In the morning hours of Tuesday, February 24, 2026, the Gallatin County Coroner’s Office along with Bozeman Police Department investigated the death of an individual found deceased in the area near Baxter Lane and Sacco Drive in Bozeman. The decedent was identified as 56-year-old Augusta Old Crow who resided in Bozeman. The cause and manner…

In the morning hours of Thursday, February 26, 2026, the Gallatin County Coroner’s Office along with Bozeman Police Department investigated a fatal motor vehicle crash involving a vehicle versus pedestrian at the intersection of West Oak St. and Agate Ave. The pedestrian was transported to Bozeman Health Deaconess Regional Medical Center where she was pronounced deceased. The deceased pedestrian was identified as 39-year-old Leslie Brown of Bozeman. Sheriff Springer wishes to express our deepest condolences…

   Fort Ellis Volunteer Fire Department Contact: Buck Taylor, 406-539-9358 The weekend was a busy one for Fort Ellis Fire/Rescue volunteers east of Bozeman. On Saturday, February 7th around 3:30 pm, Fort Ellis was called for a fast-moving wildland fire threatening structures north of Interstate 90 at the Jackson Creek exit at Laurel Ranch Road. …

In the morning hours of Saturday, January 31, 2026, the Gallatin County Coroner’s Office along with Montana Highway Patrol and the Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office investigated a fatal motor vehicle accident involving three motor vehicles at the intersection of East Valley Center Rd and Harper Puckett Rd in Bozeman. A vehicle traveling southbound on Harper…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 30, 2026 Statement Regarding Rumors of ICE Activity in Gallatin County The Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office is aware of numerous community organizations perpetuating unsubstantiated reports that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is active or will be active in our community and schools. To date, there is no credible information to suggest…

Above the Noise I want to speak directly to the citizens of Gallatin County. We are witnessing a dangerous trend in public activity. Yesterday, a Sheriff’s Office Captain pulled over a vehicle in his issued, unmarked, police vehicle. He wore his issued Sheriff’s Office vest with clear and unobstructed markings that said SHERIFF. He pulled…

As the Sheriff of Gallatin County, I wanted to put out a message regarding the Coroner’s Inquest that concluded yesterday. I first want to recognize those Deputies and Officers directly involved with the incident. It has been a long 14 months for you and your families to hear the words “justified” and “not criminal”. I…

At approximately 6:18am, near Mile Marker 63 Hwy 191, the Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office assisted the Montana Highway Patrol in locating a subject who had been arrested but fled on foot. A GCSO K9 unit and drones were used in an attempt to track and locate the subject. The subject was wanted for a non-violent…

In 2027 Gallatin County will become the ninth Montana County to appoint an Election Administrator whose duties are exclusively focused on conducting elections. On Tuesday, December 9, the Gallatin County Commission unanimously passed a resolution to appoint an Election Administrator and establish a dedicated election department. This change will take effect following the end of…

For Immediate Release: December 1, 2025 The Gallatin City-County Health Department (GCCHD) is advising the public of several potential exposure sites in Gallatin County from a recently confirmed measles case. A list of potential exposure sites – and recommendations for those exposed – is available on the GCCHD website and will be updated as new…