MANDAN, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – In a dramatic turn of events on Sunday, April 21, two individuals found themselves in handcuffs after a gunshot shattered the peace on Interstate 94 east of Exit 153. A vigilant North Dakota Highway Patrol trooper, trailing the suspects’ vehicle, sprung into action upon hearing the shot and witnessing the car’s window collapse.
Without hesitation, the trooper initiated a stop, resulting in the apprehension of the two men without any resistance. Inside the vehicle, law enforcement discovered a loaded handgun, leading to the arrest of the individuals, both identified as felons prohibited from possessing firearms.
As the investigation unfolds, the North Dakota Highway Patrol, alongside the state Bureau of Criminal Investigation, is delving into the circumstances surrounding the incident. The swift action of law enforcement underscores their commitment to ensuring public safety on the highways.