July 12, 2023
Two people found deceased
On July 5, 2023, the McKenzie County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of two individuals that had been found dead around 7:53 p.m. The officers responded to the single-family residence located south of Watford City.
Upon arrival, deputies located a juvenile female and an adult male, both deceased from apparent gunshot wounds.
Given the information received and the evidence gathered at the scene, investigators are confident this was an isolated incident and there is no threat to the public.
The incident is currently under investigation by the McKenzie County Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division.
No further information will be released at this time.