GRAND FORKS COUNTY (trfnews.i234.me) — Police responded to a street disturbance in Grand Forks on Thursday. The call came from the area of 6th Avenue North and North 3rd Street.
Officers arrived and found a 26-year-old man who said he had been assaulted. The suspect had already left the scene. The victim told officers he was walking when another man approached.
The man asked for his cell phone. He then assaulted the victim and took the phone, according to police. A witness shared a description of the suspect with officers in the area.
Police located a person matching the description a few blocks away. The suspect was identified as Ryan Delorme. He was arrested and taken to the Grand Forks County Jail.
Delorme was booked on suspicion of robbery and simple assault. The victim’s injuries were not detailed in the initial report. Police did not release the exact time of the call.
Officials said the incident has concluded. There is no ongoing threat to the public. Detectives are reviewing statements and any available video from the area.
Anyone who witnessed the incident is asked to contact the Grand Forks Police Department. Tips can also be shared through local dispatch. Even small details can help investigators confirm timelines.
Street robberies are rare but disruptive. Police encourage people to stay alert in low-traffic areas. Keep phones secure and call 911 if a threat emerges. Learn more about robbery prevention from the U.S. Department of Justice.
The case will move through Grand Forks County District Court. Future hearings and filings can be tracked on the North Dakota Courts website. Charging details may change as prosecutors review the evidence.
TRF News will update this story if new confirmed information is released. That includes any changes to charges or custody status.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.
