Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — A high-speed motorcycle pursuit ended in a serious crash on Friday evening, April 11, 2025, at the intersection of 52nd Avenue South and 31st Street South in Fargo. The motorcyclist, who had earlier fled from police, collided with a vehicle at approximately 7:30 p.m. Emergency responders transported the rider to a local hospital, where he was reported to be in stable condition.
Prior to the crash, Fargo Police had attempted to stop the motorcyclist in south Fargo. Although officers did not engage in a pursuit, witnesses reported the rider speeding and running red lights along the 45th Street South and 52nd Avenue South corridors.
The driver of the vehicle involved in the collision was unharmed. Authorities have indicated that charges for felony aggravated fleeing and felony reckless driving will be submitted to the Cass County State’s Attorney’s Office.
The North Dakota Highway Patrol is leading the investigation into the incident. The intersection was temporarily closed but has since reopened.
Did you know?
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Motorcycle fatalities accounted for 14% of all traffic deaths in the U.S. in 2022.
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High-speed pursuits significantly increase the risk of accidents, with nearly 40% resulting in crashes.
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Fargo has seen a 15% rise in traffic-related incidents involving motorcycles over the past year.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.