Thirteen law enforcement officers from northeast North Dakota were recognized during Vision Zero DUI Enforcement All-Star Night on July 23 at Albrecht Field before the Grand Forks Spitfires took on the Madison Night Mares.
Now in its third year, the Vision Zero DUI Enforcement All-Star program recognizes law enforcement officers across North Dakota for their outstanding commitment to impaired driving enforcement. This year’s event marked the first partnership with the Grand Forks Spitfires.
“It is an honor to recognize these dedicated officers for their commitment to keeping North Dakota roads safe,” said Ryan Gellner, Vision Zero outreach program director. “Every impaired driver removed from the road is a potential life saved. Their work not only protects the people in their communities but also advances our shared goal of reaching zero motor vehicle fatalities.”
The officers were recognized during a special on-field ceremony before the first pitch and throughout the game with announcements thanking them for removing impaired drivers from North Dakota roadways. Fans also had the opportunity to visit the Vision Zero booth to learn more about impaired driving prevention and the importance of always driving sober or planning a sober ride.
The following officers were recognized during the event:
Devils Lake Police Department
Cpl. Russell Anthony
Officer Joshua Husebye
Grand Forks County Sheriff’s Office
Deputy Joachim Kazmierczak
Grand Forks Police Department
Officer Alex Jundt
Cpl. James Opp
North Dakota State Patrol
Trooper Trevor Elfman
Trooper Ryan Mugan
Trooper Shane Rothenberger
Ramsey County Sheriff’s Department
Deputy Casey Ahmann
Sgt. William Earl
Deputy Kimberly Eversvik
University of North Dakota Police Department
Officer Timothy Sul
Walsh County Sheriff’s Office
Sgt. John Vetsch
The 2026 Vision Zero DUI Enforcement All-Star series continues Aug. 17 with a recognition event at the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks game.
Learn more about Vision Zero and its traffic safety campaigns at VisionZero.ND.gov.