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USA Today
14-07-2025
- General
- USA Today
Watch paraglider strike power line, crash into North Dakota river
A paraglider escaped with no injuries after he struck a power line and fell into North Dakota's Red River. Video footage filmed by onlooker Dusty Howlett shows the electric paramotor-operated parachute spark as it collides with powerlines, sending a loud boom echoing on July 8. The parachute, along with the paraglider, then drops into the river in Grand Forks. 'Whoa, oh no!' Howlett can be heard yelling in the video as the paraglider crashes into the river. Emergency crews were later seen retrieving the wreckage from the water. Watch paraglider strike power line, crash in river in North Dakota Paraglider 'flew way too low,' says witness Howlett, in a Facebook post, said he was on a walk with a friend when "this guy in a powered parachute flew way too low" and didn't see the power line. 'He landed in the river and was waving and talking to us - water rescue is here now, so hopefully he will be ok," Howlett continued. "If you have a recreational aircraft, please be careful and pay attention to your surroundings!' Responding to a comment on the post, Howlett said the paraglider was "thankfully" okay. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Boat rescue pulled paraglider from water, officials say Lt. Travis M. Benson with the Grand Forks Police Department told USA TODAY on July 14 that the pilot had been flying low along the Red River and, due to the sun obscuring his vision, could not see the overhead power lines "until it was too late." "He attempted to drop beneath them but struck the wires instead," said Benson. Benson said that though the paraglider dropped straight down into the river, he was able to stay afloat until help arrived due to the buoyancy of the craft's wheels. Grand Forks Fire Department, in a July 8 news release, said that a rescue boat was launched into the river and crews found the paraglider uninjured. The paraglider, whose identity was not revealed, was uninjured in the incident. Saman Shafiq is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at sshafiq@ and follow her on X and Instagram @saman_shafiq7.
Yahoo
06-07-2025
- Yahoo
Grand Forks man accused of possessing methamphetamine, cocaine and marijuana with intent to deliver
Jul. 6—GRAND FORKS — A Grand Forks man appeared in court Wednesday, July 2, after law enforcement searched his impounded vehicle and reported finding a little more than 1.5 pounds of methamphetamine, half a pound of marijuana and .02 pounds of cocaine. Marcus Shawn Robertson, 42, is charged with Class A felony possession of at least 50 grams of methamphetamine with intent to deliver, Class B felony cocaine possession with intent and Class C felony marijuana possession with intent. The Class A felony has a maximum 20-year prison sentence. On Monday, June 30, the Grand Forks Narcotics Task Force assisted the Grand Forks Police Department on a follow-up investigation at the PD's impound yard, according to a declaration of probable cause summary filed in the case. A K9 responded on scene and did a free air sniff on a white 2011 Buick Enclave, which had no license plate but was registered to Robertson, the declaration said. The K9 alerted to the presence of drugs inside the vehicle, so a probable cause search was carried out. Law enforcement alleged they found approximately 743 grams of methamphetamine, 227.5 grams of marijuana and 11.5 grams of cocaine. Robertson, in custody at the Grand Forks County Correctional Center at that time, was called and confirmed the vehicle was his, as well as all of the property inside it. During his initial appearance Wednesday morning, July 2, Robertson's bond was set at $100,000 cash or surety. His preliminary hearing and/or arraignment are scheduled for 9 a.m. Aug. 11.
Yahoo
06-07-2025
- Yahoo
Grand Forks man accused of possessing methamphetamine, cocaine and marijuana with intent to deliver
Jul. 6—GRAND FORKS — A Grand Forks man appeared in court Wednesday, July 2, after law enforcement searched his impounded vehicle and reported finding a little more than 1.5 pounds of methamphetamine, half a pound of marijuana and .02 pounds of cocaine. Marcus Shawn Robertson, 42, is charged with Class A felony possession of at least 50 grams of methamphetamine with intent to deliver, Class B felony cocaine possession with intent and Class C felony marijuana possession with intent. The Class A felony has a maximum 20-year prison sentence. On Monday, June 30, the Grand Forks Narcotics Task Force assisted the Grand Forks Police Department on a follow-up investigation at the PD's impound yard, according to a declaration of probable cause summary filed in the case. A K9 responded on scene and did a free air sniff on a white 2011 Buick Enclave, which had no license plate but was registered to Robertson, the declaration said. The K9 alerted to the presence of drugs inside the vehicle, so a probable cause search was carried out. Law enforcement alleged they found approximately 743 grams of methamphetamine, 227.5 grams of marijuana and 11.5 grams of cocaine. Robertson, in custody at the Grand Forks County Correctional Center at that time, was called and confirmed the vehicle was his, as well as all of the property inside it. During his initial appearance Wednesday morning, July 2, Robertson's bond was set at $100,000 cash or surety. His preliminary hearing and/or arraignment are scheduled for 9 a.m. Aug. 11.
Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Yahoo
One injured, firearm seized in Grand Forks after suspected accidental discharge
Jun. 16—GRAND FORKS — One person sustained non-life threatening injuries after a suspected accidental discharge of a firearm early morning Monday, June 16, in Grand Forks. Grand Forks Police Department officers were dispatched at approximately 1:50 a.m. for a report of someone being shot at 4265 Fifth Ave. N., according to a press release issued by the agency. Initial investigation of the incident revealed a handgun had been discharged inside of an apartment, the release said. One person was injured and transported to Altru by private vehicle. Several witnesses were interviewed on scene. The investigation is ongoing but, at this time, law enforcement believes the incident was a result of an accidental discharge. The firearm was seized and there is no known threat to the public, the release said. Anyone with additional information can contact the GFPD by phone at (701) 787-8000, or by submitting a tip on the agency's Facebook page, website or through the Tip411 app.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Yahoo
Truck, motorcycle crash leads to serious injuries
May 23—GRAND FORKS — One man was seriously injured when the motorcycle he was operating crashed with a pickup in Grand Forks, causing both vehicles to erupt in flames. The incident occurred shortly after 6 p.m. at the intersection of 32nd Avenue South and South 31st Street. According to a report from the Grand Forks Police Department, a 1996 Suzuki motorcycle driven by Jordan Anderson, 18, of Grand Forks, was eastbound on 32nd and a 2023 Dodge Ram, driven by Samuel Turner, 48, of Mesa, Arizona, was westbound on 32nd. As the Dodge was making a left turn on 31st, the motorcycle struck the truck, according to the GFPD report. Anderson was severely injured and taken to Altru Hospital. The Grand Forks Fire Department, Altru paramedics and some passersby provided assistance. Anyone with more information is asked to call the GFPD.
