Teens arrested after pursuit through Polson

Polson Police officers assisted the Montana Highway Patrol with a vehicle theft investigation  just after midnight Jan. 9. While officers were attempting to conduct a traffic stop on the suspect vehicle near Highway 35 and the intersection of Highway 93, a pursuit ensued.

Officers chased 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 possible involvement in other crimes in the area. Investigators continue to work with 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,” said Polson Chief George Simpson. “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.”