Billings
CRIME & SAFETY
Woman arrested after multiple stabbings downtown Billings Monday
Sgt. Peterson with the department says officers located the suspect on 4th Avenue North, just a few blocks away from where they had found the victim. Officers arrested 31-year-old Salina Twomoons and have now charged her with two counts of assault with a weapon and partner-family member assault.
Suspect charged, victim not yet identified in Bench Blvd stabbing Friday night
Billings Police Department (BPD) report responding to an active stabbing incident at a home residence on Bench Boulevard Friday, June 28. A suspect was arrested after officers were able to enter the barricaded home. The suspect was shot by a Yellowstone County Sheriff's Office (YCSO) deputy during entry, but it did not cause fatal injury.
Montana’s Most Dangerous Cities: The Top 6 Most Violent and Crime-Ridden Places in the State
Discover Montana’s Most Dangerous Cities in 2024. Montana’s Most Dangerous Places to Live According to Latest Crime Data. Montana is known as Big Sky Country and isn’t just famous for its stunning landscapes and outdoor adventures; it also has its share of dangerous cities. According to Southwest Journal‘s 2024 list of the most dangerous places in Montana based on the latest FBI crime data several cities with populations over 2,000 have high rates of violent and property crimes. While Billings and Missoula which are the state’s largest cities do have their problems crime is fairly spread out across Montana. Despite Montana not being one of the most dangerous states overall it’s clear that Montana’s cities need more police, better surveillance, and improved drug rehab programs to ensure safety. So, before making any big decisions about moving, it’s worth checking out this list to stay informed.
Billings shooting injures one person on Sunday; BPD arrests two suspects
BILLINGS, Mont. - One person was injured in a shooting in Billings on Sunday, and two suspects were charged following the events. Billings Police Department Officers responded to a call for an assault, which was later determined to be a shooting, early on Sunday, June 30, 2024, at 2207 Central Avenue in Billings.
Yellowstone Co. Sheriff's Office investigates stabbing homicide
BILLINGS, Mont. — The Billings Police Department is investigating the stabbing death of Patricia Mascarena, 55, of Billings. The manner of death of was determined to be a homicide. The first to arrive on scene was Yellowstone deputy Kevin Stahlberg and subsequently discharged his weapon, wounding the suspect. The...
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