Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Moorhead woman is accused of attacking two women during a fight in Fargo.
Court documents say Zyria McDade, of Moorhead, is now facing criminal charges. Moorhead sits across the Red River from Fargo.
The case stems from a disturbance call on January 26. Police say officers arrived and spoke with the women involved.
What Happened
One woman told officers McDade threw the first punch, according to the report. The court summary did not name the two women.
The filing does not explain what started the dispute. It also does not list the full setting details.
Investigators say the struggle involved McDade and two other women. The fight moved quickly from yelling to punches.
Court records say McDade grabbed a stool during the fight. Police allege she hit one woman in the head with it.
The woman suffered a head cut, the report says. The second woman reported a face injury, according to the documents.
Police wrote that her face was clawed during the struggle. Officers documented injuries and took statements at the scene.
Charges Filed
McDade is charged with felony aggravated assault, according to court records. She is also charged with misdemeanor simple assault.
Criminal charges are accusations until proven in court. A judge or jury will decide the facts later.
How To Follow The Case
Readers can find general information on the Fargo Police Department website.
North Dakota’s courts also offer a public case search tool. Use the North Dakota Courts Records Inquiry site.
The case is expected to be handled in Cass County district court. Court location details are on the Cass County court page.
Some public records can be requested through the city’s open records request page.
This report is based on court documents tied to the incident date. Officials have not released more details publicly.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.