Two Charged in Last Call Bar Robbery in Mandan

Prosecutors say Evan Darden robbed the bar at gunpoint, while Eric Prosser helped him evade police.

Mar. 16, 2026 at 4:57pm

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Two people have been charged in connection with a robbery at the Last Call Bar in Mandan, North Dakota on March 5th. Prosecutors allege that 35-year-old Evan Darden entered the bar around 1:00 a.m., brandished a handgun, and stole $4,000 in cash. Darden then left the scene on a bicycle and was picked up by 50-year-old Eric Prosser, who knew Darden had just committed the robbery. Investigators say Prosser deleted phone calls between him and Darden in an attempt to conceal evidence.

Why it matters

This robbery highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in addressing violent crime and property theft in small to mid-sized communities. The alleged involvement of a getaway driver also suggests a level of coordination and planning that is concerning for the local community.

The details

According to court records, Evan Darden is accused of entering the Last Call Bar around 1:00 a.m. on March 5th and robbing the establishment at gunpoint, making off with $4,000 in cash. Darden then fled the scene on a bicycle, and was later picked up by 50-year-old Eric Prosser, who prosecutors say was aware that Darden had just committed the robbery. Investigators allege that Prosser deleted phone calls between himself and Darden in an effort to conceal evidence of his involvement.

  • The robbery occurred on March 5th around 1:00 a.m.
  • Darden and Prosser were charged in the case on March 16th, 2026.

The players

Evan Darden

A 35-year-old man accused of robbing the Last Call Bar at gunpoint and stealing $4,000 in cash.

Eric Prosser

A 50-year-old man accused of picking up Darden after the robbery and deleting phone records in an attempt to conceal evidence.

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What they’re saying

“We must take these types of violent crimes seriously and ensure that those responsible are held accountable.”

— Mandan Police Chief

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Darden and Prosser to be released on bail.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the need for continued vigilance and collaboration between law enforcement and the community to address the persistent problem of violent crime and property theft in the Mandan area.