Crime
Video shows moments Jordan Parisien shot and killed by Belcourt police officer in Turtle Mountains
LaCounte stated that Parisien had been driving erratically, repeatedly performing U-turns on Highway 5 in what appeared to be an attempt to get officers to pursue him.
Authorities have released additional information about the fatal officer-involved shooting of Jordan Parisien in Belcourt, North Dakota.
The incident, which occurred on the Turtle Mountain Reservation, is under investigation by the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
Video evidence has surfaced showing the moments leading up to the death of Jordan Parisien, who was shot and killed by law enforcement.
According to Alysia LaCounte, general counsel for the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa, an investigation has revealed that all gunfire in the incident originated from law enforcement, and no shots were fired by Parisien.
LaCounte stated that Parisien had been driving erratically, repeatedly performing U-turns on Highway 5 in what appeared to be an attempt to get officers to pursue him.
Three officers responded to the scene.
One officer reportedly drew their weapon and instructed Parisien to exit his vehicle.
At this time, it remains unclear what prompted the officer to discharge their weapon or how many shots were fired.
An earlier statement from Turtle Mountain Tribal Chairman Jamie Azure indicated that the officers were responding to a report of a suicidal man armed with a firearm at a residence on the reservation.
The initial statement also suggested that shots were exchanged between Parisien and law enforcement; however, subsequent information from LaCounte has clarified that no exchange of gunfire occurred.
Parisien was fatally wounded during the incident, which occurred on Highway 5, west of Belcourt, around 10:30 a.m. on Sunday. Tribal Chairman Azure emphasized that this was an isolated incident and assured the public that there is no ongoing threat to safety.
The scene was immediately secured, and the investigation was turned over to the BIA and FBI, who are now working to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the shooting.
The fatal shooting of Jordan Parisien has raised questions about the use of lethal force in this situation. Tribal authorities are committed to transparency as the investigation unfolds, and additional information is expected to be released in the coming days.
Tribal officials and law enforcement agencies are urging the public to remain patient as investigators review all evidence, including video footage, to determine the facts of the case.
Further updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
Crime
Two Killed, Two Suspects in Custody Following Shooting at 7-Eleven in Denver’s Clayton Neighborhood
Denver, CO – Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting that claimed the lives of two individuals early Monday morning in Denver’s Clayton neighborhood. Two suspects have been taken into custody in connection with the incident.
According to Denver Police Chief Ron Thomas, the shooting occurred around midnight at a 7-Eleven convenience store located at 35th Avenue and Colorado Boulevard, adjacent to the Park Hill Golf Course.
Preliminary reports indicate that two groups of adults arrived at the convenience store and became involved in a verbal altercation, which quickly escalated into gunfire.
Upon arrival, officers discovered one victim deceased at the scene in the parking lot. A second victim, who was transported to a nearby hospital, was later pronounced dead.
Chief Thomas stated that an officer who was in the vicinity at the time of the shooting heard the gunfire and immediately responded.
The officer encountered a suspect holding a firearm and discharged their weapon in response. However, the suspect managed to flee the scene.
It remains unclear whether the suspect was injured during the exchange of gunfire or if they fired at the officer. Fortunately, the officer was unharmed.
“Certainly, it’s a concern when you have an individual who is armed with a weapon and has no regard for public safety, engaging in gunfire in our community and also with police officers,” said Chief Thomas. “We do believe this was an isolated incident between the two groups involved.”
Initially, one suspect was taken into custody at the scene.
Hours later, at approximately 6:30 a.m., authorities confirmed that the second suspect who fled had been apprehended.
The investigation remains ongoing as detectives work to determine the suspects’ level of involvement and establish a clear motive for the shooting.
Denver police urge anyone with information regarding the incident to contact Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at (720) 913-7867. Tipsters may remain anonymous.