Minot Man Charged After Ramming Vehicle, Injuring Two Women

Timothy Kalmar faces multiple charges including terrorizing and aggravated assault.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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A 45-year-old Minot, North Dakota man has been charged with terrorizing, aggravated assault, and aggravated reckless driving after allegedly ramming his car into another vehicle, injuring two women. Kalmar claims he was being shot at and intentionally collided with the other vehicle to defend himself, but investigators believe the gunshot to his windshield happened after the crash, not before.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the dangers of road rage and the potential for escalating violence on the roads. It also raises questions about self-defense claims and the appropriate use of force when a driver feels threatened.

The details

According to authorities, Timothy Kalmar intentionally rammed his vehicle into another car, injuring two women inside. Kalmar's vehicle was later found with a gunshot in the windshield, and he claimed he was being shot at and collided with the other car to defend himself. However, investigators believe the gunshot occurred after the crash, not before.

  • The incident occurred on February 10, 2026.

The players

Timothy Kalmar

A 45-year-old man from Minot, North Dakota who has been charged with terrorizing, aggravated assault, and aggravated reckless driving.

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The takeaway

This case highlights the need for better education and policies around road rage incidents, as well as the importance of thorough investigations to determine the true sequence of events and appropriate charges. Drivers must find non-violent ways to resolve conflicts on the road to prevent further escalation and harm.