Fargo Man Arrested for Threatening to Burn Down Apartment

36-year-old Andrew Flyinghorse charged with felony endangerment by fire

Mar. 23, 2026 at 4:41pm

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A 36-year-old Fargo man named Andrew Flyinghorse was arrested on Saturday, March 21, after allegedly threatening to burn down an apartment in the 1500 block of 48th St S. Police responded to a disturbance call and took Flyinghorse into custody, charging him with a Class C felony of endangering by fire. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.

Why it matters

Threats of arson and property destruction are taken very seriously by law enforcement, especially in residential areas where public safety is a major concern. This arrest highlights the need for vigilance against potential acts of violence or destruction within local communities.

The details

According to the Fargo Police Department, officers responded to a disturbance call about an unwanted guest who was threatening to burn down an apartment in the 1500 block of 48th St S. Upon arrival, police located the suspect, identified as 36-year-old Andrew Flyinghorse of Fargo, and placed him under arrest for the felony charge of endangering by fire.

  • The incident occurred on Saturday, March 21, 2026.

The players

Andrew Flyinghorse

A 36-year-old Fargo resident who was arrested and charged with a felony for allegedly threatening to burn down an apartment.

Fargo Police Department

The law enforcement agency that responded to the disturbance call and arrested the suspect.

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What’s next

The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and the judge will determine whether to allow Flyinghorse to be released on bail.

The takeaway

This arrest underscores the importance of swift action by law enforcement to address potential threats to public safety, especially in residential areas where the risk of harm is heightened. The community will be watching to see how the case against Flyinghorse proceeds.