3 Arrested In West Fargo After Officer Shoots Tire

Police in West Fargo arrested three people in a motel parking lot after shooting a tire on a car they say was trying to flee.

 

 

 

 

WEST FARGO, N.D. (AP) - Police in West Fargo arrested three people in a motel parking lot after shooting a tire on a car they say was trying to flee.

Officers headed to the Sunset Motel about 10:15 a.m. Thursday on a report of people wanted on outstanding warrants.

Police found the suspect vehicle and ordered the two occupants out, but they didn't exit.

Police say that when one of the men started the vehicle, one of the officers fired a shot flattening the tire.

The driver and passenger then unlocked the doors, exited and were arrested on obstruction and other charges.

Another man inside one of the motel rooms was arrested on warrant and drug charges.

 

AP

   

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