Gallatin County

Early Morning Activity

The Gallatin County was bustling with numerous incidents shortly after midnight. A series of civil disputes were reported across Bear Creek, Baxter Creek, Cougar Park, and Apollo neighborhoods, handled by the Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office (GCSO). Meanwhile, welfare checks, follow-ups, and patrol checks were conducted in various areas including Spanish Meadows and Northstar, indicating an active night for GCSO deputies.

Significant incidents included a motor vehicle accident in Midtown and traffic crimes in Belgrade Gardens and River Rock, emerging as trends of increasing vehicular issues.

Morning Trends

Morning hours continued with a high volume of civil disputes and patrol checks, especially in Bear Creek which saw a repetition of civil issues. The GCSO was also called out for several welfare checks and followed up on previous cases across multiple neighborhoods.

Traffic-related incidents remained a persistent concern with additional accidents and violations being reported in Apollo, Peakview, and Main Street. Alongside, GCSO assisted in a wildland fire in the Apollo region.

Afternoon Developments

By afternoon, the pattern of civil disputes and traffic issues continued unabated. Bear Creek and 4-Dot Meadows were particularly busy, with multiple patrol checks and traffic stops. Notably, the GCSO dealt with a sexual crime in Bear Creek and Meadow Creek, highlighting severe incidents amidst usual traffic and civil complaints.

The day also saw a significant incident involving an outside fire in 4-Dot Meadows, managed collectively by various emergency services, stressing the community’s preparedness for sudden emergencies.

Evening and Late Night Overview

The evening continued with the trend of patrol checks and traffic stops. Issues such as disorderly conduct were noted in 4-Dot Meadows. As the night progressed, alarms and minor incidents were noted in areas like Lake and Ferguson Farm, concluding a busy day for the GCSO with a wide range of incidents reported throughout Gallatin County.