BREAKING: SWAT Team Called to Thompson, ND – Suspect Arrested Without Incident

Joseph Rud
Joseph Rud

Thompson, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — A tense situation unfolded in Thompson, North Dakota, just seven miles south of Grand Forks, as SWAT was called in to assist in the arrest of a wanted suspect.

Authorities confirm that Joseph Rud was taken into custody without incident just before noon on Sunday after he failed to comply with deputy commands, prompting SWAT activation.

According to Grand Forks County Chief Deputy Dave Stromberg, Rud initially refused to comply, leading law enforcement to escalate their response. However, after receiving commands from the SWAT team, Rud eventually surrendered.

🚨 Key Details:

  • The standoff took place at an apartment building just a block from the local school.
  • A shelter-in-place order was issued for the north side of Thompson but was lifted after Rud surrendered.
  • Apartments adjacent to the suspect’s unit were evacuated as a precaution.
  • No injuries were reported throughout the operation.

Rud was wanted on a felony failure to comply warrant, leading to the high-level response from law enforcement.

Authorities have not released further details on the circumstances surrounding Rud’s warrant, but this remains a developing story. Stay tuned for further updates.


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I’m Chris Harper, reporting for TRF News

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