Law Enforcement Report

For the week of April 1 through 6, there were 12 motor vehicle stops, one report of a missing dog and two reports of barking dogs.

Monday, April 1

1508 – Caller reported that one of her neighbors is smoking marijuana and now the entire building reeks of it. She was advised an officer will call her back.

1540 – MDOT reported to MHP that there is a John Deere Drill that is blocking a historical marker. John Deere was contacted who stated the piece of equipment was sold. It was determined the equipment has been there for about a week. A deputy will go and see if there is identifying plates to attempt to contact the owner.

1552 – Reporting party said a neighbor told her they found a broken window on her house. The window was found at around 11 a.m. and the reporting party hasn’t entered the residence. She believed someone burglarized it.

1821 – Deputy reported a vehicle with 15-county plates, doing 85-90 through Nashua. Direction of travel was provided as was further descriptions of driving behavior. Roosevelt 911 was contacted and Highway Patrol was able to head to the area. At 1932, deputy advised he spoke with highway patrolman. The deputy will search for the vehicle in the area.

2048 – Caller reported that someone fell. He was then told that the subject wasn’t injured and they don’t want an ambulance. Dispatch advised to call back if something changes.

Tuesday, April 2

0210 – An officer is out with a suspicious pickup.

0245 – Reporting party called and requested an officer to respond for a pickup that left its lights on in their parking lot. She doesn’t know what kind of pickup it is and she couldn’t provide a plate number.

0812 – Reporting party called and stated there is an abandoned truck parked in a weird place between MM31 and 32. He spoke to the occupants yesterday and they said they were out hunting gophers. This was around 1730 and they headed down the road toward a residence. The reporting party said he spoke with the property owner and he stated the truck pulled into his yard, backed up and left. The reporting party thinks the occupants of the vehicle may have been drinking. There is currently no one around the vehicle now. Deputy was contacted who contacted the owner of the truck. The owner stated it is not driveable at this time. He will be out later to get it moved.

1441 – Reporting party called stating there has just been a minor accident. There are no injuries.

1539 – Caller reported his wife took his caravan. He said the vehicle is in his name and provided a description of the vehicle. He wants someone to get the keys so she can’t drive it. The phone number for Roosevelt 911 was provided to the caller and a Valley County deputy was also advised.

1714 – Caller reported there’s a man knocking on various doors in the neighborhood and it appears he’s checking vehicles. A description of the male was provided.

1721 – Caller stated a customer reported smoke about ¼ mile to ½ mile south of the Hospital. They wanted to know if it was a controlled burn. There is a controlled burn in the area however the caller stated they didn’t believe it would be it. LRFD chief was notified who stated it would be the controlled burn.

1750 – A card was started at an officer’s request. There is a car parked in the city park. Officer will try and reach out to the registered owner. If no contact, the vehicle will get towed.

2004 – Deputy advised he will be checking on a vehicle that has its emergency lights on. It was determined the subjects have a flat tire and the deputy helped them change it.

Wednesday, April 3

0014 – Deputy advised there is a dead deer laying in the eastbound lane at about MM 560 on US Highway 2. The deer was moved off the road.

1251 – MHP dispatch called stating they just got a call from MTDOT about a vehicle parked on the right of way. Her trooper is over an hour away. At 1305, registered owner was contacted, who stated her granddaughter was driving the truck when the wheel fell off. The truck can not be moved due to muddy conditions. A deputy was contacted who stated the registered owner called the property owners and they are fine with the truck being left there for a couple days.

1603 – Reporting party with a business called stating she has gotten three phone calls from a male subject who tells her he is the chief of police for the City of Glasgow. The number that comes up is the number for the GPD office. He tells her he is in trouble with Homeland Security and needs help. She told him he sounds different then when she just talked to him earlier and she knows this is a scam. The reporting party did call up to the GPD office when the other calls came in to ensure it wasn’t them. They advised to call dispatch and make a record of it since it seems he is going to keep calling. She has not provided any personal information, besides her name, which is given when she answers the phone.

1719 – Caller reported a semi vs vehicle accident. She stated that it appears the vehicle tried to pull in front of the semi when it was turning. She doesn’t know if anyone is hurt but doesn’t think so. Officers responded.

1813 - Received a call from a male who stated he just got a weird call from a male with a Jamaican accent asking him to pick up his uncle. The reporting party went to the residence and honked but no one came out of the residence. The male told the caller that, who then said to go up to the door and knock, which the male did but the screen door is locked and no one answered. The caller then requested the male to keep going by and checking to pick up the uncle. An officer was notified and was advised the uncle has as a history of participating in scams. When putting the information in the report, officer called and stated he thinks the male in question has passed away. It was confirmed the male had passed. Officer was going to notify the Transit driver and stated if any more calls are received to let dispatch know.

1840 – Reporting party advised his wife hurt her shoulder again so he is bringing her to the hospital. He stated that the ER already knows and has everything ready for their arrival. He is going to be traveling into town at around 80 mph and provided the description of the vehicle. Dispatch asked caller to turn his flashers on which he did not think was necessary. Deputies were notified.

2314 – Reporting party called and reported a disturbance. He doesn’t know who the individuals were but they left and their vehicle is gone. There was a lot of noise and raised voices in the background. The reporting party was very distracted. He stated heh would like an officer to patrol the area. At 2322, officer advised he spoke with the people there and they said the two people left in a car.

Thursday, April 4

1413 – Reporting party called stating someone stole his social security card. He has three people who he thinks could have taken it. He wants an officer to come out and talk to him about it. Deputy arrived who clarified it’s a social security debit card. The male will call SSA and see if any money was taken off.

1800 – Caller reported that some kids are riding Quads up and down. The driver appears to be 10-12 years old and is not wearing a helmet. The passenger appears to be three to four years old and is wearing a helmet. She doesn’t know who the kids are.

2056 – Helena Highway Patrol is on a traffic stop, possible DUI. She said there are multiple people int eh vehicle so they’d like an officer to assist. At 2134, per deputy, MHP has one in custody.

2326 – Caller reported a woman dragging a suitcase and screaming, making all of the dogs bark. She was trying doors. A deputy patrolled through the area and was unable to locate the female.

Friday, April 5

1756 – An officer reported removing tumbleweed from the road after a hazard was called in.

1858 – Reporting party called and said a female came into the store, started screaming at her. The female has been trespassed from the store along with a second female. The tribal officer stated to call dispatch if either of them came into the store again. A deputy was notified who called back and said the tribal officer is going to handle the call.

2243 – Caller reported suspicious activity at his neighbor’s house. He stated the house has been empty for about six months. Two people have been walking in and out of the house tonight. Deputy arrived who didn’t see anyone. A few minutes later deputy reported being out with two people matching the description but it wasn’t they people they were looking for.

Saturday, April 6

0442 – Reporting party stated her son, wife and kids were evicted from their place in Wolf Point and they have been staying with the caller for awhile now. All they do is fight and she would like them removed. Deputy arrived who stated nothing physical occurred, just verbal. The male did leave the residence but deputy was not able to locate. Tribal also responded to the situation and let the reporting party know to call if he comes back.

1903 – A woman, who wishes to remain anonymous, reported that a man has his semi parked. The reporting party stated he has been told that he cannot park there anymore.

2334 – The same reporting party from 0442 is reporting a disturbance again with her son. RCSO was notified for tribal and a deputy arrived. The argument was all verbal. Tribal gave one of the parties a ride to Wolf Point.