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Emergency Incidents
Trespassing and shoplifting reported at Walmart
Theft Report
Memory Ln, Polson, MT 59860
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers reported a possible shoplifting and trespassing incident at a Walmart, where a woman reportedly ran away toward Murdoch after staff tried to detain her. A man who was with her was later identified and detained in the Walmart office. A knife was also reported on the street near a Ford pickup, possibly connected to the incident.
Elderly male near fainting with heart failure at residence
Medical Emergency
Ridge View Cir, Polson, MT 59860
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a home near Ridgeview Circle for a reported medical emergency involving an 86-year-old man with congestive heart failure who was very weak, had stumbled into a chair, and was on oxygen and near syncope.
Accident emergency reported at Eagle Drive
Medical Emergency
Eagle Dr, Polson, MT 59860
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a 911 hang-up from a location near Eagle Drive in Polson. A female caller reportedly said it was an accident emergency before disconnecting, and a callback attempt received no answer.
Boyfriend damages car and leaves it in roadside ditch
Domestic Dispute
Montana Hwy 35, Polson, MT 59860
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible domestic-related vehicle dispute near Montana Highway 35, where a caller said her boyfriend allegedly used her vehicle without permission, punched the windows, and put it in a ditch. The vehicle was reported to be out of gas with the rear end sticking into the roadway.
Vehicle driven into ditch and left blocking roadway
Stolen Vehicle
Montana Hwy 35, Polson, MT 59860
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible unauthorized use of a vehicle near Montana Highway 35. The caller said her boyfriend put her car into a ditch, left it out of gas with the rear end sticking into the roadway, and punched the windows, creating a traffic hazard. The caller reported being afraid to go out there because of his behavior.
Alarm at Walmart garden center door
Break-In
Memory Ln, Polson, MT 59860
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible burglary alarm at a Walmart garden center door in Polson after an alarm company reported an audible alarm at the entrance.
Person with bite mark at 5th Ave E & 6th St E checked by EMS
Medical Emergency
5th Ave E & 6th St E, Polson, MT 59860
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers requested EMS to check a person near Sixth Street and Fifth Avenue after an officer contact, because the person reportedly had a bite mark and was concerned about it.
Man assaulted in alley near 7th Street East
Assault Report
6th Ave E & 5th St E, Polson, MT 59860
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes a possible assault near 7th Street East and 5th Avenue East in Polson, where a man was reportedly hit and left on the ground in an alleyway. Ambulance 204 was sent to stage nearby, and later units reported two males detained in an alleyway between 5th and 6th Avenue East. A suspect was reported to possibly have a weapon, with only a hand in a pocket described.
Officer checks juvenile complaint on 2nd Street West
Other Incidents
2nd St W, Polson, MT 59860
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were asked to check a possible juvenile complaint at a location near 2nd Street West in Polson, where a vehicle could be seen. Records and name checks were also conducted related to the contact.
75-year-old man passed out multiple times at home
Medical Emergency
Hillcrest Dr, Polson, MT 59860
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a home near Hillcrest Drive in Polson for a 75-year-old man who had passed out several times. The caller reported he was conscious, breathing, and able to communicate when responders arrived.
Pickup hits deer on Highway 35 near Paradise Pines
Traffic
Montana Hwy 35, Polson, MT
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a vehicle versus deer crash on Highway 93/35 near Paradise Pines and Paradise Pines RV Park, with debris scattered across the roadway and a pickup truck reportedly leaking antifreeze after hitting the deer about a half mile from a nearby business.
Shoplifting suspect vehicle reported with weapons
Weapons
Memory Ln, Polson, MT 59860
As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies are attempting to locate a blue 2008 Hyundai Accent involved in a reported shoplifting incident at a Walmart. The vehicle is reportedly occupied by a man and a woman and may have a crossbow and possibly a rifle inside, so officers are advised to use caution.
Reckless SUV reported swerving on 7th Avenue
Traffic
7th Ave W, Polson, MT 59860
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were asked to locate a possible reckless driver in a tan or gray SUV with blacked-out rear windows, reportedly swerving and unable to maintain lane or speed while traveling from a fast food restaurant in Polson toward 7th Avenue and Back Road.
Intoxicated man wandering through neighborhood yards
Substance Use
3rd Ave W, Polson, MT 59860
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a highly intoxicated man walking through a neighborhood near Avenue West, entering yards, knocking on doors, and possibly looking for a relative. A black Dodge truck was reportedly driving erratically on the road, and the man was last seen walking toward a yellow apartment area.
18-year-old female with breathing difficulty and headache
Medical Emergency
N Finley Point Rd, Polson, MT 59860
As discussed during the dispatch call, ambulance crews were dispatched to a location on North Finley Point Road for a reported 18-year-old woman with worsening difficulty breathing, shaking, rapid heartbeat, and headache.
Boyfriend injures woman by throwing phone at her head
Domestic Dispute
Whitetail St, Polson, MT 59860
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received a report of a possible domestic assault near White Tail Street in Polson, where a caller said a boyfriend threw a phone at a woman, causing bleeding from her head. Law enforcement responded and ambulances were asked to stage nearby while officers gathered more information. A black Audi reportedly left the area during the incident.
Caller reports being followed by suspect vehicle
Suspicious Activity
Heritage Ln, Polson, MT 59860
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report that a caller was being followed by a white pickup or SUV, later described as a 2017 Chevy Suburban. The vehicle was reportedly seen turning onto Highway 35 from Ridgewater Drive and then possibly heading toward Heritage Lane and the water area. Officers conducted a search based on the caller’s directions.
Attempted car break-in near 11th Avenue East
Break-In
11th Ave E, Polson, MT 59860
As discussed during the dispatch call, report of kids attempting to break into a vehicle near 11th Avenue East. The car alarm sounded, and one suspect was described as wearing a tan hoodie and last seen heading east on 11th Avenue. (name withheld) did not have additional description info.
Driver requests extrication after crash in Polson
Traffic
Polson, MT 59860
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes a vehicle crash near Polson, Montana, where a driver requested extrication and a wrecker was on scene. Debris or material was reported all over the roadway, and DOT was asked to respond to help clear it.
Vehicle occupants reportedly shooting BB gun from car window
Weapons
Memory Ln, Polson, MT 59860
As discussed during the dispatch call, attempt to locate a reckless driver reported on US Highway 93 just past Walmart. A light gray Ford Taurus with a white male driver and a female passenger was reported shooting a BB gun out of the window while traveling northbound; possible window damage was mentioned but is unclear from the radio traffic.
