Update to previous press release:
Gage Robert Durbin (30 years old) was issued a citation following an investigation into the crash in which his vehicle collided with Casey’s General Store in Moorhead on 8/9/20. He was cited for the following offenses:
- Reckless Driving (misdemeanor)
- Prohibited Use of a Toxic Substance (misdemeanor)
- Seatbelt Required (petty-misdemeanor)
Evidence obtained at the scene, along with information obtained during the investigation, indicates that Durbin had been inhaling cans of compressed air prior to the crash. It is believed that this was a contributing factor in this incident.
Durbin’s current medical condition is not known. A photograph of Durbin is not available since he has not booked into jail.
-Joel Voxland, Sergeant. 218.299.5120
Original Press Release:
On 8/9/20 at approximately 8:04 PM, Moorhead Police, FM Ambulance, and Moorhead Fire Department personnel were dispatched to the Casey’s General Store located at 1702 30th Avenue South for a report of a vehicle that crashed into the side of the building. It appears the vehicle was eastbound on 30th Avenue South when it veered towards Casey’s and impacted the west side of the building. The driver of the vehicle was the only occupant. His condition is not known but he was conscious when transported by FM Ambulance to the hospital. No other vehicles were involved. The building sustained a significant amount of damage, inside and outside, from the crash. Thankfully, no one else was injured.
