Fargo Man Dies Days After Being Found in Stairwell
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — Fargo police have identified a man who died after being found unconscious in an apartment building stairwell.
The victim has been identified as Robert Cook, 60, of Fargo.
Cook was discovered Friday, October 16, 2026, with apparent head injuries.
He died Wednesday, October 21, after receiving medical treatment.
Authorities say the circumstances surrounding his death remain under investigation.
Robert Cook Found Unconscious in Apartment Stairwell
Fargo police responded to a report of an unconscious man at approximately 7:11 a.m. Friday, October 16.
Officers found Cook unresponsive in a stairwell at an apartment building.
Police reported that he appeared to have suffered injuries to his head.
Emergency medical personnel transported Cook by ambulance to a local hospital.
Officials have not explained how he suffered those injuries.
The initial reports placed the discovery in the 800 block of 33rd Avenue North.
However, an October 23 report provided a different street location.
The exact address awaits further confirmation from police.
Man Dies Five Days After Discovery
Cook remained hospitalized following the October 16 incident.
He died from his injuries five days later, on Wednesday, October 21.
The Fargo Police Department initially withheld his identity while family notification procedures were completed.
On Friday, October 23, authorities publicly identified Cook as the deceased man.
The department has not provided additional information about his medical treatment.
Cause and Manner of Death Under Investigation
Investigators are continuing to examine the circumstances surrounding Cook’s injuries and death.
Police have not announced what caused his injuries.
Authorities also have not confirmed whether foul play was involved.
Earlier reporting indicated police were still examining that question.
The manner of death has not been officially determined in the available reports.
No additional findings were announced with the release of Cook’s identity.
Fargo Police Release Limited Information
The Fargo Police Department has released few details about the incident.
Officials have not said who initially discovered Cook or what happened before he was found.
Investigators have not announced when additional information might become available.
The October 23 identification was reported by Valley News Live.
Additional details about the original emergency response appeared in the station’s October 21 report.
Residents can follow department announcements through the Fargo Police Department’s official public information website.
Cook’s death remains under investigation, with authorities releasing no additional findings at this time.
I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.
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