MT Crimestoppers

03/11/2026

If you receive a text message that resembles the text below it is a SCAM! 𝐃𝐎 𝐍𝐎𝐓 𝐂𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐊 𝐎𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐊 𝐎𝐑 𝐇𝐈𝐓 "𝐘" 𝐓𝐎 𝐑𝐄𝐏𝐋𝐘!!

This is an ‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‎automated alert from the Montana
Department of Motor ‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‎Vehicles.
Enforcement for unre‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‎solved violations will begin on March 8.
Our system‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‎ has identified an outstanding traffic fine linked to your records.
Under Montana
Admin‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‎istrative Code 16C-16.003, failure to resolve this penalty by March 7, 2026 may lead to:
- Registrat‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‎ion suspension starting March 8
- 30-day driver’s license restriction
- Additional administrative fees up to 35%
- Negative impact on your official driving record
- Pote‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‎ntial civil action and credit implications
Please settle this obligation immediately via the secure portal:
https://mvdmt.com-kjhr.top/gov
Failure to resp‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‎ond will result in automatic license suspension.
Reply Y to confirm receipt.

03/11/2026

02/16/2026

Today, the Missoula Drug Task Force cleaned up the streets by arresting three individuals tied to a larger, ongoing drug trafficking investigation.

Just a little information for our community, in case you saw us in action today.

As this investigation is still underway, no further details are available at this time.

02/15/2026

02/15/2026

The Montana Department of Labor & Industry is warning residents and businesses about a phishing scam in which fraudsters impersonate officials through deceptive emails, often appearing to come from a fictitious “Bridget Hawkins” or similar names, reference “code enforcement notices,” request confirmation of received documents, or urge recipients to sign and return attachments.

This follows a common pattern of government impersonation phishing attempts seen nationwide. Recipients should:
- Not reply, click links, or open attachments.
- Delete the message immediately.
- Verify any alleged DLI Building Codes Program communication directly by calling (406) 841-2056 or visiting dli.mt.gov.
- Report suspicious emails to the Office of Consumer Protection at (406) 444-4500, toll-free (800) 481-6896, or online at dojmt.gov/office-of-consumer-protection.

02/08/2026

02/06/2026

01/31/2026

Our Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (ICAC) was hard at work last year. Investigators received thousands of cyber tips and opened hundreds of investigations. The Task Force operates under the Crime Information Bureau of our Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) and investigates internet crimes against children to help bring criminals who sexually exploit children online to justice. DCI and ICAC also work to educate Montana's youth to prevent victimization and save lives.

Learn more about the Crime Information Bureau here: https://dojmt.gov/dci-home/crime-information-bureau/

01/29/2026

Last October, Trooper Brett Westford was patrolling in Blaine County when he arrived on the aftermath of a serious two vehicle crash. He requested additional resources and checked on two females located in one vehicle who were disabled in the middle of the roadway.
The second vehicle was located off the highway, where a woman was standing over a lifeless small child. Trooper Westford was unable to find a pulse, so he repositioned the child’s airway, and the child began breathing again. He stayed with the child to monitor the airway until EMS arrived on scene while also comforting the distraught mother.
Thanks to Trooper Westford's quick actions and life saving measures, the child survived the injuries he sustained during the crash.
Yesterday, Trooper Westford met with the child's mother, who presented him with a star quilt in gratitude for his professionalism and heroic efforts. Trooper Westford joined MHP in 2024 and is stationed in Malta.
We are grateful to have such amazing troopers working for our agency.