Progress being made in Wahpeton murder investigation

January 20, 2023

WAHPETON, N.D. (KFGO) – The investigation into the shooting that resulted in the death of 40-year-old Jeremiah Medenwald Monday night in Wahpeton continues with some progress, according to Police Chief Matthew Anderson.

He said investigators are making progress toward identifying a suspect. He said BCI agents are working to identify people involved and anyone who had any contact with Medenwald prior to the shooting.

Police said that Medenwald, of Hankinson, was in a car when he was shot. Another person was in the car with him. That person has been interviewed but no further information has been released.