Law Enforcement Report

For the week of Sept. 18 to 23, there were nine reports of loose livestock, 11 reports of motor vehicle stops and one report of a loose dog.

For the week of Sept. 25 through 30 there were 12 motor vehicle stops, three reports of loose livestock, one VIN inspection request, two reports of missing dogs and one report of a loose dog.

Monday, Sept. 18

0659 – Reporting party stated there is a deer that has been hit and is in the ditch rolling around like it was just hit. A location of the deer was provided.

0729 – Reporting party stated she went around a vehicle and the driver appeared to be arguing with someone but there was no one else in the vehicle. As she drove by, he held his hands up to her in a manner the caller described as a fight stance. She also stated that a red truck passed the vehicle in a no passing zone to get around it. At 0744, deputy stopped a darker vehicle with a sole occupant. The deputy issued four written warnings and will get in contact with the reporting party to double check the vehicle he has is the same one.

Tuesday, Sept. 19

0906 – Reporting party called in about a couple of dogs she states are very thin and doesn’t appear they have been taken care of. She provided a description of the dogs but currently only has one in possession as the other ran off. She would like an officer to come by and take the dog.

0932 – Reporting party called stating her neighbor’s house has been vacant for sometime now. This morning she can see a small motor bike in the backyard and the curtains are flying out the window, so the window must be broken out. Deputy was able to get a VIN off the motor bike and advised the house is secure.

1057 – A female turned in a check book wallet. Dispatch called the person from the identification and at 1157 the owner came to pick up his wallet.

1646 – Caller said a suburban is riding her bumper and then slowing down. She also said the vehicle is swerving back and forth, making her nervous.

1657 – A public assist call was reported on US 2. It was advised the person were test driving a vehicle.

Wednesday, Sept. 20

0803 – Caller reported he has a tool bar on the back of his truck and it caught a power line, bringing it down. He doesn’t know if the line is live or not. The appropriate parties were contacted.

1459 – LRFD FC called stating she just received a call from CMR. They have a fire and have their equipment. They don’t need any hlep right now but wanted everyone to be aware of the situation.

1457 – Reporting party called stating there is a pick up going south on MT Hwy 117, that is going all over the road. Dispatch asked him if he would be willing to sign a complaint. He stated no as the officer would be able to see how he is driving.

1533 – A hazard call was reported. Deputy advised he’s removing debris from the roadway.

Thursday, Sept. 21

0104 – Deputy advised he is removing a dead deer from MT 24 Highway and left it on the east side of the road.

0318 – Reporting party called and said a male was at his house acting crazy. He wants an officer notified as soon as possible. A minute later, the reporting party called back and said she thinks the male is overdosing and asked for an ambulance. Both times the reporting party called, they hung up immediately after giving their information. At 0354, deputy advised the male was awake and responsive. He got punched in the temple and would still like the ambulance to come and check him out. At 0423, deputy advised the male was checked out by the EMTs and was released to the residence.

0450 – A public assist call was recorded. It was advised it was just a railroad worker sitting in his rig.

1145 – Reporting party called stating there are some people outside his camper trailer. He can’t see them as he doesn’t have any windows, but stated they are yelling about something. Deputy arrived and looked for the camper trailer. The reporting party told him he heard two male voices and one female crying. They left before the deputy arrived, so deputy will patrol around. At 1217, it was reported the deputy patrolled the area and was unable to locate anyone.

1210 – Reporting party stated they have been getting strange phone calls lately. She said the first one was a couple of days ago where the male stated he was returning their call. She said to him she didn’t make any calls, she thought maybe she hit a wrong button on her new phone or something. But today she has had two of the same kind of calls. They haven’t asked for anything, no personal information was provided. They are just calling back and the reporting party has not called anyone at all. Dispatch informed the caller if they start asking for anything just hang up and do not give any personal information.

1434 – Caller reported someone is getting ready to be stuck in the underpass. A minute later an officer advised both sides of the underpass are clear.

1450 – Deputy advised a vehicle is off the road. They will be leaving shortly. Deputy also advised the registration of the vehicle is expired.

1521 – Caller reported she’s receiving threatening text messages. She believes the text messages are being sent by people known to her friend out of state. The messages state they’re coming to get her. An officer was notified and dispatch advised the officer will call back.

1530 – Reporting party stated there is a dead porcupine in the middle of the driving lane. MT DOT was contacted.

1807 – RCSO said they received a complaint about a car that left Wolf Point a few minutes ago and is headed west bound. The car is all over the road and almost hit a couple of vehicles. The vehicle is possibly headed to Frazer because the owner lives there.

Friday, Sept. 22

0002 – Caller reported some vandalism to her car while working. She is home now and has seen who she thinks may have done it drive by. It was determined the she didn’t realize the tire was flat until she was half way home.

1637 – Female caller reported a fire south east of Frazer, in the ditch. A male then got on the phone and provided a more accurate description. At 1651, it was reported the fire is contained to the ditch and is pretty much out, but the tanker is on the scene.

1927 – Deputy advised reporting party is going to check the place where he had camped for the lost bow.

Saturday, Sept. 23

0002 – Reporting party stated a power pole is on fire. There are no flames but is glowing and sparking. Northwestern Energy was notified. Per an officer, the top on the pole is smoldering and there is a piece on the ground. At 0115, it was reported utility is on scene and the fire is out.

0916 – Border Patrol agent called in a vehicle believed to have been involved in a accident. He stopped and tapped on the window but didn’t get an answer from anyone and it appears as if all the airbags were deployed. He believes it may have been a vehicle that hit a deer or animal. Plate number was provided and deputy spoke with the registered owner of the vehicle. He stated he spoke with Border Patrol yesterday and let them know he disabled the vehicle. The insurance company is aware and is attempting to get a tow for it.

1420 – Caller reported there is a deer scattered across the eastbound lane. She is wondering if something can be done because she is concerned of the damage if someone hits it with their car. A message for Glasgow DOT was provided.

1557 – Deputy advised the Valley County sign on the east end has been spray painted. He requested DOT be notified.

1638 – Caller asked if a motor vehicle accident was reported. He stated there is a pickup there that looked like it was in an accident. It was the same vehicle from call 0916.

Monday, Sept. 25

2058 – Reporting party called requesting an officer. She said a male is trying to break down his ex-wife’s door. She said he has been drinking but there are no weapons. Roosevelt 911 was called and patched them in. At 2053, reporting party called back and said response can cancel as they have left.

2227 – Caller said he was attacked by a dog in his backyard. His skin wasn’t broke. He said he chased the dog back to a residence where they belong. The reporting party stated he called Roosevelt 911 about this situation 10 minutes ago and was advised to call Valley County dispatch. Valley County deputy followed up and was unable to locate the dog’s owner.

2259 – Caller said it sounded like someone is on the south side of her house. She can’t see anything outside but stated it sounds like someone is pounding wood. It was determine that was a man working on his house to the south of the reporting party’s house. The reporting party was updated on the situation.

Tuesday, Sept. 26

1220 – Reporting party stated a woman turned a corner and was in his lane of traffic. She then pulled up to a house about a block north and parked in the street in a strange manner, angled toward the house. An officer was notified who drove the area and was not able to find anyone.

1434 – RCSO wanted to alert Valley County that there is something driving causing sparks and fires along the roadways. They are having a fire in Roosevelt County at the moment, but wanted Valley County to be notified in case it came west. They are warning counties on either side of Wolf Point due to the unknown direction of travel.

1453 – Reporting party called in that she heard a loud noise and looked outside to see her neighbors on the ground and trying to break up a couple of dogs owned by them. While on the phone, the reporting party asked and the couple next door denied being injured. Officer was paged and spoke to everyone at the location. Everything is under control.

2219 – Reporting party stated there’s a water break by Candy Cane Park, in the same place as the last time. A minute later a second caller reported the water break, stating it’s on Park Street.

2250 – A female reported that someone knocked at their door. The person left before they could answer it. She can see what looks like an officer’s car and thought he was maybe knocking. Dispatch notified her it’s about the water break. The officer wanted to advise the residence the water will be off until late tomorrow evening.