Daily Crime Report

Wednesday, April 16, 2025

Missoula County

Early morning incidents primarily involve welfare checks and assistance requests.

Early Morning Trends

Missoula County law enforcement agencies reported a spike in welfare checks and assistance requests during the early morning hours. Notably, the Missoula Police Department (MPD) and the Missoula County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) responded to several welfare checks around the Heart of Missoula and other areas. The MPD also addressed multiple cases involving persons needing assistance in the Westside neighborhood. Instances of trespassing and various emergencies required immediate response in areas like Two Rivers and Grant Creek.

Morning Activities

The morning hours saw a variety of incidents including burglary alarms in River Road and Southgate Triangle, and a movement violation in the Westside. The Neighborhood of Northside had reports involving abandoned vehicles, pointing to issues requiring municipal attention. Various welfare checks continued across different areas, acknowledging ongoing community care concerns.

Afternoon Incidents

Law enforcement activities continued into the afternoon with several disturbances noted around Westside and the Heart of Missoula. Multiple calls for medical standby and assistance, alongside concerns about parking and vehicle complaints, constituted much of the afternoon’s activities. Noteworthy, an increase in reports of suspicious activities and disorderly conduct highlights the need for continued vigilance.

Evening Reports

Evening hours maintained a similar tempo with continued checks for welfare and community assistance. Notably, River Road and Lewis & Clark saw such community care interventions. A series of driving under the influence incidents were notably handled by MPD in the Miller Creek area, underlining the nightlife’s impact on public safety.

Late Evening Overview

Late in the evening, crime reports transitioned into issues dealing with non-moving violations and mischief in the Heart of Missoula. Also, a notable number of noise complaints emerged in various neighborhoods as night progressed. The University District ended with fireworks disturbances highlighting local enforcement challenges connected to public disturbances in residential areas.

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