Two captains, assistant chief to be named Friday and sworn in on July 12. 7:07 pm, Jul. 1, 2021 ×
Fargo Police Chief David Zibolski speaks on Tuesday, Jan. 26, at a community meeting about a proposed bill that would eliminate bail for most misdemeanors. David Samson / The Forum
FARGO In many of his interviews so far with about 80 of the 200 police department employees during his first months on the job, Fargo Police Chief David Zibolski has heard recurring concerns about the promotion process.
So, he set out to change it.
It ll be in full view this Friday afternoon, July 2, when the selection of two police department captains and the assistant chief will be announced as part of his reorganization of the department to put the right people in the right roles.
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A memorial honoring the lieutenant has been created in the lobby of West Fargo City Hall. Written By: Wendy Reuer | ×
UPDATE:
WEST FARGO West Fargo police have identified the officer who died Tuesday afternoon as Lt. Adam Gustafson.
Gustafson suffered a medical emergency at the police station and later died at a local hospital, the West Fargo Police Department said in a news release Wednesday, May 19.
He had been with the department for over 10 years.
“Lieutenant Gustafson will be remembered for his contagious smile and laughter, along with his dedication, teamwork and service to the City of West Fargo,” Police Chief Denis Otterness said in a statement. “Lieutenant Gustafson has made a lasting impact within our department and he will never be forgotten.”
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A catalytic converter at 7th Avenue Auto Salvage in Fargo. WDAY photo
WEST FARGO During the first week of April, thieves stole about 90 catalytic converters from vehicles in West Fargo.
Between Nov. 1 and March 31, Fargo police received reports of about 130 catalytic converter thefts, and across the Red River in Moorhead, police have seen dozens of similar crimes in recent months.
The local crimes follow a wave of similar thefts across the region and the nation as prices for precious metals, which catalytic converters utilize to help control emissions, have soared.
Fargo area law enforcement halts aid to Minnesota police until officers train on deadly force law
Clay County law enforcement agencies are wondering how to implement the new laws. Officers in West Fargo, Fargo and Cass County will not be allowed to cross into Minnesota until they understand the laws. 8:31 pm, Mar. 4, 2021 ×
Red River Valley SWAT members respond to a standoff in Moorhead in 2019. Officers from West Fargo, Fargo and Cass County will not cross the Red River to help Minnesota law enforcement agencies until they can properly train for a law that limits use of deadly force in Minnesota. Michael Vosburg / Forum Photo Editor