FARGO (trfnews.i234.me) — A 28-year-old Fargo man was arrested early Saturday after police say he refused to leave a home during a domestic violence investigation.
Police said officers were called to the 2700 block of 10th Avenue North at about 1:20 a.m.
Officers were responding to a reported domestic incident, police said.
Police say probable cause was found
During the investigation, police said they developed probable cause to arrest Ethan Erickson, 28.
Police said Erickson refused to exit the residence when officers tried to take him into custody.
Police did not describe what was said inside the home.
Police also did not release more details about what led to the call.
SWAT team activated
Based on information gathered during the investigation, police said the Red River Valley SWAT team was activated.
Police also cited Erickson’s criminal history as a factor in the decision.
With SWAT assistance, Erickson was taken into custody without incident, police said.
No officers were reported hurt during the arrest.
Charges and jail status
Erickson is being held at the Cass County Jail, police said.
Police listed three charges: terrorizing with a dangerous weapon, domestic violence, and terrorizing.
Police said all three counts are Class C felonies.
Charging decisions can change after a prosecutor reviews the case.
Police said the victim had minor injuries.
The victim declined more medical care, police said.
Where to find updates
Readers can follow public updates from the Fargo Police Department.
For help and resources, the National Domestic Violence Hotline can connect people to services.
This report is based on police statements.
The allegations have not been proven in court.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.