Moorhead Police Department

Two arrested and charged in Moorhead Murder

Family of Victim Releases Statement

MOORHEAD, Minn.–Two people have been arrested and charged in connection with a murder that occurred on June 3. Thirty-two-year-old Cameron Charles St. Clair and 35-year-old Erin Sundby are currently in custody for the homicide of Richard Stephen. In a complaint submitted to Clay County, St. Clair and Sundby reportedly attacked Stephen and his girlfriend, Jessica Meier, in the 1600 block of…

Moorhead assault is now homicide investigation

MOORHEAD, MN — The Moorhead Police Department is currently investigating a homicide. The victim was involved in a significant assault that occurred on Wednesday, June 4. He has been identified as Richard Alhag Stephen, age 33, of Fargo, ND. The Moorhead Police Department, with the continued assistance of the MN Bureau of Investigations, continues to work on the details of…

Two injured in Moorhead assault, BCA called to investigate

MOORHEAD, Minn.–Two people were transported to a local hospital Thursday morning after a reported assault. The Moorhead Police Department says officers responded to 1615 20 Street S at approximately 1 a.m. When officers arrived they discovered two people needing medial attention. One of the individuals, a man, was severely injured. Moorhead Police say the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension has…

Police Question Four People Following Gunshots at Moorhead Home

There is no threat to the public.

MOORHEAD, Minn.–Moorhead Police have detained four people for questioning after gunshots were heard Wednesday evening. Police arrived at 415 3rd Avenue South at approximately 9:55 p.m. and set up a perimeter. Officers made contact with the residents of the house and executed a search warrant. No one within the home was injured. Everyone involved in the incident knew each other,…

Two Additional Arrests Made in Avery Homicide Investigation

The investigation is ongoing.

Andrea PayneMOORHEAD, Minn.–The Moorhead Police Department says two more people have been arrested in connection with the murder of Dystynee Avery. Twenty-two-year-old David Erno and 26-year-old Andrea Payne both of Moorhead were arrested Tuesday evening on accessory to murder charges. The investigation is ongoing and no more information is being released at this time. Moorhead Police are working with the…

Five Moorhead Police Officers Awarded Lifesaving Medals

An official ceremony recognizing the officers' efforts will be held at a later date.

MOORHEAD, Minn.–Five Moorhead Police officers were awarded Lifesaving medals on Thursday. The officers were recognized for taking life-saving measures that made a positive impact to members of the community. Each officer is recognized for a specific instance in which they took action to save someone’s life. The five officers are Nick Bjorndahl, Mike Fildes, Jessica Horn, Brian Dahl and Cuyler…

UPDATE: Runaway Girl Safely Located

Brittney was reported as a runaway on April 12.

UPDATE: Moorhead Police say Brittney Wilson has been located and is now safe at home.   MOORHEAD, Minn.–The Moorhead Police Department is seeking assistance in locating Brittney Ciera Wilson. Brittney was reported as a runaway on April 12. She is described as being 5’3″ with black hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a black track suit style…

Moorhead Police Searching for Individuals Suspected of Tampering with Mailboxes

The individuals have not been identified.

MOORHEAD, Minn.–The Moorhead Police Department is searching for two individuals believed to be involved in mailbox tampering. Police say the mailboxes between 8th Street South and 14th Street South near Belsly Boulevard were tampered with between 2:30 a.m. and 4:30 a.m. on Thursday. The individuals have not been identified, but police say one of the suspects is a tall, white…

Two Men Arrested After Stealing Running Vehicle in Moorhead

Drivers are asked to lock their vehicles when they are unoccupied.

MOORHEAD, Minn.–Two men were arrested after they stole a vehicle that was running and unoccupied outside a residence on Tuesday. A Moorhead Police Officer monitoring the Fargo Police Department radio traffic was provided with the description and license plate number of the stolen car. The Moorhead officer reported he had seen the stolen vehicle in the 1000 block of Main…

The Moorhead Police Department partners with D–E–A to dispose of drugs

The event is part of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

MOORHEAD, Minn.- The initiative provides a safe way to get rid of prescription and over–the–counter drugs that are either expired or no longer used. Every year the police department takes away several hundred pounds in large boxes both in the fall and spring. They encourage people not to throw away medications in the trash as they say this could lead to…