On Sunday, May 18, at approximately 6:01 p.m., the Minot Police Department responded to a report of a domestic disturbance at a residence in northwest Minot. According to authorities, Minot Central Dispatch received a call from a woman who reported that Jeffrey[...]
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City hosts reception to meet Minot Police Chief finalists
The City of Minot will host a public meet and greet for the three Minot Police Chief finalists on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, from 6:30–8 p.m. in Minot City Council Chambers. Questions may be submitted in advance to info@minotnd.gov. Michael Frye retired[...]
License plate readers tabled again by Minot City Council
Minot’s city council is once again weighing public safety against personal privacy. A proposal to adopt license plate reader technology—pitched as a tool to locate missing persons and assist short-staffed officers—stirred strong concerns about government overreach. While supporters call it a smart[...]
Minot City Council Agenda | May 19, 2025
The Minot City Council will hold its regular meeting on Monday, May 19, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 10 3rd Ave SW. Residents in need of special accommodations are encouraged to contact the[...]
Minot Police Recover Stolen Vehicle and Firearm After Brief Pursuit
Minot police recovered a stolen vehicle and a firearm following a brief pursuit in the early morning hours of May 4. At approximately 1:27 a.m., officers located a gray 2010 GMC Sierra in the 100 block of 1st Avenue SW. The vehicle[...]
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Minot Police Investigate Train-Pedestrian Incident Injuring 21-Year-Old Man
Minot police are investigating a train-pedestrian incident that occurred early Saturday morning. According to the Minot Police Department, officers responded to a report at approximately 1:43 a.m. on May 4, after a pedestrian was struck by a train in the 400 block[...]
City Council Agenda | May 5, 2025
The Minot City Council will hold its regular meeting on Monday, May 5, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 10 3rd Ave SW. Residents in need of special accommodations are encouraged to contact the[...]
Traffic Stop Leads to Pursuit and Arrest of Velva Man in Ward County
A traffic stop in southeast Minot early Sunday morning led to a pursuit through rural Ward County, ending in the arrest of a Velva man. According to the Minot Police Department, the incident began around 12:32 a.m. on April 27, 2025, when[...]
Body Recovered from Souris River in Minot
A body was recovered from the Souris River near the Broadway viaduct in Minot on April 21, 2025, according to the Minot Police Department. At approximately 2:50 p.m., officers responded to a report of a deceased male found in the river near[...]
City Council Agenda | April 21, 2025
The Minot City Council will hold its regular meeting on Monday, April 21, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 10 3rd Ave SW. Residents in need of special accommodations are encouraged to contact the[...]
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Public Notice: Rash of Overdoses Spur Minot Police Public Communication
Per the City of Minot Police Department Facebook Page. Public Alert: Recent overdose incidents. In the past 24 hours, the Minot Police Department has responded to three non-fatal drug overdoses. Today, during our continued investigation, we unfortunately uncovered a fatal overdose believed[...]
How the Minot Police Department uses cameras to provide transparency and safety
For the Minot Police Department, cameras aren’t just about catching wrongdoing — they’re about getting the story right. For over a decade, every officer has worn a body camera, capturing moments that might otherwise come down to one person’s word against another.[...]
City Council Tables License Plate Reader System for Clearer Policy Development
Minot’s police department wants new tools to fight crime—and they’re looking to license plate readers to help. The proposed system would snap still images of passing vehicles, flagging plates linked to crimes or missing persons. Supporters say it could speed up investigations[...]
Minot City Council Agenda | April 7, 2025
The Minot City Council will hold its regular meeting on Monday, March 17, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 10 3rd Ave SW. Residents in need of special accommodations are encouraged to contact the[...]
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Struck by Pickup Truck in Minot
A 14-year-old pedestrian was struck by a pickup truck in southwest Minot on the morning of March 31, according to the Minot Police Department. The incident occurred at approximately 7:50 a.m. on 11th Avenue SW, between Jim Hill Middle School and the[...]
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Special Minot City Council Meeting Agenda | April 1, 2025
The Minot City Council will hold its Special meeting on Tuesday , April 1 2025, at 4:00 PM in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 10 3rd Ave SW. Residents in need of special accommodations are encouraged to contact[...]