Missoula County Sheriff's Office

06/10/2026

June is Pet Preparedness month, but in Montana our pets and farm/ranch animals come in different sizes and numbers. Having an emergency plan for livestock takes considerably more planning. To learn more and get started, visit https://www.aphis.usda.gov/animal-emergencies/protecting-livestock-during-disaster

06/09/2026

Anyone who observed suspicious activity in the area or who has surveillance footage that may assist investigators is encouraged to contact Detective Smith at (406) 552-6335 or by email at [email protected].

The Missoula Police Department is investigating two random assaults and two vehicle break-ins that occurred in the Franklin to the Fort neighborhood during the overnight hours of June 8-9, 2026. Detectives believe the incidents may be related.

The incidents occurred between approximately 11:15 p.m. and 1:15 a.m. Officers are asking residents and businesses in the Franklin to the Fort neighborhood to review any available surveillance footage recorded between 11:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m. for suspicious activity.

Detectives are attempting to identify a male who may be connected to these incidents. The individual is described as being approximately 6 feet tall, red hair, scraggly beard, wearing a green and black plaid jacket, possibly carrying a black backpack and may be in possession of a rifle, shotgun, or other long object. It is possible at this time, the suspect is no longer wearing the clothing from the assaults.

Residents are encouraged to check their yards and surrounding property for any objects that may have been used as a weapon. The suspect may have discarded the item in the area.
Anyone who observed suspicious activity in the area or who has surveillance footage that may assist investigators is encouraged to contact Detective Smith at (406) 552-6335 or by email at [email protected].

Residents are reminded to remain aware of their surroundings and report suspicious activity immediately. If you see an individual matching this description, do not approach them. Call 911 immediately and provide as much information as possible to dispatchers, including updated clothing description and direction of travel.

The investigation remains active, and additional information will be released as it becomes available.

06/04/2026

National S.A.F.E. Day~
𝐒ecure all fi****ms in the home (using a lockbox, gun safe, or trigger lock).
𝐀sk the question about unsecured fi****ms in the homes your child visits.
𝐅requently talk to your children about the dangers of fi****ms.
𝐄ducate and Empower others to be SAFE.

Brooklynn Mae Mohler lost her life, on this day in 2013, in a tragic and preventable shooting involving an unsecured firearm at a friend's home. Her legacy lives on through the Brooklynn Mae Mohler Foundation and National SAFE Day.

Take a moment to secure your fi****ms and share this message to help promote responsible storage and prevent future tragedies.

06/02/2026

Please help us 𝘾𝙊𝙉𝙂𝙍𝘼𝙏𝙐𝙇𝘼𝙏𝙀 Detective Deibert on his 𝙍𝙀𝙏𝙄𝙍𝙀𝙈𝙀𝙉𝙏!!

Sheriff Petersen, Undersheriff Meeder, and Detective Deibert started in the Patrol Division within a few months of each other. Together they have a grand total of 84 years of experience and service to Missoula County.

We wish you all the best in your Retirement, Detective Deibert, and 𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗞 𝗬𝗢𝗨 for your 28 years of dedicated service. You will be missed!

06/01/2026

The Missoula Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old Victoria Pfau, who was last seen at approximately 8:30 a.m. today from1100 block of Otis St.
If you have seen Victoria or have any information regarding her whereabouts, please contact the Missoula Police Department at (406) 552-6300 or call 911 if you know her current location.

***UPDATE***
Victoria has been located and is safe.

Thank you to everyone who shared the post and helped spread the word. Your assistance helps us quickly locate missing juveniles and reunite them with their families.
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The Missoula Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old Victoria Pfau, who was last seen at approximately 8:30 a.m. today from1100 block of Otis St.

If you have seen Victoria or have any information regarding her whereabouts, please contact the Missoula Police Department at (406) 552-6300 or call 911 if you know her current location.

Contact law enforcement directly so information can be followed up on promptly.

05/30/2026

Local educational opportunity!

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen is hosting an elder fraud and abuse awareness presentation in Missoula on Monday, June 1. The presentation will provide Montanans with the tools of how to spot a scam, learn the signs of elder exploitation, and be proactive in stopping elder abuse and exploitation in Montana. The event is open to the public. More information about the event is below.

05/29/2026

One more day of localized strong to severe thunderstorms across the Northern Rockies. Storms should initiate around 1-2pm and spread northward through the evening. Strong outflow winds, hail, and locally heavy rain are potential threats

05/28/2026

A huge shoutout and THANK YOU to WALMART for their support and appreciation of Law Enforcement!!!

We are super appreciative of all the goodies they dropped off today. Please help us thank them for their support and generosity!!!

05/27/2026

The individuals listed below failed to respond to a summons by District Court. 𝐏𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐚 𝐂𝐨𝐝𝐞 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝟑-𝟏𝟓-𝟓𝟎𝟏(𝟕), ..."the Clerk of Court has certified to the Sheriff, who shall make reasonable efforts to require the person to appear on the date required by the summons."

If your name is listed below, please contact 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐭 (406-258-4780; https://tinyurl.com/4cckucxx) immediately.

𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐂𝐓 𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐓 - 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞: 06/15/2026
ABBOT, EMILY
ALVERNAZ, ANTONIO
BARILLA, JEFFREY J
BELLAIRE, BRADLEY R
BLAZEK, BRIAN J
BURKE, THOMAS J
CLARK, HANNAH G
COLLINS, JEANETTE A
CRAVY, CAZDEN J
DIMMITT, CONNOR M
DUMS, CHRISPAUL B
ENGELS, MICHAEL J
FRIED, NOAH C
FULTON, JOHN F
GONZALES, WANDA M
HANSEN, EWVAN B
HIZONGENETA, CODY J
HOWICZ, CATHERINE I
JOHNSON, MADISON M
JOHNSON, ROSS E
JONES, GABE L
KADLEC, CONNOR A
KILMAN, NOAH E
LAWLESS, JACK C
LUNDBERG, HOLLY G
MACALISTER, WILLIAM H
MARRON, KEVIN J
MAYNOARD, ANIKA J
MOATAMEDI, QUEMARR
MYERS, SUSAN R
PERKINS, THOMAS O
RAMER, JUDY A
RIES, VIOLET M
ROWLAND, RACHEL A
SCHAEDEL, MICHAEL
SCHEE, JOHN G
STALKFLEET, KELLY R
STEVENSON, JESSICA M
TAYLOR, JESSICA L
WOOD, PENNY K

𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐚 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐟𝐟'𝐬 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐦𝐚𝐲 𝐛𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐢𝐧 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞. 𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐞, 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐍𝐎𝐓 𝐚𝐬𝐤 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐨𝐫 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐍 𝐓𝐎 𝐀𝐑𝐑𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐓 𝐘𝐎𝐔. 𝐈𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐚 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐫 𝐛𝐨𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬, 𝐢𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐒𝐂𝐀𝐌!!

05/25/2026

Memorial Day commemorates those who died while in the military service. A day when we are reminded of the great sacrifices that the men and women of the Armed Services make to defend our way of life.

Remembering and honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.