{"id":71927,"date":"2026-11-05T17:04:33","date_gmt":"2026-11-05T23:04:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/?p=71927"},"modified":"2026-11-05T17:04:33","modified_gmt":"2026-11-05T23:04:33","slug":"grand-forks-attempted-murder-case-paused-for-evaluation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/grand-forks-attempted-murder-case-paused-for-evaluation\/","title":{"rendered":"Grand Forks Attempted Murder Case Paused for Evaluation"},"content":{"rendered":"

GRAND FORKS, ND<\/strong> (trfnews.i234.me<\/a>) \u2013 A Grand Forks man accused of intentionally driving into pedestrians will undergo a mental evaluation before his criminal case continues.<\/p>\n

Ian Matthew Schneeweis, 26, faces three Class A felony attempted murder charges and nine additional criminal counts.<\/p>\n

The charges stem from a September 23, 2026, incident that left two pedestrians injured.<\/p>\n

According to the reported court order, Judge Ted Sandberg suspended proceedings Monday, November 2, pending an evaluation at the North Dakota State Hospital.<\/p>\n

Judge Orders Mental Evaluation<\/h2>\n

The evaluation will determine whether Schneeweis is mentally fit to proceed with his criminal case.<\/p>\n

Evaluators will examine whether he understands the legal proceedings and can assist with his defense.<\/p>\n

Defense attorney David Dusek requested the evaluation in a motion filed October 26.<\/p>\n

Prosecutors did not oppose the request, according to the reported court documents.<\/p>\n

The case will remain paused while the evaluation is completed and the court addresses his competency.<\/p>\n

The evaluation order does not establish that Schneeweis has a mental illness or is unable to stand trial.<\/p>\n

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Grand Forks Attempted Murder Case Paused for Evaluation<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Two Pedestrians Injured in September Incident<\/h2>\n

The charges follow an incident in Grand Forks on September 23, 2026.<\/p>\n

Police were called around 5:40 p.m. to the 1600 block of South 16th Street.<\/p>\n

Investigators allege Schneeweis drove a 2007 Honda Accord into two pedestrians during the incident.<\/p>\n

Another pedestrian reportedly escaped injury by taking cover near a tree.<\/p>\n

Authorities said the vehicle also struck another car, a tree, and an apartment building entrance.<\/p>\n

The injured pedestrians were taken to Altru Hospital for medical treatment.<\/p>\n

Court documents described a brain bleed and facial injuries suffered by one victim.<\/p>\n

Another victim suffered a broken leg and significant bruising.<\/p>\n

No fatalities were reported.<\/p>\n

Investigators Describe Statements About Voices<\/h2>\n

According to a police affidavit, Schneeweis allegedly admitted using methamphetamine earlier on the day of the incident.<\/p>\n

Investigators also documented statements involving voices he claimed to hear through a vehicle radio.<\/p>\n

Schneeweis allegedly told officers the voices instructed him to run people over.<\/p>\n

The affidavit also describes his claims about radio sounds changing depending on his decisions.<\/p>\n

These statements are allegations contained in court documents, not independent findings about his mental health.<\/p>\n

Three Attempted Murder Counts Among 12 Charges<\/h2>\n

Schneeweis faces 12 criminal counts, including:<\/p>\n