Fargo man who stomped squad car during riot sentenced to probation
Errick Steven Toa faced up to five years in prison but has been a “role model defendant” since the May 30 riot, according to his probation officer. 4:43 pm, Apr. 13, 2021 ×
This still image was taken from a video posted on Facebook after protesters and police clashed in downtown Fargo on May 30, 2020. Special to The Forum
FARGO A Fargo man will avoid prison time for jumping on a police vehicle and smashing the windshield during the May 30 riot in downtown.
Errick Steven Toa, 31, was ordered Tuesday, April 13, to spend two years on supervised probation. He previously pleaded guilty to a civil disorder charge.
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