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High Risk Sex Offender Notification: 735 14th St N

The Fargo Police Department is notifying the community that a registered sex offender, Epifanio Walker Benitez Jr., registered at 735 14 St N in Fargo, North Dakota. Benitez was assessed as a HIGH RISK offender by the North Dakota Sex Offender Risk Assessment committee.

01/06/2022


  • Epifanio Walker Benitez Jr.
    Epifanio Walker Benitez Jr.

The Fargo Police Department is notifying the community that a registered sex offender, Epifanio Walker Benitez Jr., registered at 735 14 St N in Fargo, North Dakota. Benitez was assessed as a HIGH RISK offender by the North Dakota Sex Offender Risk Assessment committee. The following information describes Benitez and his offenses:

Epifanio Walker Benitez Jr.
50 years old, 5’7”, 182 lbs., brown eyes, brown hair
735 14 St N/Redemption Road
Fargo, North Dakota

Offense Background:
Benitez was convicted on January 2, 2002 in Burleigh County District Court ND of Gross Sexual Imposition. The victim was a 14 year old female. He was also convicted on June 2, 1997 in Ward County District Court ND of Corruption/Solicitation of a Minor. The victim was a 17 year old female. He is a lifetime registrant.

Frequently Asked Questions:

  1. Why was the sex offender allowed to move into my neighborhood?
    Answer: The Fargo Police Department cannot dictate where a sex offender chooses to live. The offender is required to register with us and notify us of any changes in address or employment.

  2. Is this person dangerous?
    Answer: The Fargo Police Department checks on each offender several times each year to ensure they are compliant with their requirements to register. The attention of the community notification process and the frequent visits by the police department seem to act as a deterrent to criminal behavior. The state has assessed this offender as having a high-risk for offending again. As a result, we believe it is important for neighbors to have accurate information about the offender.

  3. What should I do if I see suspicious behavior?
    Answer: If you see any suspicious behavior you should notify the police department immediately. Don’t take action yourself. The Fargo Police Department relies on alert and aware citizens to provide valuable information in many instances and appreciates your involvement.

  4. Who should I contact if I have questions?
    Answer: If you have questions or concerns, you can contact the police department shift commander at 241-8175 or 235-4493.

We caution the public about harassment or, other criminal behavior directed at the offender. This can result in criminal action against those responsible and endanger the sex offender registration law. Sex offender registration laws are under constant scrutiny and legal action. Law enforcement agencies make good use of the information provided by registration and does not want to see the law struck down.

If you would like more information about high-risk sex offenders in the city of Fargo, visit our website at www.fargopolice.com. Information on high-risk and lifetime offenders is also available on the North Dakota Attorney General’s website at www.ndsexoffender.com and the Dru Sjodin National Sex Offender Public Website at http://www.nsopr.gov/. These website have the answers to many frequently asked questions.