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On a tense summer day in Rolette, North Dakota, the life of James Pochant, a 27-year-old Caucasian male, was tragically cut short. On July 31, 2018, Pochant was shot and killed, an event that spiraled into a prolonged and dangerous standoff with law enforcement. The man responsible for his death was identified as 49-year-old Ronald Wayne Wootan, a resident of Rolette.
The incident escalated when Wootan barricaded himself inside his home at 605 3rd Avenue, leading to an eight-hour standoff ...Read More
The incident escalated when Wootan barricaded himself inside his home at 605 3rd Avenue, leading to an eight-hour standoff ...Read More
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James Pochant
Male
White / Caucasian
Rolette
ND
2018-07-31
27
James
Pochant
Yes
12/05/2025
Forum Posts (2)
Hey everyone, I've been following the tragic case involving James Pochant, and something keeps gnawi... ...Read More
09/29/2023
09/29/2023
I’ve been following this case closely and can't help but feel for James Pochant’s family. Losing... ...Read More
02/08/2023
02/08/2023
