Missoula County

Early Morning Incidents

The early morning hours of September 2, 2025, saw various police activities across Missoula. The Missoula Police Department (MPD) responded to multiple welfare checks in neighborhoods such as Grant Creek, Riverfront, and the Heart of Missoula. Additionally, there were reports of suspicious activity in the University District and an unmarked location, investigated by the MPD and Missoula County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO).

Burglaries were reported in the Southgate Triangle, adding to the seriousness of the early morning crimes. Other notable incidents during this period included disorderly conduct in Farviews / Pattee Canyon, overseen by MCSO, and a driving under the influence (DUI) case in the Westside, handled by MCSO.

Morning Activity

Into the morning, incidents shifted to include more personal assistance and disturbances across different neighborhoods like Northside and University District. The MPD and MCSO attended multiple calls from Westside regarding trespassing, littering, and theft, highlighting the area’s active morning. Welfare checks continued to be a mainstay in the police logs, particularly in areas without specific neighborhood tags, showing the broad scope of this service within the community.

Afternoon Engagements

The afternoon brought a variety of incidents, including accidents with and without injuries predominantly handled by the MPD, spanning locations like the University District and Franklin to the Fort. The MPSO and MPD also dealt with several cases of disorderly conduct, theft, and advice-seeking calls across various locations. Notably, the Two Rivers area saw assist fire calls and a disturbance, illustrating diverse emergency responses.

Evening Assessments

In the evening, significant events included assaults and drug offenses, primarily focused in Westside. The MCSO managed a suspicious activity incident and welfare checks continuing the trend of widespread, varied police responses as the day closed. Disturbances and a notable incident involving a vehicle versus pedestrian or bike accident also characterized the evening activities in areas like Captain John Mullan and Westside.

Late Evening Wrap-Up

The day concluded with late evening occurrences including loud noise complaints, multiple reports of suspicious activities, and a repeat of welfare checks and the handling of a DUI case in Grant Creek. The persistent pattern of welfare checks throughout the day culminates in a continuous demand for community care and safety monitoring.