JAMESTOWN, N.D. (JPD) – On April 30, 2026, at approximately 0834 hrs., Jamestown Police were dispatched to a residence along Thomas Ave Northeast, on a report of a person trying to cause self-harm. The caller requested assistance from police, as the person in crisis is a family member, had made threats of self-harm, and was in possession of knives.
Assistant Chief of Police Major Justin Blinsky said upon arrival, Officers verified no one else was inside the residence and spoke with the person in mental health crisis in the front yard of the residence. The person refused to put the knives down and retreated inside the residence. Trained negotiators from the James Valley Special Operations team were requested to assist in communicating with the person in crisis.
At approximately 0933 hrs., the person voluntarily exited the residence unarmed and was immediately treated for their injuries. The person in crisis was then transported to Jamestown Regional Medical Center for further treatment and evaluation.
A 2-block radius of Thomas Ave NE was blocked off for a short amount of time, to allow first responders to safely handle this incident. There was no threat to the public at any time.
Jamestown Police were assisted by members of the James Valley Special Operations Team, Jamestown Area Ambulance, and Jamestown Fire Department.
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, please call or text 988.