Section: Police & Fire

How the Minot Police Department uses cameras to provide transparency and safety

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by: MinotVoice  |  

For the Minot Police Department, cameras aren’t just about catching wrongdoing — they’re about getting the story right. For over a decade, every officer has worn a body camera, capturing moments that might otherwise come down to one person’s word against another. Linked with patrol car cameras, the system offers a wide-angle view of every

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Texting and Driving Still Rising in ND — So Are Crashes, Deaths, and Patrols

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by: MinotVoice  |  

It only takes a glance — but that glance can change everything. Law enforcement in North Dakota and Minnesota are stepping up patrols this month, targeting distracted drivers in a growing effort to curb crashes, injuries, and deaths linked to texting behind the wheel. Officers say the problem isn’t going away — if anything, it’s

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Port: Internal report details criminal accusations against former Minot police officer

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by: Josh Wolsky  |  

A newly released investigative report paints a troubling picture of former Minot Police Lt. Matt McLeod, detailing dishonesty, misconduct, and policy violations—all while he was under criminal investigation for alleged sexual abuse. The report’s findings have rattled the community, exposing failures in oversight and discipline within the department. Now, McLeod’s past actions are becoming a

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Former Grand Forks police officer files lawsuit against city, alleges gender discrimination

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by: MinotVoice  |  

A former Grand Forks police officer has taken her fight to federal court, alleging discrimination, retaliation, and negligence by the city and its police leadership. Carrie Sell claims she was wrongfully terminated after reporting misconduct by a fellow officer, who she says harassed and stalked her. The city recently moved to fire that officer—months after

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House passes bill to memorialize State Highway 200 for fallen officers

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by: MinotVoice  |  

A stretch of North Dakota highway is set to become a lasting tribute to fallen law enforcement officers. With unanimous support from both chambers, Senate Bill 2277 designates Highway 200 as the North Dakota Fallen Peace Officers Memorial Highway, ensuring that those who gave their lives in service are honored along the route. Families of

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Gov. Armstrong declares statewide fire emergency as drought conditions persist; fire risk high

by: MinotVoice  |  

BISMARCK, N.D. – Gov. Kelly Armstrong today signed an executive order declaring a statewide fire emergency and activating the State Emergency Operations Plan as above average temperatures and below average precipitation continue to worsen drought conditions and increase the risk of wildfires. “North Dakotans endured some of the largest, deadliest and most destructive wildfires in recent

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North Dakota Prepares for Earlier, and Longer Spring Fire Season

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by: MinotVoice  |  

“We’ve seen severe to extreme drought through the winter across western North Dakota, and moderate drought along the southern and southeastern portions of the state,” says Meteorologist Megan Jones with the National Weather Service in Bismarck. “The lack of significant snowpack during the winter allowed vegetation like grasses to remain standing, allowing them to burn

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Police, MSU collaborate on officer recruitment

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by: Josh Wolsky  |  

Minot’s police force is stretched thin, and city leaders are looking for creative solutions. A new partnership between the Minot Police Department and Minot State University aims to ease the burden while giving students hands-on experience in law enforcement. The proposed Community Service Officer program would place students in key support roles—handling non-emergency tasks and

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ND firefighters gather in Minot for fire school

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by: MinotVoice  |  

Minot is hosting firefighters from across North Dakota this weekend for the 71st annual state fire school—a vital training event that ensures first responders stay sharp and ready for any emergency. Organized by the North Dakota Firefighter’s Association, the event brings together around 800 firefighters, from rookies to seasoned commanders, for hands-on learning. While not

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One man is killed in weekend shooting in Williston

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by: MinotVoice  |  

Early Sunday morning, a shooting incident in Williston has left one man dead. Occurring around 5:40 a.m. on the 300 block of 5th St W, police arrived to find the victim, whose identity remains undisclosed. Authorities believe this was a targeted attack and do not see any ongoing threat to the community. While they have

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Fatal Crash in Williston Claims Life of Montana Motorcyclist

by: MinotVoice  |  

WILLISTON, N.D. – A 20-year-old Montana man was killed in a crash Saturday evening after a pickup truck failed to yield at an intersection in Williston. According to the North Dakota Highway Patrol, the crash occurred at approximately 5:14 p.m. at the intersection of 2nd Avenue West and 2nd Street West. The victim, who was

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Tobacco Compliance Checks Nab Violators, Spotlight Responsible Businesses in Minot

by: MinotVoice  |  

As part of ongoing efforts to ensure public safety, the Minot Police Department conducted tobacco compliance checks during the month of January. These checks are designed to ensure that licensed businesses properly verify IDs to prevent the sale of tobacco products to minors. During the compliance operation, 43 establishments were randomly checked. Out of these,

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Snowmobile Crash South of Max Leaves One Injured

by: MinotVoice  |  

Max, ND – A snowmobile crash on January 25, 2025, left a 21-year-old Minot man seriously injured after hitting an embankment near Highway 83 and 21st Street NW, about seven miles south of Max. The crash occurred around 3:30 PM when the rider, traveling northbound in the west ditch, struck the embankment, causing the snowmobile

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Fargo spends $372K on protective barriers for future city events

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by: MinotVoice  |  

Fargo is taking a proactive step to keep its community safe during public events, like parades and concerts, by introducing modular vehicle barriers. This $372,000 investment, funded by a new public safety sales tax, aims to safeguard areas with high pedestrian traffic from potential vehicle attacks. The barriers, easily deployed without special equipment, will debut

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Smoke Incident Briefly Disrupts Minot International Airport Operations Saturday

by: MinotVoice  |  

An automatic fire alarm alert prompted a swift response from the Minot Fire Department at the Minot International Airport this morning. At approximately 9:15 a.m., firefighters arrived at the terminal to find significant smoke emanating from a ground floor office space. While flames were minimal, heavy smoke activated the fire suppression sprinkler system. The terminal

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Williams County Fatal Crash Claims Life of Minot Man

by: MinotVoice  |  

A single-vehicle rollover crash on Highway 2, approximately four miles west of Ray, North Dakota, resulted in the death of a 54-year-old man from Minot early Thursday morning. The crash occurred at 7:11 AM on January 16, 2025. According to the North Dakota Highway Patrol, the man was driving a 1998 Jeep Wrangler westbound when

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