Grand Forks man found not criminally responsible in attempted gross sexual imposition case

GRAND FORKS — A Grand Forks man who attempted to sexually assault a woman has been found not guilty by lack of criminal responsibility. Andrew Chase Ebertowski, 22, was charged with Class A felony attempted gross sexual imposition, Class B felony burglary and Class C felony felonious restraint. During a review hearing Friday, the court found Ebertowski committed the acts he is accused of. So, despite not being guilty, he won t be released. He will receive treatment at the North Dakota State Hospital and can only be released with approval from the court. The court will maintain authority over his case for up to 20 years, which is the maximum penalty for a Class A felony. Ebertowski will attend annual review hearings until his case is closed. Ebertowski s lawyer, Steven Mottinger, said his client is pretty anxious to get out there. On July 16, 2025, Ebertowski pushed his way into a woman s apartment after she answered the door. He pulled her into a bear hug and wo