Police News Releases

The Moorhead Police Department continues to attempt to locate the male that witnesses report went missing from the Red River on Monday, June 5, at approximately 1:30 p.m.  The male has been identified as David Michael Tikayne (29 years old).  He reportedly entered the Red River near 1 Avenue North, but there are conflicting witness statements about whether or not he was able to swim to shore.  The Moorhead and Fargo Fire Departments, along with the Red River Valley Dive and Rescue Team, have continued to search the Red River without success.  Anyone with information about this incident, or information about David Tikayne, is asked to call the Red River Dispatch Center at 701.451.7660 to speak with the on-duty Moorhead Police supervisor.

Moorhead Police Department

Lieutenant Tory Jacobson

218.299.5117