Fargo Police Investigating Deadly Shooting on Broadway; Suspect Identified as Tyrque Jones
FARGO, N.D. — A violent overnight shooting has left one person dead and two others injured in the heart of downtown Fargo. At approximately 1:56 a.m. on Sunday, August 3, 2025, officers with the Fargo Police Department responded to reports of shots fired in the 50 block of Broadway N., a bustling area known for nightlife and weekend activity.
Upon arrival, officers located three adult victims suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite immediate life-saving efforts, one of the victims was pronounced dead at the scene. The two surviving victims were transported to a local hospital with injuries believed to be non-life-threatening.
Suspect Identified: Tyrque Jones, 22
Following the preliminary investigation, Fargo Police have identified 22-year-old Tyrque Jones, a resident of Fargo, as the primary suspect in this deadly incident. Jones is currently at large, and law enforcement is urgently asking for the public’s help in locating him.
Jones is considered armed and dangerous. Authorities urge the public not to approach or attempt to apprehend him under any circumstances. Instead, anyone who sees Jones is advised to immediately call 911 or contact the Fargo Police Department at 701-241-5777.
When reporting a sighting, officials ask that you provide:
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Exact location
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Direction of travel
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Clothing description
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Any individuals who may be accompanying him
Tip Submission Encouraged
Fargo Police have also provided a method for anonymous tips. Anyone with information that may help locate Jones is encouraged to text the keyword “FARGOPD” followed by their tip to 847411. Your identity will be protected, and your information could play a vital role in safely resolving this case.
Ongoing Investigation
The Fargo Police Department’s investigative team continues to collect evidence, speak with witnesses, and review surveillance footage from nearby businesses. Detectives are piecing together the events that led to the early-morning gunfire, though they have not yet released a possible motive.
No additional suspects have been named at this time, and police have not disclosed whether the shooting was targeted or random. The identities of the victims, including the deceased individual, have not yet been made public pending family notification.
Downtown Residents on Edge
This incident has understandably shaken the downtown Fargo community. Residents and business owners are expressing concern about safety in an area that draws large crowds on weekend nights.
Local authorities have increased patrols in the area and are encouraging residents to remain vigilant. Businesses in the vicinity of the shooting have been cooperating fully with the investigation, with several providing access to exterior cameras and security footage.
Public Safety Message
“This is a tragic and senseless act of violence that has affected multiple lives,” said a spokesperson for the Fargo Police Department. “We are working diligently to ensure justice is served and to bring closure to the families involved. We urge anyone with information, no matter how minor it may seem, to come forward immediately.”
How You Can Help
If you have any knowledge about the whereabouts of Tyrque Jones, or any details related to this shooting, do not wait. Call the Fargo Police Department at 701-241-5777 or submit an anonymous tip via text by sending the keyword FARGOPD followed by your message to 847411.
This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
