Red River Valley SWAT Team to conduct joint monthly training exercise Thursday

(West Fargo, ND) -- The Red River Valley SWAT Team will host a joint training exercise at 5:30 p.m. Thursday near the 7800 block of 52nd Ave. W. The exercise is expected to last until 8:30 p.m.

Residents may see SWAT Team members, along with other law enforcement officers carrying firearms; however, no live rounds will be used during the training exercise.

Residents may also hear loud noises, yelling, and see several SWAT vehicles in the area with activated emergency lights. There is no safety concern to the public or surrounding area.

If residents have a concern or need to speak to the SWAT Team, please contact the Red River Regional Dispatch Center at (701) 451-7660 and ask to speak with one of the training facilitators at the training site.

The training is closed to the public.