POLSON POLICE DEPARTMENT
December 28, 2023
Polson Police Pursuit
On January 9, 2024, at approximately 12:15AM, Polson Police Officers assisted the Montana
Highway Patrol with a vehicle theft investigation. While officers were attempting to conduct a
traffic stop on the suspect vehicle, near MT Highway 35 at the intersection of US Highway 93, a
pursuit ensued. Officers pursued the fleeing suspects through Polson, mostly on Highway 93.
During the pursuit, a Polson Patrol vehicle and Montana Highway Patrol vehicle sustained
disabling damage. Law enforcement officers received minor injuries and were checked out by
medical personnel.
The pursuit came to an end in the parking lot of the Polson Foursquare Church outside Polson
City limits. Three juvenile suspects were arrested and transported by the Flathead Tribal Police.
No suspects were injured during the incident. The suspects are being investigated for any
possible involvement in other crimes in the area so no further information will be released at this
time. Investigators continue to work with our local, state, and federal partners on any related
investigations.
“Thankfully, our valley law enforcement team was able to bring this reckless endangerment to an
end and prevent any loss of life and any further property damage. I want to thank all our local
law enforcement partners, first responders, and dispatch for standing the watch over our
community as most folks are sound asleep in their homes.” – Chief of Police George Simpson
