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Bozeman Police Rescue A Critter From A Car In Downtown [VIDEO]

Michelle — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:27:21 +0000

My buddy Rio caught the Bozeman Police Department assisting in a "critter rescue" in downtown Bozeman. Not sure what the law enforcement code for varmint retrieval is, but the call ended well.

Be Aware Of Belgrade Police Phone Scam

Rich Ledoux — Fri, 17 May 2013 22:20:29 +0000

Belgrade police are warning people about a new phone scam in which the caller claims to be a representative of the Belgrade Police Department. Details here: The scam involves a caller claiming to be a representative of the Belgrade Police Department who is contacting citizens to solicit donations for the police department. The Belgrade Police [...]

Video Of That High Speed Chase Through Bozeman A Couple Weeks Ago [VIDEO]

Michelle — Tue, 14 May 2013 12:49:02 +0000

It was the talk of the town for a hot minute when it turned out to be a WOMAN driving the big white truck out of town (and then back in again). If you missed seeing any of the chase yourself, TJ Burke got some good video…

3 Missing Women Found in Cleveland After 10 Years in Captivity

Chris Chaberski — Tue, 07 May 2013 15:27:27 +0000

Amanda Berry, Gina DeJesus and Michelle Knight, all of whom disappeared between 2002 and 2004 in Cleveland, have been found alive, after being kidnapped imprisoned in a house on Cleveland’s West Side. The women are all alive and safe and in fair condition, according to Dr. Gerald Maloney, an emergency room doctor at MetroHealth Medical Center, where [...]

Montana Lottery Scam Alert

Rich Ledoux — Fri, 03 May 2013 18:41:03 +0000

The Consumer Protection Office of the Montana Department of Justice is reporting an increase in the number of complaints regarding a Lottery scam. Officials are asking you to report the scam if you have been victimized. Details here: Potential victims are reportedly receiving calls telling them that they have won a Mega Millions prize and [...]

How To Keep Our Kids Safe Online – Seminar This Tuesday 4/30

Michelle — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 01:57:33 +0000

The Bozeman Police Department will be holding a seminar this Tuesday evening on how to keep our kids safe in the Digital Age. It will be held at City Hall from 6pm to 8pm. Details from the BPD here:

Woman Assaults Boyfriend For Singing 'Thrift Shop' Over and Over

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 15:40:54 +0000

Macklemore & Ryan Lewis' smash hit 'Thrift Shop' in undoubtedly a very catchy song. But is the ode to finding bargain basement prices a good song?

Therein lays the problem for many folks, including Samanta Malson of Longmont, Colorado who now faces jail because 'Thrift Shop' really got under her skin.

Local Law Enforcement Looking For Your Help With Crime Spree

Colleen O'Quinn — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 22:52:20 +0000

This is A LOT of damage! Belgrade Police and the Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office are looking for information on this crime. On the evening hours of Monday April 1, 2013 and the early morning hours of April 2, over one hundred and ten vehicles in the River Rock, Frontage Road West and Belgrade areas were [...]

Things Not To Say To A Cop – Top 100 [VIDEO]

Michelle — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 13:03:10 +0000

As much fun as Bozeman has with the printed Police Reports in the paper, I've got to assume that more than a couple of these responses have been used when Bozeman's finest are just trying to do their jobs. Let's be honest: People in Bozeman do STUPID things and deserve a few days in the pokie.

Help Catch A Bike Thief!

Michelle — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 20:37:42 +0000

Be on the lookout for this cool red bike which was STOLEN from the back room at Wild Joe’s Coffee House in downtown Bozeman. It’s pretty distinct so hopefully someone will spot it. If you DO see it, please call Wild Joe’s Coffee House at 586-1212 and they’ll make sure their employee gets the tip. [...]

Student Shot at Atlanta Middle School

Chris Chaberski — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 21:00:53 +0000

A 14-year-old student at Price Middle School in Atlanta was shot in the head or neck on Thursday afternoon. The student was taken to the hospital; his condition has not been officially released, but reports say that he is alert, conscious and breathing.

Body Found In Beehive Basin – Authorities Release Name

Colleen O'Quinn — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 21:02:33 +0000

According to Madison County Sheriff David Schenk, the body found at Beehive Basin on Sunday, January 20 by snowshoers has been identified as 47 year old Chris Andrew Karantinos from Jefferson, South Dakota. Snowshoers found Karantinos’ body at approximately 9:00 am and reported the incident to law enforcement. Karantinos was found near a trail frequently [...]

Great Falls' Citizens Police Academy Begins March 6th

Michelle — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 20:51:13 +0000

Know folks in Great Falls who would like to learn more about what the police department does and how they can get more involved? The Citizens Academy will be right up their alley. Details here: Participation requires a commitment of one Wednesday evening per week to include graduation, plus one Saturday afternoon, for a total of [...]

Burglary Arrest Made In Bozeman 12/13/12

Michelle — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 22:36:11 +0000

Stemming from a phone call tip from an alert citizen reporting suspicious activity in the 2200 block of West Main, a felony burglary arrest has been made. The full Bozeman Police Department press release here: Beronica Salas, 32 YOA, of Belgrade, was arrested on December 13, 2012 and charged with felony burglary. The arrest was [...]

Bozeman High School No Longer On Lockdown

Michelle — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 19:20:55 +0000

Bozeman High School was on lock down for a period of time late this morning. IT IS NO LONGER ON LOCK DOWN. According to Police, there was a suspicious person on the streets on Main Street by the school. A man with a camo case (either gun or bow) was walking back and forth in [...]

Bozeman Sculpture Park Vandalized, Reward Offered For Information

Rich Ledoux — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 22:43:28 +0000

Last Saturday, the Bozeman Sculpture Park, located adjacent to the Bozeman Public Library, had three sculptures damaged and the park’s sign and self guided maps stolen. A reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of those held accountable. The collective damage done to the Bozeman Sculpture Park is estimated at $8,000 and [...]

3 Moose Shot And Left To Waste In Antelope Basin Area, Reward Offered For Information

Rich Ledoux — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 19:28:14 +0000

Three moose were shot and killed while feeding in a group of aspens in the Antelope Basin area near West Yellowstone earlier this week. Game Warden Jim Smolcynski referred to the case as “poaching at its worst”. Any information leading to the arrest and/or conviction of those involved are eligible for a reward: According to [...]

Sexual And Violent Offenders In Bozeman October 2012

Michelle — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 14:27:20 +0000

Periodically I like to share with you the Department of Justice's registry of violent and sexual offenders. It's a super helpful tool to keep yourself informed with Google Maps and the ability to look up offenders by county, city or zip.

DPA's Ethan Nadelmann Drug Policy Speech In Bozeman From 2009 [VIDEO]

Michelle — Thu, 27 Sep 2012 00:31:15 +0000

Marijuana policy in Montana is far from clear. It's still illegal under Federal law but our state voted to legalize it for medicinal purposes. The Drug Policy Alliance's Ethan Nadelmann is compelling in his history of drug policy in this video from Bozeman in 2009.

Bozeman Scam – The FBI And Bozeman Police Are Not Locking Up Your Computer

Michelle — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 12:39:30 +0000

Bozeman residents are again the target of an internet scam, aimed at scoring your money because “you’ve been locked out of your computer”. The emails look very official but don’t be fooled. Details from BPD here: Recently law enforcement nationwide has been responding to calls reporting victims having their computers “locked” by the FBI and/or [...]