09/10/2026
🚨 Public Safety Alert – Callaway Area 🚨
Law enforcement is actively searching for Ryan Pacheco, 24, who is considered armed and dangerous. Wanted in connection with a shooting in Mahnomen County and is believed to be in the Callaway Area.
Description: Young male with visible tattoos, last seen wearing a dark sweatshirt, blue jeans and black Jordans.
Residents in the Callaway area will see increased patrols as agencies work to locate him.
If you see Pacheco, DO NOT approach. Call 911.
See Becker County Sheriff's Office page for more information.
Update on the Mahnomen Shooting Investigation: Reward increased to $5,000
The White Earth Police Department continues to actively investigate the recent shooting that occurred in the City of Mahnomen.
This remains a targeted incident, and there is no known threat to the general public. Investigators have identified the parties involved and continue working to apprehend those responsible.
Ryan Pacheco, 24, remains at large and is considered armed and dangerous. Ryan is described as a Native American male, 6 feet tall, approximately 155 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes.
There will be an increased local, state, and federal law enforcement presence throughout the area as investigators continue their efforts to locate and apprehend Ryan Pacheco. Residents should expect to see additional patrols and investigative activity.
The reward for information leading to Ryan Pacheco’s apprehension has been increased to $5,000.
If you see Ryan Pacheco, do NOT approach him. Call 911 immediately or contact White Earth Dispatch at 218-983-3281.
Anonymous tips can also be submitted online at:
https://mobile.catapultems.com/drug-taskforce/white-earth
The White Earth Police Department appreciates the public’s continued cooperation and assistance as this investigation remains active. Additional information will be released as it becomes available.
