A short video posted by the local outlet iNewZ TV on Sunday morning carried a police update saying officers were investigating a drive-by shooting in Grand Forks that occurred earlier that day. The 1 minute, 32 second clip, captioned with the words “POLICE UPDATE: Grand Forks Shooting” and “BREAKING NEWS: Report Of Sunday Morning Drive-By Shooting in Grand Forks,” shows a brief statement attributed to the Grand Forks Police Department and scenes from the neighborhood where officers were present.

“Officers responded to reports of shots fired and are actively investigating,” the statement in the video said. Authorities did not provide details about the number of victims or the extent of any injuries in the clip, and the police department had not released a full incident report by midday. Investigators were shown canvassing the area and speaking to residents as part of an on-scene inquiry, according to footage.

In the video, police urged anyone with information to contact the department’s tip line and to preserve any video or photographic evidence that might aid the investigation. Local law enforcement has increasingly relied on social media and partner outlets such as iNewZ TV to push out rapid updates; officials said these channels help reach residents quickly but also complicate the management of information when facts remain incomplete.

Residents interviewed near the scene told the camera they were shaken by the violence but relieved police arrived quickly. “It’s frightening to wake up to that,” one woman said, reflecting wider anxiety across neighborhoods where gunfire is infrequent but deeply felt. Online reaction on local community pages showed a mix of calls for calm, demands for more transparency from city officials, and renewed discussion about safety measures in public spaces.

The shooting arrives amid broader debates in Grand Forks about how municipal resources are allocated to law enforcement, mental health services, and violence-prevention programs. City council members have in recent months faced competing pressures from constituents who prioritize stricter policing and those who advocate for community-based interventions. Incidents like Sunday’s typically sharpen those policy tensions, prompting elected officials to balance calls for immediate action with longer-term strategies to reduce gun violence.

Institutionally, the episode highlights two enduring challenges: timely, accurate communication from police and the civic responsibility of residents to cooperate with inquiries. Experts in public affairs say rapid dissemination of partial information can erode trust if official updates are delayed or inconsistent. “Transparency isn’t just about speed; it’s about reliable verification,” said a local governance analyst, noting that police departments must coordinate clear messaging even while investigations are active.

Police investigators said the probe remains open and that no arrests had been reported as of the last update. City officials have scheduled no public meetings related to the incident yet, but the shooting is likely to resurface in upcoming council discussions about public safety funding and community engagement. For now, authorities continue to ask witnesses to come forward and to share any footage that could assist the investigation.