Minot Police Department

⚠️ STORM SHELTER NOW OPEN ⚠️

Due to the forecasted severe weather and high wind threat, the City of Minot storm shelter is now open and will remain open through 11:00 p.m., or longer if conditions warrant.

The storm shelter is located in the Minot Municipal Court area of the Minot Auditorium (420 3rd Ave SW). Door 4 on the west wall is open.

Due to several road construction projects in the area, access to the shelter is available via 6th St SW to 3rd Ave SW. Please follow posted signage to Municipal Court.

If you need a safe place during the storm, please do not hesitate to use the shelter. If pets need to travel with you, a leash is required, a kennel is appreciated.

For non-emergency assistance, contact Minot Central Dispatch at 701-857-1500.

Continue to monitor local weather forecasts and emergency alerts throughout the evening.

Public assistance requested in ongoing stolen credit card investigation.

The Minot Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying suspect's involved in the unlawful usage of a stolen credit card at a northwest Minot convenience store on May 13.

The usage of the stolen credit card occurred at approximately 2:16 a.m.

Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to reference case number 26-12351 and either submit an anonymous tip through Tip411 by texting the keyword MINOTPD to 847411, adding a space, typing your tip information, and hitting send, or contact the Minot Police Department at 701-852-0111.

The investigation remains ongoing.

Capt. Jason Sundbakken has joined the ranks of retirement after serving our city for nearly 30 years.

Capt. Sundbakken began his career with the Minot Police Department as a dispatcher in July of 1996. He became a police officer in 1997 and worked his way through various assignments and ranks before serving as the department's Administrative Commander.

When Capt. Sundbakken started his career, officers didn't have computers in their patrol vehicles, tasers weren't standard equipment, and radios had to be checked out before each shift. Over nearly 30 years, he witnessed significant changes in policing and technology as the department evolved.

After nearly 30 years of dedicated service to the Minot Police Department and the community, Capt. Sundbakken has decided it is time for a new chapter.

Thank you, Capt. Sundbakken. We greatly appreciate your service to our community and wish you all the best in retirement.

We haven’t fully changed seasons quite yet since summer doesn’t officially begin until June 21, but construction season is definitely in full swing. That means orange barrels, delineators, lane shifts, and reduced speed limits popping up all over town.

Those reduced speeds are there for the safety of both construction workers and motorists. Please keep your eyes on the road, slow down, and stay alert when traveling through work zones.

Don’t be surprised to see patrol cars monitoring these areas. Fines for construction zone violations are increased, so it’s worth slowing down and taking a little extra time to get through safely.

Congratulations, Captain Wegner!

On Wednesday at City Hall, Shawn Wegner was officially sworn in as a Captain with the Minot Police Department.

Captain Wegner has served the department for nearly 26 years and has held the rank of Lieutenant since August 2015. He brings a wealth of experience, leadership, and dedication to his new role.

Thank you to Mayor Mark Jantzer and City Manager Tom Joyce for sharing remarks during the ceremony, and to everyone who joined us in person or online to celebrate this milestone.

Missed the event? You can watch the full ceremony on the City of Minot YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z0cH3ci_fM8

Public assistance requested in ongoing burglary investigation.

The Minot Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in the burglary of a southwest Minot business on May 9.

The burglary occurred at approximately 5:41 a.m. Investigators believe the suspect may have sustained cuts to his hands or arms while breaking into the business.

At this time, there is unfortunately no vehicle information available.

Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to reference case number 26-11971 and either submit an anonymous tip through Tip411 by texting the keyword MINOTPD to 847411, adding a space, typing your tip information, and hitting send, or contact the Minot Police Department at 701-852-0111.

The investigation remains ongoing.

At approximately 11:48 a.m. on May 23, the Minot Police Department responded to a two-vehicle head-on collision near the intersection of 16th St NW and University Ave.

All three individuals involved in the crash were transported to Trinity Hospital. A 77-year-old male later succumbed to injuries sustained in the collision.

The crash remains under investigation with assistance from the North Dakota Highway Patrol.

Additional information will be released when available.

On Monday, we officially welcomed a new officer to the Minot Police Department during a swearing-in ceremony.

City Manager Tom Joyce shared a few remarks, Mayor Mark Jantzer administered the oath of office, and Chief Michael Frye had the honor of pinning our newest officer, Brian Kellebrew.

Officer Kellebrew brings a wealth of prior law enforcement experience and we’re proud to welcome him to the Minot Police Department and look forward to the positive impact he'll make while serving our community.

Please help share.

The Ward County Sheriff’s Department is asking for the public’s help in locating Jason Bohman, who has been missing since May 12, 2026.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact the Ward County Sheriff’s Department at (701) 857-6500.

UPDATE: Jason has been located and is safe. Thank you to the public for your assistance during this time.

MISSING PERSON – PLEASE SHARE

The Ward County Sheriff’s Department is asking for the public’s help in locating Jason Bohman.

Jason walked away from his home north of Minot on May 12, 2026, and has not been located.

Jason is described as:

Age: 46
Height: Approximately 5’10”
Weight: Approximately 190 lbs.
Clothing: Tan insulated coveralls, stocking cap, and sunglasses

Anyone who has seen Jason or has information about his whereabouts is asked to contact the Ward County Sheriff’s Department at (701) 857-6500.

It’s the final day of Battle of the Badges 🚒🚓
Three days are in the books, and the Minot Fire Department current hold 10 unit lead on .

Help us close the gap and come out with a victory

Join us today from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Grand Oasis Hotel. Walk-ins are welcome, or schedule your donation time here:
https://donors.vitalant.org/dwp/portal/dwa