FARGO, N.D. — The Fargo Police Department has announced their Employee of the Year awards.
“The Fargo Police Department is incredibly fortunate to be made up of individuals who demonstrate a strong, consistent commitment to public safety and to serving our community,” said Fargo Police Chief Dave Zibolski. “Chosen by their peers, the Employee of the Year Awards recognize those whose dedication and leadership have created a meaningful and lasting impact beyond their daily responsibilities.”
Sergeant Kyle Seehusen was chosen as the Supervisor of the Year.
According to the department, Seehusen demonstrated exceptional leadership while supervising the Red Night Shift, motivating officers to perform at their highest level through professionalism and clear vision. He balanced accountability with genuine care for the operational and personal needs of his team. Sergeant Seehusen emphasized physical readiness and helped build a culture of wellness through regular group workouts.
Ryan Jasper is the department’s Detective of the Year.
He has served in the Metro Area Street Crimes Unit for approximately four years and is widely regarded as a go-to investigator for identifying suspects and developing actionable intelligence. The Street Crimes Unit’s continued success in 2025 was largely driven by his leadership, work ethic and commitment to apprehending violent offenders in our community. He played a critical role in dismantling a violent juvenile armed robbery group, leading to five arrests, multiple convictions and the removal of key offenders from the community.
Detective Jasper was also instrumental in investigations related to the two fatal shootings on August 3.
Named Officer of the Year, Lacey Bunkelman has served The Fargo Police Department since 2016 and is currently assigned to the Community Engagement Team, where she consistently went above and beyond throughout 2025. She took ownership of complex community issues, built strong relationships with residents and businesses and produced measurable results, particularly in Downtown Fargo.
A key part of her impact involved leadership in mental health response, working with partners to connect high-need individuals to appropriate services and reduce repeat calls for service.
Named Civilian of the Year, Quartermaster Sara Fix was selected in recognition of her exceptional performance, reliability and dedication to the department’s mission. In her role, she manages the full lifecycle of all department equipment, uniforms and gear, ensuring accurate tracking, accountability and compliance with departmental standards. Sara consistently secures high-quality, cost-effective equipment by researching vendors, comparing bids and coordinating purchases without compromising quality. During the year, she led major projects, including a complete inventory overhaul, selecting a new clothing and equipment vendor, issuing updated body cameras, managing rifle plates and ballistic helmets and outfitting personnel for new Trikkes.
She also routinely supports specialized units, major operations and large-scale training events, often on tight timelines.
