Detective Troy Hanson disclosed his relationship with Cass County Assistant State's Attorney Sheralynn Ternes to his supervisor, Sgt. Chris Nichtern, an internal investigation found. Nichtern will have to undergo training after not disclosing the relationship to higher ups.
Fargo Police Chief David Zibolski was not aware of the relationship between Detective Troy Hanson and Cass County Assistant State's Attorney SheraLynn Ternes until Wednesday, May 18. Police employees are supposed to "promptly" disclose to the department relationships that could cause a conflict of interest.