Law Enforcement Report April 9 - 12

For the week of April 9 through 14, there were 12 motor vehicle stops, two reports of loose livestock, one report of an inspection request on a boat, one report of loose dogs and one report of a motor vehicle accident involving a deer.

Tuesday, April 9

1143 – Reporting party called to report a car door in the middle of the road. A deputy advised he patrolled and was unable to locate the car door.

Wednesday, April 10

1226 – Caller reported a hit and run. Someone hit her parked vehicle. There are no injuries. Ten minutes later, officer advised the reporting party didn’t know what time this occurred last night but the suspect vehicle will have damage to the front passenger side and mirror.

1842 – Caller reported her little ones told her that someone was “freaking out” in the backyard while they were riding their bikes. She stated she can see the person walking around but is not hearing anything coming from the yard. She stated this has been going on for about 20 minutes at the time of the call.

1739 – Caller reported the American flag and POW/MIA flags fell down and were brought in. She stated the rope and metal piece on it is an electrical wire. She is waiting outside until someone gets there. Northwestern Energy was contacted who will get someone out.

1852 – Caller reported a fire alarm and provided the number of the individual who was responding. The individual was contacted and she is going there to check the building. It was advised the system was being tested today but it will not go back to the regular mode. At 1901, the reporting party called back and stated they spoke with the keyholder who stated the same thing in regards to testing the alarm system.

Thursday, April 11

1215 – Reporting party called stating she was just rear ended. She is not injured but the other driver took off. A plate number was provided of the other driver and there is a witness to the accident. An officer advised there is no damage to the vehicle but will look for the other vehicle involved.

Friday, April 12

0918 – Reporting party called stating he has found a Suburban on their land. A description of where the vehicle was located was provided and the reporting party stated he can meet the officer to lead them to the vehicle. At 1154, deputy stated he has advised the reporting party on what he can do about the vehicle. Deputy also believes this is the vehicle that was involved in the pursuit.

1253 – Clinic called to report a dog bite. The victim was seen yesterday in the clinic but it was not called in then. The victim did not want to report this. He stated the dog is up to date on its shots and it was a family friend’s dog. Deputy was contacted, who was going to call the Health Department to see what they want to do about the situation since the victim doesn’t want to give out the name of the owner.

1537 – A restaurant called stating they just had a male leave without paying for his meal and two beers. A description of the vehicle was provided. At 1609, deputy advised he patrolled for the vehicle from Frazer to Glasgow and was unable to locate.

2300 – Reporting party stated her and her husband were laying in bed when they heard two gunshots and thought the muzzle flash lit up their bedroom. Another caller on the south side also heard the shots. Per officer, it might have been fireworks as she just saw someone lighting fireworks. At 2344, dispatch reported receiving numerous calls about more shots as officer was out with suspects. A citation was given for disorderly.

Saturday, April 13

0620 – Reporting party stated a tree is down across the road. Dispatch called and left a message with the County Road Department.

1438 – Caller wanted to know if there was a controlled burn north of Hinsdale because they can see what looks to be possible smoke in that area but was not exactly sure. Hinsdale Fire Chief was contacted and it was determined the fire is way out by Malta. Deputy and reporting party were updated with the information.

1643 – BNSF police advised they received a report of a trespasser in Nashua near the railroad tracks. He stated the person is not on the tracks but near them. A description of the trespasser was provided. Deputy was not able to locate.

Sunday, April 14

0114 – Caller reporting her grandmother called and said she had smoke in the house but now it is clear. She would like someone to come check it out. LRFD fire chief said to call MDU and have the home owner turn the propane off. At 0429, per fire command, everywhere was checked in the house with thermal imaging. It was possible it was came from the refridgerator.

0143 – Reporting party stated a male is creeping around there. He may have gotten into a storage area and come out low crawling. When her husband yelled at him, he came up, stuck his face to the window and was banging on it. A description of the male was provided. At 0221, officer advised they will go talk to the reporting party to let them know everything is safe.

0453 – Caller reporting her husband was out fishing on the Milk River somewhere outside of Malta. He texted her that he was lost and then that he got pulled over about 20 minutes later. A description of the vehicle was provided. She has called all of the surrounding counties and MHP, but no one has had contact with him. Her first call to Valley County dispatch was at 0326, and she said it has been a while since the texts.