Andrew Chase Ebertowski, 22, will remain under court supervision and receive treatment at the North Dakota State Hospital.<\/p>\n
The decision followed a court hearing Friday, October 23, 2026.<\/p>\n
Although Ebertowski was found not criminally responsible, the court determined he committed the acts involved in the case.<\/p>\n
Court Orders Treatment Instead of Release<\/h2>\n
Ebertowski faced three felony charges following a July 2025 incident in Grand Forks.<\/p>\n
Those charges included Class A felony attempted gross sexual imposition, Class B felony burglary, and Class C felony felonious restraint.<\/p>\n
Judge Kristi Venhuizen determined Ebertowski should remain in treatment rather than return to the community.<\/p>\n
The court can maintain authority over his case for up to 20 years.<\/p>\n
That period matches the maximum prison sentence for the Class A felony charge.<\/p>\n
However, the ruling does not automatically require 20 years of hospitalization.<\/p>\n
Ebertowski will receive regular court reviews, including annual hearings, to assess his treatment and possible release.<\/p>\n
Any release would require court approval.<\/p>\n
Woman Escapes July 2025 Apartment Attack<\/h2>\n
The case stems from an incident on July 16, 2025, at a Grand Forks apartment building.<\/p>\n
According to court documents, Ebertowski approached a woman’s apartment and knocked on her door.<\/p>\n
The woman answered after being interrupted while preparing to bathe.<\/p>\n
Ebertowski reportedly asked to stay with her because he could not remain at his own apartment.<\/p>\n
When the woman refused, he forced his way inside, according to court records.<\/p>\n
He grabbed the woman and held her tightly against her will.<\/p>\n
The woman eventually escaped and ran to another apartment for help.<\/p>\n
Police later arrested Ebertowski following the incident.<\/p>\n
The original arrest was also reported by Valley News Live<\/a>.<\/p>\n Court documents describe Ebertowski as having a schizophrenia-spectrum disorder and other psychotic disorders.<\/p>\n Dr. Nancy Laney evaluated his mental condition at the time of the incident.<\/p>\n Her evaluation found he was experiencing psychotic symptoms that affected his behavior.<\/p>\n She also reported that he experienced an auditory hallucination influencing his actions.<\/p>\n The evaluation helped the court determine whether Ebertowski could be held criminally responsible.<\/p>\n Judge Venhuizen also reviewed concerns about his past substance use and medication history.<\/p>\n The judge said Ebertowski had previously stopped taking medication after leaving treatment.<\/p>\n According to the court, he had stopped taking medication before the July 2025 incident.<\/p>\n During the hearing, the judge found that releasing Ebertowski currently posed a risk of further violent conduct.<\/p>\n That finding supported continued treatment under court supervision.<\/p>\n Defense attorney Steven Mottinger said Ebertowski wanted to return to the community.<\/p>\n Ebertowski also expressed regret for the incident and promised not to repeat his actions.<\/p>\n However, the court determined continued treatment was necessary.<\/p>\n Prosecutor Sarah Gereszek told the court that the woman was unhappy with the outcome.<\/p>\n Gereszek said the woman had returned to her home country because she feared for her safety.<\/p>\n The court’s decision means Ebertowski will not be criminally sentenced for the offenses covered by the finding.<\/p>\n However, he remains subject to treatment requirements and court oversight.<\/p>\n North Dakota law allows courts to order treatment following findings of lack of criminal responsibility.<\/p>\n Judges review these cases to determine whether continued hospitalization or supervised release is appropriate.<\/p>\n More information is available under North Dakota’s Criminal Responsibility and Post-Trial Responsibility Act<\/a>.<\/p>\n Readers can also learn about treatment services through the North Dakota State Hospital<\/a>.<\/p>\n Public case information is available through the North Dakota Courts Records Inquiry<\/a>.<\/p>\n Ebertowski will remain subject to the court’s authority while his treatment and release eligibility are reviewed.<\/p>\n I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News<\/a>.<\/p>\nMental Health Evaluation Influences Ruling<\/h2>\n
Judge Raises Concerns About Future Violence<\/h2>\n
Prosecutor Describes Victim’s Concerns<\/h2>\n
Case Remains Under Court Supervision<\/h2>\n
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