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.
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Authorities have confirmed that a suspect is in custody following a shooting incident at the Meridian Mall on Friday afternoon.
As a result, the lockdown at the mall has been lifted.
The Meridian Township Police Department issued a public advisory just before 2:00 p.m., urging residents and shoppers to avoid the area near the Dick’s Sporting Goods entrance while officers conducted an active investigation at the scene.
At this time, police have not released specific details regarding the nature of the shooting, including whether anyone was injured or the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s arrest.
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the incident and are expected to provide additional information as it becomes available.
The public is asked to remain clear of the immediate area to allow for the ongoing investigation.