At dawn on Friday, November 7, 2025, the stillness of northeast Minot, North Dakota, was pierced by tragedy: 27-year-old Anthony William Redmond was found fatally wounded in what law-enforcement officials are treating as a homicide by stabbing. The Minot Police Department confirmed the incident occurred in the 500 block of 2nd Street NE and asked for the public’s help as they pursue answers.
Anthony’s passing has left a profound ache throughout his hometown — not only because a life ended too soon, but because the man behind the name was widely loved for the simple, sincere impact he had on those around him. He was described by friends and family as someone who carried a quiet strength, a ready smile, and a heart attuned to the needs of others. In a world that moves fast, he seemed to slow down just enough to make you feel seen.
His family remembers him as more than “the victim” of a violent act. He was a brother, son, friend — someone whose presence made places feel warmer. Whether he offered an encouraging word during a rough week or quietly offered help without fanfare, Anthony’s generosity was part of the way he lived. Loved ones recall his humor, his loyalty, his authenticity — traits that now echo in the memories left behind.
The community response has been immediate and heartfelt. Neighbors have lit candles, shared stories, and gathered in small groups to mourn and to remember. For many, the shock of violence in a place they consider home carries extra weight — especially when it touches someone who gave so much without drawing attention to himself. As one friend put it, “He didn’t seek the spotlight, but when he was gone we realized how brightly he shone.”
Meanwhile, investigators with the Minot Police continue their work. They’re appealing to anyone who was in the area early Friday morning, or who may have surveillance footage or information, to come forward. No arrests have been reported at this time, and the motive remains under investigation. The official channel has asked for vigilance, but also for compassion — reminding the public that this is a family enduring unimaginable pain.
In the midst of grief, those who knew Anthony are focusing on the legacy he leaves behind. His laughter, his compassion, his steady presence — all of it matter. They say those are the things that will outlast the tragedy. His life may have been cut short, but the love he sowed continues to grow. In the small acts of kindness he did, he planted seeds that will keep blooming.
Because Anthony’s memory is more than the final headline. It’s in the way someone offered help when they were down. It’s in the way a room felt lighter when he walked in. And it’s in the way his loved ones will carry him with them — in stories, in smiles, in the warmth that remains. In honoring that memory, they’re refusing to let the darkness of the act define everything. They’re choosing to remember the light.
