Incident Overview: On April 21, 2024, around 12:25 PM, a trooper from the ND Highway Patrol was trailing a vehicle traveling eastbound on I-94 in Mandan, near Exit 153. During the pursuit, the trooper heard a gunshot and witnessed the passenger side window of the vehicle shatter. Promptly, the trooper initiated a stop, leading to the detention of two male occupants from the vehicle. Upon inspection, law enforcement discovered a loaded handgun inside the car. Subsequently, the ND Highway Patrol, in collaboration with the Bureau of Criminal Investigation, commenced an active investigation into the matter.
Arrests and Charges: Both individuals from the vehicle were apprehended and arrested for possessing a firearm as felons, a violation of the law. As the investigation progresses, further details are anticipated to emerge, with additional information set to be divulged later.
Conclusion: Fortunately, no injuries were reported due to this incident. However, the case remains under investigation, underscoring the seriousness with which law enforcement agencies are treating the matter.