Deadly Moorhead Officer-Involved Shootings Under Review

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The Clay County Attorney's Office will soon provide details on its review of two deadly officer-involved shootings that occurred at a Moorhead, Minnesota apartment building on August 11, 2025. The incident resulted in the deaths of 42-year-old Nathan Heiberg of Moorhead and 41-year-old Lucas Heiberg of Grand Forks, and involved three Fargo Police officers who are members of the Red River Valley SWAT Team.

Why it matters

This case raises questions about the use of force by law enforcement, especially in domestic violence situations involving children. The findings from the Clay County Attorney's review could have significant implications for police procedures and accountability in the region.

The details

According to the preliminary BCA investigation, Moorhead Police responded to a report of a domestic assault and order for protection violation at an apartment on the 2400 block of 3rd Avenue North. A woman said she was assaulted by Nathan and Lucas Heiberg while two young children were present. When officers tried to talk to the men in the hallway, they forcibly opened the door and shots were exchanged, leading to the deaths of the two men. The children were unharmed, and part of the incident was recorded on body-worn cameras.

• On August 11, 2025, Moorhead Police responded to a domestic violence call at an apartment.
• The Clay County Attorney's Office has scheduled a press conference for 10:00 AM on Thursday, February 5, 2026 to share information on its review of the incident.

What’s next

The Clay County Attorney's Office will share the findings of its review of the officer-involved shootings at the press conference on February 5, 2026.