Daily Crime Report
Thursday, April 17, 2025
Missoula County
Series of Early Incidents and Evening DUIs Mark the Day
Early Morning Incidents
The early hours in Missoula saw a cluster of reports focused on suspicious activities and accidents without injuries across several neighborhoods including Westside, Northside, and the Captain John Mullan areas. Notable incidents of shoplifting and a missing person were reported by the MCSO and MPD respectively.
Morning Developments
The morning was marked by several traffic-related issues with multiple reports of non-injurious accidents but also a few with injuries, notably in areas not specified and Franklin to the Fort. A series of welfare checks, public assistance, and parked or junk vehicle complaints painted a busy morning for the Missoula PD and MCSO, especially focusing on Captain John Mullan and Westside neighborhoods.
Afternoon Concerns
Activities tapered into the afternoon with several accidents recorded, both with and without injuries, in various locales such as Lower Rattlesnake and Grant Creek. The afternoon was also notable for a spate of ‘Wildlands Fire’ incidents, suggesting rural or uncontrolled land fire events. Additionally, the Missoula PD responded to multiple disturbances and hazardous situations across the city.
Evening and Late Night
The evening led to a rise in DUI incidents, particularly in the Riverfront area along with several reports of disorderly conduct and thefts. The night closed with various reports from neighborhoods like Heart of Missoula where the activities ranged from suspicious activities to breaches of liquor/tobacco violations.
Noteworthy Stats
Westside witnessed a diverse set of infractions ranging from suspicious activities, welfare checks, accidents, to liquor and tobacco violations cumulatively amounting to significant law enforcement engagement in the area. Similarly, Captain John Mullan showed a series of property-related complaints and traffic incidents. The rural or unspecified areas saw a surge in ‘Wildlands Fire’ incidents and miscellaneous hazards affecting general safety.
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