Blotter: Dog gets into chickens

Feb. 26

A white dog with spots jumped a fence and killed two chickens on Diane Road. A single vehicle rollover on Highway 40, no injuries were reported. In Martin City, a woman refused to leave a residence with a temporary restraining order. 

Feb. 27

A man with dementia was reported missing on Thirteenth Street, the issue was resolved. 

Feb. 28

A two-vehicle accident was reported on Eleventh Street, no injuries reported. 

Feb. 29

A runaway juvenile was reported from Sixth Street, possibly in the canyon area last seen in a black Raiders ball cap and black clothing, blonde hair and a red tattoo on forearm. A welfare check was made on Nucleus Avenue, the woman reported she was not actively suicidal.

Police announcement: 

Columbia Falls Police Department is investigating a series of thefts from motor vehicles in the early morning hours of March 2, 2024. To anyone living around Fifth Street West, Eighth Street West, Ninth Street West, and Tenth Street West, please check your home surveillance cameras for one or two subjects walking. We are looking for assistance to identify these individuals. As a reminder, please lock your vehicles and do not leave items of value in plain sight. If anyone is able to provide a video, please contact CFPD at (406) 892-3234. Be safe, and thank you for your assistance.