GREAT FALLS, Mont. (NMB) – The Great Falls Police Department says a shooting early Tuesday led to a suspect and an officer being injured.
According to a press release, authorities were dispatched to a disturbance at about 3:49 AM on the 400 block of 8th Avenue South. They say the ensuing investigation resulted in “an officer involved shooting involving a Great Falls Police Officer.
As of Tuesday afternoon, the suspect continues to be treated at a local hospital. The officer involved was treated for injuries at an emergency room and was released.
On Tuesday morning, officers said they were looking for another party who was involved. By the afternoon, they say the party was identified and is in custody.
The Montana Department of Justice’s Division of Criminal Investigation will be handling the shooting investigation.
No other details have been released.
Police do not believe there is a threat to the community.
