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Rental House Scams In Bozeman

Colleen O'Quinn — Tue, 07 May 2013 23:22:41 +0000

Recently, the Bozeman Police Department has received complaints from community members who have discovered this scam. Fortunately, they discovered it was a scam before sending any money to the “landlord”. Generally posted on Craigslist, a “landlord” will list a home or apartment at an unbelievably great price. They’ll feature photos of an adorable place with [...]

Name Released Of Woman Who Led Bozeman Police On High-Speed Chase (VIDEO)

Erin Phillips — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 15:29:05 +0000

Yesterday afternoon (April 24th) a woman led the Police on a high-speed car chase from a Bank, through Four Corners, Into the Gallatin Canyon and then back to Four Corners before she was finally stopped by crashing into the ditch after running over stop sticks laid in the road at the intersection of Gooch Hill and Huffine Lane.

Distracted Driving Kills [Video]

Colleen O'Quinn — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 14:06:47 +0000

I see people on their phones…eating lunch…even reading…all while they are supposed to be driving. April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. It’s the perfect time to remind everyone to keep your hands on the wheel, eyes on the road, and mind on driving. Bozeman Police say we have been lucky recently in Bozeman that [...]

Bozeman's Hands Free Cell Phone Ordinance – Are You Doing it Wrong?

Cole — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 18:37:47 +0000

Bozeman went hands free on January 17th of 2012 meaning that you could be stuck with a $100 fine if you don’t comply. But what deems a device hands free? Bozeman Police updated their Facebook page with further clarification of the law stating, Bozeman’s Hands Free Cell Phone Ordinance clarification: Using the speaker phone on [...]

Bozeman Police On Your Children's Safety – What To Watch Out For [Podcast]

Colleen O'Quinn — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 17:12:49 +0000

Big thank you to Captain Mark Johnson with the Bozeman Police Department! He was in the XL Studio this morning to talk about the man in the black truck, who’s been trying to get kids to get in his car. Click here for the story. This interview could save your child’s life. He also talks [...]

Bozeman Police Asking For Your Help

Colleen O'Quinn — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:19:33 +0000

From Bozeman Police: Since last fall, similar graffiti like in this photo has been found all over our community. Graffiti is very expensive to remove from brick or concrete walls and in many cases, depending on the age of the wall, can never be fully removed. The more graffiti in a neighborhood, the louder the [...]

Suspicious Person Near Hyalite Elementary School

Colleen O'Quinn — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 23:37:03 +0000

Bozeman Police are investigating a report that on Tuesday February 5, 2013 a female first grade Hyalite Elementary student was contacted by a male in a pickup truck near the intersection of West Babcock and Yellowstone Avenue while walking home from school. As the female walked by, the male reportedly opened the passenger-side door of [...]

Extra Patrols This Holiday Season

Colleen O'Quinn — Sat, 15 Dec 2012 13:00:12 +0000

From Bozeman Police: As Montanans celebrate this festive season with holiday parties and end-of-year celebrations, the Bozeman Police Department is increasing patrols through January 1, 2013 to deter impaired, unsafe driving and keep our community safe on Montana roads. “We’ll be concentrating on keeping impaired drivers off the road, deterring speeding and encouraging the proper [...]

Bozeman Police & School Joint Response To Shooting

Colleen O'Quinn — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 20:31:20 +0000

FROM BOZEMAN POLICE: Along with the nation, the Bozeman Public School District and the Bozeman Police Department are closely watching the school shooting tragedy unfold today at an elementary school in Connecticut. In the process, we are receiving questions and concerns from parents regarding the safety measures in our schools. As our two organizations work [...]

Robbery and Chase End In Arrest – Suspect's Name Released

Colleen O'Quinn — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 22:36:48 +0000

32 year old Beronica Salas of Belgrade, has been arrested and charged with felony burglary. The arrest was a result of a multi-agency response that started with a call from someone who saw suspicious activity at a home in the 2200 block of West Main, at the Wagon Wheel Trailer Court last night. The citizen [...]

Bozeman Police Remind You To Stay Safe – No Handheld Phones While Driving [Poll]

Colleen O'Quinn — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 19:41:31 +0000

I know a lot of people get fired up about this, but it’s a law, and could cost you $100 if you get caught. From Bozeman Police: The Bozeman Police Department encourages drivers to not use their handheld cell phones while driving this holiday season. With the increase of holiday shoppers and the sometimes icy [...]

Bozeman Police Need Your Help To Find Stolen Pickup

Colleen O'Quinn — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 13:42:28 +0000

Bozeman Police want you to be on the lookout for a stolen pickup. A black 2011 Chevrolet pickup with MT license plate 6-21956A was stolen from the 1400 block of Golden Avenue last night just before midnight. If you have any information, please call Police at 406-582-2002.

Bozeman Man Arrested For 4th DUI

Colleen O'Quinn — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 18:19:36 +0000

At about 1:30 this morning, 33 year old David Wood of Bozeman was arrested for 4th offense DUI after leading officers on a short vehicle and foot pursuit in the downtown area. Wood was eventually found hiding in the bushes outside of a lawyer’s office. Several other charges will be requested through the county attorney`s [...]

Police Arrest Man Who Walked Away From Re-Entry Program

Colleen O'Quinn — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 16:47:33 +0000

The Bozeman Police Department says that Floyd Elquist was arrested in Three Forks last night without incident. Elquist failed to return to the Gallatin County re-entry program after a job search at around noon Monday, Nov. 26.

Bozeman Police Investigating A Shooting – UPDATE – Names Released

Colleen O'Quinn — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 16:00:24 +0000

UPDATE (Nov. 20) 9:00am On November 19, 2012, the Gallatin County Coroner responded to Warble Lane in Bozeman to a report of an apparent murder/suicide. The two individuals were identified as 31 year-old Uriah Storm Kimble and 33 year-old Alicia Nicole Smith. UPDATE (Nov. 19) 3:40pm This is the latest from Bozeman Police: The Bozeman [...]

Drug Trends In Our Community Part 2 – What Parents And Kids Need To Know

Colleen O'Quinn — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 16:41:52 +0000

The Bozeman Police Department will host a follow-up discussion to its October 26 presentation on drug trends in our community. Lieutenant Jake Wagner with the Missouri River Drug Task Force will address specifics trends and questions about marijuana, alcohol and prescription drug abuse. Kids who are middle school age and above are encouraged to attend. [...]

Bozeman Police Looking For This Man

Colleen O'Quinn — Sat, 10 Nov 2012 20:49:51 +0000

Do you know this man? The suspect in this picture stole a jacket from the Baxter Hotel with the victim’s wallet, ID, and credit cards. The suspect proceeded to rack up a bunch of charges at Murdoch’s and Wal Mart. There’s no video of a vehicle,he last seen walking toward Comfort Inn. If you have [...]

Lost Dog – Found By Bozeman Police

Colleen O'Quinn — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 14:40:28 +0000

Found dog! This friendly pooch showed up near the Bozeman Police downtown office this morning and does not have a ID tag. Recognize him? If so, please call 406-582-2245

Attempted Abduction – Bozeman Police Looking For Suspect

Colleen O'Quinn — Sun, 28 Oct 2012 00:28:02 +0000

Yesterday, around 8:25 p.m., a 25 year old woman called police to report that while walking on the 200 block of Hunter’s Way, a car pulled up next to her and a man got out and walked towards her. The man grabbed the woman, a short struggle ensued and she was able to run away [...]

Early Morning Shooting Near Logan – Trespasser Shot

Colleen O'Quinn — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 19:15:50 +0000

This morning (Fri. Oct. 26), at approximately 5:00 a.m., the Gallatin County 911 Center received a call from the Trailways Bus Company. They reported that a male had become disorderly on the bus and they had dropped the male off near Mile-Post Marker 282 on I-90. At approximately 5:22 a.m., the 911 Center received a [...]