two Produced Water Spills Release about 500 Barrels in North Dakota

The NDDEQ says it is inspecting both sites and will continue to monitor the investigation

BISMARCK, N.D.–The North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality reported two separate produced oil spills in northwestern North Dakota on Tuesday. A valve failure on a well pad in McKenzie County was the cause of the first spill that occurred on January 11. Landtech Enterprises, the operator of the well, estimates approximately 290 barrels of produced water spilled with about four…