Bismarck, North Dakota — A video circulating online shows a DUI arrest allegedly turning violent as a suspect punches a North Dakota State Trooper.
According to a statement posted by the North Dakota Highway Patrol, the incident occurred Nov. 23, 2024, during a DUI–Actual Physical Control arrest conducted by a state trooper on a highway in North Dakota.
Officials say the video now circulating on social media originates from body camera and dash camera footage connected to that arrest.
Authorities stated that during the encounter, an intoxicated male allegedly assaulted a North Dakota State Trooper and other law enforcement officers while the arrest was taking place.
The patrol said incidents like the one shown in the footage represent situations officers encounter regularly while enforcing impaired driving laws and maintaining roadway safety.
“Troopers are trained to handle volatile and unpredictable situations while working to keep the public, themselves, and the individuals involved safe,” the agency said in the statement.
The department emphasized that assaulting a law enforcement officer is a serious crime, noting that traffic stops and impaired driving arrests can quickly escalate when suspects become combative.
The video gained renewed attention after being shared widely on social media this week, drawing reactions from viewers across several platforms.
Officials did not immediately release the name of the suspect or provide updated information on charges related to the alleged assault.
Law enforcement agencies often release statements when body camera footage circulates publicly to provide context about the events shown in the video.
Traffic stops and DUI enforcement remain a routine part of patrol operations across North Dakota highways, particularly on routes connecting major communities and commuter corridors.
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