Two Arrested After Pursuit and Foot Chase in West Fargo

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Two people, 35-year-old Steven Foster and 34-year-old Katie Haglund, were arrested in West Fargo, North Dakota after a pursuit that began near 13th Avenue East and ended in an industrial park. Foster was charged with felony fleeing, reckless endangerment, driving under suspension, and drug and paraphernalia possession, while Haglund was charged with fleeing, drug paraphernalia, and outstanding warrants.

Why it matters

High-speed pursuits and suspects fleeing law enforcement can pose significant risks to public safety, making this an important incident for the local community to be aware of. The charges also highlight ongoing issues with drug use and outstanding warrants in the area.

The details

The pursuit began when police attempted to stop the vehicle near 13th Avenue East. The suspects fled, with police using spike strips, but the vehicle continued on, hitting a squad car near the intersection of Main Avenue West and 15th Street West. The pair then fled on foot towards an industrial park, where Haglund was quickly arrested. Foster was later apprehended with the help of a K-9 unit and drone.

• The pursuit began near the 600 block of 13th Avenue East on Sunday.
• The vehicle hit a squad car near the intersection of Main Avenue West and 15th Street West.

What’s next

The judge will determine if Foster will be allowed bail and the status of Haglund's outstanding warrants.