Sixty-ninth Legislative Assembly of North Dakota
In Regular Session Commencing Tuesday, January 7, 2025
HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 3025
(Representatives Hendrix, Koppelman, Marschall, Morton)
(Senators Braunberger, Roers, Powers)
A concurrent resolution honoring the police and first responders of Fargo, North Dakota.
WHEREAS, on July 14, 2023, Fargo police officers and first responders courageously responded to
a tragic shooting incident that claimed a precious life and endangered public safety; and
WHEREAS, Officers Andrew Dotas and Tyler Hawes, along with civilian Karlee Koswick, were
injured during this incident, demonstrating bravery under extreme circumstances; and
WHEREAS, Sergeant Zach Robinson, with skill and disciplined focus while under the most difficult
of circumstances, exercised amazing heroism in neutralizing the threat posed to the Fargo community;
and
WHEREAS, the swift actions of first responders prevented further loss of life and ensured public
safety during this critical event; and
WHEREAS, Officer Jake Wallin of the Fargo Police Department made the ultimate sacrifice in the
line of duty while protecting his community;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF NORTH
DAKOTA, THE SENATE CONCURRING THEREIN:
That the Sixty-ninth Legislative Assembly honors Officer Jake Wallin for his heroism and extends
heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues; commends Officer Andrew Dotas, Officer
Tyler Hawes, and Sergeant Zach Robinson, for their bravery and resilience in the face of danger;
expresses sincerest gratitude to our nurses, doctors, and all other first responders for their dedication to
serving and protecting the Fargo community; and encourages continued support for law enforcement
officers and first responders who risk their lives daily to ensure public safety; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , that the Secretary of State forward copies of this resolution to the
Fargo Police Department, Officer Andrew Dotas, Officer Tyler Hawes, Sergeant Zach Robinson, Karlee
Koswick, and the fiance and family of Officer Jake Wallin. H.C.R. NO. 3025 - PAGE 2
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Speaker of the House President of the Senate
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Chief Clerk of the House Secretary of the Senate
Filed in this office this ___________day of _______________________________________, 2025,
at ________ o’clock ________M.
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Secretary of State