Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — Fargo police are investigating a reported stabbing in downtown Fargo.
The call came in around 12:13 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026.
Police responded to the 500 block of Broadway North.
The area is near the Bismarck Tavern, a downtown bar at 522 Broadway N.
What happened
Officers found an adult man with stab wounds, police said.
The man told officers he was stabbed during a physical fight.
Police said the alleged attacker was another adult man known to him.
The victim was taken to a local medical facility with serious injuries.
Police did not say how many times he was stabbed.
Police did not say what type of weapon was used.
Police did not say if the fight started inside or outside.
Police response
Officers quickly found a person of interest in a nearby business.
Police detained that person without incident.
Police said there were no outstanding parties.
Police also said there was no risk to the public.
As of Saturday afternoon, police said no arrest had been made.
The investigation remains active.
What we do not know yet
Police have not released the victim’s name.
Police have not released the detained person’s name.
Police have not listed any charges.
Police have not released a motive.
Police have not said if surveillance video is being reviewed.
Where to find updates and share tips
For official updates, follow the Fargo Police Department.
You can also read a public summary from Valley News Live.
Police ask anyone with information to call 701-241-5777.
Anonymous tips can be sent through the city’s Tip Line.
Tipsters can text FARGOPD to 847411.
If there is an immediate threat, call 911.
Readers can also check the Cass County inmate list for custody updates.
We will update this story as police release more information.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.