Minot Police Department

10/14/2026

Man arrested in downtown Minot following a terrorizing incident, brief pursuit.

On October 13, at approximately 6:21 p.m., officers responded to northwest Minot for a reported terrorizing incident.

The suspect, Isahin Antonio Marabillas Perez, 18, of Minot, allegedly threatened a neighbor with a fi***rm before leaving the area in a black BMW.

The North Dakota Highway Patrol located the vehicle and initiated a traffic stop, which resulted in a pursuit. During the pursuit, Perez allegedly brandished a handgun at law enforcement. NDHP eventually terminated the pursuit.
Minot Police later received a report of a hit-and-run in the 800 block of South Broadway involving a vehicle matching the description of Perez’s BMW. Officers located the vehicle and initiated a brief pursuit that ended downtown. Perez fled on foot into a downtown parking garage, where he was taken into custody without further incident. Minot Police K9 Ike was deployed and assisted officers during the incident.

Further investigation indicated Perez had allegedly been driving recklessly throughout Minot and brandishing a handgun at occupants of other vehicles.
Perez was charged with three counts of terrorizing (Class C Felony) and one count of fleeing (Class C felony).

The North Dakota Highway Patrol also filed charges of driving under the influence (Class B misdemeanor), refusal to submit to a chemical test (Class B misdemeanor), fleeing a peace officer (Class C felony), reckless endangerment with a dangerous weapon (Class C felony), and reckless driving (Class B misdemeanor). Citations were issued for possession of ma*****na (infraction), open container, and driving without a license.

The Minot Police Department was assisted by the North Dakota Highway Patrol and Ward County Sheriff's Office during this incident.

The investigation remains ongoing.

10/07/2026

Congratulations to Officer Matthew Filkins on completing the Minot Police Department’s Field Training Program and beginning his first solo shifts on afternoon shift.

Officer Filkins completed three phases of training, gaining hands-on experience across all shifts and preparing him for the responsibilities of serving as a patrol officer.

He’s now putting that training into practice as he begins this next chapter of his career, serving and protecting the residents, businesses and visitors of Minot.

Congratulations, Officer Filkins, and welcome to the team!

10/06/2026

Congratulations to Officer Sally Dolenc on completing the Minot Police Department’s Field Training Program and beginning her first solo shifts on afternoon shift.

Officer Dolenc completed three phases of training, gaining hands-on experience across all shifts and preparing her for the responsibilities of serving as a patrol officer.

She’s now putting that training into practice as she begins this next chapter of her career, serving and protecting the residents, businesses and visitors of Minot.

Congratulations, Officer Dolenc, and welcome to the team!

10/05/2026

Congratulations to Officer John Daniels on completing the Minot Police Department’s Field Training Program and reaching the milestone of his first solo shift on day shift.

Officer Daniels completed three phases of training, gaining hands-on experience across all shifts and preparing him for the responsibilities of serving as a patrol officer.

He’s now completed a few shifts and is settling into his new role, serving and protecting Minot's residents, businesses, and visitors.

Congratulations, Officer Daniels, and welcome to the team!

10/05/2026

On October 4, at approximately 8:42 p.m., the Minot Police Department responded to the 4000 block of North Broadway for a report of a motorcycle crash.

The motorcycle was being operated by a 21-year-old male, who was transported to Trinity Hospital for injuries sustained in the crash. The man later succumbed to his injuries.

The investigation has been turned over to the North Dakota Highway Patrol and remains ongoing. No further information is available at this time.

10/01/2026

A look back at yesterday’s train derailment response.

All roads have since reopened, but crews assisting BNSF with cleanup efforts will remain in the area as work wraps up. Please continue to use caution and watch for truck traffic.

Thank you to all of the agencies, crews, and personnel who responded and worked throughout the day and night to safely manage the incident. We also appreciate the community’s patience while the response and cleanup efforts were underway.

09/30/2026

09/29/2026

Minot man faces multiple felony charges following a domestic violence call.

*Due to the sensitive nature of domestic violence incidents and the impact on victims, identifying information of the suspect will not be included in the press release. Additional information may be released as appropriate.

On Sunday, September 27, at approximately 7:38 a.m., officers with the Minot Police Department responded to an address in the 300 block of 6th Street NW for a report of a domestic violence incident.

Officers arrived on scene and made contact with a female victim who had visible
injuries. The victim reported she had been assaulted by a male suspect.

Due to the circumstances, the Minot Police Department SWAT Team was contacted to assist officers on scene. A search warrant was obtained, and SWAT officers subsequently took the suspect into custody.

The suspect was arrested and is being charged with Attempted Murder (Class A
Felony), Domestic Violence – Serious Bodily Injury (Class C felony), Felonious Restraint (Class C felony), and Terrorizing (Class C felony).

The suspect was transported to the Ward County Jail.

The investigation remains ongoing.

Original:
The Minot Police Department responded to a domestic violence call this morning in the 300 block of 6th Street NW.

Due to the circumstances of the incident, the Minot Police Department’s on-call SWAT warrant service team was activated and executed a high-risk search warrant at the location.

The incident has been resolved, the suspect has been taken into custody, and there is no ongoing threat to the public.

Additional information will be released when appropriate

09/27/2026

Update: *Due to the sensitive nature of domestic violence incidents and the impact on victims, identifying information of the suspect will not be included in the press release. Additional information may be released as appropriate.

On Sunday, September 27, at approximately 7:38 a.m., officers with the Minot Police
Department responded to an address in the 300 block of 6th Street NW for a report of a domestic violence incident.

Officers arrived on scene and made contact with a female victim who had visible
injuries. The victim reported she had been assaulted by a male suspect.

Due to the circumstances, the Minot Police Department SWAT Team was contacted to assist officers on scene. A search warrant was obtained, and SWAT officers
subsequently took the suspect into custody.

The suspect was arrested and is being charged with Attempted Murder (Class A
Felony), Domestic Violence – Serious Bodily Injury (Class C felony), Felonious Restraint (Class C felony), and Terrorizing (Class C felony).

The suspect was transported to the Ward County Jail.

The investigation remains ongoing

Original:
The Minot Police Department responded to a domestic violence call this morning in the 300 block of 6th Street NW.

Due to the circumstances of the incident, the Minot Police Department’s on-call SWAT warrant service team was activated and executed a high-risk search warrant at the location.

The incident has been resolved, the suspect has been taken into custody, and there is no ongoing threat to the public.

Additional information will be released when appropriate

09/24/2026

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