UPDATE: Dispute that led to Williston murder was over $100, police say

WILLISTON, N.D. (KFYR) - UPDATE (2/7/2025 at 3 p.m.): Williston Police say the dispute that resulted in a man’s murder was over $100.

Police say four witnesses were present at the apartment where 30-year-old Clay Kyllonen was shot twice in the chest and killed. They also say one of the witnesses was injured during the confrontation.

They say one of the witnesses told officers they had borrowed $100 from Tyler Langved, and on the morning of Feb. 2, the Langveds showed up at the apartment armed looking for the money.

UPDATE (2/3/2025 at 11 a.m.): Williston Police have identified the man who was shot and killed early Sunday morning in Williston.

They say the victim was 30-year-old Clay Michael Kyllonen. When they arrived on scene they found Kyllonen with a gunshot wound and attempted life-saving measures, but he died.

They say, after a quick investigation, 30-year-olds Kaylie Jane Langved and Tyler Roy Langved were identified as suspects and arrested in Tioga several hours later.

Both face multiple charges including murder.

Tyler Langved has been charged with:

• Murder
• Class AA Felony, Burglary
• Class B Felony, Conspiracy to Commit Burglary
• Class B Felony, Reckless Endangerment
• Class C Felony, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, Prior Felony
• Class C Felony, and Discharge of Firearm within City Limits
• Class B Misdemeanor.

Kaylie Langved has been charged with:

• Murder
• Class AA Felony, Burglary
• Class B Felony, and Conspiracy to Commit Burglary
• Class B Felony.

UPDATE (2/2/2025 at 6 p.m.): The Williston Police Department has taken two suspects into custody in connection with the homicide that occurred early Sunday morning. Names will not be released at this time, the investigation is still ongoing.

ORIGINAL STORY (2/2/2025 at 1:35 p.m.): The Williston Police Department says they are investigating an early-morning homicide Sunday.

At approximately 5:48 a.m., the Williston Police Department responded to a report of a male with a gunshot wound in the 300 Block of 5th St W. The individual was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Preliminary investigations indicate that this was a targeted incident, and there is no elevated threat to the public. While suspects have been identified and have not yet been apprehended, this does not appear to be a random act. Officers are actively investigating, we appreciate the public’s patience and understanding.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Williston Police Department at 701-577-1212.